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2011 Sierra HD Trucks With New Duramax 6.6L Turbo Diesel Engines Are B20 Biodiesel-Capable
Posted on 10. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
GM’s new Duramax 6.6L turbo diesel engine has been substantially revised to include B20 capability, as well as meet strict new emissions standards effective this year. Two versions of the engine are offered – one for pickups and another for chassis cab and box-delete models.
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Enhanced Allison 1000 Transmission Helps New Heavy-Duty Trucks Do More With Less Fuel
Posted on 10. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
The new, 2011 GMC Sierra Denali HD, 2500HD, 3500HD and chassis cab/box-delete commercial trucks are designed to deliver greater capability and improved fuel efficiency. A new 6.6L Duramax diesel – the segment’s most powerful – and Allison 1000 six-speed automatic transmission powertrain combination is a key contributor to the trucks’ greater performance, with the Allison transmission ensuring engine power is transmitted smoothly and efficiently in trucks with higher GVWRs.
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Vortec 6.0L V-8 And 6L90 Six-Speed Combination Delivers Efficient, Integrated Performance In 2011 GMC Sierra Heavy-Duty Trucks
Posted on 10. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
The engine is rated at 360 horsepower (268 kW) at 5,400 rpm and 380 lb.-ft. (515 Nm) at 4,200 in Sierra Denali HD, 2500HD and 3500HD pickup models. In chassis cab, box-delete models and pickups with a GVWR greater than 10,000 pounds, it is rated at 322 horsepower (240 kW) at 4,400 rpm and 380 lb.-ft. (515 Nm) at 4,200 rpm.
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2011 Heavy-Duty Trucks Build On Proven Strong Heritage With New Duramax 6.6L Turbo Diesel Engines
Posted on 10. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
For 2011, that bar has been raised with two new Duramax 6.6L turbo diesel engines, which are offered on the new GMC Sierra Denali HD, 2500HD and 3500HD, as well as commercial chassis cab and box-delete models, launching this summer. There are two versions – one for pickups (engine code LML) and one for chassis cab and box-delete vehicles (engine code LGH).
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New 2011 HD Truck Chassis Cab And Box-Delete Models
Posted on 10. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
Chevrolet’s new 2011 Silverado 3500HD chassis cab trucks are stronger, sturdier and more secure. They offer a wider range of uses than the models they replace, thanks to a more powerful 6.6L Duramax diesel, as well as increased gross vehicle weight ratings of up to 13,200 pounds (5,987 kg) and a gross combined weight rating of up to 27,500 pounds (12,473 kg) on dual rear wheel models.
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New 2011 Heavy Duty Trucks Deliver Best-In-Class Diesel Torque And Horsepower
Posted on 10. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
Chevrolet’s new 2011 Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD pickups deliver the segment’s best diesel power. Their new, optional 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel V-8 is rated at 397 horsepower (296 kW) at 3,000 rpm and 765 lb.-ft. of torque (1,037 Nm) at 1,600 rpm – an improvement of 32 horsepower (24 kW) and 105 lb.-ft. of torque (142 Nm) over last year’s engine.
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Heinrich Chevrolet goes for Guinness World Record
Posted on 09. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
Heinrich Chevrolet of Lockport, NY will be making a record attempt at the “World’s Largest Chevy Truck Parade” on March 28, 2010, and they need YOUR help! All you have to do is show up with your Chevrolet truck and be part of the cruise (and scarf down a hot dog or two). The event is free and for each person attending Heinrich Chevrolet will be donating $10 to the Niagara Hospice.
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GM Foundation Donates $70,000 to United Negro College Fund to Assist Deserving Students
Posted on 08. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
GM has recently announced two donations to the Untied Negro College Fun, or UNCF, totalling $70,000. The donation consists of a $50,000 donation to UNCF’s Campaign for Emergency Student Aid and a $20,000 donation toward scholarship and operating support for UNCF.
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Bub Lutz retiring May 1st
Posted on 08. Mar, 2010 by Josh Merva.
“The influence Bob Lutz has had on GM’s commitment to design, build and sell the world’s best vehicles will last for years to come,” GM CEO and Chairman Ed Whitacre said. “I, along with many other men and women in GM and throughout the industry, have greatly benefited from his passion, wisdom and guidance.”
