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Chevrolet Silverado

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A truck buyer grew up believing that Ford stood for "Found On Road Dead," but this fleet expert just bought a 2021 F-150. Why did he rule out Ram, Chevy, and Toyota? He explains why the F-150 is the "lesser headache" and why he chose it.
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How a simple workaround saved a stranded Chevy Silverado EV driver when connectivity failed on a long trip and other things that EV drivers can do to prepare for successful road trips.
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A 2026 Chevy Silverado ZR1 owner finds defects in week one: "What else will go wrong?" Now regretting skipping the extended warranty, he asks owners for the best aftermarket protection. Here is the top advice for GM truck coverage.
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A 2024 Chevy Silverado owner's wheel shoots off at 25 mph the day after a lift kit install because the shop failed to torque the wheel's lug nuts. It could have been a life-threatening accident. See the "unbelievable" aftermath.
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Chevrolet is taking its EV show on the road, literally. Despite falling demand, the automaker is planning to travel the country with a roadshow, highlighting the performance of its Silverado EV lineup.
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"It finally happened," a Chevy Silverado owner says. Meticulous maintenance couldn't save his truck from catastrophic engine failure at 140k miles. With cylinder four down and a potentially thrown rod, the owner faces a tough choice: Is it worth fixing?
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From "wimpy" to "muscled up." One Chevy Silverado owner trades his 2.7L 2WD for a 3.0L Duramax Trail Boss. Is 495 lb-ft of torque and 4WD the massive upgrade he's been waiting for? What Silverado buyers need to know. 
By Aram Krajekian on
When a Chevy Silverado 3500HD owner walked away from a 60-mph crash with only whiplash, it turned into a real-world testament to the strength in design that heavy-duty truck owners trust with their lives.
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A 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 owner's truck broke down so often that GM bought it back. Josh traded up (or down?) for a stripped-down 2025 Silverado 1500 5.3L, shocked by the lack of V8 4x4 options. Will his 'new' truck be better?
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This Chevy Silverado owner got a great deal on a 2WD pickup, but now he's not so sure about it, after he drove off the lot. He lives in Texas, where 4WD is king. Will he regret his purchase? Check out what truck buyers need to know if a deal is too good.
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"Transmission or lifters?” This 2019 Chevy Silverado RST decided the answer: BOTH! A nightmare $8,700 dealer quote, and now it's worthless. He loved the truck, hated the headache. Will he ever trust a modern 1/2 ton again? He's out of the GM game for now!
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Chevy dealer suggests paying your truck with a GM credit card for points. Is this a genius hack or a sign the card benefits are worthless? Patrick on the owner's page is suspicious. What's the catch? What GM and Silverado owners need to know.
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Six torque converters replaced on a 2020 Chevy Silverado? Owner Glenn McKinley says GM "chose not to defend their case against me." After constant repairs for minimal use, he's ditching the truck. Is GM manufacturing trust irreversibly broken?
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A Chevy Silverado owner was quoted an "outrageous" dealer price for his 8-speed fluid change. But after learning about the special fluid and complexity, he still paid for it to protect his warranty. Was he right? What Chevy owners need to know.
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A 2020 GMC Sierra owner is having buyer's remorse. He wishes he had skipped the Sierra and gone with a Silverado. It's all about those "weirdly shaped" fenders and the "big gaps" that are making him question the choice!
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A 2014 Silverado cost Jason $6,500 to fix... twice, before the engine failed. Now, he's facing a Toyota Tundra recall, but says he's "relieved." Why is he happier with a recalled Tundra than his old Chevy? Find out his surprising reason. 
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A proud new owner of a 2026 Chevy Silverado is absolutely thrilled with his new pickup—except for one shocking hidden cost. To get a seemingly simple, old-school amenity, he was quoted a price tag of over $100 by the dealer!
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A new 2026 Chevy Silverado with under 5k miles is DEAD after the touchscreen blacked out and lost all power. Battery looks fine. Is this a common glitch, or is a tow truck the only answer? What would you do? What Silverado owners need to know. 
By John Goreham on
Rivian’s R1T and Ford’s F-150 Lightning were both leaders in their segments. However, like the Cybertruck, all three appear to have stalled. Here are updates on the three, and what could happen in 2026.
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A 2022 Chevy Silverado with 47k miles passes the L87 6.2 recall with "flying colors" after a 0W-40 full synthetic change. The owner reports higher oil pressure at idle. Is your truck next? A 100k drivetrain warranty adds peace of mind.
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Silverado/Sierra owners: Yorch Glez ditched his Chevy Silverado 5.3L V8 for the Silverado 3.0L Duramax and regrets it! He's considering going back. Is the Duramax really a downgrade? What's your take?
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Harsh shifts plague Derek's 2019 Silverado ZR2 at 99k miles, just before his warranty expires. Flushed once, and it's still failing. Will a torque converter save it? Which extended warranty is best? Time is ticking. What Silverado owners need to know. 
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$1,000 for a Chevy Silverado 10-speed transmission service? A 2020 6.2L owner thinks that's nuts, but another shop quoted $650. What's the real cost, and is a flush truly a death sentence for your truck? Get the dirt on this costly maintenance dilemma.
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One electric truck owner successfully turned his Chevy Silverado EV into a mobile charging station, sending 6 kW of power directly to a Tesla Model Y.
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Todd Watts' desire for a two-wheel-drive (2WD) standard cab Chevrolet Silverado with the powerful 6.2L V8 engine points to an interest in a lightweight, high-performance "street truck" configuration. Should Chevy build it? Would you buy one?
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Nick's new 2025 Silverado ZR2 set some Chevy Silverado owners on fire! He snagged the showroom's prize, but the comments were brutal. From "overpaid" to "ugly," the owner group erupted. Is it jealousy or brutal honesty? What do you think? 
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A Silverado guy just defected! Preston traded his Chevy for a 2025 Toyota Tundra, promising to "bring this one to life." His first move? A custom build that's sure to excite. See the massive mods he's planning and the real reason he left GM.
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A lifelong Ford guy just ditched the blue oval for a 2025 GMC Sierra SLT Premium Plus! The rebates were too sweet to ignore, allowing him to snag a premium truck for an XLT price. New mods are on, and more are coming! Is this the switch for good?
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The 8-spd transmission in Mike's 2019 Silverado hit 45k miles, demanding a pricey flush. The bill? $562. That steep cost has sparked a fiery debate in the owners' group: Is this highway robbery or just the price of keeping a modern truck running smoothly?
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A 2022 Chevy Silverado owner with under 30k miles calls it "Garbage!" After a loud clunk, the engine died on the highway. RPMs and speed dropped before it went into neutral. Is this a common issue, and what is the solution for Silverado owners?