General Motors is busy preparing the next-generation 2019 GMC Sierra and 2019 Chevrolet Silverado, and thus far, details have been scarce. However, an anonymous source may have shed some light on the half-ton pickups after he or she attended a dealership meeting.
The Fast Lane Truck reports the source attended a GMC dealer meeting, where the 2019 Sierra 1500 was shown. Specifically, the source says the 2019 Sierra Denali was shown and it featured a higher ride height and a familiar 6.2-liter V8 engine. The person also described a “revolutionary” bed design, but those in attendance were not allowed to open the tailgate or see inside the bed itself. Ram has reportedly been working on a split-folding tailgate design, and GM may have a similar solution in mind.
As for the V8 engine, it may be our first clue that the V8s offered will be very familiar, while other powertrains could get more experimental. We’ve already spied a 2019 Silverado prototype with some sort of diesel engine, too.
Finally, the source said a large iPad-like infotainment screen was present inside, which would certainly mark a major change from the current truck’s interior.
It’s unclear when we’ll see the trucks revealed, but all signs point to a debut sometime next year before they go on sale as 2019 models.
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I think it would be dropping the ball if DSF wasn’t offered right out of the gate as well as a turbo and diesel option. AND power bumps to keep up with the Coyote and Hemi.
GM can’t do the half now, half later approach like they have in the past. Commit to being out in front and not playing catch up.
Sounds like the same old stuff. Redesign the cosmetics but do little to nothing with the powertrains. Then halfway through stick a different transmission in it and call it a day. Don’t be surprised to see the Ram overtaking these GM twins in the near future unless they get there act together and offer a knockout leading product.
How long has ram offered that pig of an engine they call the Hemi? Gm engines far surpass them already.
Or maybe it’s their v6 that was designed for cars? Or the underpowered diesel that is having a lot of failures?
Ram sells on price. Cheapest truck you can buy.
I would hardly say the Ram sells only on price. Dodge uses a newer 8 speed transmission versus GM’s older 6 speed or the very limited use 8 speed that has given numerous owners issues. Regarding the Hemi versus the 5.3 there is only a one MPG difference in MPG and numerous rentals give pretty close real world mileage overall. How else does the GM 5.3 far surpass the Hemi. Not in power or torque. Not in reliability. One difference in rated MPG. Big deal. The Pentastar V6 works well in either cars or trucks so that is a moot point.
It also achieves better mileage than GM’s 4.3 V6.
I won’t even go into Ford’s new 2018 powertrain lineup that easily surpass GM’s in most every way. So getting back to my main point if GM just does the basics and doesn’t upgrade its engine Ford will continue to out sell the GM duo and the Ram could pretty easily outsell it again as it has done in past months. Buyers want the best they can get not warmed over. The current Silverado and Sierra are great trucks but suffer from not so great interiors, no rear air vents, controversial staid styling elements and two engines and one transmission that have been left in the dust. Step up your game or be content to be in third place. Simple really!
This story first appeared at tfltruck. All we know is it was a 6.2. I’m hoping the engines are updated. Since they are new truck with 10 speeds, the new engines may come 2020 though.
New 5.3, 6.2 V8
While all new everything would be fun it is just not realistic on several levels.
First the cost to go both at the same time would be off the chart. It would lead to compromise in both the truck and driveline.
Second you would be chasing issues on both tools a already proven drive line in the first year of a new platform.
I could this as aproem if the LS was an old engine but it is new and well proven engine.
A Diesel could still be added as well asa new 6.
The bottom line this truck will have much new to offer but GM also does not need to reinvent the entire truck.
The devil will be in the details and inventive new options. The interior quality needs to be spot on. Also another cut in weight will be key.a
Sierra, Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Escalade, next gen Colorado and Canyon all share platforms. All the full-size trucks from thatist share engines. Those are some of the best selling and easily the highest margin models GM makes. Cost of development should not be an issue. Especially when some of the changes that are coming should’ve already been implemented on the current generation
To a degree they do but that is soon changing.
The SUV models will get things the trucks do not have like a IRS option.
Also factor in they share no sheet metal and most hard points.
Come on, you know that the engines are at least getting an update. Also I hope they dont cut the weight too much. More weight rides better and does almost nothing to highway travel. Ford lost almost 300lbs off of the chevy and added a 10 speed to Chevys’ 6 and they are just barley keeping up in fuel economy, and tanking real work economy and dont work as hard.
They may see some small changes but they generally do the engine and platform changes independent of each other as one generally pays for the other. It is a good money move if you have no major issues.
