Chevy trucks have been branded over the years for being very tough trucks. Referred to in ads as being “Like a Rock,” the public knows to expect a very durable pick-up truck from Chevrolet every year. In 2008, Chevy introduced three new truck models to the world. No question about it. Avalanche, Silverado, and Colorado are the best trucks in their own class. Check out Chevy auto parts online to see what is available.

Silverado’s rock-solid chassis makes it a favorite choice of country tough guys. When you have to travel the bumpiest dirt roads in America with a large load in the bed, you want something that can get the job done. Chevy owners are the most confident and content truck owners in the world. Chevy trucks are more durable overall and has a wide variety of features to make it the industry leader. With the power under the hood to get the job done, Silverado’s powerful 6.6L V8 Turbo diesel can take on rugged terrain or smoothly haul a a large load down miles of interstate highway. Its versatile passenger cab can open an amazing 170 degree for easy access to cargo.

Innovation in the truck industry has brought in a new category of truck known as the SUT, Sport Utility Truck. Really all it is is a SUV with a short truck bed. In this market, the Chevy Avalanche is the preferred model. What sportier truck enthusiasts love about it is that it is so flexible. Most obvious is the innovative system to make the truck bed longer. What happens is that the rear seats fold down, rear glass removes, and the midgate system drops down. Essentially it turns it from a crew cab short bed to a two door long bed pickup. After the midgate is folded down, you could even use the rear bed as a comfortable sleeping quarter if necessary. For this reason, you will discover that the Avalanche is really an outdoor adventure vehicle ready to take you to mother nature’s doorstep. It is very easy to slide two sleeping bags into the truck bed, so it eliminates the need to pitch a tent.

Environmentally conscious truck drivers will love to have a fuel-saving truck that can also same performance. The Chevy Colorado is now using a smaller 3.5L engine and still packing a nice punch. Surprisingly enough, this particular truck was designed with the help of Isuzu automobile engineers. The truck sports a lot of great features that makes for a comfortable ride.

Trucks usually haul cargo in long trips so Chevrolet also made entertainment and information connectivity a top priority for new truck owners. In 2008 Chevy trucks, each were equipped with CD and MP3 capable entertainment packages. Also you will find a state-of-the-art RDS compatible radio system. Avalanches now have a navigation radio built in.

GM actually now uses a new technology that can save on gas. It is called the Active Fuel Management system. This innovative technology switches the engine from 8 cylinder to a more fuel efficient 4 cylinder mode for times when there is not much need for lots of power. The truck’s electronic system does this on the fly without manual intervention.

Chevrolet let the world know that it was dedicated to changing the status quo when it came to environmental issues and their trucks. They incorporated the latest E85 ethanol blended fuel technology into their latest truck models. There are many benefits to burning ethanol. Ethanol mix E85 is a cleaner burning fuel that releases less green house gases into the environment. Climate change is becoming an issue that the auto industry can no longer ignore and Chevrolet is truly creating an “American Revolution” in terms of changing the status quo in Detroit.

Chevy trucks these days are tough and environmentally friendly. It doesn’t have to be one or the other. If you don’t have a new Chevy truck, with cash for clunkers being popular, the time is right to try out the latest innovations in truck technology. If you buy one, you won’t ever regret it!