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Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/29/2018 Even with an all new dynamic fuel management system, the 2019 Silverado equipped with a 5.3L or 6.2L engine won't see any better fuel economy then their 2018 predecessor. Today Chevrolet released more information on what the 2019 Silverado will cost and what fuel economy we'll see. Here's the new chart.. 2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO CAPABILITIES 4.3L V-6 w/AFM (6-spd.) 5.3L V-8 w/AFM (6-spd.) 2.7L I-4 Turbo w/AFM (8-spd.) 5.3L V-8 w/DFM (8-spd.) 6.2L V-8 w/DFM (10-spd.) 3.0L I-6 Turbo-Diesel (10-spd.) Horsepower 285 355 310 355 420 TBA Torque 305 383 348 383 460 TBA Max towing 8,000 11,000 7,200 11,600 12,200 TBA Max payload 2,500 2,430 2,280 2,190 2,100 TBA EPA-estimates (city/hwy/comb) N/A N/A N/A 17/23/19 16/20/17 N/A From these official figures, a 2019 Silverado with the 5.3L is rated 17 MPG City , 23 MPG Highway and 19 MPG Combined. The 2019 6.2L is rated at 16 MPG City, 20 MPG Highway, and 17 MPG Combined. Chevy does not specificy if these numbers are for 2 or 4 wheel drive, so we can only guess. If it's 2WD, then the 5.3L gains 1MPG in the City but stays flat in the Highway and Combined ratings compared to 2018 figures. The 6.2L also gains 1MPG in the city but loses 1MPG in the Highway rating. The Combined rating stays flat. So, where is the big benefit to DFM? Is GM's new fancy technology going to wow in real world driving or just with fancy words? We'll find out soon when we take delivery of our 2019 Long Term Silverado LTZ in a few weeks. See Also:

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/29/18 After a long road of teasing, waiting, ordering and then wondering....Chevrolet is letting the cat out of the bag. Pricing for two-wheel-drive models of the 2019 Silverado have been released. Chevy claims the LT trim can be had for as much as $700 LESS than the outgoing 2018's starting prices. The High Country is also only $1,000 MORE than the previous year. Of course, we still don't know how much the 4x4 versions (other than the Trail Boss) will cost, but our guess is a $4,000-$5,000 premium over the 2WD versions. We also don't know individual option or package pricing, which can add a lot to this "starting" MSRP pretty quickly. For example, our 2019 Silverado LTZ that we currently have on order should "start" around $51,895, plus all of our options. With the 6.2L, we can imagine our LTZ's MSRP landing in the $56,000 - $58,000 range. Anything more than that and Chevy would be getting greedy. Here's how everything shakes out, including which engines will be available for which trim levels. 2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO PRICING (MSRP, including destination fee and excluding tax, title, license, optional equipment and dealer fees. 2WD unless otherwise noted) Reg Cab Long bed Double Cab Standard bed Crew Cab Short bed Work Truck $29,795 $33,695 $36,095 Custom -- $36,095 $38,495 Custom Trail Boss (4x4 only) -- $40,995 $43,395 LT -- $38,395 $40,795 RST -- $40,295 $42,695 LT Trail Boss (4x4 only) -- $47,395 $49,795 LTZ -- $44,495 $46,895 High Country -- -- $54,495 2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO ENGINE LINEUP 4.3L V-6 w/AFM (6-spd.) 5.3L V-8 w/AFM (6-spd.) 2.7L I-4 Turbo w/AFM (8-spd.) 5.3L V-8 w/DFM (8-spd.) 6.2L V-8 w/DFM (10-spd.) 3.0L I-6 Turbo-Diesel (10-spd.) Work Truck Std. Avail. -- -- -- -- Custom Std. Avail. -- -- -- -- Custom Trail Boss Std. Avail. -- -- -- -- LT -- -- Std. Avail. -- Avail. RST -- -- Std. Avail. -- Avail. LT Trail Boss -- -- -- Std. -- -- LTZ -- -- -- Std. Avail. Avail. High Country -- -- -- -- Std. Avail. 2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO CAPABILITIES 4.3L V-6 w/AFM (6-spd.) 5.3L V-8 w/AFM (6-spd.) 2.7L I-4 Turbo w/AFM (8-spd.) 5.3L V-8 w/DFM (8-spd.) 6.2L V-8 w/DFM (10-spd.) 3.0L I-6 Turbo-Diesel (10-spd.) Horsepower 285 355 310 355 420 TBA Torque 305 383 348 383 460 TBA Max towing 8,000 11,000 7,200 11,600 12,200 TBA Max payload 2,500 2,430 2,280 2,190 2,100 TBA EPA-estimates (city/hwy/comb) N/A N/A N/A 17/23/19 16/20/17 N/A