The 10 speed is already here and will only expand in the line up.
I expect the 4.3 to go away soon.
A new body won’t be enough to keep loyal GM fans yet alone winning over conquest owners. There needs to be improvements in the following:
– fit, finish and reliability (too many recalls, poor finish and inconsistent vibrations and cabin pressure issues with no fixes)
– new features/options, just not copy-cat ideas from other manu’s.
– bucket seats in cloth should have at least 8-way power seats on both sides, instead of a 4-way on the passenger side. Having no power height adjuster is just ridiculous on a power passenger seat.
– boosted hp in all engines to keep up with Ford
– Turbo V6 option for those who want more low end torque or tow in mountains at elevation
– much improved interior with some flair, instead of everything all black with smooth rounded dash everywhere. It needs come contrasting trim, with varying textures of materials.
– floor console shift option (with electronic shifters, it would take up very little room and appeal to many owners)
– well though out simple things (like put the switch for the rear cargo lamps in the box like Ford instead of on the center dash console, so you don’t have to open you truck just to turn them on).
– make the 6.2L available in anything LT/SLE and up.
– Increased payload and tow ratings to at least match Ford.
– LED lights standard all the way around, with the D-optic bi-functional LED’s as the upgraded on LTZ/SLT and High Country/Denali.
– make the Z71 package a true off-road package with lifted ground clearance, redone front bumpers/valence for better approach angles, etc
– E-COATED FRAMES!!!!!! Get rid of the peeling and rusting rust!!!!!!
This is GM’s chance to get this right. 2014 was a rush to market update. It was ok, but the last 4 years have shown a lot of areas skipped over, not thought out enough, and just poor execution. As for engines, I would like to see a V6 Turbo before a diesel.
It would be nice if anyone who gives thumbs down on anyone’s comments, would leave a comment as to what they disagree with. Giving a thumbs down with no explanation is useless.
I have 20 yrs with GM, so I’ve seen their triumphs and their downfalls; I don’t mind someone disagreeing with me, but tell me why.
I feel the same way when folks disagree with me. Just explain why.
I gave it a thumbs up, but I feel that if try hit all those bullet points they will do something that rarely happens – make something better in every aspect than the competition (although it did happen with the new Camaro vs the Mustang). When they did that, it came with a big price Increase too they will realistically hit some, at least half of those.
GM trucks are very competitive with Fords, at least 17 vs 17. They are missing some options, but to me personally, they are options I wouldn’t pay for anyways. Things like massaging seats no thanks. 360* camera? Sure, but I won’t pay for it. Push button start? I’d rather have a key, but it’s not a deal breaker. They can definitely keep the floor shifter and wavy body panels.
17 vs 17 is a case of brand A does this better, brand B does this better. Only with the 2018s do I feel Ford has a big advantage. The 5.3 needs a power bump, 375 would be perfect. Along with it, the 6.2 could jump to 430-440hp.
GMs biggest shortcomings now is how they are being so limiting with builds. Offer more colors and don’t lock them into packages. Same with wheels, engines and gear ratios. I’d want a loaded SLE crew with a 6.2 and nre aggressive gears to go with the oversized tires (but not the max tow package.
Bet they want a lipstick holder
I have no problem at all saying something negative about any car company that doesn’t come through with great products or lets something wither on the vine or half bakes a refresh. GM has done this so many times I have lost track. So has Ford. So has Chrysler etc etc. The 2014 updated trucks fell into this category in some ways. 2019 is a chance to fix things that were skipped over such as no rear seat air vents, squared off wheel arches, only making the 6.2 available in the highest trim levels and on and on. GM seems devoted to its V8 engine family so an update on those engines plus using the new 10 speed and chopping off some weight should get MPG up to around 24-25 on the highway and 26 for the V6 which would make these trucks more competitive.
Hopefully they will also address the spartan all black interiors and make some additional colors available with nicer more premium materials. Also the recalls and fit/finish and vibration issues need to be figured out. I personally know 3 trucks owners that have traded in there GM’s for Fords and Dodges because of GM’s incompetence in figuring out the issue. They just give the standard “they all do it” answer when they can’t figure it out. Unbelievable when people are spending 45-75K for one of their vehicles.
And duel factory exhaust please. I need some bark back there !
The mules are already seen with duel outlets on both sides.
Dual tips won’t give you bark. That’s all muffler
Well Andrew since you are so smart then you figure out a way to get two full mufflers and to full exhaust pipes al, the way back efficiently in the limited space of a 4×4.
