Chevrolet has more than earned its reputation as one of the best vehicle manufacturers in the market today. The proudly American manufacturer has become a beloved staple in our country, and this is reflected in the wide range of top-quality Chevrolet vehicles currently on the road. The 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 is an excellent example of how Chevrolet continues to understand the desires of American drivers. This full-size pickup truck sets the standard for all others in its class.
Basics About the Chevy Silverado 1500
Mechanical Features
The powerful and robust Silverado 1500 gets some impressive strength from its 2.7-liter turbo engine. It has the power of 310 horses behind it and boasts 430 pound-per-feet of torque. These specs, in addition to the eight-speed automatic transmission, make the rear-wheel drive Silverado 1500 an unstoppable beast.
Despite its fierce ability, it’s paired with durable four-wheel antilock disc brakes for inclement weather and slippery surfaces. The full-size pickup uses Duralife rotors because of their superior corrosion resistance, but Chevrolet added additional anti-corrosion technology that doubles the rotor’s life. The engine is fitted with Automatic Stop/Start capabilities for better efficiency. The onboard StabiliTrak stability control system includes Hill Start Assist, Trailer Sway Control, and Brake Assist to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Inside The Cabin
The seats are trimmed with sturdy vinyl and the floors have rubber vinyl coverings for easy clean-up. The instrument cluster has six different gauges including the speedometer, tachometer, fuel, engine temperature, oil pressure, and current voltage. The front seat is a bench that’s split 40-20-40, and the middle seatback can be folded down for a cupholder and armrest. The front seats have under-the-seat storage for additional cargo space.
This Year’s Most Exciting Silverado Features
Technology
The 2023 Silverado 1500 comes standard with Automatic Emergency Braking that works in tandem with the Forward Collision Alert system. This program uses a camera on the truck’s front end and will lessen the severity of impacts, just like the Silverado’s standard Front Pedestrian Braking program.
Chevy thoughtfully included an HD rear-view camera that produces crystal-clear live footage of your Silverado’s back bumper. This is perfect not only for keeping an eye on your trailer but also for those tricky reversing maneuvers. We love that the Silverado 1500 comes standard with the Following Distance Indicator program, as this can help drivers add mindfulness to their commute by maintaining a safe distance from the car ahead.
If you’re as excited about the new Silverado 1500 as we are, then be sure to visit us here at Park Hills Chevrolet as soon as you can. If you’re looking for a top-quality Chevy, why not go with the dealer that’s Chevrolet-exclusive and has a team of certified, highly-trained technicians? We are proud to serve the Old Lead Belt region and St. Francois County as the most prominent, exclusively Chevrolet, dealership in the area – and we can’t wait to meet you!

