2021 Silverado HD's Amazing Tech Close-Up Via Carbuzz

The all-new 2020 Chevy Silverado HD was unveiled earlier this year with stunning towing and torque figures, and even more exciting improvements are taking place for the coming year's model! Inside sources have told GM Authority that these updates will focus on improved technology that aids with the tough daily duties facing the heavy-duty variant. One of the main improvements will be updates for the software and trailering camera systems, which also saw upgrades this year.

There are now 15 unique camera views that monitor angles such as ahead of the pickup, behind the bed, around the hitch, inside the bed, and behind the trailer. This holiday season here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson we have provided numerous test drives of the Silverado already, as scores of truck lovers are coming through the door getting ready to make a final decision regarding purchase. The 2021 Silverado is going to also see a revamped center console, bigger infotainment screen, as well as improved fit and finish. As the holiday trees and lights are revealed here in Tucson and nationwide, it is a fantastic time to get up to speed on what the coming model of America's best and most durable truck will offer up!

There have been so many exciting releases and other reasons to be loaded with anticipation this holiday season, just as anyone wondering what is wrapped under the tree for them would have! The 2019 SEMA Show saw the unveiling of the Silverado HD Carhartt Special Edition, another awesome choice for 2021. Based on the Silverado 2500 LTZ, we are hoping that it will sport a beefy V-8 as the power source. We are incredibly proud of the elaborate camera system that is already on board the Silverado; just a decade ago truck owners would have been amazed if they knew just how much easier their towing and hauling life was going to get with the ability to monitor what's happening at all times.

Even though we know we are cranking out the best and most durable truck line in the business, there's always room for improvement, and some critics during 2019 told us what they thought would be ideal. A bigger touch screen, less empty space around the dashboard, and the improvements to the finish was at the top of the list. In response, there will now most likely be the option to upgrade to a 12-inch screen, along with a few more interior storage compartments. We know full well that a panoramic sunroof is high on the wish list of many, and we just don't have any confirmation regarding that: we'll keep you posted right here on the blog about anything new that comes up concerning America's hardest-working truck line coming for 2021!

Hotcars.com Stacks the Camaro up Against the Corvette

The Hotcars.com staff were definitely correct when they asserted on their blog this past week that anyone anywhere who loves cars is familiar with Chevy's two greats: the Camaro and the Corvette. The pair differs greatly from each other in terms of appearance, performance, and character, as well as their target audience. Here are some fine points about both that will help anyone on their way to see us at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson for the holidays to make their decision.

The Idea: The Corvette , by all means, an all and out sports car: with clean lines, a low-riding nose, and other qualities that have it constantly hugging the road. Those who want the Corvette are true fans of the American sports car and are consumed with a need for speed. The Camaro has always been a muscle car, and while eye-popping and masculine, it does not have some of the “topped out” sensations that a 'Vette offers.

Current Models: During 66 years of production, there has never been a mid-engined Corvette,  and so this year's particular model is off-the-charts different and new. It has the best balance and road handling that it ever has, and plenty of added space as well. The current model Camaro is a conventional front-engined build with a muscular front and grille and is going to wow fans that love consistency and a slightly retro feel.

The Power: The base 2020 Camaro is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter, cranking out 275 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. This maxes out at all the way upwards of 650 horsepower dependent on trim level, assuring that the Camaro has zero similarities to a snail. Inside this year's Corvette is the 6.2-liter V8 that generates 490 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque, but it's not always JUST about power: this is the very first Corvette that can do 0 to 60 mph in a flat 2.9 seconds! 

The Competition: The closest rivals to the Corvette come in the forms of the Acura NSX, Audi R8, Nissan GT – R, and the Porsche 911. None of these cars are American, and they are all far pricier. The Camaro is a solid rival for the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger, the case of the Detroit Three itself. All of these are tied much closer together in the price range factor, and you simply have to hash out which features do and don't add up for your needs.

