2020 Silverado HD's Mammoth Towing Capacity Outlined in Autoblog.com

Just before its reveal at Chicago Auto Show, the 2020 Chevy Silverado HD was proudly presented at an event in Flint, Michigan. The folks on staff at Autoblog.com now claim that this truck comes aptly armed with the ability to tow an astounding 35,000 pounds. This is more than just a casually notable increase, as it resides at a total increase of 52 percent. Payload is way up as well, now sitting at a very able and agile 7,466 pounds. Everyone here on duty at O'Rielly Chevy is consistently in awe at the power source that makes this all possible: the monstrous Duramax 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V8.

Producing 445 horsepower and 910 lb-ft of torque, there is now a larger 28-inch mechanical fan on board to keep the hard-working diesel engine cool. GM is actively pairing this engine with the brand-new Allison 10-speed automatic transmission, and the engine boasts a very modern and high-tech trait: it has the “smarts” to protect itself after a huge haul. If it's too hot after the completion of a heavy job, a message located in the cluster will tell the driver to keep the engine on, and if that nudge is ignored, the remote-start system will automatically engage to cool the engine down accordingly.

Every single component located between the wheels and transmission have been upgraded heartily to take on the brunt of the increased towing load. The prop shaft is now 30 percent larger, and the box ladder frame as well as axles have an increased rigidity and toughness to fully weather the most demanding of drives. Tell us which proposed grille from these images here is your favorite, as everyone who loves driving the Silverado has for the most part loved the “big and bigger” mantra that has been the defining vibe of annual grille evolution! Much painstaking effort has been put into making this truck tow-friendly, and the Ram Heavy Duty as well as 2019 Ford Super Duty numbers were outdone in terms of the revamp.

When hard-working people from all walks of life tell us what they need in a truck, many of the solutions stem from the abundance of modern camera angles. Just a decade or so ago you could not have access to valuable sight lines that literally protect your investment, and keep you safe during harrowing backups and beyond. We are very proud of our new trailering system that provides up to 15 camera angles, with one of them being the “transparent trailer” view that aids you in viewing any obstacles in the rear. It's also imperative that you check out the brand-new Park Grade Hold Assist Feature: with it you can now use all four service brakes to ensure the truck's held stoppage on a hill while carrying a heavy load. If chrome happens to be your thing, make sure to feast your eyes on the LT and LTZ trims: they don't skimp on the royal silver treatment, and up the ante for appearance on the Silverado to the nines!

2019 Camaro ZL1 1LE's New Transmission Option Featured on Nseavoice.com

The 1LE package for the Camaro was definitely a game changer for fans and track addicts nationwide, and at the time of release, was only able to be fitted onto models with a manual transmission. As the staff of Nseavoice.com pointed out in a feature this week, Chevy is now offering the package for the automatic transmission. Offered on the ZL1 1LE model, it adds a large wing, and super cool spool-valve shocks. Also said to improve speed, the automatic will now be able to go even faster on the track than the manual model.

The ZL1 1LE will be receiving the automatic transmission in February, giving it a noticeable edge over rough-and-tumble sworn rivals like the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500. This is the powerful model that sees the addition of a supercharger on the V-8, boosting the output to 650 horsepower, and installing a host of awesome suspension and styling upgrades. Those on duty and reporting the automotive goods day in and out at Car and Driver claimed that this is “one of the most solid values there is” within the fast-car category, and loved the power that the V8 swapped from the Corvette Z06 eagerly provides.

The upgrade offers a manually adjustable front suspension that really is the icing on the cake as far as what is available when you reach true supercar territory, as this is a creation of the utmost “royal in racing” caliber that stops from 70 MPH in just 143 feet. Standard equipment now includes power front seats with heating and ventilation, a heated steering wheel, and dual-zone automatic climate control. The touchscreen infotainment system is known to be among the industry's most user-friendly platforms, featuring clear menus, large on-screen buttons, and the best in features such as 4G LTE an Apple CarPlay as well as Android Auto capability.

This model is the third member of the sixth-generation Camaro 1LE family, following in the footsteps of the V6 1LE, and the V-8 powered SS 1LE. As the skilled team at Motor Trend claimed, redoing the grille helped with the task of increasing the amount of airflow into a few of the 11 radiators on board the ZL1, not just succeeding in cooling the engine off, but helping with aerodynamics to boot. After extreme testing sessions, they also claimed that the biggest difference between the ZL1 and the 1LE are the shocks. The spool-valve advantage is boiled down to low-speed rebound and compression: they both are drastically different when traveling at a faster rate.

