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  • GMC Sierra HD AT4X

    GMC has taken the lead in the off-road truck market with its Sierra 1500 AT4X and Canyon AT4X models. Now, GMC has announced the release of the first-ever 2024 GMC Sierra HD AT4X, which includes the Sierra HD AT4X AEV Edition. This truck is designed to provide adventurers with increased off-road capability, as well as the towing capability required for heavy-duty hauling.

    The Sierra HD AT4X is a premium off-road truck that combines increased off-road capability and smooth on-road handling. It also boasts the most trailering technology in its class and luxurious comfort features. GMC’s AT4X trim will be available across its entire truck lineup, offering customers more premium choices when it comes to “do-it-all” capabilities.

    According to Duncan Aldred, global vice president of Buick-GMC, each model in the AT4X lineup delivers unique strengths, with the all-new Sierra HD AT4X offering the most luxurious and off-road capable HD truck ever offered by GMC. The AT4X makes it possible to conquer almost any terrain in complete comfort, while also having the towing power to bring along recreational toys, gear, or a camper for the adventure.

    AT4X

    The new Sierra HD AT4X builds on the revamped 2024 Sierra HD, which has received fresh design updates, new premium interiors, and a new tech-focused layout. The highlights of the new Sierra HD AT4X include:

    • Available 18,500-pound max trailering capacity1
    • Factory-installed 1.5-inch (38mm) suspension lift
    • Multimatic DSSV dampers
    • Rear e-locking differential
    • 35-inch Goodyear Territory tires
    • Specific front upper and lower control arms and specific steering knuckles
    • Larger steel transfer case skid plate and front aluminum skid plate
    • Unique Obsidian Rush interior featuring premium appointments like massaging, full-grain leather-wrapped front seats

    The Sierra HD AT4X comes with a new Off-Road Mode that adjusts different vehicle calibrations, including anti-lock brakes, traction control, and stability control. This feature provides optimized performance for off-road adventures. The Off-Road Mode also modifies throttle progression and transmission shifts, enabling better off-road control and performance.

    Extreme AEV Edition

    The AT4X AEV Edition, which is available, includes robust stamped steel bumpers with integrated recovery points and front winch capability to provide additional driver confidence and protection. The truck also has heavy-duty steel skid plates that help protect essential components, like the steering gear and transfer case, on the trail. Additional features of this edition include unique 18-inch Salta wheels, exterior badging, and interior cues.

    Dave Harriton, AEV CEO and founder, said that the Sierra HD is an ideal foundation for on-road performance, off-road capability, and towing power. AEV used its signature performance-driven approach and attention to detail to enhance the aspects that off-road customers want and demand in their heavy-duty truck, just like they did with the Sierra 1500 before. The result is an impressive truck with capability and confidence in all the right places.

    Heavy Duty capability: Turbocharged pulling power

    The new AT4X has the standard 6.6L gas engine, and it also offers the turbocharged power of the available 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel. For 2024, the Duramax Turbo-Diesel is improved to deliver 470 horsepower and 975 lb-ft of torque, providing more power across the entire operating speed range.

    Both engines come with an Allison 10-speed automatic transmission that’s designed to optimize engine power, torque, and efficiency.

    Confidence-inspiring trailering tech

    The new AT4X, like the rest of the 2024 Sierra HD lineup, has the most trailering assistance technologies in the heavy-duty class2. It also has the available ProGrade Trailering System that includes a suite of available intelligent assistance technologies designed to help streamline the hitching and towing process.

    These technologies include available enhanced Transparent Trailer View4 for Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Trailering, available Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert5, and new, available Adaptive Cruise Control5 with Trailering. Additionally, there are up to 14 available camera views6, including Hitch View, Bed View with Zoom and Bed Hitch Guidance, and Rear Side View with Trailer Length Indicator, that can help enhance customers’ safety and confidence.

    First-class interior luxury and comfort

    The first-ever Sierra HD AT4X is a premium HD pickup truck that is both off-road capable and luxurious, with the exclusive Obsidian Rush interior featuring full-grain leather-wrapped seats, Vanta Ash wood décor, and a 12-speaker Bose® Premium Series audio system. The AEV Edition adds the AEV logo on the front-seat head restraints and unique AEV-branded floor liners.

