Two weeks ago we reported that GM would stop producing some of its 5.3L engines with active fuel management(AFM) and dynamic fuel management (DFM) due to the worldwide chip shortage. Today we have more information on exactly how those engines will be configured to accomplish that goal. The company has released an updated Technical Service… Continue reading Here’s How GM Will Produce Engines Without Fuel Saving Features Due To Chip Shortage
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Chevrolet and GMC will temporarily stop producing 5.3L engines with Active Fuel Management and Dynamic Fuel Management in the face of semi-conductor shortages worldwide. In a memo sent to dealers this morning, General Motors outlined a significant change in the 2021 5.3L L82/L84 engines that feature AFM and DFM. Due to a worldwide shortage of… Continue reading Chevy & GMC Will Drop AFM/DFM Fuel Saving Tech From Some Silverado & Sierra Pickups
Our friend Tim over at Pickup Truck + SUV Talk scored some insane exclusive news today regarding some engine changes coming down the line for the Chevrolet Silverado in 2022. Tim was watching the live stream from the Work Truck Show, which is being held virtually this year. In the middle of the mundane minutia… Continue reading Chevy / GMC Dropping Legacy 4.3L and 5.3L Engines Along With Six-Speed For 2022
We’ve been publishing spy shots of the heavily refreshed 2022 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra like crazy over the past few weeks. Today is no different as we get our cleanest view yet at the redesigned headlights expected to debut on the 2022 Silverado. Our spy photographer recently caught a convoy of 2022 Silverado in… Continue reading [Spy Shots] Updated 2022 Chevy Silverado Headlights Come Into View
Earlier this month we reported on a General Motors Technical Service Bulletin that detailed a “No Start / Long Crank” condition affecting a long list of GM products. Recently, the 2021 Silverado and Sierra, both light duty and heavy duty variations, were added to the list. If you didn’t see our article on the original… Continue reading 2021 Silverado & 2021 Sierra added to “No Start/Long Crank” Service Bulletin
We’re quickly approaching the formal unveiling of the all new 2022 GMC Sierra and 2022 Chevy Silverado. While we’re not entirely sure when that day will be we keep catching clues to the testing these vehicles are undergoing as they finish up engineering and validation. Recently, our spy photographer caught what appears to be a… Continue reading [Spy Shots] 2022 GMC Sierra Caught Testing Yet Again
General Motors has issued a Technical Service Bulletin for a wide selection of 2019/2020/2021 model year vehicles that are experiencing a no-start or long crank condition. This includes the Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, and more. Technical Service Bulletin: #20-NA-218 Updated: 2/5/2021 TSB #20-NA-218 Applies To: 2020 Cadillac CT5 2021 Cadillac Escalade &… Continue reading TSB Issued For No Start / Long Crank Condition Occurring On Trucks & SUVs
General Motors is addressing an issue that may cause check engine lights on 2020/2021 Diesel Silverado and Sierra pickups. Both 3.0L and 6.6L Diesel Duramax engines could have an error related to the emission and/or exhaust fluid systems. Technical Service Bulletin: #21-NA-07 Release Date: 1/20/2021 Vehicles Covered Under This TSB 2020 & 2021 Chevrolet Silverado… Continue reading New TSB Issued For Duramax 3.0L LM2 and 6.6L LP5 Diesel P206B, Emission & Exhaust Fluid Errors
General Motors is announcing that 650 part-time temporary workers will be converted to full-time roles in January 2021. The additional full-time jobs will be added to sites in Michigan, Indiana, Texas & Missouri. It’s no coincidence that all of those states are home to the facilities that produce GM’s entire truck and SUV lineup. The… Continue reading GM Will Convert 650 Temporary Workers To Full-Time This Month
If you own a 2019/2020/2021 Chevrolet or GMC full-size truck or SUV with a bench seat your front seat belts may not be fully attached. Chevrolet and GMC are recalling a large number of full size trucks and SUVs because a seat belt mount may not be connected to the vehicle frame. It’s estimated that… Continue reading 625,000 Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra & Yukon Recalled Over Seat Belt Concerns