The problem comes in when you run two pipes back in the limited space flow becomes inefficient with size and all the bends. This is why nearly every aftermarket exhaust is a single pipe or a single muffler with duel outlets.
They all would love to do true duals but you have much more to factor in than bark.
To be honest they can get more bark but the average buyer does not want it and those who do want more than the DOT allows for drive by. This is why the Corvette and Camaro run electric bypass mufflers.
Drone in trucks and SUV models is and has been an issue too. This is why many aftermarket muffler companies make special mufflers for them.
First off you will never be 100% happy.
The base will be retained.
I expect the interior will upgraded much like many recent models and to a better degree than in the past.
Yes you will get E coated frames. They started 3 years ago on the mid size twins if you had not noticed.
Stop worrying about the Z71 as you will get a ZR2 like model this time around.
The air dam is removable on the Z71 and is required for mpg. They may improve it but it will have to remain.
LED lights will become more common. But keep in mind on the cheaper models people hate to pay $100 for a headlight bulb on a company truck.
The bottom line here is give them a chance to fail before you predict it. This is the first truck fully unecombered by the bail out. It should make a difference.
“LED lights will become more common. But keep in mind on the cheaper models people hate to pay $100 for a headlight bulb on a company truck”
Scott3, I agree, too few companies think about business owners these days. If I own a small business, I wanna buy the most capable truck for the least amount of $. But aside from that, the truck cant be in the shop when 8-9-10 speed trans breaks down, the push button start system quits, or the E-parking brake fails.
we are on the 3rd gen 5.3 and I believe 2nd gen 6.2. Likely this is 4th gen 5.3 and 6.2 which includes higher compression rations and DSF for increased economy and torque. remember the 99 5.3 is still a 5.3 to the customer though compared to the 2014 version, there is little comparison. As it is, GM doesn’t need to update these engines, as they lead the pack in powertrains. look at used or new and everyone wants a small block v8. if they buy a ford its either because of a blue oval on the front or they are a fleet owner. Very few buy fords for their engines when it comes to half tons
I understand what you are saying, to clarify both engines are 5th generation small blocks though. The original 5.3 was a 3rd gen, 6.2 was a 4th gen. They did make a 4th gen 5.3, but it didn’t get all the upgrades like some of the other 4th gen small blocks (mainly, better square port heads).
As a comparison, the 4.3 went from a 2nd gen to a 5th gen design.
Interesting fact – if GM used the current 4.3 pistons on a 5.3 crank, they would have a 5.7. Personally I’d like to see them go that route a d ditch the 5.3, but it’s unlikely. But they could save money by stopping the production of 5.3 pistons!!!
I disagree with you on the engines. Anyone who tows at elevations much prefers the turbo since they don’t lose hp like you do on the GM’s.
The 6.2 is more than capable of high elevation towing near the trucks limit. Albeit the 5.3 would be a little soft towing 10k at 8000 ft, what percentage of buyers is this and why wouldn’t the 6.2 be a good option.
For 98 percent of buyers who this isn’t a concern for the 6.2 is far more desirable. The problem is 6.2 availability.
The 6.2L is not bad, but at 8000 ft is down to being around 320 – 325 hp (lose around 3% hp with every 1000 ft elevation with naturally aspirated engines). The 5.3L would be down to around 265-270 hp. There are a lot of people who tow through the mountains to get to destinations (up here in Western Canada, anyone who takes a camper south usually goes through Colorado). In comparison, a 3.5 Ecoboost at would still be at 368 hp (down from 375 – turbo’s only loses 0.25% hp /per 1000 ft elevation) but more importantly, you get that hp consistently through the power band due to the turbo, whereas the 6.2L needs top end rpm’s to generate that power.
The 6.2L would be an ok option but is limited to top level trims. Yes the 6.2L would do ok, but the 5.3L has problems in the mountains towing anything over 6000 lbs. It’s not a matter of can the engine/truck do it, but can it do it safely. Towing 20-30 mph under the speed limits due to power/ability loss is not safe.
TFL tested the 6.2 on the Ike gauntlet and it outperformed the Ecoboost at those elevations. It was tested in the trucks and SUVs, I believe in 2016. I’m not talking about the total time up the mountain, but passing power at the elevation, the 6.2s still had acceleration at the limit, the Ecoboost did not.
The Ecoboost loses power at elevation too as you noted and not sure where you got that number from, but it seems conservative. Regardless, the 6.2 is a superior engine, even if 2% of the time it only has 90% of the power. There is more to a truck or its towing ability than its ability to drag race, in the mountains with a trailer.
