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With a lineup that includes some of the bestselling cars, trucks and SUVs sold in America, Chevrolet is routinely one of the bestselling brands in the US market. A refresh to the Camaro and Malibu along with new versions of the Corvette, Silverado and Impala join forces with the likes of the Volt and the Spark EV to offer an incredible range of performance cars and super efficient models in the same showroom.

2024 Chevrolet Silverado
Chevy V8 Lifter Failures Exposed: The Real Reason Partial Dealership Fixes Lead To Engine Seizure
By Denis Flierl on
Torque News tracker by Denis Flierl exposes why partial dealership lifter repairs on Chevy Silverado V8 engines trigger oil starvation and total engine lockup. Learn why Colorado mountain driving accelerates DFM failures and how to protect your truck.
The new BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain+ tire debuts to rave reviews
I Drove 5 SUVs on BFGoodrich's New Trail-Terrain T/A+ Tire and Here Is What Surprised Me
By John Goreham on
We ran the new BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A+ tire on pavement and dirt under six popular adventure vehicles. For owners who need a livable, daily-use all-terrain tire, this might be the perfect solution.
Chevrolet Silverado
Chevrolet Silverado Owners Have Three Viable Options To Protect V8 Engines From Dynamic Fuel Management Failure
By Denis Flierl on
Silverado 5.3L and 6.2L owners can mitigate costly EcoTec3 valvetrain failure. This consumer advocacy guide breaks down the three path solutions: strict maintenance changes, electronic DFM disablers, and complete mechanical valvetrain deletion kits.
2021 Chevy Silverado
Why Partial Lifter Replacement Causes 2021 Silverado Total Engine Lockup and Oil Starvation at 58K Miles on GM EcoTec3 V8
By Denis Flierl on
GM EcoTec3 V8 lifter failures on L84 and L87 engines stem from low oil pressure during Dynamic Fuel Management cycles. This forensic analysis breaks down how ECM oil pump programming causes incomplete hydraulic pin engagement and catastrophic mechanical s
GM Is Launching a Trust Recovery Program With a New Engine For The 2027 Silverado and Sierra, Which Will Be Its Biggest Test.
GM Is Launching a Trust Recovery Program With a New Engine For The 2027 Silverado and Sierra, Which Will Be Its Biggest Test.
By Armen Hareyan on
GM is betting that a new Gen 6 V8, tighter quality controls, and greater manufacturing oversight can help the 2027 Silverado and Sierra win back confidence from truck buyers who increasingly view reliability as the ultimate feature.
A poster in a Ram 1500 Facebook group has an interesting take on how we, as a society of car enthusiasts, think of speed these days. Perhaps people care too much -- or have too high a standard.
Traditional Ram 1500 Truck Buyers Reject The Internet Obsession With Four-second Acceleration Times
By Tim Healey on
A poster in a Ram 1500 Facebook group has an interesting take on how we, as a society of car enthusiasts, think of speed these days. Perhaps people care too much -- or have too high a standard.
Front three-quarter view of Christopher’s Chevy Blazer EV connected to a fast charger during a road trip stop.
The EV Savings Reality: Why This Chevrolet Blazer EV Road Trip Reveals Gas Cars Can Be the Cheaper Option
By Aram Krajekian on
EV road trips are easier than ever and this Chevy Blazer EV road trip proves it. But once you rely on fast charging instead of home power, the savings story starts to look very different.
GM making Sierra at Fort Wayne Assembly
GM's Quietest Change To The 2027 Silverado And Sierra Could End Up Being The Most Important And Overlooked One
By Armen Hareyan on
There is a hidden story about GM Authority's report regarding Silverado and Sierra engine reliability improvements, and the most overlooked detail isn't about GM's quality control.
Silverado and Sierra trucks with their engines on the top of their hoods
GM Is Reportedly Taking Two Unusual Steps To Make Sure The 2027 Silverado And Sierra Don't Repeat Past Engine Reliability Complaints
By Armen Hareyan on
GM is finally fixing the reliability concerns of the Silverado and Sierra engines that have hurt owner confidence.
