GM Reveals 2016 Chevrolet Silverado

FenwickHockey65 · 07-13-2015, 08:53 AM

2016 Silverado: The New Face of Strong
General Motors

July 13, 2015

Bolder, more sculpted look reflects Silverado strength, dependability
Available support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Expanded use of 8-speed transmissions; additional safety technologies

DETROIT – Chevy Trucks are on a roll, with Chevrolet pickup sales up 32 percent so far this year. Chevrolet intends to strengthen this momentum with significant updates for the 2016 Silverado 1500 full-size pickup.

“The redesigned 2016 Silverado will build on Chevy Trucks’ legacy of dependability. It will feature a more muscular appearance and offer new customer-focused technologies,” said Sandor Piszar, marketing director for Chevy Trucks.

“New front end designs with bold horizontal elements, sculpted hoods and dramatic lighting reflect the strength and refinement that have helped make Silverado the fastest growing full-size pickup brand this year.”

Other changes for 2016 will include expanded use of 8-speed automatic transmissions, updated Chevy MyLink with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and additional safety technologies.

The redesign of the 2016 Silverado 1500 is part of an aggressive strategy to build on Chevy Trucks’ momentum.

Since the introduction of the all-new Silverado 1500 in the spring of 2013, Silverado sales have grown by double digits, on a percentage basis, each year. Through June of this year, Silverado sales are up 14.6 percent. Chevrolet also sold 41,575 midsize Colorados during the same period.

More product details will be available this fall, closer to the public debut of the redesigned 2016 Silverado 1500.

Apex Motorsports · 07-13-2015, 09:16 AM

I like the update. It looks good. However, I am still waiting on this guy. A sport truck is not even that controversial but GM needs to get ballsy like Chrysler and actually build the insane ideas they come up with. I don't even need the carbon fiber bed, just give us a short/wide with some serious power, lower stance, low gearing, and some sporty styling. Keep it around $40k and you have a hit.

Denis · 07-13-2015, 09:30 AM

oh I like it.

SpeedIsLife · 07-13-2015, 09:33 AM

Is it just me or are all full size truck designs almost becoming a cartoon parody of themselves with their styling?

sonnydurden · 07-13-2015, 09:38 AM

Looks mean!!! I like it!!!

JoeP@TeamBeckyD · 07-13-2015, 09:43 AM

Looked Great when I saw it at the meeting...

.......Bold & Muscular..Very Aggressive look!

Becky

shaffe · 07-13-2015, 09:44 AM

Why so fast for a refresh Fen? 2 years seems pretty damn quick especially for a truck IMO.

Either way, love what I am seeing. The 16 facelift IMO looks 1000 times better than the current truck

Juiced1 · 07-13-2015, 09:53 AM

Looks a bit to much like the Sierra now IMO. Nothing wrong with that at all but seems like a shocker to drop another front end so quickly.

Apex Motorsports · 07-13-2015, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shaffe

Why so fast for a refresh Fen? 2 years seems pretty damn quick especially for a truck IMO.

Either way, love what I am seeing. The 16 facelift IMO looks 1000 times better than the current truck

Full size trucks is a very profitable and therefor highly competitive segment in the US. I would assume that they want to keep things fresh with the new F150 just rolling out.

Whos_Drivin · 07-13-2015, 09:58 AM

I like it, although I'd like to see some more front end ground clearance on a Z71.

Whos_Drivin · 07-13-2015, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apex Motorsports

I like the update. It looks good. However, I am still waiting on this guy. A sport truck is not even that controversial but GM needs to get ballsy like Chrysler and actually build the insane ideas they come up with. I don't even need the carbon fiber bed, just give us a short/wide with some serious power, lower stance, low gearing, and some sporty styling. Keep it around $40k and you have a hit.

I'll take one of those in AWD please!!!

FenwickHockey65 · 07-13-2015, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shaffe

Why so fast for a refresh Fen? 2 years seems pretty damn quick especially for a truck IMO.

Either way, love what I am seeing. The 16 facelift IMO looks 1000 times better than the current truck

Full size market is moving pretty rapidly this generation. GM needs to keep up.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Juiced1

Looks a bit to much like the Sierra now IMO. Nothing wrong with that at all but seems like a shocker to drop another front end so quickly.

