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Fall in Wichita means cooler temperatures, football weekends, good food, and plenty of opportunities to gather with friends and family. Whether you're heading to a high school game, college football matchup, or hosting a tailgate of your own, the right vehicle can make game day even better. From spacious SUVs to capable trucks, today's vehicles offer plenty of features that can make transporting your crew, gear, coolers, chairs, and everything else easier. Here are some of the best types of vehicles to consider for your next fall football adventure. Trucks: The Ultimate Tailgate Vehicle When it comes to tailgating, trucks are hard to beat. A pickup gives you plenty of room for the gear you don't want inside the cabin. Coolers, folding chairs, tents, grills, sports equipment, and other tailgate essentials can all ride in the bed. Models like the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500 offer the capability and space that make them excellent choices for football weekends. Plus, many modern trucks offer available features that make tailgating even easier, including power outlets, built-in storage, multiple USB ports, and versatile tailgate designs. Best for: Large tailgates, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who likes to bring everything but the kitchen sink. SUVs: Bring the Whole Crew If your football weekends usually involve family and friends, an SUV can be a great option. Vehicles like the Chevrolet Tahoe, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Mazda CX-90 provide a combination of passenger space and cargo room. Depending on the model and configuration, you can bring several passengers while still having room for coolers, blankets, chairs, and game-day gear. SUVs also offer another major advantage during Kansas fall weather: flexibility. One weekend might bring perfect football weather, while the next could bring rain, wind, or dropping temperatures. Available all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive can provide added confidence when conditions change. Best for: Families, groups of friends, and road trips to away games. Crossovers: The Perfect Balance You don't necessarily need a full-size truck or large SUV to enjoy tailgate season. A crossover such as the Mazda CX-5 or Chevrolet Equinox can give you a great combination of everyday drivability, passenger space, and cargo flexibility. Crossovers are especially appealing if your vehicle needs to handle more than football weekends. They can make the morning commute, school drop-off, grocery runs, and weekend adventures just as easily. Fold down the rear seats when you need additional cargo space, load up the cooler, grab your chairs, and you're ready for kickoff. Best for: Everyday drivers who want versatility without stepping up to a full-size SUV. What Should You Look for in a Tailgate Vehicle? Before choosing your next vehicle, think about how you actually spend your football weekends. Cargo Space How much room do you need for coolers, chairs, grills, tents, sports equipment, and other gear? Passenger Space Are you usually bringing a few friends or the entire family? Towing Capability If you plan to tow a camper, trailer, boat, or other recreational equipment, make sure the vehicle you choose has the capability you need. All-Weather Capability Kansas weather can change quickly during the fall. Available AWD or 4WD can provide additional confidence when rain, mud, or changing road conditions enter the picture. Technology Modern vehicles can make long drives and crowded game days easier with features such as smartphone connectivity, multiple charging ports, navigation, and available Wi-Fi. Comfort Football season can mean spending hours on the road. Comfortable seating and a spacious cabin can make those trips much more enjoyable. Make the Most of Fall Football The best tailgate vehicle isn't necessarily the biggest vehicle. It's the one that fits your lifestyle. Whether you need the bed of a truck, the passenger space of an SUV, the flexibility of a crossover, or the family-friendly practicality of a minivan, there's a vehicle that can help make your fall weekends easier. And when you're ready to find the right vehicle for your next football adventure, Davis-Moore Auto Group has a variety of new and pre-owned vehicles to explore. So grab your cooler, load up the crew, and get ready for kickoff. Fall football season is here!

