The 9 Trims of Christmas: The 2024 Chevy Silverado’s Wish List + Resolution Solution

The Chevy Silverado 1500 is one of those vehicles here at Jim Butler Chevy of St Louis that commands positive attention in any setting! It has long been known for durability, grit, and possessing all the traits a perfect holiday gift could ask for. The lineup boasts a max available towing of 13,300 pounds and a max available torque of 495 lb-ft. This all depends on the options and trim that you opt for, and so we wanted to provide an informative guide of what is included at each level.

The WT Trim offers OnStar and wireless AppleCarPlay and Android Auto capability now as standard. You’ll be conquering your to-do list with an optional automatic locking rear axle, along with a TurboMax engine with 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque. There are also the sleigh-ride compatible options of the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8, 10-speed automatic transmission, and trailering package.

The Custom trim allows you to step up to the productivity-boosting trailering package as standard, along with the optional Blackout Appearance package and an automatic locking rear axle. The standard powertrain is the TurboMax, along with 8-speed automatic transmission for shifting duties. 

The Custom Trail Boss comes equipped standard with an automatic locking rear axle, and the decadent darkening of the Optional Blackout Appearance. Conquering the daily workload will be a snap with the turbo Max engine and eight-speed automatic transmission. Other available options are the brawny 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 engine, the 3.0L Duramax TurboDiesel, and the 10-speed automatic transmission. No matter how big the tree, livestock, or toys you’re hauling, you’ll also benefit from the trailering package. 

The LT boosts the fun entertainment and navigation factor with a standard 13.4-inch diagonal horizontal infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. The power source is the TurboMax engine, along with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The LT can be optioned with the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8, the 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel, the 10-speed automatic transmission, and the stealth appearance of the Blackout Package.

The RST keeps the high-tech goods in hefty supply with the same standard 13.4-inch diagonal horizontal infotainment touch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. The TurboMax engine is the standard power source, while also boasting the available options of the 5.3-liter EcoTec V8, the 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8, or the 3.0-liter Duramax TurboDiesel. This trim allows you to work hard and play harder while holding down the robust maximum towing capacity of 11,200 lbs. 

The LT Trail Boss still holds down the fort with the 13.4-inch diagonal horizontal infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, as well as Google Built-in. Other standard equipment is the turbo Max engine, 8-speed automatic transmission, and capable trailing package in the trusty automatic locking rear axle. Shifts are executed courtesy of the 10-speed automatic transmission with electronic precision shift, and the Z71 off-road package offers class-leading clearance with the 2-inch factory suspension lift. Also present in the LT Trail Boss’s arsenal are the Autotrac two-speed transfer case and Blackout Appearance package.

The ZR2 now comes standard with Duramax 3.0-Liter Turbodiesel, avidly cranking out 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque. Shifts are designated by the 10-speed automatic transmission with electronic precision shift, along with front and rear e-lockers. Also included as standard are the 13.4-inch diagonal horizontal infotainment touchscreen, and Google built-in capability. You can also beef up the New Year’s exploration and off-road output with the optional 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8. 

The LTZ sets you up with the standard 5.5-liter EcoTec V8, cranking out 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. Entertainment and navigation are handled with the 13.4-inch diagonal horizontal infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with Google Built-in compatibility. Galloping successfully through gift-securing duty will be a snap with the 6.2-Liter EcoTec3 V8, or 3.0-L Duramax Turbo Diesel. 

The High Country is patiently waiting on deck to give you the top shelf and high-octane Silverado 1500 experience. It now comes with standard adaptive cruise control, and Super Cruise driver assistance technology with trailering is available on the Midnight Edition. This darkened-out demeanor also includes new power-retractable assist steps in black with LED lighting. The 13.4-inch diagonal horizontal infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability is included, along with the extra engine option of the 3.0-liter DuraMax turbodiesel.

Deck-The-Halls Dominator & Wallet-Friendly Warrior: The 2024 Chevy Trailblazer Unveiled

Roomy seating, abundant cargo space, and light off-road capability are traits that customers are as keen on as a side of delicious Cranberry sauce with turkey this fall here at Jim Butler Chevy of St Louis! For a very snazzy subcompact, the Chevy Trailblazer boasts a quite roomy interior and a pumpkin-pie-worthy allocation of modern style. Front-wheel-drive models use a continuously variable automatic transmission, while all-wheel-drive models feature the 1.3-liter 3-cylinder paired with a 9-speed automatic. 

