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GM's Q1 2026 Earnings: Gas Trucks Print Money While EVs Cost $1.1B

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:57:53 +0000

I just posted a full breakdown of General Motors' Q1 2026 financial report on the GM-Trucks.com home page. Wall Street expected an average quarter, but GM completely crushed it with a massive $4.3 billion adjusted profit.

Here are the quick highlights:

Trucks Rule: GM holds a dominating 42% market share in the U.S. full-size pickup segment. Gas-powered trucks and crossovers are funding the whole operation.
Tariff Windfall: GM scored a $500 million boost from a Supreme Court ruling on old tariffs.
The EV Pullback Cost: Slowing down EV production cost GM a massive $1.1 billion charge to pay suppliers and cancel contracts.
Subscriptions: Super Cruise revenue jumped 85% year-over-year.

You can read the full deep-dive article with all the numbers here: https://www.gm-trucks.com/gm-q1-2026-earnings-truck-sales-ev-pullback/

What do you all think? Does taking a $1.1 billion hit on EVs just to refocus on highly profitable gas trucks make sense for GM's long-term strategy? Drop your thoughts below!

Future Military Pick Up Assembly?

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:15:00 +0000

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2026/04/gm-defense-could-build-military-vehicles-in-oshawa-mayor-says/

Oshawa has built pick ups for the Canadian Armed Forces in the past.

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Spring of 1981:

2023 Sierra Half Ton, Polymer Leaf Springs?

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 03:49:40 +0000

General question to those with with more knowledge than myself. Currently considering ordering a new 2023 Sierra 1500. Its been more than a decade since my last new truck purchase. Thinking of going with a 3.0 Duramax. However a video surfaced on youtube in the last few days claiming to show a new 2023 sierra with polymer leaf springs. Of course not everything one see's on the net is true. Does anyone have first hand knowledge of this? Thanks

'Flat Grey'

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 17:27:21 +0000

What is w/ the OEMs falling all over themselves to offer 'Elpo Grey' as a colour choice? The reason I call it that, is GM's electrodeposit primer is that colour. To me it looks like they ran the car or truck thru the elpo line, then bypassed the colour booths & then gave it a clear coat. Even the Corvette my dealer had in their showroom was that colour...

Plus it seem that if the vehicle is a metallic, there's an upcharge.

The colour choices appear to be getting fewer & fewer & the 'ones' that aren't black, white, silver, maroon are God awful. I see a new GMC Canyon @ the parts store I deal w/ & it's a yellowish green metallic

Former GM Powertrain Engineer REVEALS Truth on Quality Issues

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 13:56:04 +0000

It starts to get real interesting at about 14 min in

Factory to factory radio swap

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 01:32:55 +0000

I’m sure this has been posted somewhere but I can’t seem to find exactly what I need to answer my question.

I have a 2016 Silverado that came with the LT small 4 inch screen for the radio and I picked up a nice bigger screen factory from a 2018. Everything fits perfect and the radio works but there is no display and I haven’t even attempted to hook up the DVD player. I don’t have controls on the wheel. Do I need an adapter or something to make the new radio jive?

The new GM logo and branding - What it really means

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:18:47 +0000

With all the buzz last week about the new GM brand logo, I decided to create this video going over what it actually means for the future of the brand.

Headlight wire colors

Tue, 17 May 2022 02:17:31 +0000

Need help in figuring out what color wires control blinkers and running lights on a 20 Silverado 1500.

have tested the wires with a test light, and seem to get several indications for 12 V power. If anyone knows what color the wires are that control these, it would be greatly appreciated.

GM making a mistake or not

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 14:26:14 +0000

Salesman friend of mine told me yesterday an email from GM came out saying GM only making crew cab trucks for 2021. No extended cabs, or no regular cabs. Any truth to this I wonder? I think it would be a big mistake to do that, but I guess production is behind and the crew cabs are what is selling more than the rest.