So, what do you think of the newly announced Blazer? Good choice for the legendary name? Bad use of badge you once loved? Let us know.

Thanks. Seems weird because production isn't supposed to start until July. I was wrong and didn't see his truck was an HD. Whoops!

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/8/2018 The Buick Encore continues on with only small packaging changes for the 2019 model year. Buick is realigning the Encore's trim levels this year, so many of the previous year's trim packages are no longer available. Check out our other "What's New For 2019" Articles Here's what's new for the 2019 Buick Encore. 2018 Options That Have Been Retired FWD Preferred II 1SD (4JU76) models AWD Preferred II 1SD (4JM76) models FWD Premium 1SN (4JV76) models AWD Premium 1SN (4JN76) models (GJ6) Black Cherry Metallic exterior color (GK2) Graphite Gray Metallic exterior color (GQM) Coastal Blue Metallic exterior color New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 (GUM) Seeker Blue Metallic exterior color (GYM) Satin Steel Gray Metallic exterior color (PCL) Safety Package II, includes (KEM) Ionizing air cleaner, (CE1) Rainsense wipers, (UD5) Front and Rear Park Assist, (UEU) Forward Collision Alert and (UFL) Lane Departure Warning (1SL models)

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/8/2018 Chevrolet's quirky looking but utilitarian compact crossover, the Trax has been a surprising hit. Fuel efficient, roomy, and available with all-wheel-drive, the Trax offers small families exactly what they want. Versatility. For the new model year, the Trax stays mostly the same. Only changes in colors and badging come this vehicle's way for 2019. Check out our other "What's New For 2019" Articles Here's what's new for the 2019 Chevrolet Trax. 2018 Options That Have Been Retired (G7C) Red Hot exterior color New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 (G6O) Pacific Blue Metallic exterior color (GM6) Dark Copper Metallic exterior color (GYM) Satin Steel Metallic exterior color Small Changes In Trim & Packaging for 2019 New "Premier" nameplate on liftgate

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Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/5/2018 Two years into the new model and the GMC Acadia is more popular than ever. With that in mind, few substantial changes are coming down the line in 2019. Look for more information on a special "Black Edition" Acadia in the near future. Check out our other "What's New For 2019" Articles Here's what's new for the 2019 GMC Acadia. 2018 Options That Have Been Retired Exterior color (G1E) Crimson Red Tintcoat Exterior color (GGA) Black Cherry Metallic Exterior color (GJB) Mineral Metallic (QMV) 18" all-season, H-rated, blackwall tires (UJ5) LPO, Rear Sear Entertainment System New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 Exterior color (GJI) Dark Sky Metallic Exterior color (GMU) Pepperdust Metallic Exterior color (GPJ) Red Quartz Tintcoat Exterior color (GS6) Smokey Quartz Metallic (QMX) P235/65R18 all-season blackwall tires (Q7D) 17" x 7.5" aluminum wheels with (5GV) P255/65R17 all-terrain blackwall tires (available with [GAT] All Terrain on both SLE-2 and SLT-1) (WBP) Black Edition - information to come (H2U) Jet Black interior with SLT All Terrain - information to come Small Changes In Trim & Packaging for 2019 Driver Express-Up/Down and passenger Express-Down windows are now standard on SLE-2 and SLT-1 (were Express-Down only in 2018 model year)