The dampers are hard-mounted to the body, and the tires incorporate the only rubber that exists in the suspension: there are no rubber bushings to be found on this model. The Camaro team knows that track rats love to make tweaks to their prized belongings, and front-end ride height, the anti-roll bar in the rear, ability to mod the trick shocks cater to the extremest in all car fans out there. Goodyear was tasked with developing a tire that won't “quit after one lap,” and the ZL1 1LE rolls on 305/30ZR19 fronts, and 325/30ZR19 rears. All of us on sales and service staff here at O'Rielly Chevy would love to help you experience the excitement of the ZL1 1LE: one of the most memorable quotes we have seen regarding its racing quality this year is: “I'm clapping my hands on the straights; this thing is an uncaged race car!”

2020 Silverado HD's Otherworldly Towing Ability Outlined By Jalopnik.com

As the month of February is open up here in Tucson, those who were the most eager to get their hands on a new car or truck have most definitely had time to look at the specs, figure out trim preferences, and get ready to test drive! The 2019 models are where most have their sights, and the group of trucks that are eagerly making their way off the lot into happy new owners' hands. However, the full lineup of 2020 Chevy Silverado HD trucks was featured on the Jalopnik blog this week, making some think about the bounty that will roll of the trucks ready for use after another season's wait.

This trusty bunch will now be available with the 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel with 910 lb-ft of torque, and capable of a staggering max tow payload of 35,000 pounds! This is a whopping 52 percent improvement over the outgoing model, and it all was able to take place because of a large number of changes made to the engine, as well as the rest of the truck. The frame of the ladder is now stiffer, the axles, as well as prop shaft, are larger, and there's a label that specifies curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating, gross axle weight rating, and max payload specific to each model. Every truck is now longer, wider, and taller, while also boasting a greater amount of space inside.

If you don't choose to go with the option of the 445 horsepower, 910 lb-ft of torque turbo-diesel paired to the ten-speed automatic, there is also the choice of a 6.6-liter V8 gasoline engine, which can easily cook up 401 hp and 464 lb-ft of torque, and flaunts an 18-percent towing capacity gain over the current model. The new lineup will be offered in five different trims. The Work Truck variant sports the black grille bar behind the familiar Chevy namesake, and the Custom Trim which is only available on the 2500 model receives the body-colored grille bar, LT and LTZ Trims get super-cool chrome accents, and the High Country offers up the pleasantly menacing big bow tie grille.

The diesel models will see larger hood scoops, as well as Duramax decals, and there will also be a new, larger bed-side step that's now rated for 500 pound-capability. Materializing some of the most practical yet ingenious new tech out there, a new 15-angle trailer camera setup is also on board, with a feature that allows you to see right through the trailer being towed. There are snow plow attachment points in the front for those who have to deal with the dreaded white stuff from time to time, and a new Park Grade Hold Assist that activates all four brakes at once.

There truly is a war at hand in the truck world, and the most payload, torque, and towing ability are alluring qualities. Next year's batch of burly Silverados does not want to represent anything close to what the smart car/small sedan category evokes: the “bigger is best” mantra is going to long hold heavy sentiment and ruggedly tough presence here at O'Rielly!

Electric Chevy eCopo Camaro Makes Waves at Wild Horse Pass Strip

Customers that come to talk to us about a new vehicle purchase here at O'Rielly Chevy have been asking more and more about electrification lately: even though daily drivers like the Volt have gained popularity, are the prized members of the muscle club going to ever fully convert? As little as two years ago, just about every racing enthusiast out there would have said that the raw power and excitement felt by use of gas-powered engines could never cross over to electric-power, and now it is becoming evident that things are changing faster than ever before.

Even though it is probably a bit frustrating to those who never wanted to see the progression of electric power find its way to the sports car category, Motor Trend themselves provided the scoop regarding the new Chevy eCopo Camaro's antics on drag strips just like the ones quarter-mile maniacs frequent. In an exciting moment at Arizona's Wild Horse Pass drag strip, an electrified Camaro “from the not-so-distant future” was seen strutting its stuff. The first pass was taken at just half of the Camaro's variable ramp rate, and even in this setting, it was able to nail down a 10.14-second quarter-mile. Once the motors had been dialed up the entire way to 100, it succeeded at nabbing a 10.03 second time, with much of the credit given to the eCopo's two amazing dual-stacked electric motors, that are capable of generating a whopping 800 horsepower, and 634 lb-ft of torque.

