How to evaluate a hitch-mounted liftgate for the Chevy Silverado EV before you order.
If your fleet runs the 2024 to 2026 Chevy Silverado EV, review the TailoredLift product page and start a fleet consultation.
Fill out the fleet request form or contact Torklift Central to confirm fit, lead time, and freight before ordering.
Adding a liftgate to a work truck is usually routine. The Chevy Silverado EV changes that. The way the rear of this truck is built means the standard approach does not translate cleanly, and that catches a lot of fleets off guard. If you manage a fleet and you are weighing how to add liftgate capability to a Silverado EV, this guide covers what makes the truck different, how the TailoredLift hitch-mounted approach works, and what to confirm before you order.
As a towing equipment provider, Torklift Central helps fleet buyers understand both the product and the ordering path before anything is finalized. The TailoredLift system is built specifically for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Chevy Silverado EV, so the first thing to confirm is simply that your trucks fall in that range.
Why the Silverado EV Needs a Different Liftgate Approach
On many trucks, adding a liftgate means removing the rear bumper and bolting the liftgate to the frame. On the Silverado EV, that is not a clean job. The rear bumper extends into the rear quarter panel, so a conventional liftgate install would require removing a significant portion of the rear structure.
For a fleet, cutting into that structure is a lot to take on, and it is especially unappealing on leased trucks you plan to return. Rather than modify or remove large sections of the vehicle, Torklift engineers developed a hitch-mounted liftgate kit that works with the Silverado EV's design instead of against it.
The result is real liftgate capability without carving up the back of the truck. That is the core reason fleets look at TailoredLift in the first place.
How the Hitch-Mounted Design Works
The TailoredLift system uses a cargo tray that fits into the trailer hitch and serves as the mounting platform for the liftgate. The liftgate is installed and supported through the hitch rather than by replacing the rear bumper assembly.
This is the only liftgate solution for the Silverado EV that incorporates the hitch directly into the liftgate installation. For a buyer, the practical payoff is that the design preserves the factory components and the truck's appearance, and it maintains hitch receiver towing capability when the liftgate is installed.
What Makes It Fleet and Lease Friendly
A big part of the appeal for fleet managers is how little the truck has to change. The install is a no-drill, bolt-on job with a no-splice, plug-and-play wiring design, and it requires no vehicle or electrical modification. On a leased vehicle, that matters, because the original truck platform is left intact.
It also stays flexible over the life of the vehicle. The factory tailgate can be reinstalled if needed, so a fleet can return a truck to its original configuration at the end of a lease or when reassigning it to a different role.
- No-drill, bolt-on installation, with no cutting into the rear structure.
- No-splice, plug-and-play wiring, with no electrical modification to the truck.
- Factory tailgate can be reinstalled to return the truck to stock.
- Designed for commercial fleet use and vehicle upfitting.
Capability You Keep, and Capability You Add
One reason this design works for fleets is that it adds function without taking much away. On the keep side, the setup maintains hitch receiver towing capability, and it is built to maintain the factory proximity sensors and back camera with no interference during liftgate operation.
On the add side, the bed extension adds 18 inches of usable bed length, and the liftgate carries auxiliary LED lighting with stop, turn, tail, and backup functions for better visibility during loading, unloading, and low-light work.
The kit also includes a hitch extension rated for 5,000 pounds of towing and 500 pounds of tongue weight. Read those as equipment ratings for the hitch extension. They do not raise the truck's factory-published towing or payload ratings, and the lowest-rated component in your setup still controls what you can safely tow.
The Power Source: HiddenPower
The liftgate runs on Torklift HiddenPower auxiliary battery storage located under the bed. It provides separate, isolated 12-volt power so the liftgate can operate without interfering with the truck's primary electrical systems. For a fleet, that isolation is part of what keeps the install clean and keeps liftgate operation off the vehicle's main electrical architecture.
One planning detail to note up front: a 12-volt Group 24 or 27 battery is sold separately, so factor that into your order and your budget rather than assuming it ships in the box.
How Ordering Works for Fleets
TailoredLift was originally developed as a custom fleet solution and is now produced at Torklift's manufacturing facility in Washington State. Because of that, ordering runs through the fleet team rather than a standard online checkout. This product is not part of the standard 5 business day lead time or free ground shipping programs.
Lead time and freight are confirmed based on your order quantity and configuration, and the fleet team provides the expected timeline and freight details before the order is finalized.
For fleets located in or near Washington State, Torklift Central offers in-house engineering, fabrication, and testing to support custom vehicle upfitting. You can begin with the fleet consultation page or fill out the fleet request form.
Questions to Confirm Before You Order
A short confirmation list keeps the order clean and the timeline realistic.
