Just a few months after the new generation
Silverado HD was officially unveiled, Chevy has already begun proudly rolling
the new model off of the assembly lines in Michigan at the Flint assembly
plant. In preparation for the exciting market launch later this year, the bad
boy of the truck world sure looks mean and brawny in this gallery from the folks at the Autoevolution
blog. The coming Silverado is larger, powered by new engines, and
features a heavily overhauled chassis and suspension. For just one year's
revamping, it also comes with a staggering 52 increase in maximum towing power,
bringing the level to a whopping 35,500 pounds.
Under the hood are two different powertrains, both
powerful enough to keep the Silverado situated at the very top of the food
chain in its wildly competitive segment. The first is the 6.6-liter gasoline V8
that is the standard offering, and pumps out 401 hp as well as 464 lb-ft of
torque, when paired with the six-speed automatic transmission. Compared to what
resided here before it, the engine has 11 percent more horsepower and 22 percent
more torque. There is also the option of the 6.6- liter Duramax diesel V8,
cranking out 445 hp and 910 lb-ft of torque, while coupled to the all-new
Allison 10-speed automatic transmission. This is the version that offers the
staggering 35,500 lb towing capability on the Regular cab, two-wheel drive, DRW
diesel models.
Chief engineer for the 2020 Silverado Jaclyn
McQuad said in an official statement that “we set out to make the best HD
trucks on the market, bar none”, as towing capabilities were increased across
the line, and many other features such as 15 available camera views are present
to make the trailering duty more convenient. As seen on the GM Authority blog,
there are 6 expected lineups to choose from: Light Duty 1500, Heavy Duty 2500
HD, Heavy Duty 3500 HD, Medium Duty 4500 HD, Medium Duty 5500 HD, and Medium
Duty 6500 HD.
It is not certain yet, but the potential addition
of carbon fiber CarbonPro box and MultiPro tailgate from GMC Sierra may be
present on the 2020 Silverado 1500. There were weight-saving measures in the
frame as well as aluminum swing panels in the hood, doors, and tailgate that
contributed to the 2020's lighter final numbers. There is a new box access step
ahead of the wheel wells, improved CornerStep rear bumper, and roll-formed
steel bed that's stronger than its predecessor. You can find tons of other
great news and updates regarding the upcoming 2020 Silverado here, and continue to watch the sands of time flow
slowly before the heavily-hailed and awaited release date here at the Powerhouse!!
