Silverado EV Proves Capable Towing Companion for RV Trips

Real-world testing shows the all-electric pickup can handle medium-sized travel trailers with ease.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Jennifer Sensiba, a CleanTechnica contributor, recently put the 2025 Silverado EV LT Extended Range to the test by towing a 24-foot travel trailer on a 130-mile round trip. Despite initial concerns about EV towing, the Silverado EV performed admirably, providing excellent stability, power, and range for the task at hand.

Why it matters

As more consumers consider electric vehicles for their towing and hauling needs, real-world data on EV towing capabilities is crucial. Sensiba's experience demonstrates that the Silverado EV can be a capable and practical choice for those looking to take their RVs on the road, addressing range anxiety and other common EV towing concerns.

The details

Sensiba began by properly setting up the trailer hitch and verifying the weight distribution, finding the Silverado EV's suspension handled the load well without the need for a weight distribution hitch. On the highway, the truck's stability and power impressed, easily handling steep grades and passing maneuvers. While the Silverado EV's range was lower than an equivalent gas-powered truck, Sensiba's testing showed it would still be capable of supporting typical RV travel plans with strategic charging stops.

  • Sensiba conducted the towing test on a 130-mile round trip from Las Cruces to Deming, New Mexico on I-10.
  • The test took place in February 2026 when the temperature was around 40°F (4°C).

The players

Jennifer Sensiba

A contributor to CleanTechnica who conducted real-world testing of the 2025 Silverado EV's towing capabilities with a 24-foot travel trailer.

Silverado EV LT Extended Range

Chevrolet's all-electric full-size pickup truck, equipped with a 170 kWh battery pack and capable of towing medium-sized travel trailers.

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What they’re saying

“Stability was beyond excellent. Because our loaded truck is about 50% heavier than the trailer and has a very low center of gravity, it rode like it was on rails. Passing semi-trucks would make it barely flinch, even with the stock tires.”

— Jennifer Sensiba (CleanTechnica)

What’s next

Sensiba plans to further integrate the travel trailer's systems with the Silverado EV, including adding an electric jack and exploring options for drawing power from the truck or RV park outlets. She also intends to use A Better Routeplanner to map out extended road trips across North America to fully test the Silverado EV's towing capabilities.

The takeaway

The Silverado EV's performance in Sensiba's real-world towing test demonstrates that electric trucks can be a viable and practical choice for RV enthusiasts, addressing concerns about power, stability, and range. This experience highlights the growing capabilities of EVs to handle the demands of towing and hauling, paving the way for more consumers to consider electric options for their outdoor adventures.