- Your trucks are 2024 to 2026 Chevy Silverado EVs.
- Your order quantity and configuration, so the fleet team can set lead time and freight.
- Whether you will need the factory tailgate reinstall option later in the vehicle's life.
- Your source for the separate Group 24 or 27 battery.
- How the hitch extension ratings fit your towing plan against the truck's factory ratings.
TailoredLift Silverado EV Liftgate at a Glance
| Detail | What TailoredLift provides | Why it matters to a fleet |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle fit | 2024 to 2026 Chevy Silverado EV | Confirm your trucks are in range |
| Install method | Hitch-mounted, no-drill, bolt-on | No cutting into the rear structure, lease friendly |
| Wiring | No-splice, plug-and-play | No electrical modification to the truck |
| Towing | Maintains hitch receiver towing, extension rated 5,000 lb tow and 500 lb tongue | Keep towing capability, vehicle ratings still apply |
| Bed space | Adds 18 inches of usable bed length | More cargo room without a longer truck |
| Power | HiddenPower isolated 12V, battery sold separately | Runs the liftgate off the primary systems |
| Ordering | Fleet team confirms lead time and freight | Timeline and cost set before finalizing |
How Torklift Central Can Help You Shop
If you run a Chevy Silverado EV fleet and need liftgate capability without cutting into the truck's rear structure, the TailoredLift hitch-mounted liftgate is the system to review, and Torklift Central's fleet team can confirm fit, lead time, and freight for your order.
Start a fleet consultation or fill out the fleet request form to begin.
Key Takeaways
- TailoredLift is a hitch-mounted liftgate system built specifically for the 2024 to 2026 Chevy Silverado EV.
- It avoids removing the rear bumper and quarter-panel structure that a conventional liftgate install would require.
- The no-drill, no-splice, bolt-on design keeps it lease friendly, and the factory tailgate can be reinstalled.
- It maintains hitch receiver towing, factory sensors and camera, adds 18 inches of bed length, and runs on isolated HiddenPower with the battery sold separately.
- Ordering goes through the fleet team, which confirms lead time and freight by quantity and configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which vehicles does TailoredLift fit?
The current source lists the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Chevy Silverado EV. Confirm your exact trucks on the current product page before ordering.
Why can't I just add a standard liftgate to a Silverado EV?
On the Silverado EV, the rear bumper extends into the rear quarter panel, so a conventional install would require removing a significant portion of the rear structure. The hitch-mounted design avoids that by mounting the liftgate through the trailer hitch.
Does installing the liftgate cost me my towing?
No. The design maintains hitch receiver towing capability, and the included hitch extension is rated for 5,000 pounds towing and 500 pounds tongue weight. Those are equipment ratings and do not change the truck's factory ratings, so plan around the lowest-rated component.
Is it a good fit for leased trucks?
The no-drill, no-splice, bolt-on design requires no vehicle or electrical modification, and the factory tailgate can be reinstalled, which is why it is described as fleet and lease friendly. Confirm your specific lease terms as well.
Does it need a battery?
Yes. A 12-volt Group 24 or 27 battery is sold separately for the HiddenPower auxiliary storage that powers the liftgate.
Does it interfere with the sensors or camera?
The system is designed to maintain the factory proximity sensors and back camera with no interference during liftgate operation.
How do I order, and how long does it take?
Ordering runs through the fleet team, not standard checkout. Lead time and freight are confirmed by quantity and configuration. Start with a fleet consultation.
Important Notices
The included hitch extension ratings (5,000 pounds towing and 500 pounds tongue weight) and the liftgate lifting capacity (up to 1,300 pounds) are equipment ratings for the components. They do not increase the Chevy Silverado EV's factory-published towing, payload, GVWR, or axle ratings. The lowest-rated component in your setup controls what you can safely tow or carry. Follow the owner's manual, the product instructions, and the current product page.
Torklift is an independent aftermarket manufacturer and is not affiliated with, authorized by, sponsored by, or endorsed by General Motors or Chevrolet. References to the Chevy Silverado EV are solely to identify the vehicle these products are designed to fit.
Lead time and freight are confirmed based on order quantity and configuration and are provided by the fleet team before an order is finalized. This product is not included in the standard 5 business day lead time or free ground shipping programs. Confirmed specifications may vary, so check the current product page for final released details before ordering.
Add Liftgate Capability to Your Silverado EV Fleet
If your fleet runs the 2024 to 2026 Chevy Silverado EV, review the TailoredLift product page and start a fleet consultation.
Fill out the fleet request form or contact Torklift Central to confirm fit, lead time, and freight before ordering.