
The models powered by diesel features a smart exhaust brake system to reduce wear on the breaks.
The system creates pressure that helps slow the truck without using the brakes when the driver lets off the throttle.
At the same show, GM unveiled a 75th-anniversary version of the Chevrolet Suburban.
The 2011 Silverado HD has a new Duramax 6.6L diesel engine and Allison 1000 transmission combination for efficient fuel economy. It also offers fully-boxed frame assemblies, new asymmetrical leaf-spring rear suspensions, an improved 6.0L Vortec 6L90 powertrain, a new exhaust brake system, large brakes, efficient ride, as well as handling and steering.
The new truck lineup will increase to eleven 2500HD models and eight single and dual-rear-wheel 3500HD models. That includes a new 3500HD Crew Cab with a 6.5-foot cargo box.
| Callaway Silverado |
And you thought the days of high performance with a bed out back were gone. Well, according to several sources; Callaway Cars (of super fast, modified Corvette fame), is working on a hot Chevy Silverado, though the project is still very much in the design stage. |
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| Chevrolet Cruz Safety |
A remarkable 10 Airbags for Chevrolet Cruze! |
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| Learn how the New Chevrolet Volt works |
Learn how the New Chevrolet Volt works! |
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| Woodward Dream Cruise |
Back in the 1960s, Woodward Avenue in the Detroit suburbs became notoriously known as ground central for street racing. In 1995 local charities, brought together by Nelson House, organized the first ever Dream Cruise on the famous thoroughfare, celebrating car culture in the Motor City. |
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| Chevy Cruze Eco 'feels' wind change to better fuel economy |
The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco will owe, in part, its estimated 40 MPG on the highway to its innovative design. |
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| New Chevrolet Corvette is in the works |
GM CEO and Chairman has officially confirmed that a new Chevrolet Corvette is in the works. Whitacre said that the new Corvette “looks quite different. It’s totally redesigned inside and out.” |
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