Chevy Silverado Named “Most Considered Non-Luxury Vehicle” for 2nd Quarter of 2022 by Kelley Blue Book

All of us here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse have been enjoying the power and convenience of the Chevy Silverado 1500 all summer: there’s nothing quite as satisfying as throwing all your gear and camping equipment in the bed and heading out into the wild! The experts on duty at Kelley Blue Book and Cox Automotive heaped yet another large honor onto the Silverado’s shoulders this past week, officially claiming that it was the most-considered non-luxury vehicle during Q3 of the 2022 calendar year as consumers opened their laptops for research, and prepared for test drives!

In its recent Q2 2022 Brand Watch report, Kelley Blue Book crunched the numbers regarding which models consumers were considering purchasing in various segments and categories. Established in 2007, the latest study includes both mobile and desktop users, which just became standard protocol this year. This provided for a much higher response rate, and a group of respondents more representative of the true American consumer. Our esteemed Chevy Silverado 1500 beat out the Ford F-150 for the top contender as the most considered model. 

While we were enjoying the pristine blue lakes and explosion of awesome fireworks during the 4th of July, GM Authority reported the news that customers with a huge need for speed can satisfy their urges courtesy of the new SC250 Package upgrade from Callaway, sporting a Ten Three TVS R2650 Supercharger System with associated TripleCooled Intercooling. This very powerful combination most definitely is logged under our “non-luxury” category here as well, also leaving the truck in a favorable fuel economy bracket. There are other sweet upgrades to this package including billet pedals, black exhaust tips, and 20-inch Callaway wheels. 

Offering an upscale and comfortable cabin, robust engine performance, and a good amount of advanced tech and safety features, the Silverado’s composed handling has made it the favorite of powertrain connoisseurs worldwide for years. We sure are long-time admirers of the turbodiesel straight-six, and its well-known penchant for doling out torque that seems to come from a supernatural source! Thanks to some major updates, the Silverado now boasts an even more upscale cabin with some of the best tech and driver assistance features in the segment, including the futuristic and very intelligent addition of Super Cruise.

An incredibly adept workhorse and a very well-rounded daily driver, the 2022 Chevy Silverado is obviously faring quite well against the competition, as many other publications and blogs have doled out praise for its appeal. We feel that the gap has been narrowed with a ferocious blowback against the Ford F-150 concerning the Silverado’s latest enhancements, and the ZR2’s off-road chops are a bit more aligned with what we feel is a superior advantage and personality over the Raptor. The Silverado has been recognized by some of the savviest in the industry for its light and responsive steering, and consistently stable feel when engaged on a highway cruise! 

2022 Chevy Silverado Aims to Lower Emissions Spanning Comprehensive Engine Lineup

The fully refreshed 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 will hit the lots at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse with a slew of new changes over the 2021 model year, with the most notable being an essential reduction in greenhouse-gas emissions for every engine in the lineup. 

The 2022 model achieved a 5.8 percent reduction in greenhouse gas. Models being released four years down the line will brandish the naturally-aspirated 4.3-liter LV3 gasoline engine along with a naturally-aspirated 5.3-liter V8 L82 gas engine, while the six-speed automatic transmission will be discontinued. Since models such as the Chevy Silverado are so popular, they will play an integral role in helping ease the transition. 

Most 2022 Silverado models have an updated cabin with better materials, a fully digital gauge cluster and 13.4-inch touchscreen, and the hands-free driving technology of Super Cruise available on the top trim. Pickup trucks were once much simpler body-on-frame tools of the trade ultimately defined by their engine output and maximum tow rating, and today’s pickups see much more strict judgement based on their technology features and interiors providing luxury elements.

Even the lower trim levels will have driver-assistance technologies that are now seen as standard across the board, including automated emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and high-beam headlights. Every 2022 Silverado now features front-end styling, and select models with wind-shaping running lights now feature an animated lighting sequence! Silverado models equipped with the Duramax diesel 3.0-liter inline-six now also benefit from chassis updates with the Max Trailering Package, which now enables a range-topping towing state of 13,300 pounds. 

2022 Chevy Silverado Offers Climb-Up With Off-Road High-Road Assistance Steps

Missouri residents seem to love trucks more than any other type of vehicle, and for good reason! The 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 is going to be an awesome vehicle, and the blogging staff at GM Authority cranked out a feature last week about a new trait the coming-soon Silverado will add to its toolbelt. 

The brand-new Off-Road High Clearance Assist Steps are now going to be available on both the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 and 2022 Silverado HD, and will be ready to order on the Work Truck, Custom Trail Boss, RST and LT Trail Boss trim levels. These feature inlaid Chevrolet branding on the section closest to the front quarter panel and offer you the ultimate assistance for a step up when it arrives late in the 2022 model year.

