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2009 Chevy Silverado ' GMC Sierra 1500

GM adds a fuel-saving six-speed transmission to its Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickups equipped with 5.3-liter, 6.0-liter and 6.2-liter V-8 engines.

• 6.2-liter V-8 with variable valve timing and E85 capability also offered on crew cab models
• XFE (Xtra Fuel Economy) models feature a lowered suspension, extended front lower air dam, soft tonneau cover, aluminum lower control arms, aluminum spare wheel, 17-in. aluminum wheels, automatic locking rear differential and low rolling resistance tires.
• Silverado hybrid model promises a 25% improvement in overall fuel economy, while offering a 6,100-lb. towing capacity

GMC Commercial Vehicles

2009 Dodge Ram 1500

The 2009 Ram 1500 is available with a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with a fuel-saving Multiple Displacement System (MDS) and Variable Valve Timing (VVT) that delivers 390 hp and 407 lb.-ft. of torque.

• Also available with E85 flexible fuel 4.7-liter V-8 rated at 310 hp and 330 lb.-ft. of torque or 3.7-liter V-6 rated at 215 hp and 235 lb.-ft. of torque
• Comes with four- and five-speed automatic transmissions, part-time and on-demand four-wheel-drive transfer cases and 3.21, 3.55, 3.92 and 4.10 axle ratios
• Multi-link coil spring rear suspension provides improved ride and handling without sacrificing payload and towing capability
• RamBox cargo management system features storage compartments integrated into both fender sides

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2009 Ford F-150

The 2009 F-150 is built on a fully boxed frame constructed with hydroformed and high-strength steel side rails, providing 10% more rigidity and delivering additional payload and towing capacity.