US ARMY'S STEALTH OFFROADER

The physically imposing Chevrolet Colorado ZH₂, the most extreme off-road-capable fuel-cell-powered electric vehicle ever was revealed yesterday at the fall meeting of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA).

Standing more than 6½ feet tall and more than seven feet wide, the Colorado ZH₂ was built on a stretched midsize pickup chassis. It rides on 37-inch tires and a specially modified suspension that helps the vehicle climb over and descend all manner of terrain.

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VERSATILE ACCESSORIES PACKAGE FOR COLORADO

Chevrolet introduced the 2015 Colorado GearOn Special Edition, which blends the capability of the all-new midsize pickup truck with the versatility of the GearOn accessory system.

The Colorado GearOn Special Edition makes its public debut Feb. 13-22 at the Chicago Auto Show and goes on sale this spring. It’s offered on LT models in extended or crew cab configurations, with the long or short cargo bed and available 4WD.

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CHEVROLET INTRODUCES COLORADO ZR2 CONCEPT

Chevrolet introduced the Colorado ZR2 concept – a vision of how Chevrolet could take the all-new midsize truck’s off-road capability to the next level. It also showcases the new 2.8L Duramax diesel engine that will arrive in the Colorado lineup later next year. 

The aggressively styled concept builds on the capabilities of the production Colorado Z71 and advances the legacy of Chevrolet’s previous ZR2 production models. The new ZR2’s imposing stance is four inches wider than a production Colorado Z71, with features including new front and rear fascias, that drastically reduce front and rear overhang, designed to increase approach and departure angles when driving off road. They also feature integrated, flip-out aluminum tow hooks and the front fascia incorporates a built-in winch. The approach and departure angles are 30.7 and 22.7 degrees, respectively, versus the Z71’s 25/21 degrees. Ground clearance and rough terrain are handled with a two-inch lift and integral skid plates, while the wider track helps enhance stability in potentially unstable situations.

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CHEVROLET TAHOE READY FOR DUTY

Chevrolet announced a police patrol vehicle, or PPV, version of the all-new 2015 Tahoe. The Tahoe lineup will expand with the addition of an automatic 4WD pursuit vehicle to the existing 2WD pursuit and 4WD special service models.

The Tahoe PPV’s standard EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 offers more power, 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque and improved acceleration. The engine is mated to a Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission with a unique police-service calibration that supports pursuit performance. 

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SPECIALTY TRUCK FOR FIRST RESPONDERS

Chevrolet is using the 2014 Silverado full-size pickup to explore the extremes of preparedness with the Volunteer Firefighter and Black Ops concepts shown publicly for the first time Friday at the State Fair of Texas.

Chevrolet developed the Silverado Z71 Volunteer Firefighter concept truck, which honors the service of grassroots first responders, with input from the National Volunteer Fire Council. 

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FIVE STARS FOR GM TRUCKS

The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and High Country and the GMC Sierra and Sierra Denali 1500 are the first pickup trucks to receive the highest possible five-star Overall Vehicle Score for safety since the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration changed its New Car Assessment Program for the 2011 model year.

“Safety is as important to truck buyers as it is to car buyers,” said Gay Kent, GM general director of Vehicle Safety and Crashworthiness. “Silverado and Sierra set a benchmark for pickup truck safety by offering a full array of advanced features designed to protect occupants before, during and after a collision.” 

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TRAILBLAZER BREAKS COVER IN DUBAI

Chevrolet’s toughest, most- refined midsize sport utility vehicle, the TrailBlazer, made its globaldebut at the Dubai International Motor Show.

The robust seven-seat show vehicle previews Chevrolet’s latest SUV offering, which will be sold around the world, beginning with Thailand in early 2012, where it will be manufactured too. Developed in tandem with the all-new Chevrolet Colorado pickup, it shares the same architecture as its truck sibling, with a chassis tuned to combine heavy-duty off-road capability with refined city driving.

The show vehicle features an all-wheel-drive system and is powered by GM’s new 2.8-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine, which features a variable-geometry turbocharger for an optimal combination of performance and fuel economy.

Although this is a show vehicle, the overall design is faithful to the production version that will arrive in Chevrolet showrooms next year. It was created by the GM South America Design Center in São Caetano do Sul, Brazil, and shares a number of design cues with its sister vehicle, the Chevrolet Colorado.

Exterior highlights include a “body in-wheels out” design that delivers high approach and departure angles. Higher-mounted dual projector headlamps are positioned beneath the power dome. Also prominent is the contemporary dual-port grille while the integrated LED front and rear fog lamps provide a premium appearance.  

With a flowing instrument panel, integrated center stack, and signature Chevrolet dual cockpit design, the interior of the all-new TrailBlazer combines car-like characteristics with the boldness expected of a SUV. The seven-passenger interior offers intuitive three-row tumble and/or fold-flat seat versatility and best-in-class spaciousness in the third row. Contrasting trim used with the light-colored leather seating, mat dark wood trim accented with chrome, and dual-grained surfaces used on the upper and lower IP provide a premium feel. A number of storage compartments are located throughout the interior, including a covered center bin and a large, dual glovebox. Other features include a dual-zone, digital climate control system and the latest in infotainment technology.