Automotive News, Media & Press - Anyone see the new Chevy truck commercial?

I saw a part of it last night, its got some kid and a toyota and a guy with his full size chevy sayin hes got a v8 and still gets better gas mileage. I cant find it anywhere on the net.
I just thought it was cool, like the only chevy ad that seemed to stand out lately. Something different besides a car driving down the road followed by a red tag/employee pricing sale segment :eyes:

That new dodge truck kicks ass, and looks good doing it. Sad thing is I'm not a dodge fan. FORD = Fuckup Or Rebuilt Dodge

I just saw that comm. during the NFL game.It is Howie Long asking some kid what gas mileage he gets w/ his Toyota and the kid says 19 MPG and Howie say's v6 or v8 and the kid say's v6.

In the latest test covering full size trucks, 3 magazines say the Tundra gets better gas mileage than Chevy.

In the latest test covering full size trucks, 3 magazines say the Tundra gets better gas mileage than Chevy.

according to fueleconomy.gov

tundra
4X4 V8 5.7L gets 13/17
4X2 V8 5.7L gets 14/18
4X2 V6 4.9L gets 16/19


Silverado
4X4 V8 5.3L gets 14/20
4X4 V8 6.0L gets 13/18
4X4 V8 6.2L gets 12/19
4X2 V8 5.3L gets 15/21


Chevy OWNS mpg.

according to fueleconomy.gov

tundra
4X4 V8 5.7L gets 13/17
4X2 V8 5.7L gets 14/18
4X2 V6 4.9L gets 16/19


Silverado
4X4 V8 5.3L gets 14/20
4X4 V8 6.0L gets 13/18
4X4 V8 6.2L gets 12/19
4X2 V8 5.3L gets 15/21


Chevy OWNS mpg.

We can go by stats all you want. But in the real world, where test have been performed, they have lost.

In the latest test covering full size trucks, 3 magazines say the Tundra gets better gas mileage than Chevy.

when talking about the 6.2 i can believe that but not with the 5.3 my dad averages 19mpg with 50/50 city highway and thats real world results.

when talking about the 6.2 i can believe that but not with the 5.3 my dad averages 19mph with 50/50 city highway and thats real world results.

Some people on Tundrasolutions are getting 20-22 with their 5.7 liter. It's hard to make a comparison, without knowing the variables involved.

when talking about the 6.2 i can believe that but not with the 5.3 my dad averages 19mpg with 50/50 city highway and thats real world results.When equipped with the 6 speed automatic even the 6.2L (and 6.0L) versions deliver some stellar highway fuel economy. :nod:

When equipped with the 6 speed automatic even the 6.2L (and 6.0L) versions deliver some stellar highway fuel economy. :nod:

and now the 5.3 has a 6 speed so it should get a good boost in mpg aswell

Some people on Tundrasolutions are getting 20-22 with their 5.7 liter. It's hard to make a comparison, without knowing the variables involved.

yeah probably all highway driving going 65 the whole time, doubt it could get near that with any city driving.

and now the 5.3 has a 6 speed so it should get a good boost in mpg aswell:thumb:

The 5.3 gets good gas mileage, but it is pretty weak compared to the 6.0/6.2 and the 5.7 in the Tundra. 1-2mpg shouldn't be the deciding factor when buying an automobile anyway.

Theres also another new Chevy commercial where Howie makes fun of Fords new heesy tailgate step. Kinda funny.

I saw the one where they make fun of the Dodge truck's heated steering wheel. I thought it was pretty clever. All in all, I'm happy to FINALLY see some marketing coming from GM.

Some people on Tundrasolutions are getting 20-22 with their 5.7 liter. It's hard to make a comparison, without knowing the variables involved.

Sure they are. And your street glows and stickers add 3 mpg to your Honda...I mean Tundra.

I just saw the one when they campare the mini cooper to the escalade hybrid i thought that one was pretty funny.

The 5.3 gets good gas mileage, but it is pretty weak compared to the 6.0/6.2 and the 5.7 in the Tundra. 1-2mpg shouldn't be the deciding factor when buying an automobile anyway.

well most people dont need more towing capability than the 5.3 and the better mpg just makes it that much of a better buy

Some people on Tundrasolutions are getting 20-22 with their 5.7 liter. It's hard to make a comparison, without knowing the variables involved.

which is why you should go by the web site I referenced, because everything is tested the SAME WAY.

which is why you should go by the web site I referenced, because everything is tested the SAME WAY.

I read the new Motortrend and Trucktrend(I believe it was TT) and they stated differently. Why should I believe one over the other? Especially when multiple magazine are getting the same results.

