Officially dropping cover in January at the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show, the 2024 Chevy Silverado EV is a watershed moment for GM, introducing a brand-new battery-driven powertrain to the Silverado nameplate. Now, we’re taking a closer look at this 2024 Chevy Silverado EV prototype out and about testing in silver paint.
This isn’t the first time we’ve seen the 2024 Chevy Silverado EV testing as a prototype out in the real world. However, while the last prototype we saw was covered in black paint, this particular example is done in a bright silver sheen.
Despite carrying the Chevy Silverado nameplate, the Silverado EV is completely unrelated to the ICE-powered pickup, with a different platform, interior, and exterior. For this piece, we’ll focus on the exterior, starting with the front end, where we spot a large, blocked-off grille section and slim lower air intake. The Chevy Bow Tie badge is missing, but an indent in the fascia shows where it’ll eventually go, while the lighting consists of thin signatures along the upper edges of the fascia, below which is a set of forward-facing round lights.
So far, GM has officially confirmed just two trim levels, including the well-equipped RST and fleet-oriented WT, although we do know that an off-road Trail Boss model is also in the works. It’s possible this particular example is the WT, or maybe even an as-of-yet-unannounced LT trim level, as indicated by the alloy wheels, rather than some steelies.
The profile also reveals some missing fender flares, as well as black cladding along the lower edge of the side skirts. The sideview mirrors are done in black, while the door handles are body colored. The window trim and rear trim are also in black.
In back, we spot a set of placeholder taillights with black surrounds, while the bumper appears to have the CornerStep feature.
Multiple powertrain configurations will be offered, ranging from 510 horsepower to 665 horsepower, with range-per-charge estimated at 400 miles. Under the skin is the GM BT1 platform. Production is set to take place at the GM Factory Zero plant in Michigan.
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Give it to me ,i will test it for you !
You may need some glasses and perspective. This is a preproduction vehicle.
I’m too early…
Looks like a cheap hummer.
More than likely, this is the Work Truck version.
We don’t have the infrastructure to support the rapid transition, not to mention we need the rare materials from China to produce batteries. Where are you getting the electricity from to power the batteries. We have an abundance of fossil fuels.
When alternative power sources are practical the market will demand it. Don’t forget all those batteries and the environmental impact of disposal.
Right, which is one of the many reasons why the Supreme Court also had to step in and strip away some level of authority from the EPA due in part to the DEF requirements that was forced on the Trucking Industry as well as this Mandate; which would have to been met within the next 7-1/2 years, is impossible Base on what you stated due to the lack of Recharging Stations nationwide and were getting any updates on the progress of that at all.
Even for a pre-production vehicle that thing is fugly.
Just what the automotive world needs today…another damn near 100 grand electric truck! Seriously, an EV truck might be pretty useful under certain circumstances I guess, but “Holy Moly” Ford’s top of the line F-150 Lightening toped out at just under $100,000 sticker price (with tax and license) and that of course does not include the necessary (sic) “Value Added” or “Fair Market Value” sticker added to the already inflated MSRP! Who in god’s name seriously needs such a vehicle.
Personally speaking, I can see maybe a 50 or 60 grand half ton EV truck, a lot of money still, but reasonable in todays world.
Anyway, I can see the “ugliness” in this particular test mule, but….just wait until the engineers put it all together and ready it for public sale, all pretty’d up then the “shark eating frenzy” for the well healed rich who want an “Electric Toy Truck” for Christmas to show off to their rich friends will attain one of these specialty vehicles. I can hardly wait…sic.
The Work Truck is actually cheaper than the Ford F-150 Lightning work truck..
The article is deceptive in stating the ‘range estimated at 400 miles’.
That of course will be a pricey option…. I’d expect perhaps 220 miles for the $39,000 work truck.
I’m guessing most here are retired truck buyers…. If they are low mileage drivers then the ‘110’ receptacle in the garage or car port will be sufficient.
But GM will likely pay the first $USD 1,000 to install a ‘220’ receptacle for you guys – as well as supply a ‘110/220’ charging cord.
Fords top F-150 Lighting based on the MSRP; should have been no more than $93k, but we all know what type of place caused that price to jump an additional $7k, even as Ford attempts to sell these trucks officially Online, mysteriously, these prices are still escalating…at least for now I hope.
Completely useless.
500 horsepower work truck what could go wrong?