Drivers who need additional cargo and hauling space can opt for the four-door, two-wheel-drive 2008 Chevy Silverado 1500 Work Truck with the Extended Cab and Long Box, which offers just over 70 cubic feet of floor space in the rear cargo bed, thanks to its 97.6-inch length (up from 69.3 inches for the short bed).

The Work Truck with the Extended Cab seats up to six passengers on its front split-bench and rear folding-bench seats. Antilock brakes, manual air conditioning, an illuminated entry system, two auxiliary power outlets, foldaway exterior mirrors, a tire pressure monitoring system, and a AM/FM audio system with an MP3 input jack all come standard on the 1500 Work Truck Extended Cab LB.

For its standard powerplant, the truck comes with a 195-horsepower, 4.3-liter Vortec V6 engine. Options include a 285-horsepower 4.8-liter V8 and a 315-horsepower, 5.3-liter V8, as well as a FlexFuel V8.

The engine links to a four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic designed for smooth, quiet shifting. The transmission includes a Tow/Haul mode, which enhances performance when pulling a trailer or hauling heavy loads.