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CHEVROLET

America's highest-volume car brand for over a century. Home to the Silverado (perennial top-3 best-seller), the Corvette (America's sports car since 1953), and the longest-running US nameplate — the Suburban, in continuous production since 1935.

~$187B
GM Revenue FY2024
2.3M+
US Deliveries / Year
9
US Models Active 2026
1911
Year Founded
Founded1911
HQDetroit, Michigan
ParentGeneral Motors
StockNYSE: GM
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Brand Overview

Find New Roads. Founded November 3, 1911, by Louis Chevrolet and William C. Durant in Detroit. Chevrolet is General Motors' highest-volume brand and the dominant revenue driver across GM's US portfolio. The Silverado has consistently ranked in the top-2 or top-3 best-selling vehicles in the US alongside the Ford F-Series.

Parent / Ownership: General Motors (NYSE: GM). HQ: Detroit, Michigan. Founded: 1911. Key Plants: Fort Wayne, IN (Silverado); Arlington, TX (Tahoe/Suburban); Spring Hill, TN (Equinox EV). Chevrolet outsells every other GM brand by a wide margin in the US market.

The EV transition is underway with the Equinox EV as the entry point — the most affordable US-brand electric SUV at ~$34,995. All 2025+ Chevrolet vehicles use NACS connectors. The Silverado EV is in production for fleet customers with consumer sales expanding.

~$187B
GM Revenue FY2024
2.3M+
US Deliveries/Year
9
US Models Active
1911
Founded
Warranty Summary

3 years / 36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper. 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain. Equinox EV and other EV models: 8 years / 100,000 miles battery. Verify at chevrolet.com.

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Reliability

Chevrolet reliability varies significantly by model. The Silverado 5.3L V8 and Tahoe/Suburban powertrains are long-proven. The Corvette C8 has had minor electronic bugs but strong mechanical reliability. GM's Infotainment 3 system has been a recurring concern across the lineup, though software updates have improved it substantially. EV models (Equinox EV, Silverado EV) are too new for long-term data.

Model / YearCR ReliabilityPowertrainBuild QualityPrimary Concerns
Silverado 5.3L V8 Strong Strong Proven over decades of production
Tahoe / Suburban Strong Strong Long-term reliability leader
Corvette C8 Mixed Strong Electronic bugs on launch builds
Colorado (2023+) Mixed Mixed New platform — early data improving
Equinox EV (2024+) Too new Too new Insufficient longitudinal data
Trax (2024+) Mixed Mixed Known infotainment concerns
CR = Consumer Reports predicted reliability. Sources: Consumer Reports, J.D. Power VDS. Always verify with current data at consumerreports.org and jdpower.com before purchasing.
Research Before Buying

Consult Consumer Reports, J.D. Power, NHTSA safety ratings, and IIHS for the specific model year you are considering.

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Recalls

NHTSA · 2024 · ~140,000 Trucks
Seat Belt Pretensioner — Silverado & Sierra
Certain 2023–2024 full-size trucks. Seat belt pretensioner may not deploy correctly in a crash. Physical repair required at dealer.
Physical Repair Required
NHTSA · 2024 · ~5,000 Equinox EV
Loss of Drive Power — Equinox EV
Software issue may cause temporary loss of drive power. OTA update deployed. Confirm software version in MyChevy app.
OTA Update — Verify App
Always Verify Your VIN

Check all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls using your 17-digit VIN. New recalls are issued regularly — always verify before purchasing a used vehicle.