2026 GMC Sierra Denali
GMC Sierra Fuel Module Micro Fractures Drive 412 Percent Surge In Independent Shop Interior Cab Relocations Amid Dealership Backlogs
By Denis Flierl on
GM technicians are bypassing backlogs by relocating Sierra fuel pump modules inside the cab. Torque News uncovers this rogue forensic fix for 2019-2026 trucks, offering owners a survival action plan against frame-rail corrosion and sudden failures.
2026 GMC Sierra 1500
2026 GMC Sierra Fuel Module Failure Leaves Owner Stranded at 849 Miles, Confirming Widespread Tow-Truck Driver Warnings
By Denis Flierl on
A brand-new 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 X31 failed at just 849 miles due to a known fuel module issue. Tow truck drivers report a widespread failure pattern across 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks, raising major new reliability concerns.
Blue 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 driving on a country road at sunset in a front three-quarter action view.
A 2021 Corvette Stingray Needs a Third Engine Before 50,000 Miles, and the Replacement LT2 Lasted Only 10,500 Miles
By Noah Washington on
A 2021 Corvette Stingray owner says his car is headed for a third engine before 50,000 miles. After one engine failed from metal contamination, the replacement reportedly lasted just 10,500 miles.
Michael's blue Chevrolet Blazer EV parked at a Tesla Supercharger station on a rainy day during a road trip.
2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV RS Owner Completes 7,000-Mile Journey Across America and Shares EV Lessons and Frustrations
By Aram Krajekian on
Crossing the U.S. in a Chevy Blazer EV revealed why some EV drivers are falling in love with road trips while others still feel completely overwhelmed by the experience.
Corvette ZR1X Blows Out 250 Candles
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Blows Out 250 Candles for America's Birthday Celebration
By Mary Conway on
The Detroit Three are going all out to celebrate America's upcoming birthday with special models, displays and celebrations. Chevrolet found a unique way to highlight horsepower and heritage.
2026 Chevrolet Silverado Z71
The Ultra-Thin Oil Dilemma: Why Modern Full-Size Truck Engines Are Failing Long Before 100K Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Torque News investigative tracking reveals how 0W-20 ultra-low viscosity oil and factory intervals cause premature engine failures, severe oil consumption, and bearing wear in modern full-size trucks like the Chevy Silverado and Toyota Tundra.
2021 Chevy Silverado
Silverado Oil Consumption Part 2: Disabling DFM and the 5W-30 Viscosity Solution
By Denis Flierl on
Stop your Silverado's rapid oil loss with this practical guide. Fleet data show that disabling DFM cylinder cutoffs and upgrading to 5W-30 synthetic oil reduces internal blow-by and protects vital valve train parts without voiding your warranty.
2021 Chevy Silverado LT Z71 Texas Edition
3-Time Silverado Owner Reports 2021 Z71 Texas Edition Burns Oil Fast At 75K Miles
By Denis Flierl on
A 3-time Chevy owner warns that his 2021 Silverado Z71 Texas Edition is burning oil rapidly at 75,000 miles. Despite showing 37% oil life, a low-oil warning triggered with zero external leaks, barely touching the dipstick. Brand loyalty vs. reality.
Jay Gass 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, the images of which he shared with Torque News under our Facebook comments
NJ Chevy Equinox EV Owner Says EV Charging Time Has a Big Advantage Necessary for Every Driver
By Armen Hareyan on
While critics argue that electric vehicle charging times ruin long road trips, a New Jersey Chevy Equinox EV owner explains how this supposed downside actually solves one of the biggest dangers of highway driving.
The Gathering Storm Over the American Auto Industry
Economic Headwinds Fracture the United States Electric Vehicle Market Threatening Legacy Automaker Survival by 2030
By Rob Enderle on
As the American electric vehicle transition stalls against high interest rates and political uncertainty, we analyze which domestic automakers will thrive, barely survive, or completely collapse before the 2030 deadline
Blue 2027 Chevrolet Bolt RS shown from the passenger side in a parking lot.
A 2027 Chevy Bolt RS Owner Found the CarPlay Problem Was Smaller Than the Speaker Problem
By Noah Washington on
The new Bolt's missing CarPlay sounded like the dealbreaker. One early RS owner found a workaround in three days. The bigger problem may be simpler: the stereo just does not sound good enough.