I do agree and have said many many times the 6.2 absolutely needs greater availability as that is its biggest failure, by far.
I agree. The 6.2 should be offered on lower trim levels. My belief is that GM doesn’t do it because it would negatively effect their CAFE. 1500’s figure into a manufacturers CAFE and the popularity of the 6.2 would cause them to struggle. Perhaps the diesel in the Equinox could help offset that?
Also, the average elevation in the continental US is around 2,300′. If you add Alaska it is 2500′. Always makes me laugh when everybody talks about “Ike Gauntlet this and that”. 98% of the US population will NEVER experience towing at those elevations. At or near sea level, the Eco Boost has no advantage at all over the 6.2.
https://www.infoplease.com/world/united-states-geography/highest-lowest-and-mean-elevations-united-states
From what we’ve seen at our dealership here in the Canadian Prairies and speaking with various other fleet managers at other GM dealerships throughout western Canada, about 15% of our customers tow through the mountains (either in to B.C. or down through Colorado when going south for the winter). That’s a significant number of truck sales. We also have a lot of Americans who come up here hunting and fishing with their campers/boats and when they stop in for oil changes or service work, I usually ask how it pulled. Those who come up through Colorado or Montana usually say it was ok, but they were well under the speed limit when climbing. Being able to get up the mountain is one thing, do it safely in traffic is another.
I’d bet the majority of that 15% who tow regularly through the mountains have (if not they should) a 3/4 or 1 ton truck. In which case the powertrain options are similar for all trucks.
No, I was talking about 1500 owners. Many families pull 20-24 foot campers for 2-3 weeks a summer travelling through western Canada and down into the US. Plus there’s a ton of Americans pulling the same size campers up here with their 1500’s for hunting and fishing trips.
A new body won’t be enough to keep loyal GM fans yet alone winning over conquest owners. There needs to be improvements in the following:
– fit, finish and reliability (too many recalls, poor finish and inconsistent vibrations and cabin pressure issues with no fixes) (My 2014 has no vibrations, no rattles and not a single issue of reliability. The big thing people are crying over is wanting premium everything, the current trucks have no issues with recalls, finish or vibrations, there are very few and nothing like a few make it out to be especially compared to the competition…)
– new features/options, just not copy-cat ideas from other manu’s. (Probably add a few things but mostly just giving what customers want which is basically what their previous BMW or Merc had but in a truck. Truck be told it is the box checkers that are driving the complaints on trucks 100% because they don’t fit what their German car was. Same people that have no business being in a truck and are the single biggest factor prices are sky rocketing)
– bucket seats in cloth should have at least 8-way power seats on both sides, instead of a 4-way on the passenger side. Having no power height adjuster is just ridiculous on a power passenger seat. (A passenger seat should have no power, shouldn’t even be a relevant issue…)
– boosted hp in all engines to keep up with Ford (um, GM was leading across the board until recently and only trail by a little. New engines will receive a bump, no worries there to be competitive, and GM engines notoriously over-perform).
– Turbo V6 option for those who want more low end torque or tow in mountains at elevation. (Sure why not, just don’t get rid of the mid range or top end V8, not everyone fully trusts a turbo small displacement motor to handle real long term work yet.)
– much improved interior with some flair, instead of everything all black with smooth rounded dash everywhere. It needs come contrasting trim, with varying textures of materials. (Careful what you wish for. This goes back to the answer above with the box checker German driving types having full say. You start getting too premium and durability starts taking a hit which is what a truck should do. I shouldn’t have to worry about my leather stitched dash or soft plastic being torn because I stuck something in the cab or hit it with a boot. The current trucks look great, just please don’t make them with a car like dash like the Fiat guys, they need to work first and foremost…)
– floor console shift option (with electronic shifters, it would take up very little room and appeal to many owners) (stupidest thing ever, you don’t shift it, get it out of there. Put in some buttons or a dial, the column is great, leave all that room for useful space not I think it looks cool because my German sedan had it feature.)
– well though out simple things (like put the switch for the rear cargo lamps in the box like Ford instead of on the center dash console, so you don’t have to open you truck just to turn them on). (Sounds like you are a Ford guy with all the comparisons. Ford makes a truck you like buy that. This isn’t that big of a deal, just another thing to get broken when being used or loaded up. The less crap in the bed that can get broken the better…)
– make the 6.2L available in anything LT/SLE and up. (agreed)
– Increased payload and tow ratings to at least match Ford. (Again with the Ford comparison, they are very close, but if that makes you feel better sure. GM tops all other brands (Fiat, Toyota & Nissan) so it isn’t that big of a deal). Really the HD’s need to get a big bump to be competitive, they already show they can out perform them at the same weight handily).