Tech Features: It's safe to say for this year that the Corvette leads the way as far as tech innovations. Aside from the first in the mid-engined department, there's a self-raising nose that can be programmed by GPS, and can store 1,000 locations. If you've narrowed everything down to the point where you know the Camaro is your final choice, the Available Technology Package includes the Chevy infotainment system with an 8-inch diagonal color touchscreen and Bose premium audio system.

The Racing: The Camaro is the winner of the 1971 and 1973 Australian Touring Car Championships, and was also featured as the official car of the International Race of Champions. The Camaro ZL2 has nabbed numerous Daytona 500 titles, and next year will be Chevy's racer for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup. The Corvette has been a Le Mans winner as well as at the 24 Hours of Daytona – plus it has been the Indianapolis pace car 15 times. Both of these cars are known for victory on the track: we feel the Camaro's Daytona 500 Titles may slightly nudge it to the lead in this department, but as with anything, it can come down to personal preference when it's all said and done!

Chevy Suburban's 85-Year Nameplate Celebrated With Automobile Gallery Feature

The very first Suburban ever rolled off the assembly line in 1935, during the year that the Hoover Dam was built and the first color movies ever were shown on the big screen. Most utility vehicles at the time were known as “Sedan deliveries”, and incorporated a wagon body on a car platform. The Suburban held on to the wagon body idea but employed a heavier-duty commercial truck chassis that added a sense of rugged capability.

After World War II was when the Suburban began to take off with non-commercial buyers, and more passenger-friendly versions became common. It was another few decades  before the Suburban gradually changed into the shape you see here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson today. The cargo-focused versions of the Suburban gradually died off, and the popularity of the vehicle skyrocketed during the late 1980s. The minivan was losing popularity, and those moving to suburbia in droves were loving the Suburban's practicality, as well as cool appearance.

This gallery from Automobile blog begins with an image of the 1992 model, and you can immediately tell what a difference there is between one from this era on up to 2006: the Suburban is a vehicle that became much sturdier and stronger during the mid 2000's. The 2007 Chevy Suburban LTZ was when the front end finally became so distinct you couldn't miss it, almost akin to a Mako shark making its way through the water! There's one shot in the gallery of a 2018 Suburban that really clarifies what a perfect fit it is for a fire rescue vehicle: it appears as if it could make its way through just about anything. The model from 1935 in this gallery is a show-stealer: one of the only similarities it bears to anything current is the extra row of seating, but it still possesses the trademark Chevy charm.

The 1949 model has a very abrupt slope on all rooflines, and looks a bit like a milk jug on its side! If we had to pick a favorite from the past it would most likely be the 1965 Chevy Suburban C10: It is just so oversized, has such a wagoneer vibe, and oozes the true sense of off-road readiness that only a vehicle from the 1960s can. When equipped with the available front bench seat, the current Suburban can hold up to nine passengers and has plenty of room behind its third-row seat for luggage. The base engine is a 5.3-liter V8, cranking out 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. 

Optional with the RST Package is a 6.2-liter V8 that offers up 420 hp, and 460 lb-ft of torque, mated to a 10-speed automatic. Don't forget to check out the various features in trim level when you pay us a visit: opting for the top-of-the-line Premier adds magnetic ride control, keyless entry and push-button start, front and rear park assist, power-folding outside mirrors, 20-inch polished aluminum wheels, HID headlights, fog lights, perforated leather seating, power-release second-row seats, heated steering wheel, and blind-spot monitoring with lane-change alert!

Autoblog.com features 450-Horsepower Hot Rod Derived From Farm Truck

When any car manufacturer rummages through it's past and present parts bins to work on a new creation, the results are almost always awesome. Some of the combinations we have seen lately have been some of the most inventive ever, and when it's our beloved Chevy brand, we know the outcome will be amazing. The E-10 is an electric hot rod featured in Autoblog this past week, derived from a 1962 C-10 pickup.

