Grand Island Chevrolet – How the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s Durabed and Multi-Flex Tailgate Make Everyday Jobs Easier around Ord, NE
If your routine blends worksite hauling, weekend projects, and occasional towing, the Silverado’s bed and tailgate are more than features — they are time-savers. Durabed combines roll-formed high-strength steel, best-in-class standard cargo volume at 89.1 cu. ft., and 12 standard tie-downs rated at 500 pounds per corner, giving you the space and strength to load with confidence. Add the available 120-volt bed outlet to power tools and a power-up/-down tailgate to keep your hands free when material is stacked, and you have a rolling workstation that is as practical on gravel as it is in a driveway. The available Multi-Flex Tailgate elevates that utility with six configurations: Primary Gate, Primary Gate Load Stop, Easy Access, Full-Width Step rated up to 375 lbs., Inner Gate Load Stop, and Inner Gate with Work Surface. Each function helps a different task — from preventing long lumber from sliding out to giving you a stable step into the bed — which makes loading safer and faster when time is tight around Ord, NE.
At Grand Island Chevrolet GMC, serving St. Paul, Central City, and Ord, we see how these solutions change daily routines. When you pair Durabed and Multi-Flex Tailgate with the Silverado’s trailering technology, jobs that used to take two people often become one-person, one-trip tasks. Up to 14 available camera views can simplify lining up a hitch, checking cargo, or navigating tight alleys. The in-vehicle Trailering App lets you create custom trailer profiles, run pre-departure checklists, test lights, and monitor miles and tire pressures on compatible setups. Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert adds awareness along the trailer’s length for multi-lane merges, and available HD Surround Vision can turn stress into certainty in crowded yards. Together, these systems help protect your equipment and schedule — and that peace of mind matters when your day is stacked back-to-back.
Durability and power matter too. The standard TurboMax™ engine brings best-in-class standard 430 lb.-ft. of torque for confident low-speed pull, while the available Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel delivers 305 horsepower and 495 lb.-ft. of torque for relaxed highway towing and impressive range. When properly equipped, Silverado offers up to 13,300 pounds of available towing capability — and those camera views and trailering systems help you use every pound more easily. Off pavement, available Autotrac® 2-speed transfer case, an automatic locking rear differential, skid plates, and the factory 2-inch lift on Trail Boss trims add the clearance and control to reach job sites, fields, or trailheads after a rain.
Inside, you are not choosing between work and comfort. An available 13.4-inch diagonal touch-screen, an available 12.3-inch diagonal Driver Information Center, and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ streamline your day. Available Google built-in adds Google Assistant for hands-free calls and climate changes and Google Maps for routing new addresses right to the center display. Long days feel shorter with available heated and ventilated front seats, a quiet cabin, and thoughtful storage solutions that keep tools and tech organized.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How does the Multi-Flex Tailgate help with solo loading tasks?
The six-function design lets you set a Primary Gate Load Stop to keep long boards in place, fold the inner gate for Easy Access to items near the cab, or deploy a Full-Width Step rated up to 375 lbs. for climbing in and out securely. The Inner Gate with Work Surface also turns the tailgate into a handy spot for a laptop, blueprints, or invoices.
Can Super Cruise® be used while towing?
Available Super Cruise® connected by OnStar® offers hands-free driver assistance on compatible roads and is available with trailering capability. Always review the Owner’s Manual for limitations and remain attentive, but the system can help reduce driver fatigue on long, straight routes.
What Silverado engine is best for frequent towing of a medium camper?
For a mix of power and efficiency, the available Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel is a standout thanks to 495 lb.-ft. of torque and a 10-speed automatic. If you prioritize maximum acceleration and grade-climbing muscle, the available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 pairs 420 horsepower with 460 lb.-ft. of torque and a 10-speed transmission for confident passing and merging with a trailer attached.
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