1980's
In 1982, Chrevrolet launched its first domestically produced compact pickup, the now famous S-10. A little larger than the LUV—82 hp and 1,500 pound haul capacity—the S-10 gave small trucks a new look and feel. Gone were stripped down interiors, an era of the everyman truck had begun in earnest.
In the late '80s the pickup officially moved from worksite to suburbs. With an aerodynamic design and cutting-edge electronics, the 1988 Chevrolet C/K was more family car than construction hauler. The revolution in trucks was in full swing. Civilized driving from a full range of powertrains, including a 6.2-liter diesel V8, helped open up the pickup market and put new eyes on a truly American ride.
In the late '80s the pickup officially moved from worksite to suburbs. With an aerodynamic design and cutting-edge electronics, the 1988 Chevrolet C/K was more family car than construction hauler. The revolution in trucks was in full swing. Civilized driving from a full range of powertrains, including a 6.2-liter diesel V8, helped open up the pickup market and put new eyes on a truly American ride.