Since its introduction in 1965, the Chevrolet Silverado has been very popular with both consumers and automotive industry analysts throughout the years. This line has been and still is available in a wide range of configurations, one of which is the light duty Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD pickup truck.

For those who do not have a need for 4 wheel drive capabilities, the 2WD Silverado is a working man's 2 wheel drive pickup truck. The 1500 is built to tow and transport cargo with ease while providing the driver and passengers with a comparatively smooth and quiet ride even when maneuvering through rugged terrain. Though fuel efficiency is seldom associated with any pickup truck with enough power to complete the tasks one would expect a truck to handle, the gas mileage in the 2WD is slightly greater than what can typically be achieved with the 4WD version.

A fundamental cornerstone of the success achieved by the Silverado 1500 has always been its strong, stiff boxed frame. This has been expertly enhanced over the years, resulting in the 2007 Silverado achieving a 230 percent stiffer frame than the previous generation. For the 2008 model year, the pickup utilizes hydro forming technology which allows for fewer welding points thus providing clean attachment points with better fit to the frame. This amazingly strong method of design results in an even sturdier and more efficient frame. Add to that six engine configurations, four transmission choices and a selection of three cab sizes and you can get an extremely personalized and highly functional 2008 Silverado no matter what your specific needs are.

A truck with the enormous physical and mechanical appeal of the Silverado 1500 does not go unnoticed by neighbors, co-workers, or the automotive industry. Some of the awards bestowed upon the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD include Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year Award for 1999 and North American Truck of the Year for 2007. In addition, it was named Car and Drivers Best Pickup Truck for three consecutive years - 2001, 2002 and 2003.