Chevrolet Silverado History
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History
The Silverado launched for 1999 as the successor to the long-running C/K, taking its name from the C/K's top trim level. It is one of America's best-selling vehicles, GM's answer to the Ford F-150.
Across several generations it has offered a wide range of gas and Duramax diesel powertrains, premium High Country trims, off-road ZR2 models, and an all-electric Silverado EV.
Body styles
- Regular cab
- Extended/Double cab
- Crew cab
Notable special editions & performance variants
Silverado ZR2
Factory off-road Silverado with locking differentials and Multimatic dampers.
Silverado EV
All-electric full-size Silverado on GM's Ultium platform.
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