If you thought the Ford vs Chevy rivalry was intense before, you haven't seen anything yet. The electric truck segment has turned this decades-old competition into an all-out arms race.
In the blue corner, the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning gets a mid-cycle refresh with a new 105 kWh battery pack that pushes the range to 350 miles. Ford has also upgraded the Pro Power Onboard system, now delivering up to 11.3 kW of exportable power.
In the red corner, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST hits back with GM's Ultium platform delivering 440 miles of range and a mind-bending 754 horsepower. The Multi-Flex Midgate still gives it a unique party trick that Ford can't match.
Towing is where things get interesting. Both max out at 10,000 pounds. However, real-world towing range tells a different story. In our standardized towing test with a 6,000-pound trailer, the Lightning managed 165 miles while the Silverado held on for 210 miles.
The driving experience is remarkably different despite both being electric trucks. The Lightning feels more like a traditional F-150 that happens to be electric. The Silverado EV feels more like a tech gadget with CrabWalk four-wheel steering and aggressive regenerative braking.
Pricing favors Ford at the entry level. The Lightning Pro starts at $52,990 while the Silverado EV Work Truck begins at $57,095. At the top end, the Silverado EV RST First Edition at $96,495 offers more features and range than the Lightning Platinum at $91,990.
Here's my hot take: despite the Silverado's impressive specs, the F-150 Lightning is the better daily driver. Ford's dealer network and that familiar F-150 character give it an edge for the average truck buyer.
But if you want the most capable electric truck with the longest range? The Silverado EV wins. This truck war is far from over, and we're all winning because of it.