There is nothing quite like the sight of a line getting ready to roll, and production will begin full steam for the new Silverado model at the GM Fort Wayne, IN plant later this month. Order books are now open nationwide, allowing you to carefully pick and customize the truck that is perfect for you. Earlier this month, GM Authority reported the new LTZ model was spotted during drive testing with its wide range of changes and updates, with the front fascia covered in heavy camouflage to hide the upcoming model’s revised styling elements. 

The wheels appeared to be sporting an all-new design with five open spokes and other chrome accents that blend perfectly with the polished door handles and window trim. On top of brand-new styling and wheel designs, the refreshed 2022 Silverado 1500 will feature an overhauled cabin space with a new dash, center console, center stack, infotainment screen, and a new digital gauge cluster. Sporting a long cabin that provides ample rear legroom, numerous bed tie-down points, and a spacious bed capacity, the current Silverado receives a round of updates for value and appearance that assure it will outrank the competition!

For everyone out there looking for a cost-effective truck that still provides everything you need in a proper rig, check out the LT Trim. It boasts 17” wheels, the much-loved Chevy Infotainment 3 system with 8” diagonal color touchscreen, the revolutionary StabiliTrak stability control system with Proactive Roll Avoidance, electronic trailer sway control, and hill start assist! 

Silverado 1500 Trail Boss Prototypes Spied “Reveling in the Rough Stuff” To Perfect Handling, Off-Road Mastery

“Fully ready for dirt duty” is just the way that customers here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse want their trucks. Luckily for them, writers at GM Authority say two 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trail Boss prototypes are up to the task.

Both of these 2022 prototypes were spotted navigating steep climbs and hazards offering plenty of water and mud as a challenge. These are the regular Trail Boss models, equipped with traditional front bumper treatment and plastic air deflector. Earlier this year, the Silverado ZR2 trail model was also testing in Michigan and Northern California. This dirt-road-ready model is expected to come fully equipped with MultiMatic DSSV dampers and is expected to launch in 2022 or the following year. 

Why is the Trail Boss trim so popular? It perfectly combines the Z71 off-road package with a fine-tuned off-road suspension, two-inch suspension lift, skid plates, Hill Descent Control, a two-speed transfer case, trailering package, black-painted aluminum 18-inch wheels, and Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires. A revised center stack, dash, and center console are also in the works to give the cabin a breath of fresh air, and the Super Cruise technology may be coming soon as well.

As trucks have grown in popularity over the last year, off-roading has become a major priority. If you have been dreaming of dominating any rough terrain, the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trail Boss may be just what you are after. The freedom of leaving the pavement is exciting, raw, and available. Adventure is calling, and the Trail Boss is coming to pick up the phone.

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. 

2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 and Larger HD Will Both Brandish New Multiflex Tailgate

Many truck lovers nationwide and right here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse have a broad range of uses and chores lined up for their favorite Silverado model. From hauling and towing during a hard day's work to enjoying a slice of wilderness in their downtime, there is no shortage of daily duties and recreation that can be accomplished with this awesome truck. Currently, the Chevy Silverado offers several tailgate options, all coming in the form of a regular or regular drop-down unit. 

After the introduction of the MultiPro tailgate on the all-new 2019 GMC Sierra, it has now been revealed that Chevy will offer its very own version of the feature on the coming Silverado model. Many whispers have been heard throughout the automotive world about the coming Multi-Flex, and how it could bear a few differences from the GMC MultiPro with new features or positions. Wherever you pull up and decide to take a breather or set up shop, the MultiPro tailgate offers flexibility and added functionality with six different configurations, including second-tier loading, load-stop, a standing workstation, a drop-down centerpiece for easier access to the box, and a box step.

It also has the ability to offer up a little something that will no doubt add to the outdoor fun and party vibe: a set of Kicker speakers with Bluetooth function. They run independently from the truck's primary sound system with Bluetooth audio or USB inputs and integrate as an official accessory with the inner gate panel. System output is rated at 100 watts through a pair of 4-inch coaxial drivers and a small amplifier. You don't even have to have the truck running at the campsite or tailgate party as the system sources its electricity from a low current draw, which allows for hours of play.

Another notable feature of the Multi-Flex is a secondary cutout right in the middle that can be folded out, including a step to make the climb into the bed easier. It can also be folded up to keep longer loads from slipping straight off the back of the tailgate and is equipped with an auxiliary input and USB port. This is the tailgate that the expert staff on hand at Car and Driver ranked as the best there is on the current market, and it is an exciting additive and boost in productivity to see arriving on the incoming model. 

One event that we would dare dream about is if the carbon fiber bed could make the jump from GMC to Chevy as well, fully rounding out our favorite truck with the best of all worlds in features and performance! We think it would make the most sense to see the presence of the Multi-Flex Tailgate on the RST, LTZ and High Country, as the Trail Boss versions have their focus on off-road ability.