Is the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 or 2026 Ram 1500 better for towing tech and confidence near Jenks, OK?

Mark Allen Chevrolet - Is the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 or 2026 Ram 1500 better for towing tech and confidence near Jenks, OK?

Truck shoppers ask a smart question: when trailering is part of real life, which half-ton delivers the best combination of towing tech and on-road confidence? The answer starts with how each brand approaches visibility, driver assistance, and stability when the hitch is loaded. Chevrolet builds the Silverado around a complete trailering ecosystem that starts with available camera coverage and ends with software that guides you step by step. Ram brings useful aids as well, but the differences become clear once you compare the details that matter on busy ramps, in crosswinds, and at night.

Silverado’s available camera suite offers up to 14 views to help you see the hitch, the trailer corners, and what’s beside you when merging, while the In-Vehicle Trailering App streamlines setup with custom profiles, light tests, and pre-departure checklists. Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert adds targeted awareness, and available HD Surround Vision stitches together a crisp overhead view for parking lots or tight storage lanes. High Country’s available Super Cruise® driver assistance technology connected by OnStar® can even support hands-free driving on compatible roads while towing, helping reduce fatigue on long stretches and during stop-and-go traffic. That’s not a small difference—it’s an every-trip advantage.

Ram 1500 provides robust towing features and driver assists, including surround view cameras and guidance aids, but it does not currently offer a hands-free system that is enabled for trailering. For drivers who tackle long distances, varied terrain, or frequent merging on crowded interstates, that gap is significant. Beyond the tech, Silverado supports tow confidence with chassis tuning and hardware that stay composed under load, including an available integrated trailer brake controller and hitch guidance with hitch view to simplify alignments on the first try.

To decide which setup fits your use case, think in layers. Start with what you tow most often and how frequently you hitch up. Then consider the situations that challenge your confidence—night backing, gusty days, dense traffic—and choose the features that directly solve those problems. Silverado’s approach gives you more chances to right-size the tech to your routine.

• Camera coverage you can use: Up to 14 available views help you see hitch, bed, sides, and around the trailer.
• Hands-free help that works while towing: Available Super Cruise® can reduce fatigue on compatible roads even with a trailer.
• Checklist support: The In-Vehicle Trailering App keeps setup consistent when different drivers share a truck.
• Blind-zone clarity: Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert extends awareness where you need it during merges.
• Alignment made simple: Hitch guidance with hitch view lets you line up accurately without a spotter.

For daily driving, both trucks are quiet and comfortable, and each can be built around your lifestyle. If trailering is central to that lifestyle, Silverado’s toolset is simply deeper. It’s not about having features on a spec sheet—it’s about how those features work together to keep your shoulders relaxed and your attention on the road ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can Super Cruise® help on long towing trips?

Yes. On compatible roads, available Super Cruise® can support hands-free driving even while towing, helping reduce fatigue during long stints or congested commutes.

How do the Silverado’s cameras help at night?

With up to 14 available views, you can monitor the hitch, trailer corners, and surroundings in low light, and HD Surround Vision delivers a clear, stitched overhead view for better precision.

What if multiple drivers tow with the same truck?

Use the In-Vehicle Trailering App to create profiles for each trailer, so light checks, tire pressures, and setup steps are consistent regardless of who is driving.

Does Ram offer hands-free driving with a trailer?

Ram offers hands-free assistance on select models, but it does not currently support hands-free operation while towing.

If you want hands-on help choosing the right towing features, our team can walk you through options, demonstrate the camera views, and help you build a configuration that matches your cargo, routes, and comfort level. Mark Allen Chevrolet is serving Broken Arrow, Jenks, and Bixby with a knowledgeable staff and the tools to make your next tow easier and safer.

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