Which Truck Is Better for Towing and Trailering around Waupaca, WI – the 2025 Ford F-150 or Chevy Silverado 1500?

Stevens Point Auto Center – Which Truck Is Better for Towing and Trailering around Waupaca, WI – the 2025 Ford F-150 or Chevy Silverado 1500?

If towing and trailering confidence are at the top of your list, it is natural to stack two household names side by side and ask practical questions about power, stability, and ease of use on the job. Beyond raw numbers, many buyers in and around Waupaca, WI want to know which truck makes setup simpler, improves visibility, and reduces stress when backing to a trailer or adjusting tongue weight. The Ford approach centers on integrated solutions that address those exact moments. Available Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch in F-150® help confirm load distribution before you roll, while available Pro Trailer Backup Assist gives a clear, intuitive way to steer the trailer with a dash-mounted knob as the truck handles counter-steering inputs. Chevrolet brings proven trailering aids and up to 14 available camera views on select trims, plus an available diesel for torque-rich towing. Both are strong, but Ford’s combination of towing capacity, set-up tools, and cabin ergonomics improves day-to-day usability in ways owners feel immediately.

Numbers still matter. F-150® posts up to 13,500 lbs. of available towing when properly configured, offering headroom for bigger boats, campers, or work trailers. The available PowerBoost Full Hybrid unlocks Pro Power Onboard, turning the truck into a mobile generator at campsites and job sites with available 120V and 240V outlets and power outputs up to 2.0 kW or more depending on configuration. Silverado counters with a capable max trailering figure and the excellent Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel option that many long-haul towers appreciate for sustained torque. If you regularly hitch and unhitch, Ford’s available Pro Access Tailgate adds a swing-gate opening that allows closer reach to the bed when you are parked with a trailer attached, a small but meaningful advantage that saves time and effort throughout the season.

• Capacity headroom: F-150® offers up to 13,500 pounds of available towing, giving room to grow.
• Set-up made simpler: Available Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch help verify tongue weight and load balance.
• Back-up with confidence: Available Pro Trailer Backup Assist uses a simple knob to steer your trailer precisely.
• Power where you need it: Available Pro Power Onboard delivers usable bed power for tools or campsite gear.
• Bed access while hitched: Available Pro Access Tailgate opens toward you to reduce reach-over when a trailer is attached.

Technology also plays a role on long highway runs. Ford BlueCruise, when equipped and in a compatible area, offers hands-free driving on designated divided highways, helping reduce fatigue while you stay attentive. Chevrolet’s available Super Cruise® goes a step further by allowing hands-free driving with trailering on compatible roads. For many buyers, the deciding factor is not a single feature but how the whole system supports the job. Ford focuses on reducing the number of steps and making each task intuitive, so the most common trailer chores—hookup, weight checks, reversing—become smoother and faster.

1. Define your trailer today and tomorrow: If your needs may grow, prioritize maximum available towing capacity and payload.
2. Consider your setup routine: If you hitch frequently or in tight spaces, prioritize Pro Trailer Backup Assist and Onboard Scales.
3. Match tech to your miles: If your trips are long and highway-based, investigate available hands-free systems and camera views.
4. Power on-site: If you bring tools or tailgate gear, available Pro Power Onboard can replace a separate generator.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Does hands-free driving work while towing?

Chevrolet’s available Super Cruise® supports hands-free driving with trailering on compatible roads. Ford’s available BlueCruise supports hands-free driving on prequalified divided highways; always confirm current feature capabilities and restrictions for your specific configuration.

Which truck tows more when properly equipped?

F-150® offers up to 13,500 lbs. of available towing when properly equipped, providing extra margin for heavier trailers or future needs.

What helps most with easier trailer hookups?

Ford’s available Pro Trailer Backup Assist and Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch directly address the trickiest steps—backing precisely and verifying tongue weight and load distribution before departure.

For tailored guidance, a test-fit with your trailer is invaluable. Our team can walk through hitch setup, demonstrate backup-assist functionality, and show how the camera views and display layouts affect your confidence in low-speed maneuvers. When you are ready to compare on your terms, Stevens Point Auto Center is here, serving Plover, Wisconsin Rapids, and Waupaca, with a product-first approach that keeps the spotlight on your real-world towing needs.

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