GM introduced the fully refreshed 2024 GMC Sierra HD earlier this month, pulling the sheets on a wide variety of updates and changes for the heavy-duty pickup. Among these updates is the inclusion of GM’s Global B electronic architecture.
For those readers who may be unaware, the GM Global B electronic architecture is essentially a digital “nervous system” that leverages both software and hardware to connect a swath of on-board digital features. Also known as Vehicle Intelligence Platform, or VIP, the Global B electronic architecture offers a several advantages over preceding electronic systems, such as over-the-air software updates, an enhanced user interface, an improved infotainment experience, greater processing power, and improved in-vehicle system communication.
GM first put the Global B system into production with the 2020 Cadillac CT5 luxury sedan, but now, Global B is in-use with wide range of GM vehicles, including:
- 2020+ Cadillac CT5
- 2020+ Cadillac CT4
- 2020+ Chevy Corvette
- 2021+ Buick Envision
- 2021+ Cadillac Escalade
- 2021+ Chevy Tahoe
- 2021+ Chevy Suburban
- 2022+ BrightDrop Zevo 600
- 2022+ Chevy Silverado 1500
- 2022+ GMC Hummer EV Pickup
- 2022+ GMC Sierra 1500
- 2023+ Cadillac Lyriq
- 2023+ Chevy Colorado
- 2023+ GMC Canyon
Now, Global B is in use with the 2024 GMC Sierra HD as well. Looking ahead, all new GM Ultium-based vehicles will also incorporate Global B / VIP, including the Cadillac Celestiq, GMC Sierra EV, GMC Hummer EV SUV, Chevy Silverado EV, Chevy Blazer EV, and Chevy Equinox EV. In fact, Vehicle Intelligence Platform will be in-use for most GM vehicles by 2023, per previous GM Authority coverage.
As for the 2024 GMC Sierra HD, the latest refresh introduces new exterior styling, an overhauled interior, a new trim level lineup, and powertrain updates. Highlight include the debut of the 2024 GMC Sierra HD Denali Ultimate and Sierra HD AT4X off-roader, while the optional 6.6L V8 L5P turbodiesel Duramax engine is now uprated at 470 horsepower and 975 pound-feet of torque, as compared to the 445 horsepower and 910 pound-feet of torque produced prior to the refresh.
As a reminder, the refreshed 2024 GMC Sierra HD will arrive in dealers in Q1 of the 2023 calendar year.
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