The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is poised to be released next year for the 2019 model year, and that means we expect to see plenty of the truck as it undergoes testing in various conditions.
We’ve seen the truck in on the west coast and in Michigan frolicking about in the snow, but this time the 2019 Silverado was back in Cali for some sunshine.
The camouflage tricksters once again try their hardest to make the Silverado look more F-150 esque, with camo splitting the front headlights like the Ford, but the squared-off wheel wells and LED lights tip General Motors’ hand.
Other than these early spy shots, we’re in the dark on what the 2019 Silverado will officially bring to the table. However, extensive use of aluminum is all but a given, with reports stating the next-generation of full-size pickups from GM may lose up to 600 pounds. It’s also a safe bet we’ll see the GM-Ford, co-developed 10-speed automatic transmission, too.
As for engines, GM reportedly has a slew of new, DOHC small-block V8s in the works, so we may possibly see this program influence the next-generation trucks. However, all that is currently an unconfirmed rumor. The possibility of a V6 turbo diesel is also in the cards since GM has left Ford and Ram to that market for the time being.
We’ll continue to keep a look out for any strain of next-gen Silverado news as it prepares for launch sometime next year. We also expect GMC to show up with its all-new 2019 GMC Sierra.
Spy shots: Truck Trend
Comments
When will GM add an EREV Silverado? The Cadillac CT6 has a RWD EREV powertrain, so the Silverado can use the same.
I’ve been saying the same thing! The CT6 is a great starting point for a truck system. Maybe swap out the 2.0 turbo for the 3.0 turbo and you’re good to go
2019’s may be out by next spring.
GM will use their proprietary welding process for bonding aluminum to steel to save a meaningful amount of weight while keeping structural integrity. GM has a patent for this process.
They may keep the steel bed.
Yes the welding process will really be a big advantage for GM. This will not only make for a stronger bed but a stiffer body and lower the cost involved in building the truck.
You can be sure GM will market that you we made it lighter but you can still drop a tool box in your bed.
Better yet they can market you don’t have to buy a plastic bed liner for truck to keep from knocking holes in the bed.
Those Ford cues on the camo-wrap are really funny. If you look closely you can see the Ford Oval and the Ford tail-light cut-out.
Really cute misdirection
Bring the small 4,5 l Duramax diesel and wipe out the competition.
A v6 turbo is probably not in the plans. Gm commented early this year that they were dumping the small turbo car motors, as they ended burning more gas. GM will stay naturally aspirated in its workhorses. Remember that the 5.3 beat the Eco boost in fuel economy when both were placed with a six speed
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2017-ford-f-150-35l-ecoboost-10-speed-automatic-test-review
new ecoboost still sucking gas!
If the GM trucks do shead 600 plus pounds what will that GM in terms of a weight advantage over ford and dodge?
I find it funny that people complain about how bad the GM trucks are but they sell at a pretty good clip
Losers complain 😉 you can’t beat a chevy block v8, that’s why ford guys and dodge bros talk big. Their motors won’t talk for them
Jake that’s right they just sorry ram an Ford girls
I am the biggest Chevy fan out here an I can’t wait to see it I just hope they really stick it to Ford an the other ones don’t even count lol SILVERADO PRIDE