Tagged: 2008Automotive AwardsCanadaChevroletChevrolet SilveradoGMGM Canada Toronto, Ontario, Wednesday, February 13, 2008 ‘“ GM Canada was today honoured by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), which named the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado as its 2008 Truck of the Year. The recognition results from recent back-to-back driving evaluations of 59 new vehicles at the annual AJAC Test Fest evaluation - the foundation of the Canadian Car of the Year Awards (CCOTY) program.

Over 70 of Canada’s top automotive journalists judged this year’s competition, which aims to provide consumers with sound, comparative information on new vehicles. ‘њWe truly appreciate this vote of confidence from such a large body of Canada’s automotive experts,’ќ said Marc Comeau, GM of Canada’s vice president, sales service and marketing.

‘њGM’s goal is to provide customers with cars and trucks that offer leading designs and fuel-efficient technologies, with eye-catching style and an overall level of perceived quality typical of more expensive vehicles. This award tells us we’re delivering on that goal.’ќ The Chevrolet Silverado extends GM’s decades-long legacy of sales leadership in full-size pickups, with a segment-best combination of fuel efficiency and capability that has seen sales continue to climb since its Canadian launch.

The Silverado’s leading platform supports a smoother ride and confident handling. A lineup of powerful small-block V-8 engines complements the stronger chassis to deliver the light-duty segment’s highest-rated towing capacity (4,763 kg / 10,500 pounds) and horsepower (367 hp / 274 kW), with a maximum payload capacity of 980 kg (2,160 pounds). There are three cab styles - regular, extended and crew cab - and three cargo box lengths.