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Recent Updates

2026
Equinox EV — Best Value US EV
At ~$34,995 with NACS and 319 mi EPA, the Equinox EV is the most competitively priced American-brand electric SUV in 2026.
2026
Silverado EV Fleet Expanding
Consumer Silverado EV deliveries expanding in 2026. WT trim from ~$59,995; RST and Trail Boss available. Ultium platform proven.
2025
Corvette E-Ray Continues
E-Ray hybrid AWD Corvette (655 hp, ~$113K) continues as the fastest all-weather Corvette ever made — 2.5s 0-60 with torque-fill electric.
2025
Colorado ZR2 Bison
Extreme off-road Colorado ZR2 Bison edition with American Expedition Vehicles hardware continues for 2025/2026 model years.
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Chevrolet vs. Competitors

Editorial comparison as of March 2026. Data from manufacturer specifications, EPA fueleconomy.gov, and third-party test sources. Verify all figures at manufacturer websites before purchasing.

Brand / VehicleBase PriceRange / Fuel0-60Max TowChargingReliability
Chevy Silverado ~$38,195 600 mi+ (gas) 5.5s (ZR2) 13,300 lb Gas Strong
Ford F-150 ~$35,810 700 mi+ (gas) 5.0s (Raptor R) 14,000 lb Gas / Hybrid Strong
RAM 1500 ~$38,095 600 mi+ (gas) 3.5s (TRX) 12,750 lb Gas Strong
GMC Sierra ~$39,395 600 mi+ (gas) 5.5s (AT4X) 13,200 lb Gas Strong
Chevy Equinox EV ~$34,995 319 mi (EPA) 5.8s N/A NACS Electric Too new
*Prices, specs, and range from manufacturer or EPA data March 2026. Verify at manufacturer website. Reliability ratings from Consumer Reports and J.D. Power — verify current ratings before purchasing.
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Buying Tips 2026

Silverado negotiates well — dealers carry large inventory and GM frequently offers 0% financing or cashback. Avoid early production model years on new platforms (Colorado 2023, Equinox EV 2024). The Trax is outstanding value but check trim carefully — only higher trims include the best safety tech. Corvette demand stays strong; expect ADM (above-dealer-markup) on popular trims. The Equinox EV qualifies for $7,500 federal tax credit (verify at fueleconomy.gov).

Before You Buy — Checklist

1. Verify current pricing at manufacturer website (prices change frequently). 2. Check all open NHTSA recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls using the VIN. 3. Confirm any EV/PHEV tax credit eligibility at fueleconomy.gov/feg/taxcenter.do. 4. Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent certified shop for used vehicles. 5. Compare Consumer Reports and J.D. Power data for your specific model year.

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FAQ

What is the most affordable 2026 Chevrolet?
The Trax is Chevrolet's most affordable model, starting at ~$20,995 base MSRP. It is a subcompact crossover with a 1.2L turbocharged engine. The Equinox EV starts at ~$34,995 and is the most affordable US-brand electric SUV.
How long has the Suburban been in production?
The Chevrolet Suburban has been in continuous production since 1935 — making it the longest-running production nameplate in US automotive history. It is now in its 13th generation.
Does Chevrolet make electric vehicles?
Yes. The Equinox EV (from ~$34,995, 319 mi EPA), Blazer EV (from ~$45,995), and Silverado EV (from ~$59,995 fleet) are in active production. All use the Ultium battery platform and NACS connectors (2025+).
What is the Corvette C8's 0-60 time?
The standard Corvette C8 Stingray (495 hp, ~$69,995) does 0-60 in approximately 2.9 seconds. The Z06 (670 hp flat-plane V8, ~$110K) does it in 2.6 seconds. The E-Ray hybrid AWD does it in 2.5 seconds. The Corvette ZR1 (1,064 hp supercharged, 2025+) is the fastest.
Who makes General Motors?
General Motors (NYSE: GM) is the parent company of Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, and GMC in the US market. GM is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, and is a publicly traded American corporation. It does not have a majority foreign owner.
Sources
  • Chevrolet pricing — chevrolet.com (March 2026)
  • GM FY2024 Annual Report — gm.com/investors
  • NHTSA recall data — nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • EPA fuel economy — fueleconomy.gov

AmericanCarBrands.com is independent editorial research — not affiliated with Chevrolet or its parent company. All brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Pricing, specs, and information as of March 2026 — verify at manufacturer website before purchasing.