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It carries forward the Silverado's workhorse reputation while adding modern EV advancements that make it feel like a truck from the future. After spending a week with it, I came away with plenty of thoughts—some expected, some surprising.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7aln0p6000e01rw8wctx5l6@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3485-29305c23-0308-4de0-ae1f-c0be9f4b7cb6.jpg', 'width': 3024, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 4032, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '2547234', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7alxagn0025357picdjsc7j@published'}, {'data': {'text': "<strong>A SMOOTH RIDE WITH A FEW QUIRKS</strong><br />The ride quality was one of the first things that stood out to me about the Silverado EV. It's smooth, composed, and impressively refined for a full-size truck. Thanks to the independent front and rear suspension paired with the adaptive air suspension, the ride feels more akin to a luxury SUV than a traditional pickup. However, I did notice a few rattles inside the cabin—nothing major, but enough to remind me this is an early production model. Hopefully, Chevrolet will address these minor fit-and-finish issues in later builds.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7alqey3000i357pm6jro3bp@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3486-6df96e40-4927-4afc-b7b8-4626a75f9ad9.jpg', 'width': 3024, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 4032, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1882386', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7am0u16002x357pf8n16yqs@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3636-17697cff-ee84-4f96-8b38-70cdbec7b060.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1809196', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7am4hu00035357pwnl2g1f1@published'}, {'data': {'text': "<strong>OFF-ROAD PERFORMANCE – ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT</strong><br />Taking the Silverado EV into my usual off-road test area, I found its performance to be just okay. It handled itself decently in the rock pit, but I noticed more wheel slip than expected. This likely had more to do with the tires than the truck's capability—if it had been equipped with proper off-road tires, it probably would have performed better. I also had concerns about the underbody protection, particularly since the EV battery pack sits low. I didn't push the same limits I usually do with off-road vehicles because I didn't want to risk any damage. One bright spot was the four-wheel steering, which seemed to help maneuver through the ruts and rocks. Still, I can't say for sure if it made a significant difference or if I was just feeling overly optimistic.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7alqezp000j357pw1lz4m67@published'}, {'data': {'text': "<strong>FAST CHARGING &amp; REALISTIC RANGE</strong><br />Chevy promised fast charging and accurate range estimates, and I'm happy to report that both claims held up. I only needed to charge the truck once during my entire week with it, and when I returned it, I still had over 100 miles of range left. That's better than most internal combustion engine (ICE) trucks I've tested recently. I found the Silverado EV incredibly efficient, with a GM-estimated 440-mile range on the RST model and DC fast charging capability of up to 350 kW. In just a short charge session, I added enough power for another full day of driving, making range anxiety almost nonexistent.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7alqf1c000k357paiky46bn@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3396-fba4a9c1-9cb5-4353-a24d-86332448e814.jpg', 'width': 3024, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 4032, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1693635', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7alyn2n002d357pqu8ycpzz@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3395-2f10109d-f0a3-4279-a6fc-54dc69fb53d2.jpg', 'width': 3024, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 4032, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '830082', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7am5lxn003d357pt7x8ka0r@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3641-c7a895c8-f8c4-46e0-870c-d5ac94581186.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1170145', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7am6w6a003l357psecswaxc@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3643-ac272964-068b-4ed7-a348-eac330abb802.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1946421', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7am7ro0003t357p27v3cndx@published'}, {'data': {'text': "<strong>MIDGATE INNOVATION &amp; A NOD TO THE PAST</strong><br />The Multi-Flex Midgate is where things get really interesting. I love how it transforms the truck's bed into an extended cargo area. It's a brilliant solution for those who occasionally need extra length for hauling gear yet don't want to commit to a longer truck. If this feature sounds familiar, that's because it is—the Avalanche, a cult favorite from Chevrolet's early 2000s lineup, had a similar midgate design. In many ways, the Silverado EV feels like a modern, electrified reimagining of that concept. To confirm my suspicions, I took a trip to visit my brother, who still owns an original Avalanche, and after seeing them side by side, I'm convinced Chevy borrowed quite a bit from that truck. The resemblance is undeniable.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7alqf34000l357pv5mh6qzh@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3600-e52e24cf-63d0-4b0a-93ff-78458a96401e.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1285334', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7amg7g7005f357px7zwoyib@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3602-ce39ee56-c016-4c45-9d8b-dbbb40f1bcf1.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1995040', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7amguxe005n357pft3hovsd@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3678-9941466a-bb3d-4bf5-b554-b47349afb356.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1546339', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7ampf1n006r357pa8tg5lob@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3604-8b85f56f-42d4-42a9-900f-80f3d8d038bc.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1725525', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7amhuyz005v357pql93nis3@published'}, {'data': {'text': "<strong>A HIGHLY FUNCTIONAL TAILGATE</strong><br />The Multi-Flex Tailgate is another standout feature. With six different configurations, it's easily one of the most versatile tailgates on the market. Whether you need a load stop for longer items, a full-width step for easy access, or a makeshift workstation, this tailgate does it all. It's another example of how Chevy has prioritized utility and adaptability in this truck's design.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7alqf4y000m357pvfz2v8mp@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3593-21cd1c0c-5395-448b-8df7-e18a49c7b868.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1398469', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7am9vts0049357pf0ti4a1y@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3592-a0a5d527-d95e-4d0c-890e-a978ec29a58f.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1573860', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7am8wwu0041357ppbjvs2dn@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3594-fbb54f07-7db4-4749-bab4-683db48d19d8.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1842664', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7amcf7m004t357ps5qkc28t@published'}, {'data': {'alt': '2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST', 'url': 'https://images.radio.com/aiu-media/IMG3595-038cce83-7235-4dd9-a80b-4fef5a8c8e11.jpg', 'width': 4032, 'credit': 'Daryl Killian', 'height': 3024, 'caption': None, '_version': 1, 'imageLink': None, 'rendition': None, 'sizeInBytes': '1929068', 'borderToggle': None, 'componentVariation': 'image'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/image/instances/cm7amdadh0057357p9w9k2v9a@published'}, {'data': {'text': "<strong>HANDS-FREE DRIVING &amp; EVERYDAY USABILITY</strong><br />Chevrolet's hands-free Super Cruise system is also available on the Silverado EV and works exceptionally well. On compatible highways, I was able to relax and let the truck handle the driving, making long trips far less fatiguing. This technology, paired with the truck's smooth and quiet ride, makes the Silverado EV an excellent option for casual light-duty truck users and small families. If you don't need a heavy-duty workhorse but still want the convenience of a truck, this EV makes a strong case for itself.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7alqf6o000n357pfec0j1cj@published'}, {'data': {'text': "<strong>WHAT'S NEXT FOR CHEVROLET EVs?</strong><br />As impressed as I am with the Silverado EV, I can't help but wonder—will this be the last EV truck from Chevrolet? The automotive industry is evolving rapidly, and while Chevy has made a solid entry into the electric truck market, future advancements in battery technology and infrastructure will determine just how far this lineup can go. 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It's not built for hardcore work truck users. Still, it's a fantastic choice for small families, light-duty truck owners, and anyone looking to dip their toes into the world of EVs without sacrificing capability. With impressive range, thoughtful utility features, and a smooth ride, the Silverado EV is a compelling option for the modern truck buyer.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7alqfeq000p357psb2aay1i@published'}, {'data': {'text': '<em>Would I recommend it? Absolutely.</em>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7alqfgc000q357pcc3uj0gs@published'}, {'data': {'text': "<em>Would I buy it? 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