The All-New Colorado ZR2 Is Ready To Hit The Trails

Good news for Knoxville off-roading fanatics… the Colorado ZR2 will be here soon and we are more than ready to get behind the wheel! Featuring more technology than any other midsize pickup in its segment, this desert-ready performance truck will undoubtedly reset the bar for off-road trucks.

The ZR2 sports a much wider track and lifted suspension than the standard Colorado for better performance over rocks and other obstacles off-roaders are familiar with. The front and rear bumpers have been altered for better off-road clearance. Other exclusive features include an available diesel engine, front and rear locking differentials, and the Multimatic Dynamic Suspensions Spool Valve (DSSV) damper technology.

Mark Reuss, executive vice president, Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain states, “Our engineers have been incredibly successful developing Corvette and Camaro performance variants with broad performance envelopes. The ZR2 applies that same philosophy to off-road performance. You can go rock crawling Saturday, desert running on Sunday, and comfortably drive to work on Monday. This truck can do it all, and do it all well.”

Ready to put it to the test on the trails? Us too. It’ll be rolling into West Chevy soon, so be on the lookout!

2017 Colorado ZR2 Is Stepping Up In The Off-Roading Game

The new Colorado has been on sale for a few years now and has offered strong performance capabilities and solid sales for Chevrolet, even winning Motor Trend Truck of the Year. However, when compared to the Toyota Tacoma, some will say just a little something is missing- like its off-roading abilities. Chevy has apparently taken this into consideration, as they were caught testing a rougher and tougher version of the vehicle- something all Knoxville off-roaders will love.

At the Los Angeles Auto Show in 2014, Chevrolet revealed a Colorado ZR2 concept, proving that something was definitely in the works (although they insisted it was just a concept). These recent pictures have us thinking otherwise.

Although the front of the vehicle was heavily camouflaged, it seems as if a new bumper has been added, along with a pretty robust skid plate underneath. The wheel arches are certainly more aggressive and the overhangs have been reduced- to avoid any kind of scraping. Additional suspension upgrades are still unknown but historically, ZR2 suspension packages added lift and offered shocks, sway bars and much more.

As far as power goes, it’s expected that the Colorado ZR2 will be paired with the 3.6-liter V-6 gas or perhaps the 2.8-liter turbo-diesel engine.

Be on the lookout for the 2017 Chevy Colorado ZR2 the end of this year...we’ll keep you updated!

2016 Silverado Offers Outdoor-inspired Special Realtree Edition

Z71 crew cab models are available with Realtree logo and exterior camo graphics 

For the outdoor enthusiast, the new 2016 Silverado 1500 Realtree Edition will speak to your inner outdoorsman/outdoorswoman. Inspired by those hobbies and lifestyles, the extra features and decals showcase the Silverado’s ferocity and versatility even more.

Realtree lends its logo and styling to make this edition of the Silverado stand out from the rest of the crowd. As the world’s leading camouflage brand, the Silverado 1500 Realtree Edition is the latest in a decade-long partnership.

The 2016 Silverado 1500 LTZ Z71 crew cabs can be outfitted near Knoxville at West Chevrolet with the Realtree Edition extras. Exterior camo graphics and the Realtree logo are embroidered on the front headrests, and the Realtree camo logo and graphics are seen through the interior.

The unique features don’t stop there. Realtree Silveardos are also equipped with special blackout trim, black bow ties, off-road assist steps and black 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires.

“Working with the team at Chevrolet on this new Realtree Edition Silverado really brought home to me just how important the right truck is for outdoor enthusiasts,” Realtree Designer and President Bill Jordan said. “This truck has the perfect combination of features, comfort and safety — whether you’re driving around town, on the highway or off road.”

The new Realtree Silverados will be available for order at West Chevrolet near Knoxville in spring 2016. To reserve your Silverado Z71 Realtree edition in Alcoa or Knoxville, Tenn., contact West Chevrolet online or give us a call at 865-970-9378.

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