The second-generation Avalanche arrived in 2007 and used GM's new GMT900 platform. It remained a cross between a Suburban and Silverado, although Chevy ditched the heftier 2500 version.

AutoWeek got its hands on the official press release heralding GM's new pair of GMT900 pickups: the 2007 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra. Spy shots had already revealed the shape of the Silverado ...