Chevrolet has officially announced the commencement of production for the highly anticipated 2024 Silverado EV First Edition RST. This new addition to Chevy’s lineup promises increased driving range and payload capacity, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of electric trucks.
A Revolutionary Reimagining of a Classic
The 2024 Silverado EV represents a reimagining of Chevrolet’s best-selling nameplate, packed with the power and capability that Chevy Trucks are known for. Built on GM’s advanced Ultium Platform, this fully electric truck offers an impressive combination of performance, versatility, and advanced technology.
Key Specifications:
- Range: The Silverado EV boasts an EPA-estimated 450-mile range on a full charge for the 4WT model and a GM-estimated 440-mile range for the RST model.
- Power: The First Edition RST delivers up to 754 horsepower and more than 785 lb-ft of torque in its max power Wide Open Watts Mode, enabling a GM-estimated 0-60 mph time of less than 4.5 seconds.
- Charging: Both WT and RST models feature standard DC fast charging (up to 350kW), allowing approximately 100 miles of range to be added in just 10 minutes.
- Towing and Payload: The RST model offers up to 10,000 pounds of maximum trailering and up to 1,500 pounds of payload.
Advanced Features and Technologies
The Silverado EV is available in two configurations: the fully loaded First Edition RST and the fleet-oriented WT model. Both versions are equipped with a comprehensive suite of standard and available safety and convenience technologies.
First Edition RST Highlights:
- Four-Wheel Steer and Automatic Adaptive Air Suspension
- Multi-Flex Midgate and Multi-Flex Tailgate with Power Release
- 17-inch Diagonal LCD Freeform Infotainment Screen and 11-inch Diagonal Reconfigurable Driver Instrument Display
- Trailering-capable Super Cruise: The industry’s first true hands-free driver-assistance technology, allowing for hands-free driving on over 400,000 miles of compatible roads in the U.S. and Canada.
Performance and Capability
According to Scott Bell, vice president of Chevrolet, “Chevrolet has been building trucks for nearly 100 years and understands what customers want and need in a pickup. The Silverado EV RST has all the performance and capability of a traditional truck, plus all the benefits of electrification. It is an impressive and important addition to the Chevy truck franchise.”
The Silverado EV RST features independent front and rear suspensions, a new body architecture integrating the Ultium battery pack, and power transferred through an e4WD system. The Automatic Adaptive Air Suspension allows the vehicle to be raised or lowered by up to 2 inches for varied driving conditions.
Innovative Design and Functional Flexibility
Phil Zak, executive director of Chevrolet Design, highlighted the design freedom offered by the Ultium Platform: “We had no constraints when it came to designing the Silverado EV with dramatic style and flexible utility because we didn’t need to work around a traditional propulsion system.”
The Silverado EV is exclusively available in Crew Cab models, offering a spacious and comfortable interior. The second row is pushed rearward for additional passenger space, and customizable first-row storage maximizes functionality. The innovative eTrunk provides a lockable, weatherproof storage compartment in the front of the vehicle.
Production and Availability
The Silverado EV is assembled at GM’s Factory ZERO Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Center in Michigan, a facility repurposed with a $2.2-billion investment dedicated to EV production. The 2024 Silverado EV will be available in various trims, including:
- 4WT: With a 450-mile range on a full charge.
- 3WT: With a 393-mile range on a full charge.
- RST First Edition: With a GM-estimated 440-mile range and an MSRP of $94,500 + DFC.
Chevrolet is set to expand the Silverado EV lineup with additional trims, offering a variety of range options and capabilities to meet diverse customer needs. As Kathy Gillespie, Silverado EV chief engineer, stated, “The Silverado EV RST is a long-range, fast charging electric truck that does all the ‘truck things’ customers want and more.”
With the start of production, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST is poised to revolutionize the electric truck market, offering a compelling blend of performance, utility, and cutting-edge technology.
