Chevy's 2017 Silverado HD Carhartt Concept Is Pretty Awesome

Chevrolet has recently announced they will be teaming up with Carhartt Inc. to create the (pretty awesome) 2017 Silverado HD Carhartt concept, a truck detailed with touches of Carhartt. The truck will be on display at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas next week.

According to GM and Chevy, Silverado and Carhartt have a mutual passion for two things: durability and long-lasting products.

“When you think about the two brands and what they represent, but also the customers that purchase them, there’s a lot of passion for the Carhartt brand and the Silverado brand,” stated High Milne, senior manager of Silverado marketing and advertising. “We’re talking to the same people, people who buy Carhartt stuff or drive our trucks.”

This two-toned black truck features matte paint along the top and a shiny paint job on the bottom half. Carhartt design elements, are placed throughout the exterior in the “Carhartt Brown” accent paint; this includes the brand’s “C” logo and Silverado written in Carhartt style font on the driver’s door. Additionally, nickel finishes inspired by Carhartt’s buttons are used on the wheels and around the blacked-out Chevy bowtie on the grille.

Inside, you will find Carhartt’s name featured on the floor mats and the Carhartt logo on the headrests. Part of the seats, armrests and door panel inserts use Carhartt’s duck-brown cloth material. Even the truck bed features a roll-up tonneau cover made from Carhartt material.

Though there are no plans to sell the truck, Tony Ambroza, senior vice president of marketing for Carhartt says that they are interested if that changes.

“If Chevy decides to pursue that opportunity, we’re very interested in working with them on that,” said Ambroza. “The idea was if people respond to it as well as we hope they will, that we’ll have conversations on how we can continue to partner together to bring the ultimate work truck to life.”

We’re hoping people respond to it as well as we have because we’d like to get this bad boy in our showroom!

Be sure to stop by and see us at Mid-MO Powerhouse in Jefferson City, MO to check out the current 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500!

Is The Colorado Bison In Chevy's Future?

According to GM Authority, General Motors has recently filed a trademark application for the name “Colorado Bison”. The paperwork states that the purpose of this name is for “motor and land vehicles, namely trucks.” Though no details came along with this information, we think it opens the door for a few possibilities.

We don’t want to jump to conclusions, but the name could be pointing to an upcoming trim level for the Colorado, likely a fancier version. According to statistics, demand is very high for small trucks in this day and age, so packing profit into each one it sells is a logical step to take.

Even more interesting is the fact that in the 1970s, Chevrolet built a brawny Class 8 heavy duty commercial truck with the very same (and fitting) moniker, so a revival model wouldn’t be a bad idea. The current diesel-powered Colorado has the highest tow rating in the small pickup segment, so an even stronger version of the little brute isn’t totally unthinkable.

We’ll just have to wait and see on this one but luckily, we have the superior trail-ready Colorado ZR2 headed our way soon enough! We’ll keep you posted on its arrival to Mid-MO Powerhouse in Jefferson City, MO!

A Diesel Option Will Be Available On Next Year's Chevy Cruze

Chevrolet recently announced that the new Cruze will be offered with a diesel option paired with a manual transmission sometime next year. The previous Cruze diesel was only available with an automatic transmission, so this is marks a big change for the vehicle. Additionally, a six-speed manual transmission will be available on the hatchback version of the Cruze. Both versions are available with a new nine-speed automatic.

GM has confirmed that the Cruze will be receiving the same engine found in the 2018 Equinox- the 1.6-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel. The output of this Equinox is 136 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque, however it has not yet been announced what the exact output of the Cruze’s version will be. It has been reported that it could hit up to 50 miles per gallon on the highway.


After the release of this information, it is obvious GM is taking big steps towards the diesel market, which has many advantages, so we’re excited to see what happens next. And since we have awhile until the manual transmission Cruze diesel comes out, we hope you will come check out the 2016 Colorado diesel at Mid-MO Powerhouse in Jefferson City, MO!

4 Road Trips To Take In Your Chevy Equinox This Fall

Fall has officially made its arrival and what better time to take a road trip than now? From scenic rides with the family to a fun weekend getaway with friends- there are great places to visit for everyone! Check out the four best places to take your Chevy Equinox from Jefferson City, MO!

Katy Trail State Park - Statewide

This 240-mile trail stretches through many cities of Missouri- including Jefferson City, Columbia, Lebanon, Osage Beach, and Sedalia, so you don’t have to go too far to find it. No matter what city you visit, each part of the trail will offer you something new. Whether you’re hiking, biking or horse riding, you will find wineries, bed & breakfasts, shopping opportunities and even more along the way!

Kansas City, Missouri

Want a weekend out and about with friends? With lots of parks, expansive boulevards, unique eateries and quite the cocktail scene, Kansas City is the perfect place to head to. This hip city is about a two hour drive and will keep you occupied from the Country Club Plaza all the way to Westport. Shopping, art and of course, the Royals and Chiefs are other great ways to spend your time in the City of Fountains!

Arcadia Valley 

Arcadia Valley is full of scenic views- especially in the fall! Located just under three hours from Jefferson City, MO, this is one of our favorite places to check out the foliage. Here, you’ll find Elephant Rocks State Park- a self-guided trail through giant billion-year-old granite boulders; Johnson Shut-Ins State Park- these “shut-ins” were formed over millions of years by the waters of the Black River; and lastly, Taum Sauk Mountain State Park- a trail that leads from Missouri’s highest point to Mina Sauk Falls, the state’s tallest wet waterfall. There are plenty of lodges to call home base in Arcadia Valley or you can set up your own camper/tent at any of the surrounding campgrounds… don’t forget the s’mores supplies!

Historical St. Charles 

St. Charles, just 25 minutes outside of Downtown St. Louis, was founded in 1769 and served as Missouri’s first state capital. Along the quaint and historic South Main Street, you will find over 100 shops, restaurants, and cafes to stroll about. Interested in a little spook? Check out the St. Charles Ghost Tours to get some history on the city and visit some places where ghostly activity has been reported!

Any other suggestions? Let us know!

The Redesigned Duramax Engine

Chevrolet has recently announced that the 2017 Silverado HD will now offer the Duramax 6.6L V-8 turbo-diesel engine. This redesigned engine brings 445 horsepower and 910 lb.-ft of torque- a 19 percent increase in max torque over the current Duramax 6.6L- and the best the Duramax has ever offered.

In addition to the power updates, the turbo-diesel’s performance is even quieter and smoother than before. The engine noise at idle has been reduced 38 percent.

“With nearly 2 million sold over the past 15 years, customers have forged a bond with Duramax diesel based on trust and capability,” said Dan Nicholson, vice president, Global Propulsion Systems. “The new Duramax takes those traits to higher levels.”

Sharing only the bore and stroke dimension of the current Duramax 6.6L, the new Duramax will be using a new control system developed by GM; however, the engine’s signature low-rpm torque production has not changed, offering 90 percent of peak torque at 1,550 rpm and sustaining through 2,850 rpm.

“Nearly everything about the Duramax is new, designed to produce more torque at lower rpm and more confidence when trailering or hauling,” stated Gary Arvan, chief engineer. “You’ll also notice the refinement improvements the moment you start the engine, and appreciate them as you cruise quietly down the highway - with or without a trailer.”

The 2017 Silverado HD will be rolling in to our lot at Mid-MO Powerhouse shortly, so we encourage you to come check it out!