GMC Sierra

DETROIT, 2008-08-13 – General Motors is building on the segment-leading fuel economy of its full-size pickups and SUVs with new XFE models of the 2009 Chevy Silverado, Chevy Tahoe, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon. The vehicles use a combination of mechanical, aerodynamic and mass-reducing enhancements to deliver a 5-percent increase in EPA-estimated highway fuel economy and more than 7-percent improved mileage in city driving.

Highlights:
* EPA-rated fuel economy increases to 15 city and 21 highway
* Silverado and Sierra have the best aerodynamics in the class
* Towing capacity on Silverado and Sierra increases to 7,000 lbs (3,175 kg)
* 2009 GMC XFE Photography
* 2009 Chevrolet XFE Photography

Chicago – GMC announced the 2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid, a powerful full-size pickup that achieves 40-percent greater city fuel economy and a 25-percent improvement in overall fuel economy while delivering the capability expected of a full-size truck – including a 6,100-pound (2,767 kg) towing capacity.

2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid

Partnering General Motors’ patented two-mode hybrid system and a powerful 6.0L gas V-8, the Sierra Hybrid delivers highly efficient performance, including all-electric driving up to 30 mph (48 km/h). That allows fuel savings to be realized even when the truck is fully loaded or towing a trailer.

GMC Sierra continues to lead the industry in fuel economy, capability and power, all delivered with responsive ride and handling traits, and an exceptionally quiet driving experience. The lineup includes everything from job-ready Work Truck models to the unique combination of performance and luxury that is the Sierra Denali.

2009 GMC Sierra SLT Crew Cab

Move to bring production in line with market demand and company to explore options to expand car production

DETROIT, 2008-04-28 – General Motors (GM) announced today that it is eliminating one shift of production at its full-size pickup truck assembly plants in Pontiac, Mich.; Flint, Mich.; and Oshawa, Ontario; and its full-size SUV assembly plant in Janesville, Wis. The decisions were made to bring production capacity more in line with market demand.

Under this plan, approximately 88,000 units of full-size pickup and 50,000 units of full-size SUV production will be removed from GM’s North American production capacity for the remainder of the 2008 calendar year.

Based on current plans, the shift reductions will be effective on the following dates:

GMAC 2.9% APR or 3.9% APR Available for Well-Qualified Buyers on 2003-2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban and Chevrolet Silverado; Pontiac G6; and GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL Models

2008-04-01 -- DETROIT – GM Certified Used Vehicles, the industry’s top-selling manufacturer-certified used vehicle brand*, today announced a nationwide GMAC rate incentive program on select GM Certified Used Vehicles, including Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban and Chevrolet Silverado; Pontiac G6; and GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL models.

2007-10-18, BALTIMORE – General Motors Corp. announced today the production of its one-millionth Allison A1000 transmission at its Baltimore transmission plant. The transmission is a key component of the powertrain for GM’s award-winning Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks.

GM Powertrain’s Baltimore transmission plant was built in 2000, and produced its first transmission on December 5 that year. The A1000-series transmission was first introduced in the 2001 model Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra heavy-duty pickups and since then, customer enthusiasm for the transmission has been outstanding. In fact, the A1000-series transmission provides segment-leading torque output of 660-lb ft.

GMC Sierra introduced all-new heavy-duty pickups during the ’07 model year. They were highlighted by all-new and differentiated exterior designs, two unique interiors and class-leading power and efficiency. They roll into 2008 ready for work or leisure, with minor refinements and enhancements, while still loaded with segment-leading and segment-exclusive features.

2008 GMC Sierra 3500 HD SLT Crew Cab

The ‘08 Sierra lineup is built on a platform that was introduced last year. It supports the strongest, most capable Sierra lineup in history, with segment-leading fuel economy, capability and power – as well as agile ride and handling and an exceptionally quiet interior.

2008 GMC Sierra Z71 Extended Cab

Sierra 1500 is available in several trim packages, including Work Truck, SL (crew cab only), SLE (SLE1 and SLE2 models) and SLT, along with 2WD and 4WD configurations. Three cab styles – regular, extended and crew cab – and three cargo box lengths – 5 foot 8 inches, 6 foot 6 inches and 8 foot – are offered.