With fuel economy still one of the primary buzz words in the auto industry these days, manufacturers are looking to do what they can to boost the mileage of their vehicles. When it comes to light trucks, any savings in gas mileage helps, especially in view of impending CAFE regulations. One method [...]
GM Looks to New Grilles to Boost Truck Gas Mileage
GM May Re-Enter Medium-Duty Truck Market
Hot on the heels of announcing impressive payload and towing figures for its Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra Heavy-Duty trucks; General Motors has stated that it is seriously looking to re-enter the medium duty truck market. Last year, the General exited this segment, winding down production of its Che[...]
OnStar Working With Insurance Companies to Lower Rates for Subscribers
How’s this for a little added incentive? In the hopes of attracting more consumers, OnStar is teaming up with auto insurance companies to offer subscribers discounts on their car policies. Going in their favor is the fact that OnStar’s subscribers are safer drivers and more conscientious on the [...]
2011 GMC Sierra HD Review
GMC announced today that the all-new 2011 Sierra HD will feature a host of segment-leading improvements critical to HD buyers yet will hold the line at an impressive starting price of $35,600 for the 2500 regular cab 2WD model, representing outstanding capability for the money. In addition, the firs[...]
2011 GMC Terrain Review
It’s surprising to see how, in light of the recent upheavals over at GM, some things never change despite our best efforts. Everyone knows the Chevrolet Equinox, the überpopular ride that’s one of GM’s major success stories. Everyone knows the GMC Terrain too, the Equinox’s nearly identic[...]
2011 GMC Sierra Review
General Motors has announced pricing details of its premium 2011 GMC Sierra pickup truck and top-of-the line Denali model. The all-new 2011 Sierra Heavy Duty will have a starting price of $27,965*. The lineup has expanded to include eleven 2500HD models and eight single- and dual-rear-wheel 3500HD m[...]