sierra

GMC’s Sierra 1500 got a redesign for 2019 to give it a nicer cabin and to improve its towing and hauling prowess. Does it stand out among the competition in the full-size pickup truck rankings? No. Sierra is still a great truck. It offers a smooth ride and a variety of powerful engine options to …

Sometimes, numbers in a vehicle’s name mean something. In BMWs, for example, they used to signify both the specific series (3-series, 5-series, etc.) and the engine displacement. E.g., a 328i was a 3-series with a 2.8-liter engine. Now, such digits are little more than an internal sorting code. Even trucks aren’t necessarily immune to this. …

One of the most challenging parts of reviewing cars is finding a way to put yourself in the mindset of a potential buyer. As a 30-year-old enthusiast living in a crowded city, it’s clear that cars such as the Hyundai Veloster N and Honda Civic Si are aimed at people like me. But what about …

Recently, we learned that the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 diesel had earned an EPA rating of 23/30/26 mpg (city/highway/combined). Granted, that figure drops a bit if you choose the 4×4 version, but still. It seems like only yesterday that we were cheering midsize pickup trucks for finally cresting 30 mpg highway. The fact that a …