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/5/2018 The Tahoe and Suburban are getting some small upgrades for the 2019 model year. An all new full-size SUV platform is just around the bend and rumored for 2020/2021 so Chevrolet is pushing the all new RST trim that includes a 6.2L V8 and GM's all new 10-speed automatic transmission. Check out our other "What's New For 2019" Articles Here's what's new for the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban. 2018 Options That Have Been Retired Exterior color (G2X) Havana Metallic (deleted mid-2018 model year) Exterior color (GXG) Tungsten Metallic New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 Exterior color (GJI) Shadow Gray Metallic (WPK) RST 6.2L Performance Edition, includes (L86) 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine, (MF6) 10-speed automatic transmission, (K47) high-capacity air cleaner, (KW7) 170 amp alternator, (GU5) 3.23 rear axle ratio, (NQH) 2-speed active transfer case (4WD only), (JL1) trailer brake controller and Sport calibration (available on 1LZ Premier) (Suburban) Small Changes In Trim & Packaging for 2019 Exterior "Premier" badge design change on liftgate (SCN) RST Edition is now available with (GAN) Silver Ice Metallic, (GAZ) Summit White, (GBA) Black and new (GJI) Shadow Gray Metallic (replaces [GXG] Tungsten Metallic) (VLG) Rear fascia closeout, LPO is now available with (GAN) Silver Ice Metallic, (GAZ) Summit White, (GBA) Black, (G1W) Iridescent Pearl Tricoat and new (GJI) Shadow Gray Metallic Click on the blue links to change image