    The new cabin boasts an all-new, tablet-style 13.4-inch-diagonal infotainment touchscreen, a 12.3-inch-diagonal configurable driver information center, and a 15-inch-diagonal head-up display. These features provide customers with high levels of personalization and intuitive engagement. Additionally, the Obsidian Rush interior features power massaging front seats.

    Coming in Q3 2023

    The new 2024 GMC Sierra HD AT4X and AT4X AEV Edition will be available in dealerships in the fall of 2023, and their pricing will be revealed closer to the start of production.

  • Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2

    Chevrolet’s ZR2 emblem is closely related to off-road proficiency and now, the 2024 Silverado HD ZR2, the heavyweight all-terrain vehicle, joins the lineup. In addition, the 2024 Silverado HD ZR2 Bison, the specialty Chevy trucks vehicle, is unveiled, adding to the brand’s off-road credentials.

    Chevrolet has announced the release of three premium off-road performance pickup trucks, including the Colorado ZR2, Silverado 1500 ZR2, and the first-ever Silverado HD ZR2, for those who are ready to take on the trails.

    The 2024 Silverado HD lineup has been updated with the inclusion of the HD ZR2 and HD ZR2 Bison, both of which provide proven racing technology and improved off-road capacity. The unique ZR2 Bison offers specialized equipment from American Expedition Vehicles, a premium off-road aftermarket manufacturer, for those who want to experience the ultimate in off-road ability during their expeditions.

    “The all-new Silverado HD ZR2 and HD ZR2 Bison provide the off-road performance our customers have come to expect from a ZR2, with the towing and payload capabilities our HD customers demand,” said Michael MacPhee, director of Chevrolet Trucks Marketing. “They also expand the Silverado HD lineup, offering more choices for customers to find the perfect truck for work and off-road adventure.”

    The 2024 Silverado HD ZR2 and HD ZR2 Bison models are exclusively available in the 2500 Crew Cab setup, featuring the standard 6.6L gasoline engine or optional 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel. They utilize Chevrolet’s successful off-road racing experience, incorporating a specific set of improvements based on proven off-road capabilities. The Silverado HD ZR2 and HD ZR2 Bison are equipped to handle a variety of tasks, including trail crawling, challenging terrain navigation, and weekend adventure toy towing, without sacrificing on-road comfort or heavy-duty truck functionality. The Silverado HD ZR2 has a maximum payload of 3,397 pounds (gas engine), while the maximum trailering rating is an impressive 18,500 pounds with the available Duramax Turbo-Diesel, ensuring that adventurers do not have to leave any part of their journey behind.

    “The Silverado HD ZR2 is for those who want it all: For when you need to haul equipment to the jobsite during the week, then the camper and family off the beaten path on the weekend,” said Sahar Nasif, program engineering manager, Silverado HD ZR2. “It’s for those who want their tow rig to be just as cool as the toys it’s hauling.”

    The Silverado HD ZR2 has a distinct appearance, featuring the same front grille as the ZR2 family of trucks, which represents the expressive styling that the ZR2 family values. The truck also has unique wheel opening moldings with integrated mud guards, ZR2 badging on the grille bar, and a higher stance, which further enhance its appearance. Additionally, both the HD ZR2 and HD ZR2 Bison models feature the “flow-tie” emblem. Compared to other Silverado HD 4WD models, the HD ZR2’s suspension is raised approximately 1.5 inches (38 mm), both front and rear.

    Its off-road-capable features and content also include:

    • Specific front upper and lower control arms and specific steering knuckles
    • Multimatic DSSV Dampers
    • Larger steel transfer case skid plate and front aluminum skid plate
    • Rear e-locker
    • 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires mounted on 18 x 9-inch aluminum wheels.

    The HD ZR2 comes with a new Off-Road Mode that utilizes insights from the Colorado ZR2 and Silverado 1500 ZR2. This mode modifies different vehicle settings, including anti-lock brakes, traction control, and stability control, to improve their performance when driving off-road. It also adjusts throttle response and transmission shifts, while the locking rear axle doesn’t have a speed limit.

    The collaboration between HD ZR2 Bison and AEV has set a new standard for off-road performance.

