The record-breaking achievement came behind the wheel of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck, which went 1,059.2 miles on a full charge, breaking Lucid’s 749-mile record. This truck is rated by the EPA for a 493 mile range, so how was it able to more than double that figure?

GM’s 2026 Silverado EV Max Range WT drives 1,059 miles on one charge, setting a new world record and showcasing next-gen electric truck innovation.

Chevrolet has set a new record with its Silverado EV, traveling approximately 1,059.2 miles on a single charge. The achievement, confirmed on August 5th, began as a casual challenge among engineers to see how far the truck could go with full optimization.