A Dream Come True!

As I’ve told you before, I’m a truck girl.
Even before Chevy let me test drive their beautiful Silverado, I drove a truck daily.

I’ve always had a silly little dream….
I have always wanted a dog that would ride everywhere with me in my truck.
I know…. I know….
I TOLD you it was a silly dream.
But it’s MY dream so I can dream it!

Anyway.
I have always raised big dogs.
I mean Great Dane big.
Those don’t really fit the bill for a “ride everywhere with you” kinda dog.
So… I got one that would.
I got Otis, the Boston Terrier.
I was thrilled to finally have a dog who I could take on rides with me.
The problem is…
He HATES to ride with me in the truck.
I mean, Throw-up-all-over-the-seats-you-just-cleaned-hate,
Shake-like-a-little-embarrassing-whimpy-non Texas-dog kinda hate.
Takes-medication-from-the-vet-to-calm-his-nerves-before-a-ride kinda hate.
Otis hates Hates HATES riding anywhere in the truck with me.

We got the Silverado and the strangest thing happened!

Loading up from Dana Clover on Vimeo.

Yes… Otis goes EVERYWHERE with me!
There is no dog puke in the seats.
There is no frightened quivering.
He even hangs his head out the window!
I am in Shock!

The only thing I can figure is that this is a dog who has taste!
I’m not the only one in love with the Silverado and it’s XM Radio and I-Pod jack.

He must love the plush luxury interior as much as I do.

He must not shake because the Silverado has dual-climate controls so he can have his side of the truck set on a toasty 78 degrees while I enjoy a cool 72 degrees on my side!

Maybe he feels safer knowing that Mama doesn’t have to take her hands off the steering wheel when the phone rings because of the Silverados built-in Blue tooth capabilities.

Whatever the reason… Otis is Happy!
and yep…. My dream has come true!!

Unloading from Dana Clover on Vimeo.

The Silverado continues to exceed my expectations! Even when I’m not looking for it!
Thanks Chevy!

DISCLOSURE: The Chevy Weekend Warriors Program is sponsored by Houston Area Chevy Dealers who are providing me with a Chevy Silverado to drive for a month as I blog about my own experiences. I was also provided with gift cards to complete missions I take in the truck. These are my own honest opinions.

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More than a work truck!

I have spent alot of time telling you about how great the Chevy Silverado is as a work and play truck.
It's SO much more!
It can handle all of the work on the farm and it does it in STYLE!
Look!
More than a work truck! from Dana Clover on Vimeo.

The Silverado is a complete package for a girl like me.
A work-horse outside and luxury inside!
What more could you ask for?

DISCLOSURE: The Chevy Weekend Warriors Program is sponsored by Houston Area Chevy Dealers who are providing me with a Chevy Silverado to drive for a month as I blog about my own experiences. I was also provided with gift cards to complete missions I take in the truck. These are my own honest opinions.

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A Dream Come True!

As I’ve told you before, I’m a truck girl. Even before Chevy let me test drive their beautiful Silverado, I drove a truck daily.  I’ve always had a silly little dream….

I have always wanted a dog that would ride everywhere with me in my truck.
I know…. I know…. I TOLD you it was a silly dream. But it’s MY dream so I can dream it! 
Anyway. I have always raised big dogs. I mean Great Dane big. Those don’t really fit the bill for a “ride everywhere with you” kinda dog.
So… I got one that would. I got Otis, the Boston Terrier. I was thrilled to finally have a dog who I could take on rides with me.
The problem is…
He HATES to ride with me in the truck.
I mean, Throw-up-all-over-the-seats-you-just-cleaned-hate, Shake-like-a-little-embarrassing-whimpy-non Texas-dog kinda hate. Takes-medication-from-the-vet-to-calm-his-nerves-before-a-ride kinda hate. Otis hates Hates HATES riding anywhere in the truck with me. 
We got the Silverado and the strangest thing happened! 

Loading up from Dana Clover on Vimeo.

Yes… Otis goes EVERYWHERE with me! There is no dog puke in the seats. There is no frightened quivering. He even hangs his head out the window! I am in Shock! 

Unloading from Dana Clover on Vimeo.

The only thing I can figure is that this is a dog who has taste!
I’m not the only one in love with the Silverado and it’s XM Radio and I-Pod jack. 
He must love the plush luxury interior as much as I do. 
He must not shake because the Silverado has dual-climate controls so he can have his side of the truck set on a toasty 78 degrees while I enjoy a cool 72 degrees on my side! 
Maybe he feels safer knowing that Mama doesn’t have to take her hands off the steering wheel when the phone rings because of the Silverados built-in Blue tooth capabilities. 
Whatever the reason…
Otis is Happy! and yep…. My dream has come true!! 
The Silverado continues to exceed my expectations!
Even when I’m not looking for it! Thanks Chevy! 


DISCLOSURE: The Chevy Weekend Warriors Program is sponsored by Houston Area Chevy Dealers who are providing me with a Chevy Silverado to drive for a month as I blog about my own experiences. I was also provided with gift cards to complete missions I take in the truck. These are my own honest opinions.

