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Motor Trend
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
2026 GMC Truck Lineup: EVs Get All the Upgrades
GMC's 2026 gas truck lineup is solid, offering models that include basic workhorses, massive off-roaders, and hands-free long-haulers. Perhaps that's why those carry over mostly unchanged from 2025, instead allowing GMC to focus on upgrading its newer EVs. The 2026 GMC truck lineup sees minimal changes for gas models, focusing on EV updates. The Sierra EV gets new trims and battery options, while the Hummer EV is faster with new features like King Crab mode. New colors and features are introduced across models. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article Read Next The Sierra EV range now includes many more options, the Hummer EV is somehow even quicker than it was before, and every new 2026 GMC truck at least gets updated colors. Keep reading to learn what sets the latest apart from last year. 2026 GMC Canyon Like the MotorTrend Truck of the Year-winning Chevrolet Colorado with which it shares its key fundamentals, this generation of GMC Canyon was introduced for 2023. The GMC tries to distinguish itself with relatively premium design and detailing, as indicated by the rugged AT4 variants and upscale Denali version. For 2026, Deep Bronze Metallic is discontinued and sandy Coastal Dune paint is introduced. For a darker aesthetic, new black-painted wheel styles as well as the Nightfall Essentials and Black Badging packages are offered. For improved off-road performance, a suspension lift kit and AEV-branded underbody skidplates become available as standalone options. MotorTrend Ranked: #3 in Midsize Trucks (2025 model) Read Our Experts' Full GMC Canyon Review 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 The Sierra 1500 is at the heart of GMC's pickup truck range. This full-sizer has existed in its current form since 2022 and is built to meet the needs of truck drivers across America, offered in grades ranging from hard worker to off-road bruiser to high-tech luxury hauler. Between the turbo four, diesel I-6, and two V-8s, there's no bad engine for the Sierra 1500. This year, the Sierra 1500 introduces Glacier White Tricoat and Coastal Dune paints, as White Frost Tricoat and Thunderstorm Gray are discontinued. An exhaust system recalibration becomes available as a dealer-installed option. MotorTrend Ranked: #3 in Full-Size Trucks (2025 model) Read Our Experts' Full GMC Sierra 1500 Review 2026 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD As the most capable trucks in GMC's lineup, the Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD combine real hard-working potential with the automaker's premium image. Although that impression is less apparent in the entry-level trims than in the lavish high-end Denali Ultimate or gigantic AT4X, the imposing design the Sierra HD has worn since 2024 makes it a head-turner. A key difference between the 2500HD and 3500HD is that only the latter is available with dual rear wheels. For both the Sierra 2500HD and Sierra 3500HD, Glacier White Tricoat and Coastal Dune paints become available, while White Frost Tricoat and Thunderstorm Gray exit. On the crew cab SLT model, the reconfigurable MultiPro tailgate is no longer standard equipment, instead becoming available as an option. MotorTrend Ranked: #3 in Heavy Duty Trucks Read Our Experts' Full GMC Sierra HD Review 2026 GMC Sierra EV A revolution for GMC's staple truck arrived for 2024 with the Sierra EV. Aside from the familiar name, the Sierra EV shares little with its counterparts, riding on an all-electric platform and wearing a design that makes clear it's not some old-fashioned gas truck. Beyond amazing driving range, the Sierra EV provides strong practicality thanks to its large frunk and its folding midgate that allows it to carry extra-long cargo. Notable updates are applied to the Sierra EV for 2026. Three different battery sizes are now available, and equipping the smallest of those lowers the truck's price considerably. The basic Elevation and off-road AT4 trim levels are introduced, along with a Premium package for the Denali variant. Phone-as-key functionality becomes standard. Coastal Dune, Deep Bronze Metallic, Glacier White Tricoat, and Magnus Gray Matte paints arrive, while Moonlight Matte paint is canceled. MotorTrend Ranked: #2 in Electric Trucks Read Our Experts' Full GMC Sierra EV Review 2026 GMC Hummer EV Enormous, ostentatious, and awesome, the GMC Hummer EV is here for a good time. GMC revived the Hummer nameplate for 2022, transforming its military-derived icon into a high-performance zero-emissions monster. The GMC Hummer EV is also available as an SUV. As if the Hummer EV pickup wasn't