    Chevrolet collaborated with AEV to create the HD ZR2 Bison, a factory package that targets the most enthusiastic off-roaders. The package expands on the HD ZR2’s existing features, incorporating the following enhancements:

    • Exclusive gloss black, 18-inch AEV wheels
    • Distinctive cut high-approach, stamped-steel front bumper with integrated recovery points and winch provisions
    • Unique stamped-steel cut rear bumper with recovery points
    • Tough, stamped steel underbody skid plates for the front of the vehicle, steering rack, exhaust and transfer case

    The Bison models have distinctive badges and AEV logo on the front-seat head restraints.

    Furthermore, the HD ZR2 and HD ZR2 Bison also come with practical features that are available in the entire Silverado HD lineup. These features include the DuraBed cargo box that maximizes cargo capacity, the corner step rear bumper, BedSteps, power tailgate, a 120-volt power outlet, available six-position Multi-Flex tailgate and more.

    IN FOCUS

    The Multimatic spool-valve dampers used in the Silverado HD ZR2 are designed to provide optimal off-road capability while maintaining on-road comfort. These dampers were first used on the Colorado ZR2 racing program and were tested with Chad Hall Racing in the Best in The Desert off-road racing series. Compared to conventional shim-type dampers, the unique spool-valve design has three separate spools and offers unlimited tuning variability to control damping, resulting in more precise damping performance for greater control on and off the road.

    The interior has been redesigned to have a ZR2 style.

    The HD ZR2 and ZR2 Bison come with the newly redesigned interior of the 2024 Silverado HD lineup. It’s built for a blend of premium materials, excellent work-ready functionality, and next-level technology integration. The cabin offers features that HD truck buyers expect with an emphasis on off-road prowess, just like the Silverado 1500 ZR2.

    The Jet Black and Graystone leather-appointed surfaces of the interior complement its dark trim accents. The materials used in the interior are also easy to clean after a day of off-road driving.

    The instrument panel of the HD ZR2 and ZR2 Bison boasts a best-in-class 13.4-inch-diagonal infotainment screen and an expansive 12.3-inch-diagonal configurable driver information center. They serve as the driver’s command center and are canted towards the driver, enhancing the command center perspective. Smart off-road technology like the available 15-inch Head-Up Display with an off-road inclinometer and HD Surround Vision is also available.

    The HD ZR2’s interior space is efficiently designed with a redesigned wireless phone charger area and a flow-under console that offers the spaciousness of a bench seat while retaining the functionality of a center console.

    Coming in Q3 2023

    The manufacturing of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 and ZR2 Bison will commence later this summer at the Flint Assembly plant in Michigan10. The pricing details will be revealed closer to the start of production.

  • Chevrolet Silverado HD

    Chevrolet brings everything heavy-duty truck customers want and need with the 2024 Silverado HD — with no compromises in capability and comfort. The 2024 Silverado HD arrives with powertrain upgrades, a more commanding presence paired with an overhauled interior, enhancements to its revolutionary trailering technology, and infotainment and active safety technology2 upgrades.

    “We’ve designed the Silverado HD to be our customers’ favored choice for true truck capability,” said Scott Bell, vice president of Chevrolet. “The enhancements to the 2024 model build on its core strengths to provide an even stronger balance of the design, strength and confidence that makes tackling the hard jobs, including trailering, easier and more convenient than ever.”

    The lineup includes 2500HD and 3500HD models in Regular Cab, Double Cab and Crew Cab configurations. Dual-rear-wheel models are available on 3500HD and they support the lineup’s highest trailering capacity: 36,000 pounds3. The 2024 Silverado HD is available in Work Truck, Custom, LT, LTZ, and High Country trims. ZR2 will join the HD trim lineup later in the model year for the first time.

    Allison 10-speed transmission enhances gas-engine trailering capability

    For the first time, the proven Allison 10-speed automatic transmission is now standard equipment for both the Silverado HD’s powertrains: the standard 6.6L V-8 gas engine and the available Duramax turbo-diesel. It replaces the gas engine’s previous six-speed automatic, offering smaller “steps” between the gears, which enables the 6.6L gas engine to hold closer to its peak power for longer periods.

    The improvements translate to a more confident feeling of on-demand power, regardless of whether the truck is towing a trailer. When it comes time to tow, the 10-speed configuration helps channel every single pound-foot of torque to the tires in every gear. In turn, the 2024 Silverado HD’s Gross Combined Weight Rating with the 6.6L gas engine increases to 26,000 pounds7, up from 24,000 pounds previously.