Release Dates

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 20:14:47 +0000

GM needs to just say for release dates and availability,

"YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS OURS"

Unravel Your Ride's Story: GM VIN Build Sheet

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:56:55 +0000

Hey there, fellow car enthusiasts! I've stumbled upon something pretty awesome – the GM VIN Build Sheet. It's like having a backstage pass to your car's history!

Ever wondered about the details of your GM vehicle? With this tool, you can unlock all the juicy information, from the original paint color to the factory-installed features. It's like diving deep into the archives of automotive history, right from your computer screen.

The best part? It's all online and super easy to use. No need to dig through piles of paperwork or decipher cryptic codes. Just plug in your GM's VIN, and presto – the build sheet unfolds before your eyes.

Whether you're a seasoned car enthusiast or just someone who loves their GM ride, this tool adds a whole new dimension to your ownership experience. It's like uncovering hidden gems with every click!

And guess what? It's completely hassle-free. No tech wizardry required – just your curiosity and your GM's VIN ready to be decoded.

So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the world of automotive intrigue with the GM VIN Build Sheet and let the adventure begin! Your ride's story is waiting to be told.

Cummins Fined $1.6 Billion

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 12:07:02 +0000

For cheating on emissions.

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/22/climate/cummins-emissions-settlement.html

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cummins-to-pay-record-penalty-engines-excess-emissions/

2022 Trail Boss custom grille swap to LT bowtie possible?

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 03:41:42 +0000

Dont know if anyone else has tried this or what not, but is it possible to switch the grille from the Custom with the "Chevrolet" across the front to the Classic bowtie?

I have custom money but want LT looks! lol

thanks!

Which truck?

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 02:44:57 +0000

Hi, I am just abt to turn 16 and get my license. All my family owns GM vehicles and I want to follow suit. I was looking at either a 2003-2006 chevy/GMC 1500 with the 5.3 or 4.8, the 90-99 chevy k1500, and MAYBE a ranger. Can ayone give me advice on these trucks?? I REALLY want a crew cab cateye tho that is my dream truck.

2023 GM Silverado

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 15:25:51 +0000

I ordered a new 2023 Silverado LTZ the dealer told me it is going to be a new interior and some changes to the outside to. can anybody confirm this ?

Upgrade steering wheel controls - 2022 Sierra 1500

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:22:01 +0000

Hey all - new here - trying to see if I can upgrade the steering wheel controls on my brand new 2022 Sierra 1500 Pro - crew cab 2.7L short box. Photo attached - I just want to add the phone and radio controls to the blank on the right side of the steering wheel. I would even replace the entire wheel if that were an option. Just can’t believe how little info there is for this model and year truck! Any help/guidance is much appreciated.

Denali Ultimate grill

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 16:53:05 +0000

How does everyone feel about the Vader chrome grille? I liked it at first but a couple issues with it IMO

1. It doesn't match the rest of the accents like it always has

2. It tones the truck down and gets rid of that "king of the road look"

im looking to replace with chrome anyone else?

2022 Chevrolet Silverado new body style has no 12V DC outlet.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 12:07:43 +0000

After waiting several months, I just brought home a brand new 2022 Silverado LTZ new body style and I hate it after less than 12 hours. Would you believe there is no 12V DC OUTLET in this unit at all. I have asked the dealership to find a supported fix as this is a complete showstopper. Anyone know how to properly escalate? This means that almost every 12V accessory people have gotten used to for what, maybe 80 years, can no longer be plugged into a factory outlet.

HP

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 13:52:38 +0000

I had been planning to buy a new '23 Sierra Denali Ultimate and send it off to Hennessey to get the supercharger installed. Just when I'm ready to pull the trigger, they tell me GM locked the computer down on the Sierras and they can't tune them, only the Yukon (WTH?). For a period I considered a TRX, then a Shelby F-150, but I'm a GMC truck man. I now hear about the FP700 where you can get a Whipple installed on the F-150, maintaining your warranty. Is GM going to jump into this HP war?

GM announces new small block V8.

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 23:15:58 +0000

Looks like GM is not going all EV's.

