Chevrolet, explained by Otto

Otto’s published explanations of Chevrolet: brand history, model lineups, legendary cars, 10 iconic cars, engines & drivetrains.

Brand History
The History of Chevrolet
How Billy Durant and Louis Chevrolet founded Chevrolet in 1911, how it became part of General Motors, and how it grew into one of the world's largest car brands.
Model Lineups
Chevrolet Model Lineup Explained
Chevrolet’s range and names explained: SUVs, Silverado LD and HD, electric models, Corvette generations C1 to C8, and what Z71, SS, Z06, ZR1 and X mean.
Legendary Cars
The Legendary Cars That Defined Chevrolet
Seven cars that changed Chevrolet, from the cheap Chevrolets that won back General Motors to the Suburban, Corvette, small-block pickups, Chevette and Bolt.
10 Iconic Cars
10 Iconic Cars From Chevrolet
Otto’s ten iconic Chevrolets, from the 1957 Bel Air, Impala and Corvair to the Sting Ray, Camaro, Chevelle SS, Caprice, Tahoe and mid-engined Corvette.
Engines & Drivetrains
Iconic Chevrolet Engines & Drivetrains
Chevrolet engines explained, from the Stovebolt Six and the small-block V8 to the big blocks, the Gemini LT6 and LT7, Duramax diesels, gearboxes and eAWD.

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