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GMC Acaida

GMC Acaida The Acadia augments GMC with an entry level truck-like SUV and is the first unibody vehicle from the marque. It is also GMC’s first front-wheel drive passenger vehicle and GMC’s first crossover SUV. The Acadia features seating for eight, generous interior space, and either front or all-wheel drive. With a 5,200 lb (2,042 kg) towing capacity, the Acadia slots between the Envoy and the Yukon. The Acadia is [...]

GMC Canyon

GMC Canyon The Canyon offer both manualand automatic transmissions. GM also offers either a rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive drivetrain with standard, extended, and four-door crew cab body styles. Most models come with the 2.8 L (171 cu in) LK5 I4 engine as standard, but a more powerful 3.5 I5 comes with the Z71 package on 4-door versions and is optional on all others. The 4-door Z71s also [...]

GMC Savana

GMC Savana The GMC Savana are full-size vans from General Motors. They replaced the and GMC Vandura in 1996. The Savana currently hold 44.8% of the full-size van market in the United States, just behind rival Ford’s E-Series. After 2003, the Savana had updated sheetmetal similar to the GMT800 light trucks and SUVs, and at the same time, fitted with the LS engines. In 2004 Stability [...]

GMC Sierra

GMC Sierra History Although General Motors introduced its first pickup truck in 1930, the term “Silverado” was a designation used only to detail the trim for the Chevrolet C/Kpickup trucks and Suburbans from 1975 through 1999. GMC used a few variations of the “Sierra” name (Sierra, High Sierra, Sierra Grande, Sierra Classic) to distinguish the different trim levels through 1987, [...]

GMC Denali Lineup Growing in Numbers and Popularity

GMC Denali Lineup Growing in Numbers and Popularity DETROIT – What began as an upscale trim level on the 1999 GMC Yukon full-size SUV has grown in 13 years to become a sub-brand of eight individual models today, representing the best of GMC performance, technology and style in their respective segments. To date, more than a half-million Denali vehicles have been produced at a pace that is constantly increasing. [...]

GMC Sierra HD Has Résumé for Any Plowing Job

GMC Sierra HD Has Résumé for Any Plowing Job DETROIT – With the white stuff finally falling on cities used to snow-covered roads earlier in the winter, plow-equipped trucks that make up a $20 billion annual industry are coming out to play. Only the GMCSierra HD pickup offers the flexibility of an adjustable torsion bar front suspension as part of the industry’s most-comprehensive plow prep package. “For plow [...]

GMC IntelliLink

GMC IntelliLink DETROIT – The 2012 GMC Terrain smaller SUV’s standard Color Touch Radio is now available with IntelliLink, which provides smartphone connectivity and voice activated control of the audio system.  Simple commands initiate a phone call, change a station, stream internet radio, and even control an iPod. IntelliLink’s interface is designed to be used with two hands on the [...]

2013 Acadia Evolves the Original Three-Row Crossover

2013 Acadia Evolves the Original Three-Row Crossover CHICAGO – GMC today unveiled the new 2013 Acadia and Acadia Denali at the Chicago Auto Show, highlighting a new exterior and safety features including the industry’s first front center air bag. Acadia, which launched in 2007 as GMC’s first crossover and defined a segment that has since surged in popularity, had the best sales in [...]

GM Will Build $200 Million Stamping Facility in Texas

GM Will Build $200 Million Stamping Facility in Texas ARLINGTON, Tex. – General Motors will start construction next week on a new $200 million stamping facility that will create approximately 180 jobs. The new facility, part of  the company’s Arlingtonmanufacturing complex, will produce large stamping components for the next generation of full-sizeChevrolet Tahoes, Suburbans, GMC Yukons and Cadillac Escalades. “Our investment in GM’s Arlington plant is one more example of GM [...]

Buick and GMC Showrooms Transforming Across Country

Buick and GMC Showrooms Transforming Across Country DETROIT – Buick and GMC customers nationwide are discovering how a more welcoming dealership atmosphere enhances the experience of buying a new car or servicing a vehicle. More than 1,900 dealers, many in major markets, are showing the way. The ongoing dealership image enhancement program includes a new exterior façade with updated signage, a bright and airy showroom featuring a [...]