Don't be a magazine racer, you are starting to wear thing again.

well most people dont need more towing capability than the 5.3 and the better mpg just makes it that much of a better buy

And most people that have F-bodies will never race, and most people that buy 4x4s never go offroad, and most people that buy SUVs would be better off with a minivan. That's not the point. There are those that want and need more power than the 5.3 offers.

Don't be a magazine racer, you are starting to wear thing again.

I'm not the only one posting from a magazine :eyes:! Secondly, what other resources do we have in order to make comparisons? Third, reviewing results from a mpg comparo, hardly constitutes as "magazine racer"!

How about manf ratings and the EPA. The EPA is not Bias.

And most people that have F-bodies will never race, and most people that buy 4x4s never go offroad, and most people that buy SUVs would be better off with a minivan. That's not the point. There are those that want and need more power than the 5.3 offers.

then they could buy the 6.2 if they want or need the power. all i was saying was that the 5.3 is a good all around engine that will fit most peoples needs.

We can go by stats all you want. But in the real world, where test have been performed, they have lost.

that and they the EPA says the LS1 Vette's were supposed to get 24-26 on the highway. i get 31-33 with a heads/cam/bolt on car. Go figure. My dad's '08 Silverado gets 20-21 and my 2000 Silverado gets 22-23 on highway but it's a 4.8 V8 and a 5 speed. It also gets run up pretty hard and needs a plugs and wires change.

then they could buy the 6.2 if they want or need the power. all i was saying was that the 5.3 is a good all around engine that will fit most peoples needs.

And all I was saying was that if people need/want more power than the 5.3, then they are going to get worse gas mileage. Whether it be with the Tundra's 5.7 or the GM offering's 6.0/6.2. You can't just say "well the Silverado gets better mileage than the Tundra" because of the 5.3, because they aren't comparable engines.

I love the one with the "man step", i lost it laughing.
-Joel

And most people that have F-bodies will never race, and most people that buy 4x4s never go offroad, and most people that buy SUVs would be better off with a minivan. That's not the point. There are those that want and need more power than the 5.3 offers.

Whats wrong with the 5.3? Its a great all around truck motor, I drove a 2008 silverado 4x4 through mountains, up and down curvy roads and to the beach here in the west coast and it responded beautifully.....it never felt underpowerd

As you can see GM has way more truck options than toyota by far

And all I was saying was that if people need/want more power than the 5.3, then they are going to get worse gas mileage. Whether it be with the Tundra's 5.7 or the GM offering's 6.0/6.2. You can't just say "well the Silverado gets better mileage than the Tundra" because of the 5.3, because they aren't comparable engines.

obviously if you want more power your going to have to suffer a little mpg but even compared to the toyota 4.7 the chevy 5.3/4.8 both beat it with hp and mpg.

the EPA says the LS1 Vette's were supposed to get 24-26 on the highway. i get 31-33 with a heads/cam/bolt on car. Go figure.:nod: My (mostly stock) LS2 Corvette has gotten over 31mpg on the highway (at 65mph or less), and it's an automatic no less. :burn:

Whats wrong with the 5.3? Its a great all around truck motor, I drove a 2008 silverado 4x4 through mountains, up and down curvy roads and to the beach here in the west coast and it responded beautifully.....it never felt underpowerd

As you can see GM has way more truck options than toyota by far
When did I say anything was wrong with the 5.3? It's a fine motor, but some people want more than 315hp in their 6,000lb truck. Those are the people that get the 6.0/6.2. Again with you putting words in my mouth.
obviously if you want more power your going to have to suffer a little mpg but even compared to the toyota 4.7 the chevy 5.3/4.8 both beat it with hp and mpg.

I agree, the 4.7 needs to be replaced/re-developed.

Here's a link to all five of the new commercials, toyota one is on the top

http://www.brandfreak.com/chevy-silverado-and-traverse-ads-2009.html

I say finally, GM bites back.

I find it pretty funny actually, except the people that replied

http://www.brandfreak.com/2009/01/howie-long-becomes-an-arrogant-ass-in-new-chevy-campaign.html?cid=145063856#comments

haha

When did I say anything was wrong with the 5.3? It's a fine motor, but some people want more than 315hp in their 6,000lb truck. Those are the people that get the 6.0/6.2. Again with you putting words in my mouth.


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Wtf? 6,000 pounds? you date alot of fat chics?

Well it was just a number I threw out there, but a Crew Cab 4x4 Silverado with the 5.3 weighs 5348lbs... 6,000lbs with a few people and their stuff in it ain't far off. Some people want more than 315hp for stuff like that.