The 2024 model boasts a mid-cycle update that features a completely revised front end, new wheel designs, and two new exterior hues to choose from. A high-definition rear camera and cruise control now come standard across the lineup, along with some excellent new features inside to make the holiday drive worthy enough to double-check your wish list! Despite its compact appearance, the cabin has a quite generous amount of passenger room. The rear seat is more than enough space for last-minute gift-wrapping duty, with over 38 inches of headroom and 39 inches of legroom. 

The entry-level Trailblazer LS is prepped for the light-spotting and yuletide of the coming season with manually adjustable front seats, and the Convenience package offers an 8-way power driver’s seat with 2-way lumbar. The Active and RS trims now gain heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a very convenient rear seat folding center armrest. The need for large screens has been very pressing as of late since drivers have taken to expecting current models’ interiors to rival what they would enjoy at home. There’s also a standard customizable 8-inch digital instrument cluster and push-button start, along with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

All trims will be a roving and sweet productivity hub, thanks to Wi-Fi hotspot capability, and there’s a poised-and-ready pair of USB chargers right up front. Nicely colored trim and chrome accents add a great-looking aesthetic to higher trim levels, and the dash design brings attention to the modern digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen. Stepping up to the Activ and RS trims offer faux leather to spruce things up to a higher-end aesthetic. The RS also adds red stitched accents and a flashier flat-bottom steering wheel. 

If full-on escaping the coming winter landscape happens to be your thing, you can even accommodate long items such as a surfboard after the front passenger seat is folded flat. The Edmunds.com auto review team claimed that their ideal and holiday-ready version of the Trailblazer is the LT trim, which adds tinted windows, keyless entry, and heated side mirrors. They recommended the all-wheel-drive version since it is paired with the more capable powertrain. One satisfied owner right here in Missouri claimed that she has been delighted with her “fuel efficient, peppy vehicle that handles like a fun baby Camaro!”

The Carbuzz.com staff gave high marks for the Trailblazer’s interior, with its new dashboard design to accommodate the larger new screens. Thanks to a 7.5-inch ground clearance’s greater height than a regular sedan, the step-in provides simple access to the cabin. This review team also was very adamant about the legroom that is much more spacious than astute rivals such as the VW Taos and Honda HR-V. A seven-speaker Bose audio system is optional on the top two trims, while the base-level LS still features power accessories, keyless entry, a compass display, cruise control, an 8-inch digital gauge cluster, and a flat-folding front passenger seat.

Breaking Down the Versatile Brilliance of the 2023 Chevy Tahoe

 

We can confirm here at Jim Butler Chevy of St Louis that vehicles that can truly “do everything” have been an American tradition since the days of the all-out muscle car wars! This was when automakers began putting their beefiest V8s in everyday sedans, meaning you could engage as a daily driver all week, then strut your stuff at stoplights on the weekends. Today the SUV is much like the sedan in the 1950’s age of prosperity, as it is the main and accessible form of transportation for Americans. 

With the Tahoe’s seven or 8-passenger seating options and very capable V8, you can now take the entire family along with a few close friends, on a journey with top-notch style and comfort. The 2023 Tahoe is part of the 5th generation of the nameplate that began in 2021, with deep roots that span nearly a century to 1935. The RST Performance Edition primes you for the pavement with more than a dozen powertrain, chassis and suspension upgrades. The current 6.2-liter V8 offers up to 433 horsepower and 467 lb-ft of torque, along with a very awesome cat-back performance exhaust and Chevy Performance air intake system. 

The setup is also graced with some new very special wheels and tires, a high-performance suspension, and very heavy-duty brakes along with enhanced safety features. Just as baseball games and backyard barbecues are, the Tahoe’s cabin is quite monstrous, and the seats are BarcaLounger soft to provide the best in comfort for all body types. The 2023 Tahoe comes with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, along with a very cool 15-inch diagonal multicolor head-up display, and a 10.2-inch infotainment display with Google directly built in. 

One very pleasant detail for those who love everything about the era that will soon be bygone is the excellent-sounding 6.2-liter V8 immediately after it is fired up. Even with the noticeable bulk of the Tahoe, this segment-leading engine does an excellent job of making things feel properly jumpy on acceleration. The 10-speed automatic transmission hums along nicely at 1,300 rpm if the throttle isn’t floored with ample elbow grease! As the Tahoe’s relatives in the form of the GMC Yukon and Suburban have been best sellers, many St Louis drivers recognize that they are wildly popular for good reason.