quick enough already, software optimization somehow makes it even quicker for 2026. GMC engineers increased power to 1,160 hp and claim it's 0.2 seconds quicker to 60 mph than before, at 2.8 seconds. Revisions to the suspension provide a more comfortable ride. Then there's the new King Crab mode, which better utilizes the all-wheel steering system to get around tight corners off-road. The 2026 Hummer EV pickup offers Coastal Dune, Auburn Matte, and Magnus Gray Matte paint colors, along with a new wheel design. The Carbon Fiber Edition wears its namesake material in trim details around the vehicle. Inside, new tan, burgundy, and red upholstery options become available. The Hummer EV Pickup's digital displays are improved with higher resolution, but GMC has removed Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality. For 2026, the Hummer EV pickup also gains bidirectional charging for vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-home power, along with a NACS plug adapter so it can use Tesla Supercharger stations. MotorTrend Ranked: Not Rated Read Our Experts' Full GMC Hummer EV Review 2026 GMC Truck Lineup 2026 GMC Canyon: Unchanged 2026 GMC Sierra 1500: Unchanged 2026 GMC Sierra HD: Unchanged 2026 GMC Sierra EV: Significant update 2026 GMC Hummer EV: Significant update
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Tata Motors' strategy to mitigate geopolitical headwinds
New Delhi: Following China's restrictions on rare earth magnet exports, auto major Tata Motors said it is working with the government and is also taking steps to procure magnets from alternate sources. These elements are critical to the production of ICE as well as electric vehicle (EV) components. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Group CFO PB Balaji said there is no immediate concern. 'No panic buttons are being pressed at this stage,' he said. Commenting on the broader geopolitical risks , including the Israel-Iran conflict, he noted that the semiconductor crisis of 2022–23 served as a critical stress test for the automotive ecosystem, which led companies to internalise key lessons and significantly strengthen their supply chain resilience. The automaker stated that it will 'not change any of the product launch plans' at this stage. However, it added that if the situation worsens significantly, a reassessment may be necessary. The company recently launched the Harrier EV, with dispatches scheduled to begin next month, and confirmed that the Sierra EV rollout remains on track. Shailesh Chandra, MD at Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, added that the company is 'comfortable from a stock perspective for the next few months.' However, he acknowledged the strategic need to diversify sourcing in the medium to long term. 'We have identified seven high-impact rare earth elements out of 17 that are most critical to our components. We are closely tracking how to reduce the constitution or mix of these into the components in which it gets into,' Chandra said. He added that while short-term dependency will continue, there are clear pathways to significantly reduce and eventually eliminate this dependence over the long term. Union Steel and Heavy Industries Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday said the government is likely to decide on a subsidy scheme for domestic production of rare earth magnets within 15–20 days. While actual production is expected to take about two years, interim sourcing alternatives including Japan and Vietnam are being explored. Tariff impact on JLR Tata Motors anticipates a tariff-related impact on its British subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), with EBITDA expected to decline to the 5–7 per cent range, down from its earlier 10 per cent EBIT trajectory. Further, he acknowledged that exports from the company's Slovakia plant to the US remain subject to tariffs, resulting in a cost impact. To mitigate this, the company is rolling out a "cost-out programme over the next 12–18 months." Meanwhile, Balaji confirmed that JLR will commence completely knocked down (CKD) operations at its Ranipet, Tamil Nadu plant in India by early 2026, gradually transitioning from its current Pune base. JLR plans to invest ₹9,000 crore in Ranipet plant over five years, as part of a broader strategy to expand its presence and manufacturing capabilities in the country. He noted that the proposed UK-India trade agreement could ease market entry for future models without requiring CKD scale initially. Hybrids on the cards? When asked about plans to introduce hybrid models by 2030, Chandra said that while the company currently categorises hybrids under the petrol segment, it remains open to the technology. 