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Silverado v/s Slippery Boat Ramp

This weekend the kids and I went to the lake.
I took the Silverado and pulled my jet ski.
It pulled like a dream!
But, the jet ski is light, so that really didn’t tell me much about it’s towing capabilities.
So, after I dropped the jet ski into the water, I decided to go pick up 0ur big pontoon boat.
((insert picture of pontoon boat here, and… It would be! If I had remembered to put a memory card into my fancy “big girl” camera! Ugh!))
Our pontoon boat is 24feet long and BIG.
I got the chance to test out the Tow/Haul mode, Chevy says it enhances performance while pulling a trailer or hauling heavy loads.
When activated, this feature modifies the automatic transmission shift schedule and helps reduce throttle pedal activity by the driver while traveling over rolling terrain.

I loved it!
Pulling that heavy and wide pontoon boat was just as effortless as pulling the tiny jet ski!
I didn’t have to give it a second thought!
Great job with this one Chevy!
When I got back to the lake, I carefully backed it into the boat launch….
This is where I get nervous…
I have visions of my truck being drug into the lake on the slippery sloping boat ramp.
Chevy thought of this too!
With their locking rear differential!

When rear-wheel slippage occurs at lower speeds, the available GM-segment exclusive automatic locking rear differential allows additional traction on snow, mud and ice, or even on a wet boat ramp.
I lowered that big ole boat into the water without a single moment of slippage!
Whew!
And…. it pulled it out like a dream too!
If you haul, drag, tow, or simply drive in Texas,
You’ve gotta try out the new Silverado!
DISCLOSURE: The Chevy Weekend Warriors Program is sponsored by Houston Area Chevy Dealers who are providing me with a Chevy Silverado to drive for a month as I blog about my own experiences. I was also provided with gift cards to complete missions I take in the truck. These are my own honest opinions.

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Silverado and 1800lbs of Hay

As you know, we live on a farm. On a farm there is always some work for a truck to do.
Yesterday, it was getting hay for the cows.
We buy our hay in 7 foot wide really Big bales which weigh 1500 ~ 2000 pounds.
I was a little worried about taking the pretty Silverado to do such heavy work.
I had to pick up the hay, then drive through down Houston for a TV appearance.
Driving through the horrific traffic with a load that large and heavy is NOT usually something I would look forward to!

But... Guess what? The Silverado carried that load as if there was nothing there!
The ride was as smooth as it was when the bed was empty!
The extra weight didn't effect the handling at all!

After the show, It was time to head back to the farm.
Then time to feed the hungry cows.
We were getting ready to unload it when I began to worry.
I mean... It's a nice truck and all..
But can it's light and easy to use tailgate handle the massive weight of this round bale?
Our other work truck's tailgate is SO much heavier and awkward to maneuver.
The cows were hungry...
The hay was already in the truck.
I had no choice!
The boys unloaded it....

1800lb hay bale from Dana Clover on Vimeo.

The tailgate did fine!
It didn't snap,
It didn't bend.
I was thrilled that a tailgate so light would still handle our work!

And... this isn't some light airy bale of hay!
My boys are strong.
My boys are big.
And they had trouble moving it!


heavy hay from Dana Clover on Vimeo.

I am so impressed with this truck.
It has the comforts of a car.
But works like a mule!
Great Job Chevy!!

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So Many Things....

The Chevy Silverado keeps exceeding my expectations.
Not only is it a beautiful truck, I mean LOOK at it! It's by far the prettiest working "farm truck" I've ever driven!

Sunday my youngest son and I were going to the Texans game,
Well, no self-respecting Texan would show up to a football game without their Team Gear!
So he and I loaded up in the Silverado and ran to Academy Sporting-good store.
We bought the place out of Texans T-shirts, hats, foam fingers, sunglasses, if it said TEXANS... we bought it.
Then we were off to do a little tailgating and to watch the game.

One thing I love about the Silverado is it's 20 inch tires that comes with the Texas Edition.
Driving in downtown Houston is not for the faint of heart!
These people drive CRAZY!
By the time I reach my destination, I'm usually ready for a beverage just to recover from the trip!
The Silverado is such a smooth ride.
Even in the horrific Houston traffic, I feel calm and relaxed when I get to where I'm going.

And.... In the Silverado, I sit high.
I can see what is ahead of me.
And, in the event of an accident, I feel safer being high...
I mean if I'm hit, I don't really want the bumper of a vehicle hitting my shoulder!

Oh! and did you know that The Chevy Silverado has breakaway engine mounts?
Yep... if it is in a bad front end collision, the motor mounts break and allow the motor to fall down.
That sounds MUCH better than the engine ending up on my lap!

Between the Silverado's ability to keep up with the work around the farm, and the comfortable ride, and the great safety features... I think I'm in Love!!

Next... I'll take you inside the truck..
Your not gonna believe it's a Big truck and not a luxury sedan!
Stay tuned!

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They Thought of Everything!

I've been lucky enough to have the Silverado for a week now.
There are many features that I like.
Today, I thought I'd share one that most people wouldn't even think to check before purchasing a truck.
The tailgate!
My husbands truck is nice, but the tailgate is SO heavy! If my hands are full, I have to set down whatever I'm holding just to raise or lower the tailgate!
While I appreciate then upper body work-out I get while dealing with the tailgate, It is a bother.

The tailgate on the Silverado is so light!
I can lower it and raise it with two fingers!

Light Tailgate! from Dana Clover on Vimeo.

And another thing?
The tailgate on the Silverado locks!
It uses the ignition key, so it's handy and always around.
This helps keep my kids out of it!
Nice touch!

Stay tuned as I find even more great things in the Silverado.
Tomorrow... we go inside!

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