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/5/2018 Just one year past its introduction as an all new model, the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox small crossover is getting some changes. Infotainment and safety systems features updates lead this long list of upgrades. Check out our other "What's New For 2019" Articles Here's what's new for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. 2018 Options That Have Been Retired (UVH) Surround Vision (replaced with [UV2] HD Surround Vision) (IOB) 7" diagonal color touch-screen with Chevrolet MyLink (replaced with [IOR] 7" diagonal color touchscreen with Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system) (IO5) 8" diagonal color touch-screen with Chevrolet MyLink (replaced with [IOS] 8" diagonal HD color touchscreen with Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus system) (IO6) 8" diagonal color touch-screen with Navigation and Chevrolet MyLink Radio (replaced with [IOT] 8" diagonal color HD touchscreen with Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium system with connected Navigation) (RVZ) 16" spare wheel [replaced with [SJF] 16" spare wheel) (USR) USB port (replaced with [UST] 2 USB ports) (KPA) Second row auxiliary 12-volt power outlet (PDC) LPO, Protection Package New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 1XR26 FWD 2FL and 1XY26 AWD 2FL equipment groups (WFP) Lights and Bright Package, includes (RT7) 19" Bright machined wheels with Sparkle Silver pockets, (RR0) 19" all-season blackwall tires, (T4L) LED headlamps, (UGE) LED tail lamps, (V22) Chrome grille surround and (VXW) molded assist steps, LPO (available on 1LT equipment groups) (BN2) Fleet Safety Package, includes (UHY) Low Speed Forward Automatic Braking, (UKJ) Front Pedestrian Braking, (UHX) Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, (UE4) Following Distance Indicator, (UEU) Forward Collison Alert, (N34) leather-wrapped steering wheel and (TQ5) Intellibeam headlamps (standard on 2FL equipment groups) Exterior color (G6O) Pacific Blue Metallic Exterior color (GD1) Kinetic Blue Metallic (IOR) Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system with 7" diagonal color touchscreen (IOS) Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus system with 8" diagonal HD color touchscreen (IOU) Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus system with connected Navigation and 8" diagonal HD color touchscreen (IOT) Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium system with connected Navigation and 8" diagonal HD color touchscreen (MCR) USB data ports, 2, includes SD Card Reader, auxiliary input jack, located within front center storage bin (UV2) HD Surround Vision (UVB) HD Rear Vision Camera (KSG) Adaptive Cruise Control, full-speed with Stop/Go (UKJ) Front Pedestrian Braking (SJF) 16" spare wheel (PDZ) LPO, Interior Enhancement Package, includes (VYW) premium carpeted floor mats, LPO and (S03) embroidered front row headrests, LPO Small Changes In Trim & Packaging for 2019 (PCP) Confidence & Convenience Package is now an available option on 2LT AWD and 3LT FWD and AWD (was standard in 2018MY) (PCV) Confidence & Convenience II Package is now available on 1LZ and 2LZ AWD (was standard in 2018MY) (BGP) Driver Confidence II Package contains new content. Package now includes (UHY) Low Speed Forward Automatic Braking, (UEU) Forward Collision Alert, (UHX) Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, (UE4) Following Distance Indicator, Safety Alert Seat, (UV2) HD Surround Vision, (KSG) Adaptive Cruise Control, (UKJ) Front Pedestrian Braking and (TQ5) IntelliBeam (WPZ) Infotainment Package contains new content. Package now includes (IOU) Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus system with connected Navigation and 8" diagonal HD color touchscreen, (UVB) HD Rear Vision Camera, (MCZ) 2 USB ports, located in front console bin, (MCR) 2 USB data ports, includes SD Card Reader, auxiliary input jack, located within front center storage bin and (KI6) 120-volt power outlet (Y3W) Infotainment II Package now contains (IOT) Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium system with connected Navigation and 8" diagonal HD color touchscreen (replaces [IO6] 8" diagonal color touch-screen with Navigation and Chevrolet MyLink) (ZQ2) Driver Convenience Package now includes (VY7) leather-wrapped shift lever on all 1LT models and 2LT FWD model (PCI) Sun & Infotainment Package will now be called "Sun & Navigation Package" (KI2) Urethane shift lever is now standard on both 1LT models and 2LT FWD (replaces [VY7) leather-wrapped shift lever, which is now part of [ZQ2] Driver Convenience Package) (BTV) Remote Start is now available on 1LS with a Fleet or Government order type. (UVC) Rear Vision Camera is no longer standard on Premier (replaced with [UVB] HD Rear Vision Camera) (UDC) monochromatic driver instrument information is no longer standard on LT models (replaced with [UDD] multi-color driver instrument information) (USS) Dual USB charging-only ports are now standard on all models (was part of [WPZ] Infotainment Package on LT models and was not available on L or LS in 2018MY) (UST) Dual USB ports are now standard on L, LS and LT models (was part of [WPZ] Infotainment Package on LT models in 2018MY) and are no longer standard on Premier models (VK8) Overhead sunglass storage is no longer standard on L or LS models (PDV) LPO, Chrome Package is no longer available on FWD Premier (PDG) LPO, Cargo Package no longer includes (CAV) LPO, integrated cargo liner ([CAV] remains part of [PEF] LPO, Floor Liner Package) (VAV) All-weather floor mats, LPO is no longer available as a free flow option (only part of [PDH] Interior Protection Package, LPO) (VYW) Premium carpeted floor mats, LPO is no longer available as a free flow option (only part of [PDZ] Interior Enhancement Package, LPO) (RIA) All-weather floor liners, LPO is no longer available as a free flow option (only part of [PEF] Floor Liner Package, LPO)

