OKEMOS, Mich. -- Chevrolet has always taken pride in their toughest pick up truck, the Silverado. Recently, Chevrolet put the 2016 Silverado’s steel bed to the test. Chevrolet wanted to show consumers the strengths and benefits of a steel bed, opposed to an aluminum bed made by other competitor truck models. To test both pick up truck beds, Chevrolet dropped 825 pounds of landscaping blocks from the same distance on to the trucks. The results were clear. The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado’s steel truck bed held up much better than the competitor’s aluminum bed. Take a look below at the benefits of having a steel truck bed:
Steel bed formation. Chevy’s Silverado truck bed is made from a high strength steel alloy material. The steel bed is geometrically formed with a strategically roll-forming process that enhances the steel material strength of the bed.
Steel could withstand more joules of impact. During the testing the steel bed could withstand up to 90 joules of impact energy. The aluminum bed could only withstand 30 joules of impact energy. This proved that the steel bed could hold up more impact with any kind of job or obstacle it would be faced with during everyday use.
Minor impact after landscaping block test. When Chevrolet tested the truck beds during the landscaping block test, the Silverado’s steel bed resulted in having scratches and dents. The aluminum bed showed scratches, dents, and even small punctures after viewing the results.
Lesser impact after toolbox test. Chevrolet performed an additional toolbox test. They dropped a metal toolbox from the same position on the side of the truck beds. The aluminum truck bed saw sizable punctures and gouges. The steel bed showed only small or minor puncturing, nothing that would result in a major repair service.
By proving to consumers the benefit of their strong truck beds, Chevrolet put the 2016 Silverado’s steel bed to the test. After facing landscaping blocks and metal tool boxes, Chevrolet proved the Silverado is perfect for the everyday driver, and the heavy duty worker. If you want to get your hands on a new 2016 Chevrolet Silverado stop by Graff Chevrolet Okemos today. You will love the towing capabilities, the new technologies, and the premium interior of the newest Silverado model. Contact the sales team today and schedule your test drive!
At Graff Chevrolet Okemos we want you to not only have the toughest truck around, but we want your current vehicle to stay in top shape as well. Our Summer Car Care pages give you the best tips and recommendations for keeping your vehicle in the best condition during the summer months. We discuss fuel system, cooling and air conditioning system, and external light maintenance. We even give you advice and tips on cosmetic repairs and sun protection for your vehicle. To schedule your upcoming Summer Car Care maintenance appointment contact our Service technicians. They will have your car back on the road and ready for summer in no time.
Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with integrity and convenience, all close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you – simply call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!
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