Sierra's getting a refresh too.

strykerg8gt · 07-13-2015, 10:34 AM

There's a specialty company making these. Exact body kit, wheels, stance, etc. They start off with a standard cab/bed work truck give it the cosmetic treatment and do minor bolt ons with a tune. The dealership around the corner has one and the price is $54,000. I laughed all the way home when I saw the price. Here's a link to their website. http://www.scaperformance.com/on-road-performance/

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apex Motorsports

I like the update. It looks good. However, I am still waiting on this guy. A sport truck is not even that controversial but GM needs to get ballsy like Chrysler and actually build the insane ideas they come up with. I don't even need the carbon fiber bed, just give us a short/wide with some serious power, lower stance, low gearing, and some sporty styling. Keep it around $40k and you have a hit.

Sapper12b · 07-13-2015, 10:37 AM

That's nice ! I hope GM transfers some of the new designs to the Colorado

07-13-2015, 08:53 AM	#1
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	GM Reveals 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2016 Silverado: The New Face of Strong General Motors July 13, 2015 Bolder, more sculpted look reflects Silverado strength, dependability Available support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Expanded use of 8-speed transmissions; additional safety technologies DETROIT – Chevy Trucks are on a roll, with Chevrolet pickup sales up 32 percent so far this year. Chevrolet intends to strengthen this momentum with significant updates for the 2016 Silverado 1500 full-size pickup. “The redesigned 2016 Silverado will build on Chevy Trucks’ legacy of dependability. It will feature a more muscular appearance and offer new customer-focused technologies,” said Sandor Piszar, marketing director for Chevy Trucks. “New front end designs with bold horizontal elements, sculpted hoods and dramatic lighting reflect the strength and refinement that have helped make Silverado the fastest growing full-size pickup brand this year.” Other changes for 2016 will include expanded use of 8-speed automatic transmissions, updated Chevy MyLink with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and additional safety technologies. The redesign of the 2016 Silverado 1500 is part of an aggressive strategy to build on Chevy Trucks’ momentum. Since the introduction of the all-new Silverado 1500 in the spring of 2013, Silverado sales have grown by double digits, on a percentage basis, each year. Through June of this year, Silverado sales are up 14.6 percent. Chevrolet also sold 41,575 midsize Colorados during the same period. More product details will be available this fall, closer to the public debut of the redesigned 2016 Silverado 1500. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

07-13-2015, 09:30 AM	#3
Denis Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Yorktown Heights, NY Posts: 7,695 View My Garage	oh I like it. __________________

07-13-2015, 10:37 AM	#14
Sapper12b HTCC Member Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,868 View My Garage	That's nice ! I hope GM transfers some of the new designs to the Colorado __________________

07-13-2015, 09:16 AM	#2
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,179	I like the update. It looks good. However, I am still waiting on this guy. A sport truck is not even that controversial but GM needs to get ballsy like Chrysler and actually build the insane ideas they come up with. I don't even need the carbon fiber bed, just give us a short/wide with some serious power, lower stance, low gearing, and some sporty styling. Keep it around $40k and you have a hit.

07-13-2015, 09:33 AM	#4
SpeedIsLife Drives: Current Camaro-less Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Oregon Posts: 3,242	Is it just me or are all full size truck designs almost becoming a cartoon parody of themselves with their styling?

07-13-2015, 09:38 AM	#5
sonnydurden Drives: ‘16 1SS & ‘19 1LT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Windermere, FL Posts: 2,086	Looks mean!!! I like it!!!

07-13-2015, 09:43 AM	#6
JoeP@TeamBeckyD Drives: SS,PaceCar,ZL1,1LE,C7Z51,Z06,17-ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Detroit, Mich Posts: 68,623	Looked Great when I saw it at the meeting... .......Bold & Muscular..Very Aggressive look! Becky

07-13-2015, 09:44 AM	#7
shaffe Drives: 21 Bronco Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Carol Stream Posts: 6,024	Why so fast for a refresh Fen? 2 years seems pretty damn quick especially for a truck IMO. Either way, love what I am seeing. The 16 facelift IMO looks 1000 times better than the current truck

07-13-2015, 09:53 AM	#8
Juiced1 Account Suspended Drives: 2012 2SS CAMARO 45th Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: St. Charles, IL Posts: 18,663	Looks a bit to much like the Sierra now IMO. Nothing wrong with that at all but seems like a shocker to drop another front end so quickly.

07-13-2015, 09:58 AM	#10
Whos_Drivin Drives: '12 Camaro ZL1, '16 Silverado Z71 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Blaine, MN Posts: 846	I like it, although I'd like to see some more front end ground clearance on a Z71.

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