    Additionally, the Allison transmission’s 10-speed design optimizes grade braking with the gas engine, with the closer gear ratios enabling greater engine-braking control. That, in addition to precise tuning for smooth shifts and quicker downshifts, complements the enhanced feeling of on-demand power, greater control, precision and refinement.

    More power, more torque and greater refinement for the Duramax turbo-diesel

    Silverado engineers continue to further push the renowned Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel V-8 engine, and with the 2024 Silverado HD, they’ve issued their latest upgrades.

    Overall, the horsepower and torque numbers increase to 470 hp and 975 lb-ft of torque, per SAE J1349. Additional changes and upgrades were designed to produce a more efficient combustion, which enhances overall performance. Further, engineers enhanced low-end torque production by up to 25% for improved performance at low speeds or climbing grades, and particularly when trailering.

    Commanding presence

    The 2024 Silverado HD has a commanding presence, driven by a freshened front-end appearance that features a new fascia, new headlights, new grille and more. The truck’s chiseled appearance combines with timeless design that not only looks, but is, prepared for anything.

    C-shaped LED graphic lamps frame the new fascia, inspired by the signature design of the Silverado 1500, while bold, new headlights on LTZ, ZR2 and High Country models feature dual-projector technology. The main and high beams of these new lights are now split into dual functions, and as owners approach or depart their 2024 Silverado HD, an animated lighting sequence welcomes or bids them farewell from the truck.

    Additional exterior updates include standard tow hooks, and “CHEVROLET” lettering featured on the hood scoop. Six new exterior colors have been added as well: Sterling Gray, Dark Ash, Radiant Red, Auburn Metallic, Lakeshore Blue Metallic (late availability) and Meteorite Metallic (late availability).

    Atop numerous updates, Silverado HD’s design continues to boast the breakthrough features and technologies that contribute to its true truck capability. They include the Durabed cargo box that optimizes every square inch for maximum cargo capability — including up to 83.5 cubic feet with the long box — as well as the CornerStep rear bumper, BedSteps, available six-position Multi-Flex tailgate, available 120-volt power outlet, available power tailgate and more.

    The lineup also retains the popular Z71 Sport Edition, Z71 Chrome Sport Edition and Midnight Special Edition appearance packages, as well as the Alaskan Snow Plow Special Edition.

    New wheel and tire options for the Silverado HD include:

    • 20-inch bright chrome wheels available on LTZ
    • 18-inch polished aluminum dually wheel and all-terrain tires optional on 3500HD LTZ and standard on 3500HD High Country
    • 20-inch off-road tires available on Z71 Sport Edition, Midnight Special Edition, Alaskan Snow Plow Special Edition and Z71 Off-Road package

    Redesigned, more refined interior

    In addition to the exterior styling updates, all models receive a new interior designed for greater work-ready functionality and next-level technology integration.

    LT, LTZ and High Country models introduce a dramatically redesigned passenger space centered around an all-new instrument panel that houses an expansive infotainment screen: a 13.4-inch-diagonal infotainment1 display. A 12.3-inch-diagonal configurable driver information center complements the new infotainment display. The infotainment screen and other controls are also canted toward the driver, giving the driver more of a “command center” perspective. This ethos pulls directly from the simple and iconic looks the C/K Series trucks set in the 1970s and 1980s.

    This smarter command center also includes a redesigned wireless phone charger4 area to reduce distractions and a flow-under console. The latter design provides the spaciousness of a bench seat while retaining the functionality of a center console. Ahead of the driver is an available and configurable head-up display.

    “It’s a more open-feeling and contemporary interior that passengers will find inviting,” said Phil Zak, executive director of Global Chevrolet Design. “It’s an environment that intentionally puts more at the driver’s fingertips, for a greater feeling of confidence and connection with the vehicle.”

    Additional interior updates and upgrades include:

    • Fresh screen displays and graphics inspired by the recently refreshed Silverado 1500
    • Authentic leather-wrapped surfaces and real wood accents available on certain models
    • New center console on LT, LTZ and High Country models that incorporates an available wireless charger4
    • More space for side-by-side cupholders in the console: There is a total of 10 total cupholders available, depending on the model and configuration
    • New audio control knobs that help strike an ideal balance between physical and digital controls, along with similar buttons recently introduced in the refreshed Silverado 1500 that allow some popular features to be accessed with a single push
    • Climate vents and controls for second-row passengers
    • Enhanced hidden storage, including in the console, upper and lower gloveboxes and even a sunglasses holder behind the infotainment screen

