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Chevrolet Marks U.S. Semiquincentennial with Stars & Steel Special-Edition Vehicle Lineup

Limited-run collection includes five U.S.-built vehicles with patriotic designs and charitable ties

  • Chevrolet marks U.S. Semiquincentennial with 2026 Stars & Steel vehicle collection

  • Five models receive flag-themed appearance upgrades and U.S. assembly focus

  • Corvette limited to 250 units; proceeds support veterans through Tunnel to Towers


Chevrolet will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States with the 2026 Stars & Steel Collection, a series of special-edition vehicles draped with American-flag-inspired designs and assembled in the United States.

2026 Chevrolet Stars & Steel Collection | Photo: Chevrolet

The lineup spans five vehicle models: Corvette, Silverado EV, Silverado LD, Silverado HD, and Colorado. Each is outfitted with curated exterior and interior combinations, limited appearance packages, and American-themed graphics.

The Stars & Steel Collection is designed to highlight Chevrolet’s American manufacturing footprint and historic ties to the U.S. market. All five models feature Satin Silver or Satin Black striping inspired by the American flag, paired with special “250” anniversary badging and curated accessories.

2026 Chevrolet Stars & Steel Collection | Photo: Chevrolet

The 2026 Corvette Stars & Steel Limited Edition will be restricted to 250 units across all trim levels from Stingray to ZR1X. Coupe and convertible variants will be offered in 3LT or 3LZ trims, with two exterior/interior combinations: Arctic White with a Santorini Blue interior or Black with an Adrenaline Red interior. Each includes a numbered build plaque, red detailing such as Edge Red engine covers and seat belts, and flag graphics applied to doors and spoiler ends.

2026 Chevrolet Stars & Steel Collection | Photo: Chevrolet

The Silverado EV special edition is based on the RST Crew Cab and includes either a Summit White or Black exterior with a Sky Cool Gray interior. It comes standard with 24-inch gloss black wheels and a Brembo heavy-duty brake system, featuring red six-piston front callipers and 15.7-inch discs.

2026 Chevrolet Stars & Steel Collection | Photo: Chevrolet

The Silverado 1500 Stars & Steel edition uses the RST Crew Cab Short Box 4WD configuration, paired with a 6.2L engine. It adds 22-inch wheels, Brembo brakes, black exhaust tips, a performance air intake, spray-in bedliner, sunroof, and Convenience Package II.

2026 Chevrolet Stars & Steel Collection | Photo: Chevrolet

In the heavy-duty segment, the Silverado HD edition is based on the LTZ Crew Cab Trail Boss 4WD with a 6.6L Duramax Diesel. It includes the Z71 Off-Road Package, Max Trailering and Gooseneck prep packages, black assist steps, sunroof, and additional LTZ option bundles.

2026 Chevrolet Stars & Steel Collection | Photo: Chevrolet

The Colorado Trail Boss completes the collection, offering a 2.7L engine with 4WD and either Summit White or Black exterior paint. Standard features include the Midnight Package, sport and light bars, 20-inch black wheels, red tow hooks, and underbody skid plates.

For every vehicle sold from the Stars & Steel Collection, Chevrolet will contribute $250 to nonprofit organizations supporting veterans and military families.

Additionally, a one-off 2026 Corvette ZR1X featuring Stars & Steel design elements will be auctioned on January 24, 2026, at Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale Winter Auction. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, a nonprofit supporting first responders and injured veterans through housing and financial assistance.

Production is expected to begin in early spring 2026. Chevrolet will announce package pricing at a later date.

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Matt St-Pierre
Matt St-Pierre
Trained as an Automotive Technician, Matt has two decades of automotive journalism under his belt. He’s done TV, radio, print and this thing called the internet. He’s an avid collector of many 4-wheeled things, all of them under 1,500 kg, holds a recently expired racing license and is a father of two. Life is beautiful. Send Matt an emai

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