The beginning frame is a bit like a modern-day Silverado 1500, where Chevy's concept-building team began by replacing the gas-powered drivetrain with parts from the Bolt. While full technical details have been kept amply secret, the spec sheet has on the list a double stack of electric crate motors that derive power from two 60-kilowatt battery packs. The power flows to the rear wheels via a 4-speed automatic transmission and the swap to electric bumps the C-10's output to 450 horsepower. The 0 to 60 mph drive time is right around 5 seconds, and the quarter-mile time resides in the high 13-second range. All of us here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson are not quite sure what the actual driving range is after a charge for this model, but the Bolt now is up to around 259 miles.

There is one characteristic of this creation that we simply couldn't love more: since noise is such a big part of the hot-rodding experience, the E-10 comes with a sound simulator on board. Included presets are an LS7 Z28 with track tuning, an all-around generic V8, or what Chevy now dubs as “futuristic” sound. But if need be, it can actually do burnouts in complete silence, which some still understandably see as sacreligious. This E-10 concept builds on the excitement and momentum that was seen by last year's eCOPO, pushing the envelope of the “crate” electric propulsion system further.

Just a few years ago, there were no solid examples of how hot rodders will still get to participate in their favorite pastime during the oncoming electric era. We love the pictures of this creation, which looks amazing in orange. The SEMA event was from October 30 – Nov 2 this year in sunny Las Vegas, and there were plenty of other awesome things for viewers to feast their eyes on such as the “Green Hornet” Mustang and 1958 Plymouth Fury “Christine” tribute. We will keep you posted here on the blog as the world of electrification begins its unified journey with Chevy models, and how the landscape of cars is changing for the future!

Team-up With Carhartt To Soon Yield Special-Edition Chevy Pickup

All of us here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson get asked by customers very frequently about show trucks: with off-road and urban-styled variants coming out of the gate and onto the lot so fast, there's a lot to love for every taste. It has now been announced that Chevy is introducing a Carhartt Special Edition of the Silverado HD pickup in 2020 after the response has been so positive to a series of show trucks the two have already completed together in recent years. Founded in 1889, Carhartt began as a unique work-wear manufacturer for railroad workers and has sprouted successfully from there.

Based on the 2500 LTZ crew cab, this new model comes equipped with the Z51 off-road package and will be offered only in black while featuring Carhartt gold stripes logos. The black leather upholstery is accented with inserts that draw inspiration from Carhartt Brown signature jackets, and the brand's logo is well-placed into a rollup bed cover. One reason the mashup between these two brands is so special is that Carhartt has long been recognized as a unit that makes accessories so durable you can take them to any remote and rugged corner of the globe.

If you are looking for the coolest Christmas presents ever, you can look here on their site for some of the most rugged and unique wallets and belts out there. Or, you can come straight down to our showroom and test-drive America's favorite truck, the Silverado 1500. One of our bestselling models, it is the base that special editions such as this one with Carhartt begin with and brandishes responsive handling with high dependability on the daily. When you shop for the upcoming holidays at our dealership, you can save up to thousands of dollars on our gigantic array of pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs.

The gift of reliable transportation is one that provides not only peace of mind, but the ability for a student or growing family to be productive and punctual. Just as much as we love to watch the YouTube videos showing veterans coming back to surprise their families for the holidays, we love to imagine the smile on a gift recipient's face when they see brand-new wheels at their disposal! We will keep our ears to the ground to check on the development of further partnership truck models such as this one, and have been astounded in every way to watch the progression of the full-size truck as it reached the lofty heights it now resides at today!

New Atlas Praises 2019 Chevy Blazer For “Beauty, Confidence, and Upscale Feel”

As various reports and news blurbs confirmed that the Blazer was indeed coming back last year, all of us here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson instantly became excited. Styling cues were highly reminiscent of the Camaro, and as soon as it hit the showrooms, the new Blazer gained heaps of attention. This is not the Blazer of the 1990s, as midsize crossovers are admittedly where much of the need is for the daily driver, and it is situated in between the smaller Equinox and larger Traverse.

