Any word on transmission or rear gearing?

[nick112288]

Obviously with COVID it has kind of put a damper on everything, but has there been any word or rumors on an updated transmission or rear gearing?

 

Ram has an 8 speed and either 3.73 or 4.10 gears. Ford has the 10 speed with a whole range of gearing options.

 

How long before GM decides to match the competition?

[wowens79]

Not happening in the 2021’s.  Hopefully with the 2022s, but I have not seen anything.  

[2017HD]

I think the days of having several rear end ratios is long gone - I know on my 2007 HD I was suprized to have two choices by 2008 the 3.73 was NA and only the 4.11 was offered. GM is looking at optimizing the drivetrain computer systems for the best MPG/HP/Torque combination. It also simplifies the build process. There are some times with my truck that I wish I had a 3.42 or even 3.08 for better MPG when I am not towing.