Chevy- Brand of the Year?

Chevrolet Sweeps Motortrend's Car and Truck of the Year Awards

In the eyes of Motortrend, one of the top automobile review magazines, Chevy is on fire.  The 2011 Silverado took home Motortrend's "Truck of the Year" while the electric Chevy Volt won "Car of the Year."

This is the first time a brand has won both awards since 2006.  

The Volt was praised for it's long range capability, one of the most important hurdles to making a proficient electric car.  The Silverado has earned near universal praise from Motortend and other automotive media outlets.  

"On the outside the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD appears to have been given a subtle makeover, but it's what's under the skin that makes this truck a winner," said Motor Trend Editor-in-Chief Angus MacKenzie. "Chevy engineers focused on three key areas - powertrain, frame, and suspension - to deliver a truck with significantly improved capability and more refinement."

The 2011 Silverado HD is capable of towing up to 21,700 pounds, or carrying 6,635 pounds of payload. The new Silverado HD also offers available confidence- and control-related features specifically for towing including electronic trailer sway control, hill start assist and smart exhaust brake system. 

Clearly, Chevrolet is on a roll.   So why not stop by West Herr Chevy in Orchard Park or Hamburg for a test drive?