America's maximum extended range electric pickup truck can ease the work burdens and workflows of fleet operations, especially in the utility, construction, and service sectors.
GM estimates energy savings of $3,500 over five years when factoring in an average of 68 MPG for electric.
Chevrolet anticipates more upgrades and improvements as battery and charging technology evolve.
Originally posted on Automotive Fleet
The dashboard and first row offer compartments with ample deep storage space.
The frunk has 10.7 cubic feet of space.
As fleets confront more safety challenges and adopt the technology to meet them, the Silverado pickup belongs in the top tier of safety.
The combination of safety alerts, rear and side view mirrors with yellow lane change warning lights, 360-degree parking cameras, and side and rear window space together provides enough visual perception to give a driver confidence in maneuvering a large work pickup truck.
The soft roll up tonneau cover allows for a sleek flexibility and ease to loading and unloading cargo. When fully covered, it can serve as one spacious trunk.
The Silverado cargo bed features four 110-volt outlets which provide a max of 2 kw/h of power, and one 220v-volt outlet for 7.2 kw/h.
Overall visibility proves excellent, as you sit slightly higher than multiple SUVs.
All photos: Martin Romjue / Automotive Fleet
A back seat row makes enough room for entire work crew enroute to a job.
The Work Truck “Max” (8) has a starting MSRP of $76,295, which includes a $2,095 DFC. The cost of the full amenities truck tested for Automotive Fleet is $80,460.
All photos: Martin Romjue / Automotive Fleet
Among large fleets using the Silverado EV work truck are McKinstry, a construction and energy firm, and Southern California Edison, a major utility.
The cargo box contains 57.3 cubic feet of space.
