Vacant desk with a 'Brake Quality Engineer' nameplate marked 'FIRED,' symbolizing layoffs at an automotive company. Shadowy figures walk away in the background as Silverado and Sierra trucks are partially visible in a dimly lit industrial workspace

2024

GM Lays Off 1,000 Workers, Including the Brake Quality Guy – What Could Go Wrong?

General Motors (GM) has confirmed the layoff of approximately 1,000 employees worldwide, with a significant number of the affected individuals based at the company’s Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan. Key Details of the November 15th, 2024 GM Layoffs The layoffs affect both salaried and hourly workers, spanning several departments. A Worker Adjustment and Retraining… Continue reading GM Lays Off 1,000 Workers, Including the Brake Quality Guy – What Could Go Wrong?

Red Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2 towing a large black enclosed trailer on a wet road

Understanding the “GCW Overweight” Messages In Your Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra

If you own a Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra and tow trailers, you might see a “GCW Overweight” message appear in your gauge cluster. It’s easy to get worried, but don’t panic. Here’s everything you need to know. General Motors Technical Service Bulletin No.: PIC6572 Published Date: September 13, 2024 Understanding the GCW Overweight Indicator… Continue reading Understanding the “GCW Overweight” Messages In Your Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD with Duramax Diesel Engine driving off-road in a forest

2020

GM Issues Massive Trucks & SUV Recall for Rear Wheel Lock-Up: Everything You Need to Know

General Motors has issued a significant recall affecting hundreds of thousands of Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac trucks and SUVs in the GM lineup due to a risk of momentary rear wheel lock-up. This issue primarily impacts diesel-powered 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra models, and several 2021 SUVs. GM-Trucks.com readers who own or are considering one… Continue reading GM Issues Massive Trucks & SUV Recall for Rear Wheel Lock-Up: Everything You Need to Know

Front view of the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq electric SUV with Black Crystal Shield grille, displayed on a green field with palm trees in the background.

2026

Cadillac’s 2026 Vistiq EV: A Three-Row ‘Baby Escalade’ With 615 HP

Cadillac has unveiled the 2026 VISTIQ, a three-row electric SUV that bridges the gap between the midsize Lyriq and the full-size Escalade IQ in its EV lineup. Positioned as a “baby Escalade,” the VISTIQ is close in size to an XT6 and hits the same market. 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ – In Short Performance and Range:… Continue reading Cadillac’s 2026 Vistiq EV: A Three-Row ‘Baby Escalade’ With 615 HP

Close-up view of the rear of a black 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST in Sidewinder mode with wheels angled diagonally.

2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST | Sidewinder Mode in Action – Diagonal Steering Feature

Chevrolet’s 2025 Silverado EV RST gains a new capability: Sidewinder mode, an advanced feature enabling the truck to drive diagonally. Standard on all 2025 Silverado EV RST models, this system enhances the EV’s maneuverability by allowing all four wheels to turn in the same direction, improving performance in challenging environments like tight parking spots and… Continue reading 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST | Sidewinder Mode in Action – Diagonal Steering Feature

Two Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 pickup trucks parked in a snowy wooded area.

2024 & 2025 Silverado / Sierra Owners Experience 4WD Indicator Confusion

If you’ve recently started up your 2024–2025 Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra and noticed that the four-wheel drive (4WD) indicator isn’t immediately visible, you’re not alone. Dealerships have received inquiries about this, prompting a service bulletin (PIT6244) to address what might seem like a missing indicator. Here’s a straightforward explanation of what’s happening and why… Continue reading 2024 & 2025 Silverado / Sierra Owners Experience 4WD Indicator Confusion

Chevrolet Small-Block V8 timeline showcasing 7 vehicles over 7 decades of engine evolution.

The Small Block Turns 70: A Look Back At The Heart Of Chevrolet

Chevy’s small-block V8 has been a constant in American trucks for seven decades, powering generations of drivers from job sites to backcountry roads. Since its debut in 1955, this engine has been synonymous with reliability, performance, and a whole lot of grit. It’s the powerhouse behind millions of Chevy trucks, from classic C10s to today’s… Continue reading The Small Block Turns 70: A Look Back At The Heart Of Chevrolet

The 2024 Silverado HD ZR2 Bison in motion driving through the desert

2024

GM Q3 2024 Vehicle Sales by Brand: Silverado Sales Slip While EVs and Colorado Surge

General Motors is reporting a mixed bag of results for the third quarter of 2024, with some segments performing well and others showing notable declines. GM truck enthusiasts, in particular, will want to dig into the numbers to see where GM’s bread-and-butter models stack up. So, let’s cut through the noise and get straight to… Continue reading GM Q3 2024 Vehicle Sales by Brand: Silverado Sales Slip While EVs and Colorado Surge

2025 Chevrolet Silverado: Fresh Updates, Same Proven Strength

2025

2025 Chevrolet Silverado: Fresh Updates, Same Proven Formula

Chevrolet is bringing some notable updates to the 2025 Silverado, but don’t worry—they aren’t messing with a good thing. The Silverado has long been a go-to for truck buyers who need power, capability, and durability, and the latest model sticks to that formula while adding a few welcome upgrades. 2025 Silverado –  Power Where It… Continue reading 2025 Chevrolet Silverado: Fresh Updates, Same Proven Formula

Chevy Equinox EV: Now Comes With A Side Of Kale Juice

Chevy Equinox EV Now Comes With A Side Of Chocho & Blue Spirulina Juice

Chevrolet has teamed up with organic food retailer Erewhon to launch something you probably wouldn’t expect—a wellness drink. That’s right, Equinox EV Electric Juice is a limited-edition beverage designed to promote Chevy’s all-electric Equinox EV, and it will be available exclusively in Los Angeles for only one day. Edit 9/24/24: The original title of this… Continue reading Chevy Equinox EV Now Comes With A Side Of Chocho & Blue Spirulina Juice