The U.S.News auto review team was impressed with the 2023 Tahoe’s “massive cargo area, loads of passenger space, and excellent fuel economy.” Whether you are tasked with hauling the entire soccer team or a week's worth of adventure camping gear, there's all sorts of excellent space for passengers and needed cargo. The Tahoe’s sense of practicality and long list of excellent features should please most drivers who are looking for an excellent SUV to complete the festive holiday hauls of the season.

This review team recommended the upgrade to the LT trim, allowing you to take full advantage of the V8 and instrument cluster screens. Leather upholstery adorns the LT’s interior, and this trim is also equipped with wireless device charging and the incredibly useful hands-free power liftgate. The optional Luxury Package adds heated second-row outboard seats, power-folding second and third-row seats, a surround-view camera system, and rear pedestrian detection. The Motor Trend team enthusiastically claimed that with its aggressive approach and departure angles, the 2023 Tahoe sports extreme versatility that is ideal for your next wilderness family adventure!

Z51 Power Unleashed: The 2024 Chevy Corvette's Reign as the Quintessential Sports Car

As we think about traits that result in the “Quintessential American sports car” here at Jim Butler Chevy of St Louis, the Corvette comes to mind for so many track-capable reasons! Fiercely positioned to take on the likes of the Porsche 911, 718, and Nissan GT-R, it is known for being blisteringly dominating on the track, yet comfortable enough to fulfill duties as a daily driver. The Corvette boasts its first hybrid model this year, which is also the first in the line with all-wheel drive. 

This marvelous “E-Ray” delivers performance that rivals the current king of the lineup in the form of the Z06 and uses the Stingray’s 495-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 paired with a 160-horsepower electric motor up front. This results in a thoroughly enjoyable and staggering 655 horsepower, along with the sweet stance helped along by the 3.6-inch wider body and wider tires that come with it. This year’s model adds automatic emergency braking, active lane control, rear parking sensors, and a rear camera mirror, along with blind-spot monitors. 

One glance sweeps over you nicely with the exotic mid-engine supercar persona, and we love how there are noticeable cues visible from the Corvette’s past. With a pointed nose that is distinctive and very sleek, this model looks consistently ready to pounce and superbly elegant. Inside are just two seats fully decked out in leather, a control panel that runs directly through the cockpit, and an arsenal of excellent-looking and premium materials. The mid-engine design leaves the Corvette with quite a bit more storage and the benefit of hefty yet precise V8 power.

The Base Stingray makes 490 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque and cranks out 495 horsepower after the addition of the optional performance exhaust. An 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transaxle handles shift duty for all versions, and the Z06 scorches brilliantly out of the gates with a 5.5-liter flat-plane crank V8. Drivers enjoy much sharper responses enabled by firmer suspension settings, a wide body, and wide and mark-meeting very sticky tires. Situating the weight directly over the rear wheels renders the C8 Corvette much quicker than the generation before it, with 0-60 mph times that are between 2.9-2.5 seconds. 

Expert drivers worldwide have been thrilled with the handling quality this arrangement provides, with very communicative steering, agile motion, legendary braking, and notorious grip even if choosing to roll on the available all-season tires. Base-level Stingrays are now turned into track cars after the addition of the Z51 Performance Package, with the Z06 and E-Ray coming gift-wrapped with track-ready chops directly out of the box. Standard equipment on the Stingray includes eight-way power adjustable sport seats, an 8.0-inch infotainment touch screen, a 12.0-inch digital instrument cluster, satellite radio, wireless Apple CarPlay, and a 10-speaker Bose audio system. 

Proudly made by the hard-working men and women at the Bowling Green, KY plant, this Corvette has thoroughly won over many industry leaders and experts with its very purpose-built cockpit and supercar exterior. The nose has plenty of very efficient cooling ducts, and we love the pointed look that the Corvette has enjoyed for so many years. Carrying 60% of its weight in the rear, the Corvette’s wide rear tires and the well-tuned front equips it with phenomenal balance and grippy cornering. The new Vette’s wide cabin angles the controls toward the driver and provides a very forward view: enjoying a masterpiece such as this is going to take much more everyday effort than just an initial heart-pounding test drive!