– LED lights standard all the way around, with the D-optic bi-functional LED’s as the upgraded on LTZ/SLT and High Country/Denali. (Another dump thing. Now replacing a light costs thousands of dollars and doesn’t perform that much better (especially for the price) compared to halogens. But again from earlier points that is what all the box checking German drivers want so they have to have it and costs get passed down to the base model and the actual workers…)
– make the Z71 package a true off-road package with lifted ground clearance, redone front bumpers/valence for better approach angles, etc (They could add an actual legit off road package ala raptor, ZR2 or Powerwagon but the Z71 package is just fine and on par with the Ford FX4 package you hold so highly in regard. Want more approach remove the valance.)
– E-COATED FRAMES!!!!!! Get rid of the peeling and rusting rust!!!!!! (no issues with the wax, they aren’t rusting through or falling apart. This is just being picky, has been going on for decades with no issue.)
This is GM’s chance to get this right. 2014 was a rush to market update. It was ok, but the last 4 years have shown a lot of areas skipped over, not thought out enough, and just poor execution. As for engines, I would like to see a V6 Turbo before a diesel. (you are in the minority on the V6 turbo versus the diesel. Wouldn’t say it was a rush to market and certainly not poorly executed, they were class leading in many areas when introduced. It is the cycle of life, each new truck from each brand is tops for a year or so until another comes out. So new trucks will only be class leading for a year or two (three if they are lucky) then the new kid on the block comes and the cycle starts again).
Dude, I’ve been with a GM dealership for 20 yrs. I’ve seen the highs, lows, success and failures of GM over that time. I am by no means a Ford Fanboy, but there is a reason GM trucks haven’t outsold Ford in a few years now. They have a great truck with more features at the same price. Do they miss a few things, yes (like having halogen front lights on a base Lariat with leather). What I am going on is the service history of these trucks. As for no vibrations (or very few), tell that to our service department. Even a few of our own employees are experiencing it with no help from GM. The same goes for cabin pressure issues.
If you own a 2014, your truck has had numerous recalls due to shoddy workmanship or cheap parts (or poor design). Give me you VIN and I will show you your truck’s history off the GM system.
Your rebuttles to my points are your subjective opinion, which is fine. My points are based on what customers are telling us and wanting when comparing these trucks to Fords, and what our service department has seen over 4 yrs of this generation of truck being on the market. No offense but I will take what customers are telling us and the service track record is any day over one owner’s experience.
When a cloth LT has a price tag in Canada of $57,000, customers don’t expect to see rust on their frames in their wheel wells before they drive it off the lot, yet alone 6 mths after purchase. They expect to have a some comfort features like dual power buckets. They expect to have a surround view camera, factory installed trailer camera system instead of aftermarket dealer installed, etc. Ford offers it. GM will have to keep pace, especially since they want the same money for it.
There are more and more first time truck buyers each year and GM sales have either dropped or stayed static while Ford has steady growth. Customers are telling us something.
Bet they will debut in texas in December to end there (Chevy) 100 years of making trucks, with there special event to be held there. If not then at the Detroit auto show.
Texas is in the fall and already past.
Look for it at Detroit.
I’ve had 7 recalls on my 14. Still love the truck.
There’s nothing wrong with a recall; it shows that if there is a better way or safer way to do something, or if something wasn’t up to par, GM is going to take care of it (within reason). The 2014- current gen truck is not a bad truck. It just lacks a lot of things that the leader now offers for similar pricing to the GM. In 2014, GM was a leader, now they are not and need to up the game. Ford had taken some things that GM brought to market like under rail LED lighting in the box, and made them easier to use by placing the switch in the box where you walk up to and put your things in, instead of like GM who makes the owner put down his things, unlock the doors and reach inside to the center console to turn it on, and then again to turn it off after you are done with the box. Ford made sure their top engine is available in mid-level cloth trucks for those who want the performance but don’t need the top line trims for $10K plus more money. Their blind size monitoring actually knows when a trailer is attached and extends the range further back. Having factory installed trailering cameras for those who tow a lot is huge. Give GM credit that they did respond to this by having an aftermarket dealer installed option, but is warrantied by the aftermarket company, not GM. Ford’s trailer wiring system can actually monitor your trailer lights and if one isn’t working, brings up a picture of the trailer and which lamp is out. These may sound like small things, and to many, unnecessary and only drive the price up. But to a lot of people (half the trucks we sell are LTZ and High Countries), these things are the added value you get for the top dollar you spend. GM wants the same $$ for their trucks as Ford, but bring less value/features at this current time.