    New and improved trailering technologies

    Chevrolet’s suite of customer-focused trailering technologies is designed to improve the experience with optimal visibility, easier hitching and greater driving comfort when towing a trailer. It’s improved with the 2024 Silverado HD, with a number of enhanced and new features:

    • Adaptive Cruise Control with Trailer2 is an all-new technology for Silverado HD. It allows the Silverado HD’s available Adaptive Cruise Control to account for additional drag and increased braking distances when towing a trailer.
    • Enhanced Transparent Trailer2 expands the current Transparent Trailer2 technology by allowing it to work with fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers
    • Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert2 extends the blind zone area of interest to help enhance safety and situational awareness when trailering
    • GCW Alert warns the driver if the vehicle and trailer weight exceed the vehicle’s Gross Combined Weight Rating

    The Silverado HD makes trailering easier with established available features, including up to 14 unique camera views5 such as HD Surround Vision and Bed View, an in-vehicle Trailering App6. Chevy optimized this suite of available camera views to ensure the 2024 Silverado HD provides the right view in any moment. Every Silverado HD includes a vehicle-specific Trailering Information Label, which lists its unique trailering metrics including the trailering ratings to the max tongue weight, max payload and more.

    Additionally, the max tow package is now available across all Silverado 2500 trims, bolstering the maximum towing capability for the 2500HD series equipped with the 6.6L turbo-diesel V-8 engine to 22,500 pounds7.

    Enhanced infotainment and driver awareness technologies

    The Silverado HD is designed to make the drive more enjoyable, with new, more intuitive infotainment1 technologies and an expanded roster of driver awareness technologies.

    On the infotainment side, Google built-in8 compatibility enables customers to connect virtually every aspect of their daily lives through Google Assistant, which is available through the infotainment system touchscreen or voice command. With the Google Assistant, it’s easy to send texts, play music, receive directions with Google Maps, adjust vehicle settings and even control smart home devices all hands free.

    When it comes to safety and driver assistance technologies2, Adaptive Cruise Control is a newly available feature. It complements and bolsters the suite of standard active safety and driver assistance features that includes:

    • Front Pedestrian Braking
    • Forward Collision Alert
    • Automatic Emergency Braking
    • Lane Departure Warning
    • Following Distance Indicator

    Coming in Q1 2023

    The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD will make its public debut at the State Fair of Texas starting with the press day on Sept. 29, and the truck will be on display throughout the public days. Production begins in the first half of 2023 at General Motors’ Flint Assembly in Michigan, and at Oshawa Assembly in Canada9. Pricing and additional details will be released closer to the start of production.

    Welcome to High Country

    High Country is the most expressive and meticulously crafted trim in Chevrolet’s lineup — the 2024 Silverado HD elevates it further. Topping the updates are a new and exclusive Nightshift Blue interior, which includes Jet Black and Umber elements. The cabin also wears new metal “High Country” badges on the center console and “High Country” embroidering on the head restraints, upholstered with unique Ares leather seating surfaces that feature a wingtip pattern. The seats also feature premium fabric piping, while the door panels include fabric piping and trim with authentic open-pore wood. The wood additionally serves as a decorative trim on the upper glovebox. On the exterior, a new High Country exclusive 20-inch bright chrome wheel design is standard.

    Additional High Country details and standard features include power-adjustable heated and ventilated front seats with memory and haptic sensors, acid-etched stainless steel speaker grilles for the standard Bose seven-speaker audio system, rain-sensing wipers and wireless charging4 located in the center console.

    The 2024 Silverado HD High Country trim will also be available with a new Midnight Edition. Available for the first time on the High Country trim, the Midnight Edition darkens the exterior with black chrome accents in the grille and grille bar and swaps in black badging. Black power assist steps complete the look. The Silverado HD High Country Midnight Edition also includes 20-inch, high-gloss black painted wheels as standard, with 22-inch wheels in the same finish available.

    The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD High Country Midnight Edition package includes:

    • Black Hood Vent
    • Black Lower Skid
    • Black Bowtie/Badging (except Allison Duramax)
    • Black 20-inch High Gloss Wheels
    • Black Door Handles
    • Black Grille
    • Black Mirror Skull Caps
    • Black Body-Side Molding/Inserts
    • Black DLO
    • Black Assist Steps