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/5/2018 Only a few short years into this brand new model, Buick is giving some thoughtful upgrades to the 2019 Envision. A new nine-speed transmission and more powerful turbo 2.0L engine top off the long list of improvements. Buick is hoping these small changes will keep the model in buyer's consideration. Check out our other "What's New For 2019" Articles Here's what's new for the 2019 Buick Envision. 2018 Options That Have Been Retired Ebony seats with Dark Plum interior accents Midnight Amethyst Metallic exterior color Headlamps, halogen composite with automatic exterior lamp control Headlamps, articulating LPO, 19" (48.3 cm) Ultra-bright machine-faced wheels with Midnight Silver painted pockets Wheels, 19" (48.3 cm) 10-spoke aluminum with premium Manoogian Silver finish Exhaust, single-outlet stainless-steel Transmission, 6-speed automatic (1SN & 1SP) New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 Dark Galvanized leather-appointed seats with Ebony interior accents Satin Steel Gray Metallic exterior color Air cleaner, ionizing Tire Fill Alert Wireless Charging Headlamps, projector beam, high intensity discharge (HID) (1SV, 1SD and 1SL) Headlamps, Bi-LED technology (Premium and Premium II) Taillamps, LED with low-profile design Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) 10-spoke painted aluminum (NEW DESIGN) Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) 10-spoke polished aluminum (NEW DESIGN) Exhaust, turned down, hidden Transmission, 9-speed automatic (1SN/1SP) Small Changes In Trim & Packaging for 2019 Lighting, interior ambient, located on instrument panel and front door trim changes from Ice Blue to White LPO, 19" Ultra-bright machine-faced wheels with Midnight Silver painted pockets replaced by 19" aluminum wheels, LPO Wheels, 19" 10-spoke aluminum with premium Manoogian Silver finish replaced by 19" aluminum wheels

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/5/2018 We're entering the last model year for the current Silverado and Sierra HD platform. While the light-duty pickups get a totally new platform for 2019, the HD version will have to wait another year, until 2020, for their all new versions. That means 2019 is a transition year for the 2500HD and 3500HD. Cab choices will be limited and one last K2XX special edition will available on the Chevrolet side. A few months ago the 2020 HD was spotted undergoing testing if you are inclined to wait. Check out our other "What's New For 2019" Articles Here's what's new for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD 2018 Options That Have Been Retired Regular Cab models (CC25753/TC25735) Double Cab model New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 (STY) Silverado HD Buildout Edition (Chevy) Grille, chrome with chrome mesh insert on WT and LT models(Chevy) (GB8) Mosaic Black Metallic(Chevy)/Ebony Twilight Metallic(GMC)

It's not MyLink anymore. Same RPO as 2019 Silverado's system.