The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has been updated with many modern features that make it more pleasurable and easier to drive. With advanced technologies that are both smart and functional, the 2020 Silverado is capable of handling any challenge. 1. Trailering Technologies The 2020 models of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are equipped with a new and expanded advanced trailering system that makes it both easier and safer to haul boats and trailers. For starters, there are now 15 unique camera views that provide a variety of angles for better viewing. The transparent trailer feature uses a tailgate-mounted camera to help you virtually see through your trailer when backing up, parking, making tight turns, or merging into traffic. It takes multiple images and stitches them together, giving it the appearance that you're seeing right through the trailer. There's also an additional socket on the bumper where you can plug in another camera so you can monitor your cargo while driving. Also available in 2020 Silverado models is the iN-Command control system from ASA Electronics. This can be accessed through the myChevrolet app on your smartphone or through the in-vehicle trailering app on your Silverado's infotainment system via Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. The myChevrolet app includes trailering tools such as a pre-departure checklist, how-to videos, a glossary with trailer terms, and trailer light tests. In addition to the trailering information, the app also allows you to start or stop your engine, lock and unlock your doors, view diagnostic information, set parking reminders, and send your destination to your navigation system. The app syncs automatically, giving you up-to-date information at your fingertips. 2. Adaptive Cruise Control The 2020 Silverado is available with an adaptive cruise control camera. This system includes a high-mounted camera that is set behind the rearview mirror. The camera has sensors and scans the road ahead and uses algorithms and software to determine a safe distance from the vehicle ahead of you. Once the distance is determined, it will maintain it for you as well. 3. Infotainment and Driver Information All trim levels of the 2020 Silverado now include a 7-inch touch screen as standard equipment. The infotainment system can be personalized to fit your needs and even has the functionality to allow a second driver to personalize it to their style as well. Additionally, you'll find Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration, which allows you to access your favorite playlists, voicemail, text messages, live traffic information, lane guidance, and maps easily. Move up to the LT trim and you'll get a larger 8-inch touch screen with two additional USB ports and OnStar. You'll also have the advantage of a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot in your truck, so you can easily stay connected while on the go. Up to seven devices can be connected at once giving you access to the internet. Available extras in some trim levels include wireless smartphone charging and an upgraded audio system. An available 15-inch diagonal head-up display projects pertinent information directly on to the windshield. Information such as your vehicle's speed, active safety alerts, and navigation. With so many modern features in the 2020 Silverado 1500, it's no wonder this truck is so capable on and off the road. Image via Chevrolet.com

If you're looking for a dependable and durable heavy-duty truck that offers excellent tow ratings as well as a comfortable and well-equipped cabin, the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD might just be the truck for you. You can also customize your Silverado 2500HD to suit your needs and tastes. Choices include double-cab and crew-cab body styles, as well as standard or long beds. Furthermore, you can choose from four trims: Work Truck, LT, LTZ, and High Country. There are also exciting limited editions available, which include the Tribute Edition, Alaskan Edition, Custom Sport Edition, and Midnight Edition. With these special editions come various aesthetic add-ons as well as performance features. Here is some more information on the Silverado 2500HD. Spacious and Comfortable Interior The interior of the Silverado 2500HD is roomy and can accommodate five adults comfortably. The inclusion of sound-deadening materials in the cabin, as well as triple-sealed doors, also make for a quiet interior space. Although the Work Truck is pretty bare bones, it offers standard features like rubberized floors, vinyl upholstery, a 40/20/40 split front bench seat, power doors and locks, and air conditioning. Higher trims add many convenient and luxury features, including heated and ventilated seats, leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, driver-seat memory, power-adjustable pedals, and a wireless phone charger. Advanced Technology The Silverado 2500HD comes with a well-equipped standard infotainment system that offers a 7-inch display, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and six speakers. Higher trims add a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot, SiriusXM, HD radio, navigation, and a Bose premium sound system. There are also many advanced driver-assist features to offer, which include front pedestrian parking, forward-collision warning, parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, lane change alert with side blind zone alert, and a high-definition surround-vision camera. Excellent Performance Two powerful and robust engines are offered with the Silverado 2500HD. The standard engine is 6.0-liter V-8 that generates 360 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque. Also available is a very powerful 6.6-liter V-8 turbo diesel, also mated to a six-speed automatic, that generates 445 horsepower and 910 pound-feet of torque. This engine can also be had with an added bi-fuel option that allows it to run on gasoline. Rear-wheel drive is standard and four-wheel drive optional. The Silverado 2500HD delivers massive tow ratings. If your truck is equipped properly, the standard engine can handle up to 14,400 pounds, whereas the diesel engine delivers an amazing tow rating of 15,400 pounds. With the Silverado 2500HD also comes many handy features that make for easy and safe towing. The StabiliTrak with trailer sway system, for instance, assuages sway when it's detected by automatically applying the truck and trailer brakes as needed. This system is supported by the integrated trailer brake controller, which allows for the trailer and truck brakes to work in tandem. If you opt for the available factory-installed Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck package, you'll get added features like assist steps, a hard-folding tonneau cover, and a stationary toolbox. The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado will not only give you excellent tow ratings and overall performance, but also a comfortable and well-equipped cabin. If you want to take one for a spin, drop by Davis-Moore Auto Group. Image via Chevrolet.com