Instead of the Tesla's design that incorporates two motors hooked up to each axle, the Camaro has them arranged in the same spot as the engine, and connected directly to the automatic transmission. The 32 kWh battery pack is charged up before every run, ensuring the existence of a very “wicked brew” of high-tech engineered power before every run. This eCopo Camaro is a part of GM's shift towards a more environmentally-friendly future, touting no crashes on the road, congestion, and the ultimate goal of zero emissions.

During the 2019 SEMA show, Chevy first teased audiences with a view of the current 2019 concept, then published a video here showing the electric drag racer doing a burnout minus any noise at all from the engine. The staff on duty at The Drive.com claims that the eCopo “does all the things that you expect a drag monster to do,” including pulling wheelies off the line, and crushing the opposition stealthily. The car can usually complete three quarter-miles passes before the battery drains, then needing about 30 minutes of charge time to power up once again. Watching this much power hit the track with the full-on spirit of dire racing competition is truly exciting, and it is amazing to witness the silence ensuing around such high levels of performance.

2019 Corvette Grand Sport Driver's Series Featured on Motor Authority

This weekend at the preview event for the 2019 Rolex 24 at Daytona, Chevy is slated to announce a special-edition Corvette, where our brand's experienced racing team is on deck to compete. The Motor Authority blog covered the announcement, relaying to the public that there will be four cars to choose from within the brand new Corvette Grand Sport Drivers Series. The image at the top shown here is a screenshot of the four cars taken from the app, which was first posted two days ago by Corvette Blogger, who also had a few photos of the cars parked right outside the Chevy Experience Center at the Daytona track.

Pro drivers Oliver Gavin, Jan Magnussen, Antonio Garcia, and Tommy Milner chose the color combinations for the series, and each individual model comes with a commemorative plaque and equipment. Due to being based on the Corvette Grand Sport, the cars are expected to have a 6.2-liter V8 good for 460 horsepower, and 465 lb-ft of torque under the hood. All of us on staff here at O'Rielly Chevy would also probably expect the cars to come with the Performance Data Recorder featuring the Cosworth Toolbox Function: it adds yaw rate, intake and ambient air temperatures, individual suspension displacements, and individual wheel speeds to be monitored and adjusted, as well as the Z07 package with carbon-ceramic brake rotors and Michelin Pilot Sports Cup 2 tires.

We all hope that this is not the last special edition that is based on the current C7 Corvette, as it could be one of the final products of its kind, due to the fact that the C8 Corvette with a mid-engined layout is coming later this year. With heart-racing features such as technical presentations by Mobil 1 and Michelin themselves, the Corvette Corral agenda is going to be particularly awesome this year during the Daytona event. There will be a presentation by the National Corvette Museum, driver autograph sessions, and the Michelin raffle to boot.

A millisecond of time can absolutely make or break a race, and these 'Vettes make the 0 to 60 mark in a blistering 3.60 seconds. These packages are limited to the coupe, and can be added to the 1LT or 2LT models or to the top-rung 3LT, where carbon-fiber interior is added as well. The staff at Motor Trend claimed excitedly that this option is “a great way to get a tasteful Corvette model in your possession.” Tommy Milner's edition is our absolute favorite, and has Elkhart Lake Blue as the hue with red fender hash marks. Sporting ultra-cool jet black interior, it also offers red seat belts, body-color mirror caps, and silver body stripes. The upholstery is leather on the 1LTS, and is suede on the upper trims. Check out this writeup as well for more of the details, and tell us which is your favorite!

Inside EVs Test Drive Video Featuring 2019 Chevy Bolt EV Describes it as “Peppy and Outstanding”

The savvy and deep-digging staff of Inside EVs took the liberty of showing a video on their page with a drive test of the 2019 Chevy Bolt Premier this past week: the model had some cool upgrades like the mosaic black and contrast rims, and the driver reflected that at first appearance, it definitely looks like a “fun little hatch.” Not as bulky as the Equinox or sworn competition Toyota RAV4, all of us here at O'Rielly Chevy recognize that the Bolt still has a bit of an appearance that immediately categorizes it as from the electric camp.

