The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV arrives as a genuinely disruptive pickup — not simply electrified, but fundamentally rethought around torque delivery, chassis control, and real-world usability. For drivers in Bakersfield, CA, it blends long-range capability with the sort of instant response and composure that combustion trucks simply can’t match.
Instant Torque, Real Truck Capability
Electric torque defines how the Silverado EV moves. The dual-motor AWD system delivers immediate thrust at any speed, giving the truck a planted, controlled feel whether climbing grades or pulling load.
Engage Wide Open Watts and output climbs to 760 hp and 775 lbs. ft. of torque, enough to move a full-size pickup from 0–60 mph in under 4.5 seconds. The sensation is less about drama and more about relentless shove — smooth, linear, and surprisingly precise for something this substantial.
Range remains a core strength. Up to 478 miles allows Bakersfield drivers to cover long Central Valley distances or job-site runs without constant charging strategy.
Technology That Enhances the Drive
Inside, Silverado EV adopts a clean, high-information cockpit centered on a 17.7-inch diagonal infotainment display paired with an 11-inch driver screen. Layout and graphics prioritize clarity over novelty, keeping key data readable in motion.
Super Cruise® extends the truck’s capability on highway runs, enabling hands-free driving even while towing on compatible roads. It transforms long interstate stretches into something calmer and less fatiguing — a meaningful advantage in a truck built for distance.
The myChevrolet app integrates route planning and charging location support, simplifying range management across California travel.
Packaging Innovation: Utility Reimagined
GM’s EV architecture enables packaging solutions traditional trucks can’t match. The Multi-Flex Midgate™ opens the cabin-to-bed boundary, allowing cargo lengths up to 10 ft. 10 in. without sacrificing passenger space.
The sealed eTrunk adds 10.7 cu. ft. of secure front storage — ideal for tools, charging gear, or valuables that benefit from separation from the bed. Together, these elements reshape how a pickup carries and organizes load.
Trail Boss models introduce genuine off-road geometry with a 2-inch lift, all-terrain tires, and Sidewinder four-wheel steering that enables diagonal movement through tight terrain. The effect is remarkable maneuverability for a full-size truck footprint.
Stability, Steering, and Safety
Four-wheel steering doesn’t just tighten turning radius — it stabilizes the truck at speed and under load, giving Silverado EV an unexpectedly controlled feel in confined spaces or during towing maneuvers.
Chevy Safety Assist remains standard, bringing Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, and Lane Keep Assist into daily operation. These systems operate unobtrusively, supporting rather than interrupting the driving experience.
With up to 12,500 lbs. of towing capacity, Silverado EV retains the core requirement of a serious pickup while adding EV refinement and control advantages.
Experience the Silverado EV at Three-Way Chevrolet
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV merges electric propulsion with authentic truck capability — long range, real towing strength, and packaging innovation that changes how a pickup works day to day.
Visit Three-Way Chevrolet in Bakersfield, CA to explore trims, capability features, and charging options in person, and see how Silverado EV reshapes expectations of what a full-size truck can be.
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