GM Just Announced An All-New Small-Block V8 Is Coming (msn.com)

2023 Sierra Denali Ultimate

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:08:13 +0000

Hello All!

this is my fourth Denali and I've loved them all - but on the new Denali ultimate(I assume on any trucks with the new big screen interface) - the interface is so slow. It takes 2-4 seconds to change a song or just change the screen to something else.

is this normal??

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL NOT....

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:05:16 +0000

The last week of 2022, I bought a new Sierra 1500 Denali, 6.2L V8 engine. Salesperson showed me all functions, including setting up the gap for the adaptive cruise control. The adaptive cruise control would never work. I just returned from the dealership: "Oh, it was not installed, that is part of the high end package. So...all talk about high end Sierra trucks, such as the Denali, having "adaptive" cruise control: No, not correct. There is only old-fashioned cruise control. The feature to set up up the gap in 1-2-3 increments means NOTHING. $72,000 for old fashioned cruise control....what is wrong with GM ?

AT4X fuel injector issue

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 18:45:35 +0000

So to sum up my current situation. Purchased AT4X new May 7. Put 79 miles on the truck, and man was this thing amazing. Driving home, from visiting my parents, dashboard just starts to go nuts. CEL light, Check Traction control, Check Emissions, just flashing across the dash. Call my salesman, dealership is closed, make arrangements to drop truck off Monday morning. Everything I tell my salesman, he relays to the Service advisor, and the intial though is bad lifter. Tell my to baby the truck home. Get the truck home, get a call Sunday (the next day). Grandfather isn't doing well/on death bed. Have no other choice to drive the truck. Put 100 miles on the truck, and CEL light goes off. Text my service advisor, let him know light is off, requests that I bring it in anyway. CEL is misfire on cylinder 5. Drop truck off, dealership has it for 3 days. Dealership tries to replicate the issue, they can't get the truck back 5/11. Drive truck around, don't see any issues. 5/17 while wife is driving, truck does the same thing. Have her drive truck to dealer. Call my salesman and service advisor, and they take the truck right in. 5/18 talk to the dealer, they ask what symptoms the truck has, tell them everything, truck is stuttering anything past 2k RPM. Truck is in limp mode. Dealership indicates that it is again a misfire on cylinder 5. Service department has checked lifters/valves. No collapsed valves and no stuck lifters but they found that the injector for cylinder 5 is bad. Either not enough fuel pressure or to much. Dealer tells me parts are on back order, and they expect them in a week. Well truck has been at the dealership since 5/17. Was told, the injectors that were sent, aren't the correct part number. GM rep told dealer that they are going to pull a fuel rail and injector set off the assembly line, to get the truck back up and running. There is absolutely no ETA on these injectors. Everytime i've talked to the dealership lately it's the same line. "Still no info on the Injectors. It’s on every ones mind and conversation but still no parts." From all my digging, the part number for a 2021 Sierra 1500 with 6.2 is 12710481, and those show in stock, at multiple dealers in my area. The new part number for 2022 Sierra 1500 with 6.2 is 1942064. From all my searching, on google, this forum. For the life of me, I can't find any engine changes that were made with the 6.2. So which brings me to now. Why two completely different part numbers, for essentially the same engine, for the same part. I've contacted GM customer service, and they just tell me to wait on the dealer. So any suggestions would be welcomed. My patience with this well gone by now.

2023 Truck orders?

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:29:19 +0000

Who's had theirs built? I know some people chimed in on early september TPW's

My order was accepted but no TPW yet

2023 1500 High country - LZ0 - Max Tow

2022 Refreshed Silverado Dash and radio issues

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 02:06:46 +0000

Hey y’all,

so I bought the refreshed Silverado last week and everything seemed to be working great. A couple days after, I went out to start the truck and the digital cluster wouldn’t come on which is kinda inconvenient if you need to drive lol. After a few minutes I came back to it and the dash came on like normal. The following day the speakers had a ton of static. Left it alone for a few minutes and everything worked as it should. Was told by the dealership that it could be Gm sending updates? Anyone know what could be going on? I’ll attach a pic of the cluster