Seasoned auto writer Aaron Turpen from New Atlas claimed that the stately drive quality, nice ride, and great infotainment system were qualities that immediately swayed him to give the Blazer very high marks. The base model is the “L”, the next trim level up is the Blazer, then you move up to the RS and Premier. The engine choices are the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that cranks out 193 horsepower and 188 lb-ft of torque, while higher trim levels see a 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine that cranks out 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. This is where the all-wheel drive becomes an option as well, while the nine-speed automatic stays.

The New Atlas crew drove the 2019 Blazer in the top-line Premier package, which includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection and adaptive cruise control. The 3.6-liter engine offered up spry and aggressive performance, and the handling and drive quality were deemed as excellent. Lovers of tech will greatly appreciate the Blazer's four USB ports and excellent infotainment system, which Aaron immediately claimed was one of the best in the business. Response to touch is very quick, and comes with high-end extras like a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot as well as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

With the V6 and towing equipment installed, the Blazer can pull a very impressive 4,500 lbs, and the overall report after a few lengthy tests drives was that the Blazer is a good, comfortable drive with a satisfying interior and great daily dynamic. Coming for 2020, there will be a turbocharged 4-cylinder option, and we hope that we see you here this fall for a test drive to experience the Blazer for yourself!

Remembering back through the years, one of our favorite models of all time was the S-10 Blazer in 1982: offered in a two-door body style, we affectionately referred to them as the “drummer's choice”: many musicians loved the incredibly useful blend of car and truck, as well as storage space for the percussionist's arsenal. We will share with you more great reviews and test drive experiences with the Blazer as they continue to move through our newswire pipeline, and as excited professionals bestow the highest of rankings on this revitalized namesake and practical vehicle for a growing family or business!

Off-Road Enthusiast's Foresight: Chevy Silverado ZRX Spy Shots Via GM Authority

As the fall season has been upon us here for a month or so at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson, it has been evident that the customers are interacting with are telling us just how much they love off-road trucks. The larger-sized Silverado refuses to be left out of the party, and a ZRX variant is now underway. The staff on duty at GM Authority came up with some of the very first spy shots here to prove it, with incredibly trail-ready tires and looking like it could climb boulders at the drop of a hat.

Back in August, GM Authority was also on the scene to report a fresh trademark filing for the ZRX name, both in the U.S. And Canada. Then the next month it was reported that the ZRX name would be given to this new Silverado slated to fit in the lineup above the Trail Boss. These spy shots seem to show an early development model, based on the LT Trail Boss model. This can be seen by checking out the designations on the bed and tailgate, as well as the overall stance and appearance.

The front bumper is much shorter than on any other Silverado to come before it, and it is minus the fog lights found on the LT Trail Boss. This is an element that will help with approach angle, and a metal bar you can spot protruding from said bumper may be linked to upgraded suspension components needed underneath. The rear end looks pretty similar to the current LT Trail Boss, and this may change as development progresses. As was outlined in their full report, the ZRX is supposed to offer a large suspension setup graced with DSSV dampers from MultiMatic, front and  rear electronic lockers, and new bumpers to improve pickup and departure angles.

Powertrains are not at this time expected to see an upgrade, as the source has been said to be the naturally-aspirated 6.2-LiterV8 L87 EcoTec3 engine. The brand-new GM 10-speed automatic transmission will be responsible for shifting duties, and it is a possibility that the new ZRX may offer the turbodiesel 3.0-Liter LM2 inline-six Duramax engine.

What really excites us is that this is ultimately the mean and off-road-ready truck slated to go up against the Ford F-150 Raptor, and when this vehicle was spotted, the driver peeled out faster than any the team had seen in quite some time. Quite clearly, this model was not meant to easily meet the public eye so soon. We will keep you posted here on the blog and let you know when we receive more information about this coming go-anywhere Goliath in the making!