I fully expect them to remedy this in the next gen.
The WT interior needs to come in some color other than black. The Coco/Dune would be a good choice. The 6.2 needs to be available in all half ton models.
These trucks are GM’s bread and butter. I am tired of Dodge nearly beating GM in sales. GM has got to have models that will smoke Dodge and Toyota.
The 6.2 option needs to be more widely available AND priced more reasonably – $2,500 for a 3/8″ bigger bore and rectangular port heads with 8 offset rockers is senseless.
Fuel economy is NOT an issue with the 6.2; 56k miles into my Z71 crew and I’ve averaged exactly 21.0 mpg since new…which is 2.5 mpg better than my wife’s 5.3 Suburban, and 3.0 mpg better than my previous 5.3/A6/4×4.
Towing mirrors option with Z71.
A BIG sunroof.
Keyless entry and ignition.
Z71 that’s more than shocks and badges.
Coca/Dune on lesser trim levels. At least leather in anything besides just black on intermediate.
A V8 diesel option that performs.
And, finally, what we’ve ALL been begging for since LOSING them in 2007…
REAR SEAT A/C VENTS
I give thumbs down anytime I see a person post GM needs to offer what Ford or ram does!
I don’t care what other truck manufactures are doing I only care about what GM is doing! I don’t want tto hear about them, see them, or discuss them. That’s why I come on a GM website! (what a amazing idea)
Does GM need to imporve the trucks sure they do! Make improvements on the existing truck and some new ideas from within and move on with the next product.
I am not a big fan of looking over the fence at what my neighbors are doing, I believe in making your product as good as it can be instead of just coping someone else’s idea!
Clearly you don’t sell these for a living and deal with customers telling you everyday what the competition has to offer over hour product.
I am curious to what you think GM needs to improve on for features. And could you explain “Make improvements on the existing truck and some new ideas from within and move on to the next product.” Are you saying just make some tweaks to the existing truck and move on to another vehicle that needs updating?
GM needs to decide if they want status quo or if they want to move the needle with their new trucks. You want to move the needle well then you best address the upgrade to the current V8s in addition to the 2 new motor options. It means a lot to truck people. GM hit the home run with their new CUVs, ZL1, Volt/Bolt, Maven, Super Cruise CT6, OnStar, 4G connectivity etc. and the stock price proves it. Status quo will not be a deal breaker for when you add up all the truck sales you will see GM is still on top. Adding the new entry level Montana will make an affordable option too, but going for the juggler with their bread and butter vehicle and with a new marketing approach will make GM the mark of excellence once again.
The 4.3 V6, I don’t care if 1989 or 2019, always has been a bean counter’s decision, and not an engineer’s or gear head’s. A six wants to be straight or at least at a 60 degree bank angle, but never at 90 degrees. It’s a small block with two missing cylinders , with all the drawbacks and none of the benefits.
You could be more wrong! Those are the kindest words I can come up with! Disagree whole heartily! The 4.3 is a great engine that serves as a entry level power plant that is perfect!
A 6 cylinder does not need to be a inline or a 60 degree! 90 degree works just fine!
GM needs to combine high strength steel for the inside of the bed and aluminum for the outside to reduce weight while still maintaining the strength that truck people need! Use aluminum thought out the rest of the truck to lower the over all weight of the truck. Then show people in a ad how much the new GM actually do weight! Show the weight of the older GM truck next to a new one so people can see the difference!
I would like to see all engines become options on all trim levels on 1/2,3/4,1 ton trucks!
I’d like to see 8 speed and 10 speed and Allison transmissions be offered on all engines combinations.
I’d like to see GM build or be able to option both a 1/2 Street truck and a off road truck with any engine or transmission you choose. A slammed truck for performance and a 6 inch lift for off road.
Interior colors I could care less about remember it’s a truck not a Roll Royce, but make as many colors available so those kind of people can be happy!
As for engines time to take the gloves off and offer the 460 hp 460 tq 6.2 out of the corvette. 400 hp 415 tq 5.3, 300hp 300 tq 4.3.
Offer both shifters in separate packages for people who just can’t deal with not having a shifter on the console! For the rest of us that are perfectly fine with the shifter being on the column make it standard. Keeps the other guys from complaining! But they will anyway.