2013 Trucks: Best Bets From the Big 3
Bruce W. Smith and Stuart Bourdon
December 18, 2012
With a renewed spirit permeating the nation, those who enjoy the outdoors and the freedom of the road are again enjoying weekend getaways and extended road trips with family and friends. Along with that renewed wanderlust may come the realization that the pickup you’ve been driving is probably more... Read more »
2012 Chevrolet Colorado Pickup
Ken Freund
October 3, 2011
For 2012 the Chevrolet Colorado midsize pickup is offered in three body styles; regular, extended and crew cab, plus three different trim levels. Crew cabs come equipped with 5-foot boxes, other models get a 6-foot box. Three engines are available to match your needs. A 2.9-liter four rated 185 horsepower... Read more »
2012 Chevrolet Express Vans
July 29, 2011
Full-sized vans are often overlooked by towing enthusiasts, but they offer good pulling power, long wheelbases for excellent stability and spacious interiors. Chevrolet’s rear-wheel drive Express vans, available in 1500, 2500 and 3500 versions, provide a rugged and roomy means for transporting... Read more »
Diesel Shootout
January 2, 2011
With GM and Ford coming onto the scene with new diesels last year, it was inevitable that a three-way match up with the Ram would naturally come to fruition. We couldn’t resist. We were able to come up with this trio of hot new products, featuring all the latest technology in 3/4-ton capacity, four-wheel-drive,... Read more »
Half-Ton Shootout
August 1, 2004
To celebrate yet another candle on our birthday-cake pyre, 63-year-old Trailer Life sent out party invitations. They read “Bring a half-ton, about 140-inch wheelbase, 2WD, with the biggest engine, shortest gears and towing package. We’ll supply the trailer.” Chevrolet RSVPed with a... Read more »
Chevy Avalanche & Wanderer 25′
January 3, 2004
The first thing you realize after hitching up nearly three tons of travel trailer to your tow vehicle is that the world really isn’t as flat as it seems. The second thing you realize is that enough horsepower and torque will straighten out any road. With a 5.3-liter Vortec V-8 bolted to the fully boxed... Read more »



