As the years progress, we believe that development and design teams will definitely produce models that will have a bit more natural or rugged feel about them, as the electric car category is just now embracing its own identity. Coming from way up North in Canada, the test drive of the new Bolt was in the snow, where it would definitely have to prove its ability to maneuver in the most demanding of conditions. The intro on the infotainment screen once you get in is quite cool: much akin to the beginning of a movie in a theater, blue hues, and lush digital wizardry let you know right away that you are in a high-performing car that is on the modern side of the spectrum!

The touchscreen in the test model was about two or three inches larger than the traditional 8-inch or so version, and it appeared to really help evoke a futuristic touch. As the driver pulls off the lot, he laments that this is the first non-Tesla electric vehicle he has driven, and his first impression was that he was very surprised with the amount of peppiness and power the Bolt provides off the line. It was also noted that the seats are pretty small, perhaps even smaller than what you'd find inside the Camaro, but they are incredibly well-fitted, and a very good example of how a car with electric power in no way has to feel like it is trapping you in a box!

The large screen did not provide a sense of technical overkill that can sometimes plague any newer car, and does a great job of making you feel like you are driving a car that is in all ways technically equipped to do more than just get you from A to B. Many other reviews of the Bolt have claimed that when the true quickness of the car is noticed is when you are at speed, at say maybe around 50 mph on the interstate. When he hit a clear patch of traffic, the driver checked out this claim, and you can really see the result of his getting quickly down on the accelerator.

The highest level of surprise came from the amount of fun he had driving the Bolt: as soon as he switched to Sport mode when he had ample space, all he could exclaim after lurching forward was “Wow!” Check out the benefits to you and your family of electric car ownership this year, and prepare to have your opinions drastically swayed towards the side of the fence with power derived from spark rather then fuel!

Camaro and Corvette ZR1 Top “21 Quickest Production Cars Motortrend Tested in 2018” List

Every year when car performance lists of various sorts come out, here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson we are sure that our vehicles will make the list. It is always certain that year after year, our sedans and sports cars will make waves and dominate against the various forms of competition out there. Every year the folks on staff at Motor Trend take on the duty of testing more than 200 car, truck, and SUV varieties to properly evaluate every new vehicle there is on the market. From budget-priced compacts to the most luxurious high-end vehicles, they were on the hunt last year to find the quickest out there, based completely on the 0-60 MPH drive time.

One of the initial surprises came from the Dodge club: we fully recognize that the 2018 Challenger SRT Hellcat Wide Body is one fine vehicle, in literally all ways. But it placed 20^th on the list, as a 3.9-second 0-60 time ultimately keeps it held back a bit on the list. What's mind-blowing is the difference one second can make: engineers and designers have been trying for decades to create the ultimate pony and track-commanding car that can blast through this particular endurance test, while still providing other features within the realms of tech and safety.

The most powerful Porsche 911 ever sold to the public snagged the number one spot: the amazing and incredibly powerful 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS nailed down a track time for the 0-60 mph trot that was simply astounding: a lightening-fast 2.6 seconds. Our prized Corvette ZR1 snagged the 4^th place spot on this list of fearlessly fast contenders, coming in at a 3.0-second 0 to 60 mph gallop. The well-seasoned staff at Car and Driver proclaimed recently that “We went 183.3 MPH in the new Corvette ZR1 at the Texas Mile, and not once did we feel guilty.” With greatly noticeable power and chassis improvements over the Z06, you'll notice very minimal drawback downforce during speed runs, as well as enjoy the capability for the incoming Corvette to be perfect for daily drives.

Up a bit higher in the list is the 2018 Chevy Camaro ZL1: it pulls off the 0-60 sprint in just 3.5 seconds, situated in a comfy slot just above the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R. The quarter-mile time for the ZL1 sits at 11.5 seconds, and the automatic transmission it sports is the one to nab if you are looking to achieve rocket-fast speed while in a straight line. This is the always exciting, well-priced car that is a true legend in its own rite, which Car and Driver stated has “a glorious engine sound.” The supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 is good for 650 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, and half of the chassis performance is derived from aluminum-bodied spool-valve dampers.

The rear subframe and multilink suspension are now insulated with aluminum pucks, and the rear anti-roll bar can be adjusted to three different positions. Make sure to check out the available navigation system and carbon-fiber interior trim, two of the extras that up the level of excitement in a vehicle that already has a massive presence in the no-holds-barred racing category!