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Applied the latest iOS 18.4.1. No resolution yet even though IOS change log mentioned a fix for the phone all issues with certain vehicles. I thrived removing the phone and pairing it up again.

Thank you. I will submit my inquiry…

I’ve had a 2025 Chevy since 9/24 and no issues with calls until February of 2025 with phone calls connecting/disconnecting via wireless CarPlay. my phone is always in the charging cradle and it all started in February. On each call, randomly, while on a call the screen will loose the CarPlay icons, and 3-5 seconds later the icons would reappear and the call would be still connected. So the call never disconnects, however I can’t her the caller, nor the caller can hear me. I do not have any issues while streaming CarPlay music or Apple Maps. there were 2 iPhone updates since the problem started, so this must be something on the GMs end. any ideas? thank you!

Wound up with a 2025 LT (traded a 1500 RAM Laramie). I think the 6.6 motor is simpler and made to last. Also, the AUTO 4x4 was a must have for me which eliminated the 2500 RAM and Ford. New trucks, especially 1/2 tons are full of "technology" that’s just going to have too many glitches down the road. The 24 + interior came out of the 1500 platform with 2-3 years of production, so I felt I was not an early adopter. For the most part I keep my tires at 55/59 and will be putting some 18’s to see if they provide a better ride even further. The limited rear differential is also very nice, and not available on the 1500 trucks… I wish the interior lighting was better, as there is no easy fix to add more footwell lights; at least not to my knowledge. This is where my old RAM did a better job. It is a longer and taller truck compared to my old RAM (20+ inches) but with all the cameras I got use to it. Another big "issue" is a substantial blind spot with the giant mirrors, especially at the pedestrian crossings! My truck came with the pedestrian detection feature, but I don’t trust it. Also, running boards are a must…

used these in the front you will need to trim quit a bit out https://a.co/d/8KCAu7h used these in the back, no trimming needed. https://a.co/d/52myi2A and some of his foam came handy https://a.co/d/aWv3XMi

My upgrade is quite noticeable wit the pioneer upgrade as noted before. The OEM speaker show 20W handling power (stamped on the speaker) and the performed sub-standard as far as the acoustical expectations are; at least for me. After the upgrade I get a very balanced sound. The lows are rich, no need for a space wisiting sub. The mods and highs are excellent as well.

Took my brand new 2025 on a road trip from Michigan to South Dakota with an aluminum enclosed trailer. What I have noticed the cruise control tends to keep the truck in a much higher gear than it should have been in. For the tranny to shift down one or two gears takes for ever, even going downhill. I tried driving the truck at the same speed with no cruise control and it would grab and hold a gear with 500 rpms lower with no problem. if the cruise is set at the same speed level it would grab a higher gear and almost never shift down. In my opinion, 500 rpm is quite a difference as it keeps the engine and transmission running hotter. On top of that it drinks gas a LOT more. is there a known issue with the 2025 transmission as it relates to towing and gear selection? thank you!

Is there a simple solution to add more illumination to the footwell? My 2025 LT has a very poor illumination, both front and rear seats. The OEM lights come on with a substantial delay. My 2020 RAM Laramie had a much better LED system. I’d like to replicate it so when the doors open I get just a bit more light I. The cab, most notably around the footwell areas. Thank you!

6x9 in the front and 6.5 in the back

Took me a while to find an LT with all the options I needed, however I had to forfeit the Bose system.(I was told no Bose unless I jumped into the LTZ trim) Actually, I’m glad I did forfeit the Bose option, as I installed a set of the Pioneer speaker (6x9) in the front door, 6” in the back and the dash tweeters. All from Crutchfield for under $200 TS-A693FH TS-A709 TS-G650 These speakers with high sensitivity rating, meaning stock amp can “Wake them up” at a reasonably low power supplied by the built in head unit amp, made a world of difference! The low end is there, with out a need for sub. It took less than 2 hours to install them. Feel free to reach out with any questions….

I just notice the 2017 GMC radio/dash/temp control does not have its unique red color scheme/theme like it use to (at least my 2015 features the "GMC" red theme). So, does it mean the GMC and Chevy now have the same infotainment system (I'm sure it has always been the same "programmatically" but one was called Chevy Link (blue) and the other one was Inteli Link and red)? I kind of liked the red theme as it matches up nicely with the GMC logo...

Put a set of Michelin LTX MS2s on last weekend...stock size, P275/55 R20, and they make a world of difference compared to the OEM Good Year Eagle LS2. Winter/snow in Michigan is a 6-7 month treat every year and summer "touring" tires (like the Eagles) are not appropriate even is you have a 4x4 vehicle. Took my truck in, sliding all over in the 4x4 auto mode...brought the truck home in 2x4 (just to test the new tires) and the new shoes are something else. These Michelin's do not look aggressive however they held this truck like it was on the rails! Less noise as well, also these should last a very long time compared to the Good Years. Also, being an audio/Hi-Fi pro, I like to eliminate any noise if possible...here is my fix that costs $0.25. In my case it eliminated the noise that GM had a fix for back in my 2000 Tahoe days. If you remember there was a rubber "bumper" under the ignition key. It eliminated the key chain banging noise on the steering column. I just added some sticky tape attached felt, used for the furniture. No more FOB/keychain noise every time I hit a bump or make a turn. Had the same mode on my 2014 Silverado and it worked for 16 months.

I just sold my 2014 Silverado and bought a 2015 Sierra. I think the 2015 system is slower and less responsive to the voice commands. There is no more HD radio either on the 2015 Trucks Would be nice if someone would create a software "overlay" and put some additional music streaming apps such as Songza and Spotify; just to name a few. Pandora is nice, however their music selection is somewhat limited (1million) compared to Spotify (20 million), iTunes radio (27 million). RAM has 2-3 music streaming choices, its not realy rocket science to create a few more apps.

To defend GM, here is what I have observed so far: -had a chance to drive a 2015 F-150 platinum. Their interface is nothing to write home about. - On the RAM there is one additional music streaming app - Slacker radio - With both of these systems you have to jump up quite a few trim levels to get their 8" touch screen. - I think, on the GM side anything over the work truck trim is equipped with the 8" display - both Ford and RAM charge monthly fee to start your truck of off your smartphone. I use this feature all year long and it's free on my 2014 Silverado! Ford requires also an additional ($350) module and $5/month. RAM is something like $14.99 last time I checked Yes, the iPhone crowd needs to have the USB Connection in order to get voice commands going; but I think this is an IOS limitation. Pandora also has to be "allowed" to play in case your iPhone is locked ( unless there is trick, I'm not aware of). Again this is something Apple should address as GM can hack into their software.