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/4/2018 GMC is about to roll out some brand new options for their 2019 models. This week we're focusing on all of the changes that General Motors is making accross all of their brands for the new model year. Check out our other "What's New For 2019" Articles Here's what's new for the 2019 GMC Terrain 2018 Options That Have Been Retired Exterior color (GJB) Mineral Metallic (deleted mid-2018 model year) (UVH) Surround Vision (replaced by [UV2] HD Surround Vision) (PDR) SLT Chrome Accent Package (replaced by [PDV] Bright Accent Package) (PDM) LPO, Black Accent Package New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 Exterior color (GS6) Smokey Quartz Metallic (KSG) Adaptive Cruise Control, full-speed with Stop/Go (UKJ) Front Pedestrian Braking (UVB) HD Rear Vision Camera (UV2) HD Surround Vision (WJP) Black Edition, includes (PJM) 19" gloss black aluminum wheels, (V22) darkened front grille, (V2P) black roof side rails, (VWD) black GMC center caps with black GMC lettering, LPO, black exterior accents, black mirror caps and black exterior badging (CWB) Chrome Package, includes (PJH) 19" machined aluminum wheels with Gray painted accents, (GGC) unique chrome grille with chrome surround, (DP9) chrome mirror caps, (D7A) body-color door handles with chrome surround and Bright side rails (PDB) LPO, Dark Accent Package, includes (SJ9) three-bar grille with Black surround and Charcoal insert, LPO, (S4X) Black painted mirror caps, (RXX)Black rear license plate applique, LPO and (RYQ) front and rear Black fascia inserts, LPO (PDZ) LPO, Interior Enhancement Package, includes (VYW) premium carpeted floor mats, LPO and (S03) embroidered front row headrests, LPO (PEF) LPO, Floor Liner Package, includes (RIA) front and rear row all-weather floor liners, LPO and (CAV) integrated cargo liner, LPO (SFZ) LPO, Black GMC emblems, front and rear Small Changes In Trim & Packaging for 2019 (Y29) Infotainment Package I now includes the new (UVB) HD Rear Vision Camera (replaced [UVC] Rear Vision Camera (BGP) Driver Alert Package II now includes the new (KSG) Adaptive Cruise Control and (UKJ) Front Pedestrian Braking (WPR) Advanced Safety Package now includes (UV2) HD Surround Vision (replaces [UVH] Surround Vision) (PS1) Comfort Package no longer includes (K4C) Wireless Charging, which is now standard on Denali (UDD) 4.2" multi-color driver information screen is now standard on SLE and SLE Diesel (was part of [Y29] Infotainment Package I in 2018MY) (UDD) 4.2" multi-color driver information screen includes audio, phone and navigation capability on SLE when (Y29) Infotainment Package I is ordered and standard on SLT and Denali (UVC) Rear Vision Camera is no longer available on SLT and Denali (replaced by [UVB] HD Rear Vision Camera) (K4C) Wireless Charging is now standard on Denali (was part of [PS1] Comfort Package in 2018MY) (PDG) Cargo Package no longer includes (CAV) integrated cargo liner, LPO (SJ9) Three-bar grille with Black surround and Charcoal insert, LPO is no longer available as a Free Flow option (part of [PDB] Dark Accent Package, LPO only)

Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 6/4/2018 Chevrolet (and the rest of General Motors) is weeks away from the start of production of the 2019 Model Year. This week we're taking about what's new and the changes you can expect to see if you visit a dealership in the coming year. Check out our other "What's New For 2019 Articles" Here's what's new for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse 2018 Options That Have Been Retired (RT1) 18" Bright Silver machined face painted aluminum wheels (UVD) Heated steering wheel New Features, Colors & Options for 2019 (CXH) LT Premium Package, includes (IO6) 8" diagonal color touch-screen with Navigation and Chevrolet Infotainment, (UQA) Bose premium 10-speaker system, (DRZ) Rear Camera Mirror, (UVH) Surround Vision, (KI6) 120-volt power outlet and (SP6) 20" machined face aluminum wheels with Technical Gray pockets (3LT) and (SS9) 20" Dark Android painted aluminum wheels (2LT) (KI3) Automatic heated steering wheel (automatically turns on when selectable automatic activation enabled) (VQP) LPO, Bright roof-rack cross rails for 1LZ Premier and 2LZ High Country only Small Changes In Trim & Packaging for 2019 Exterior "Premier" badge design change on liftgate (PXJ) 18" Bright Silver painted aluminum wheels are now standard on 2FL and 1LT (replaces [RT1] 18" Bright Silver machined face painted aluminum wheels) (PDG) LPO, Cargo Package no longer includes (CAV) LPO, integrated cargo liner ([CAV] will now be included in [PDF] Floor Liner Package) (PCV) LPO, Premium Carpet Mat Package is now only available on 2LZ High Country (was available on LS, LT and 1LZ in 2018 model year) (PCX) LPO, 'Hit The Road Package now includes (VQP) Bright roof-rack cross rails, LPO on 1LZ Premier and 2LZ High Country (replacing [VLL] Black roof-rack cross rails, LPO) (VLL) LPO, Black roof-rack cross rails are now only available on LT, RS and (WBL) Redline Edition (replaced by (VQP) LPO, Bright roof-rack cross rails on 1LZ Premier and 2LZ High Country)