The New 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500: Stunning Visitors in the Powerhouse Showroom

Just as sure as the spring rains will arrive later this month to drench the roads, we are primed and ready for the arrival of the brand-new 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 on our lots right here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse! After being delayed earlier this year, production of the pickups will begin at the GM Fort Wayne Assembly facility in Indiana on March 15th. More capacity will also soon be offered up as the Oshawa Assembly plant in southern Ontario, Canada will work to fulfill the now very overwhelming demand for the Silverado.

This month the online configurator tool for the refreshed 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 also went live, making way for many anxious future truck owners to create their own ideal Silverado 1500 specification, and look at a detailed pricing breakdown. The incoming version now introduces revised exterior styling, a completely overhauled cabin with new technologies, brand-new standard and available display screens, as well as the addition of the lethal and always trail-ready ZR2 model. Multiple trims will come standard with the heftiness under the hood of the turbocharged 2.7-liter Inline 4 L3B gas engine, which now produces 24 percent more torque, totaling 430 lb-ft. 

You’ll also be climbing, hauling, and towing with the assistance of the 6.2-liter V8 L87 and 5.3-liter V8 L84 gas engines, on top of the 3.0-liter I6 LM2 turbo-diesel Duramax. The new 8-speed transmission and the loss of about 300 pounds have helped the Silverado achieve 17 mpg overall, which is a 1-mpg gain over the previous model.

Consumer Reports, stated last year’s model was high on the “hitting like button” factor, as 3 large bed and cab choices, a powerful and efficient engine range, and great standard tech and safety features were impressing customers fully along with the improved interior. The LT, RST, LTZ, LT Trail Boss, and High Country trims beefed up their interior game with a 13.4-inch touchscreen, standard safety features, and also now offer GM’s Super Cruise limited hands-free driver system. 

The ZR2 Model is sure to excite those who are always happy to bomb the nearest fire road and try their luck at climbing boulders and blazing through the nearest canyon. There are so many good things here on the outfitting end that it’s hard to know where to start: it comes with positive-sensitive shocks that adapt to the constantly changing terrain and spool valves with three different compassion profiles that aid in high-speed overlanding, and meticulously crawling over rocks with precision force. With the potential to become America’s best rescue vehicle as well as off-road conqueror, you’ll be gleefully kicking up dust with red tow hooks, robust skid plates, unique 18-inch wheels, and a new front fascia brandishing a tough-and-burly steel front bumper that aids with the crucial approach angle. 

Chevy Silverado ZR2 Caught in the Wild on Video With V8 Power Up Its Sleeve

Going off-road is soon going to take on a new meaning for us here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse, with the upcoming 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2. Everyone has been eagerly awaiting the release of the new Silverado, and a video we found on MuscleCarsandTrucks.com shows the ZR2 roaming the wild with a V8 under the hood, confirming numerous rumors we've heard throughout the year.

The video portrays a Chevy Silverado ZR2 testing along with some other versions of the incoming truck, which are all updated inside and out. The new Silverado will be a revved-up rival for the Ford F-150 and Ram lineup in terms of off-road ability and all-around proficiency. This tester appeared to have around 35-inch tires and a nearly-certain residency under the hood taken up by the 6.2-Liter L87 V8. Under the camouflage, you can make out the outline of the rear bumper, and the front wheels appear to be exposed much as they are on the Colorado ZR2.

This model will prove to be more of a low-speed master at rock crawling instead of a high-speed Baja running drifter. All of this has its ideal time and place, since success at technical off-roading is all about approach angles and having the perfectly-tuned equipment on your rig. Brandishing the power of a V8 will give it an edge up on the F-150 Raptor, taking a work truck and giving it a thorough transformation into a more capable and diverse boulder-conquering icon. The staff on hand at MotorBiscuit.com reported back to us that there will also be a turned-up front bumper on deck to offer more clearance around the tires, and a large-sized skid plate to offer primo protection from any elements drastically making their way to the underbelly.

It appears that the new off-road model will have an enhanced version of the Colorado ZR2's spool-valve shocks, which would be a great addition for a desert off-roading. Long-travel suspension arms and a 5-link suspension in the rear would also help the truck possess the ultimate skills in terms of a fierce battle with rivals during competition. Missouri has a very special breed of terrain that is ideal for the four seasons of fun when it comes to off-roading, with snow, mud, and the splendor of the Ozarks at you and your truck's immediate disposal.

We've all been eagerly waiting for Chevy to put out a massively-loaded off-road model of the Silverado, and after seeing this video we're even more excited. Load up your gear and get ready for the adventure you've been looking forward to - the upcoming all-new 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2 will be the optimal truck for rambunctious off-road fun.

Watch the video for yourself here.

2022 Chevy Silverado Refresh to See Exciting Interior and Exterior Additions

As the time finally  arrives when we see exactly what new features models will bring here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse, it is always thrilling to check out the extra and ingenious ways to enjoy your brand-new vehicle. When it comes to trucks, that excitement is now even greater, as towing capacities, developments in trailering, and all sorts of infotainment technology have seen great advances recently. The 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 saw quite the list of upgrades, presenting the buyer with that many more reasons to make it their own. 

There is now the addition of the new Multi-Flex tailgate and the turbocharged 2.7-liter inline-four L3B engine option present on all Regular Cab Long Box models. The incoming 2022 Silverado was recently spotted in the wild via spy shots, from GM Authority, in the form of the Regular Cab and the Work Truck trim. Outside you can see the door handles and sideview mirror caps finished in black, while the wheels are 17-inch aluminum wheels see Bright Silver paint. There will be a redesigned front fascia, placeholder headlamps, new front fender, a redesigned box, rear end, and new tail lamps. 

When you are settled in and beginning to set your sights on the long haul, comfort in the cabin is a necessary trait. The good news here is that this is where the biggest changes will be in the interior space, where the pickup now sees a layout similar to the 2021 Tahoe and 2021 Suburban. Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert will also reportedly be an option on the 2022 Silverado, informing the driver if any other vehicle is suddenly approaching too close to the trailer or is within any blind spot. This system works wonders in regards to preventing accidents which could be catastrophic with the added weight and mass of a trailer involved. 

This time around during the refresh, we are fairly certain that we are going to be seeing many experts offering up very enthusiastic recognition for the accomplishments in engineering and design. It is also possible that a new bed step may be added from the heavy-duty models, and the half-ton truck may see the addition of a similar two-light arrangement much like is seen on the larger Silverado HD. 

Well-known for its capability and upright appearance, the namesake of the Silverado is also keeping many on edge with the ZRX version on schedule to appear within the next year as well. One of the most important details for us to keep you posted on is another rumor that has been circulating for some time: the platform may even need to be modified to make way for a hybrid powertrain.