by Abel Martinez

Chevrolet states in its latest advertising campaigns that it is “A Legacy Built On Dependability.” This is so true when you consider the Chevy truck. The 2008 model year demonstrated Chevrolet’s dedication to creating the best trucks in the industry by introducing three uniquely outstanding truck models to the world. That is why the Avalanche, Colorado, and Silverado are the best trucks in their class. Check out Chevy auto parts online to see what is available.

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Dependability is key to tough guys who need to travel over rough terrain and the Chevy Silverado fills the bill. Bragging comes second nature to Chevy truck owners. Some even brag that their truck would be handed down for generations to come. Chevy trucks are more durable overall and has a wide variety of features to make it the industry leader. With the technology under the hood to make it the industry leader, the Silverado’s powerful 6.6L V8 Turbo diesel can definitely haul the biggest loads in rough terrain or miles down the longest interstate highway. The cab’s rear door is able to swing open an amazing 170-degrees. For hauling things in the back seat, this makes it really easy to reach everything in the cab.

For a sport truck, you can’t beat the power and towing capacity of an Avalanche. What sportier truck enthusiasts love about it is that it is so flexible. Most obvious is the innovative system to make the truck bed longer. What happens is that the rear seats fold down, rear glass removes, and the midgate system drops down. Essentially it turns it from a crew cab short bed to a two door long bed pickup. After the midgate is folded down, you could even use the rear bed as a comfortable sleeping quarter if necessary. For this reason, you will discover that the Avalanche is really an outdoor adventure vehicle ready to take you to mother nature’s doorstep. It is very easy to slide two sleeping bags into the truck bed, so it eliminates the need to pitch a tent.

Environmentally conscious truck drivers will love to have a fuel-saving truck that can also same performance. The Chevy Colorado is now using a smaller 3.5L engine and still packing a nice punch. Surprisingly enough, this particular truck was designed with the help of Isuzu automobile engineers. The truck sports a lot of great features that makes for a comfortable ride.

Because there are times when trucks have to go long distances with a load, it was a great idea by Chevrolet to make more options for entertainment and communications. Equipped with CD/MP3 entertainment and state-of-the-art Radio Data System compatible radio systems, Chevy outdoes itself. The latest Avalanche model offers blue tooth, navigation radio, XM satellite, and OnStar. Everything you need to stay connected to the world.

Most of Chevy models now use General Motor’s patented Active Fuel Management technology. Switching from 8 cylinder to a fuel-saving four cylinder mode, this technology helps increase the overall fuel savings of the truck by lessing the gasoline used while not under a heavy load. The truck’s on-board computer does everything automatically as you drive to switch between the modes.

Chevrolet let the world know that it was dedicated to changing the status quo when it came to environmental issues and their trucks. They incorporated the latest E85 ethanol blended fuel technology into their latest truck models. There are many benefits to burning ethanol. Ethanol is much more efficient when it comes to the gases that come out the tailpipe when compared to gasoline made from refined petroleum only. Climate change is becoming an issue that the auto industry can no longer ignore and Chevrolet is truly creating an “American Revolution” in terms of changing the status quo in Detroit.

Fact is, trucks can be tough, comfortable, and environmentally friendly…all at the same time! Chevy proves this to the public year in and year out. If you don’t have a reliable truck, check out what Chevy is doing nowadays. You will be amazed at what they are offering in a new truck. If you buy one, you won’t ever regret it!

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