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GMC Yukon Ranks Highest in Segment in APEAL

GMC Yukon Ranks Highest in Segment in APEAL

The 2014 GMC Yukon ranked highest in its segment in the J.D. Power Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout StudySM released today. Yukon was also recently recognized by J.D. Power in both the Initial Quality and Vehicle Dependability Studies. “Recognizing the Yukon demonstrates the effort and attention to det ... Continue reading

GM Announces Six New Recalls for Varying Safety Issues

GM Announces Six New Recalls for Varying Safety Issues

General Motors today announced six safety recalls covering 717,949 recent model vehicles in the U.S. “These recalls signify how we’ve enhanced our approach to safety,” said Jeff Boyer, vice president, Global Vehicle Safety. “We are bringing greater rigor and discipline to our analysis and decision m ... Continue reading

The Auto Channel News - 5, 10 and 15 Years Ago Today July 24, 2014

The Auto Channel News - 5, 10 and 15 Years Ago Today July 24, 2014

The Auto Channel News Library, KY July 24, 2014; The Auto Channel maintains the largest compendium (1.5 million) of auto-centric news, automotive stories, articles, reviews, rants and raves, auto show coverage, auto industry news, alt fuel truth and professional vehicle reviews. Below you will see links to just three o ... Continue reading

2015 GMC Canyon: Smaller Size and Maneuverable Solution is All New for Pickup Customers

2015 GMC Canyon: Smaller Size and Maneuverable Solution is All New for Pickup Customers

The growing popularity of smaller vehicles applies to pickups as well, and customers say maneuverability is a top reason for choosing a midsize pickup. The 2015 GMC Canyon delivers the right size vehicle for consumers who are looking for a more agile pickup. “An increasing number of customers don’t need the f ... Continue reading

2015 Chevrolet and GMC Pickups, SUVs to Offer Eight-Speed Transmission

2015 Chevrolet and GMC Pickups, SUVs to Offer Eight-Speed Transmission

Chevrolet and GMC have confirmed a new eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models equipped with the 6.2L EcoTec3 V-8. The GM-developed Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed is approximately the same size and weight as the Hydra-Matic 6L ... Continue reading

SUVs and Crossovers Overtake Sedans to Become Most Popular Vehicle Body Style in the U.S

SUVs and Crossovers Overtake Sedans to Become Most Popular Vehicle Body Style in the U.S

For the first time, retail registrations of sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and crossovers (CUVs) have surpassed sedans in the U.S., according to recent analysis of new vehicle retail registrations (through May) by IHS Automotive, part of IHS Inc. . For decades, the traditional four-door sedan has dominated U.S. highways ... Continue reading

GM Offers Vehicle Discounts to Education Community

GM Offers Vehicle Discounts to Education Community

Now through Jan. 2, 2015, current employees of a public or private school, university or college are eligible to participate in the new GM Educator Discount program and receive a significant discount on the purchase or lease of a new 2015 or 2014 Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicle. "GM values the work our educators and su ... Continue reading

Magnetic ride control enhances attraction GMC of Sierra Denali

Magnetic ride control enhances attraction GMC of Sierra Denali

Magnetic ride control is an all-new, exclusive feature on the 2015 GMC Sierra Denali, advancing its position as the most refined and technologically advanced truck on the market. It’s the first time the advanced, electronically controlled damping system has been offered on a full-size truck. Magnetic ride control ... Continue reading

2015 Silverado and Sierra 1500 Will Tow Up to 12,000 Pounds, Based on SAE J2807

2015 Silverado and Sierra 1500 Will Tow Up to 12,000 Pounds, Based on SAE J2807

Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra light-duty pickups will maintain a 12,000-pound maximum available trailer weight rating as they transition to new ratings for 2015 based on SAE J2807 Recommended Practices. “We engineered the new Silverado and Sierra 1500s to be our most capable light-duty pickups ever,” sai ... Continue reading

GM Again Receives Most Initial Quality Vehicle Awards

GM Again Receives Most Initial Quality Vehicle Awards

General Motors continues its strong performance in the J.D. Power Initial Quality StudySM taking more initial quality awards than any other automaker for the second year in a row. GM also has the most models ranked in the top three in their respective segments. GM’s plant in Ingersoll, Canada, where the Chevrolet ... Continue reading

Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon Top Segment in Power

Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon Top Segment in Power

Standard engine rated at 200 horsepower, 191 lb-ft of torque 3.6L six-cylinder rated at 305 horsepower, 269 lb-ft of torque Max trailering capacity rated up to 7,000 pounds DETROIT – The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon will have the most horsepower in the midsized truck segment when they go on sale this fal ... Continue reading

California, Texas and Florida Lead U.S. in Diesel and Hybrid Vehicles

California, Texas and Florida Lead U.S. in Diesel and Hybrid Vehicles

Diesel car registrations have increased 30% and hybrids have increased 64% since 2010. ​WASHINGTON June 5, 2014; NACS Online reported that California, Texas and Florida lead the country in registrations of fuel-efficient clean diesel and hybrid passenger vehicles, according to a new analysis and data released yes ... Continue reading

KBB's 10 Most Affordable SUV's - Compare Your Favorite

KBB's 10 Most Affordable SUV's - Compare Your Favorite

May 28, 2014 Photos(1) CLOSE IRVINE, Calif., May 28, 2014 -- Whether car shoppers are looking for an all-new family hauler, a means of navigating through inclement weather, or cargo space not found in smaller vehicles, an SUV is often the answer. And no matter what shoppers seek, chances are they also are in search of ... Continue reading

Nutson's Nuggets - Automotive News Factoids Week of May 19-25, 2014

Nutson's Nuggets - Automotive News Factoids Week of May 19-25, 2014

Automotive News Factoids Week of May 19-25, 2014* At the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) Spring Rally, two all-new vehicle models, one truck and one car, made there first ever in-person appearance before the media. GMC introduced the 2015 Sierra All Terrain HD, a refined, off-road-inspired execution of the ... Continue reading

GMC Introduces 2015 Sierra All Terrain HD

GMC Introduces 2015 Sierra All Terrain HD

GMC today introduced the 2015 Sierra All Terrain HD, a refined, off-road-inspired execution of the brand’s capability that blends exclusive design features with the versatility of 4WD. It goes on sale this summer. “The new 2015 GMC Sierra HD lineup helps customers tackle tough jobs more comfortably, and with ... Continue reading

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