2026 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AT4 shown from the front on a grassy overlook with mountains in the background.
E85 Stations Keep Growing, but EPA Data Shows GM Is Nearly Alone in Selling New 2026 Vehicles That Can Use It
By Noah Washington on
E85 looks healthier if you only count stations. Torque News checked AFDC station data, FuelEconomy vehicle files, and federal CAFE-credit language. The pump count kept rising, but new flex-fuel choices have narrowed into a small GM-heavy corner.
Grey 2026 Chevrolet Suburban driving through a city street with Chevrolet’s updated front-end styling.
3.0 Duramax Reliability Analysis: Why One 2023 Chevy Suburban Is Nearing 200,000 Miles While Others Face Massive Repair Costs
By Aram Krajekian on
The 3.0 Duramax is producing two completely different ownership experiences, with one Chevy Suburban nearing 200,000 miles while other owners describe months-long repairs and financial nightmares.
Rendering of Chevrolet Camaro returning in 2028, production starting in the fall of the year 2027.
I Hope Chevy Understand That Returning Camaro's Design Is More Important Than 0.5 Seconds Faster in The 1/4 Mile
By Armen Hareyan on
Chevrolet greenlit the 2028 Camaro with a V8 and a manual, but real fans in a major enthusiast group are pushing back hard on the horsepower obsession, and what they want instead reveals the exact mistake that killed the last Camaro.
2024 Chevrolet Camaro
The Buick Sedans Are The Most Interesting Part of the 2027 Chevy Camaro's Comeback, Since They Will Share The Same Platform With Cadillac
By Tim Healey on
Reports have been circulating suggesting that the Chevrolet Camaro will return as a 2027 model. One thing that might be getting buried in the excitement surrounding the return of the Camaro is that Buick will have sedans again.
Blue Chevrolet Equinox EV with a white roof driving on an urban road past brick office buildings.
Equinox EV Cost $133.62 on 1,200-Mile Trip. Here's the Receipt
By Noah Washington on
A charging log from a California road trip shows what Equinox EV owners actually spend on long-distance drives.
A red Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss towing a small trailer on a mountain highway.
GM Patented a Mode That Could Help a Stuck Silverado EV Rock Itself Free Without the Driver Guessing
By Noah Washington on
GM's patent describes a vehicle that can detect when a wheel is stuck, then rock itself forward and backward while reading traction. The bigger story is how EV trucks could turn an old driver trick into software.
2026 Chevy Silverado
The 2026 Truck Owner’s Survival Guide: How to Navigate Brand Failures and Warranty Loopholes
By Denis Flierl on
Struggling with 2026 Silverado, Tundra, or F-150 reliability? This consumer action plan provides information for owners, featuring Colorado-specific maintenance tips and insights into warranty loopholes in the current truck reliability crisis.
2026 Chevy Silverado
Silverado 5.3L Lifter Failure Analysis: How DFM Cycle Stalling Causes Catastrophic Top-End Collapse at 70,000 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Texas owner Jeff Sickle switches to a 2026 Silverado after a Tundra engine failure at 9k miles and F-150 transmission issues. Our technical analysis examines if the 5.3L L84 engine can avoid the lifter and 10-speed defects plaguing the segment.
A red Chevrolet Corvette sits on a tow truck bed with smoke around the rear of the car.
A 2026 C8 Corvette Smoked at 320 Miles, But the Owner Says Every Break-In Drive Is Saved on an SD Card
By Noah Washington on
A C8 Corvette owner says his 2026 car started smoking at 320 miles while still in break-in. The bigger story is the owner's recorded drive data and whether it can show how the car was treated.
Chevrolet Trax Car Door Sill Protector Strips
Chevy Trax Owner Adds a "Cheap Addition" Stripes From a TikTok Shop, And It Looks Really Nice
By Armen Hareyan on
A Houston Chevy Trax owner spent ten dollars on door sill stripes from TikTok Shop, installed them in minutes, and now his fellow owners are demanding the link because the result looks that good.
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