'If competitiveness requires us to introduce hybrids in certain segments, we will do so– not just for emission compliance, but also for performance-driven reasons,' he noted. However, reiterating its stance on incentivising hybrid vehicles, Tata Motors stated that the company does not view them as a long-term solution deserving of government incentives. 'We are absolutely fine supplying hybrids if that's what the customer wants. But our concern lies with incentivising hybrids. These are not destination technologies, they are transitional, meant to be used for managing CAFE norms by others,' Balaji said. According to him, hybrids are essentially enhanced ICE powertrains, and if they are to be incentivised, then CNG should logically receive similar support. Tata Motors' internal powertrain forecast in the near-term projects 30 per cent of volumes from EVs, 27 per cent from CNG, and around 6–10 per cent from diesel, with the remaining share comprising petrol including hybrids. It may be noted that the automaker's Avinya brand for EVs, which was initially aimed to launch within two and a half years from mid-2022, has been deferred to late 2026 due to 'feasibility challenges in certain subsystems', which required architectural revisions and prolonged engineering cycles. Demerger completion targeted by year-end Tata Motors' proposed demerger process is progressing smoothly, with July 1 this year set as the 'appointed date' for accounting purposes and October 1 as the 'effective date' when the commercial vehicle (CV) and passenger vehicle (PV) businesses begin operating as separate entities. Balaji noted that while the shareholder approval has already been secured, the company is now filing with the NCLT, after which it expects to receive inputs from the ROC and other regulators before final approval. Once the NCLT ruling is received, the company will proceed to operationalise the demerger. Post the demerger, the existing listed entity will become the PV business. The spun-out CV entity, which is set to be renamed Tata Motors, will be listed separately within 45–60 days of the effective date. Tata Motors anticipates the full process, including listing of both entities, to be completed by November–December 2025 period.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
From rare earths to trade tariffs: Tata Motors maps strategy to mitigate geopolitical headwinds
New Delhi: Following China's restrictions on rare earth magnet exports, auto major Tata Motors said it is working with the government and is also taking steps to procure magnets from alternate sources. These elements are critical to the production of ICE as well as electric vehicle (EV) components. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Group CFO PB Balaji said there is no immediate concern. 'No panic buttons are being pressed at this stage,' he said. Commenting on the broader geopolitical risks , including the Israel-Iran conflict, he noted that the semiconductor crisis of 2022–23 served as a critical stress test for the automotive ecosystem, which led companies to internalise key lessons and significantly strengthen their supply chain resilience. The automaker stated that it will 'not change any of the product launch plans' at this stage. However, it added that if the situation worsens significantly, a reassessment may be necessary. The company recently launched the Harrier EV, with dispatches scheduled to begin next month, and confirmed that the Sierra EV rollout remains on track. Shailesh Chandra, MD at Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, added that the company is 'comfortable from a stock perspective for the next few months.' However, he acknowledged the strategic need to diversify sourcing in the medium to long term. 'We have identified seven high-impact rare earth elements out of 17 that are most critical to our components. We are closely tracking how to reduce the constitution or mix of these into the components in which it gets into,' Chandra said. He added that while short-term dependency will continue, there are clear pathways to significantly reduce and eventually eliminate this dependence over the long term. Union Steel and Heavy Industries Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday said the government is likely to decide on a subsidy scheme for domestic production of rare earth magnets within 15–20 days. While actual production is expected to take about two years, interim sourcing alternatives including Japan and Vietnam are being explored. Tariff impact on JLR Tata Motors anticipates a tariff-related impact on its British subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), with EBITDA expected to decline to the 5–7 per cent range, down from its earlier 10 per cent EBIT trajectory. Further, he acknowledged that exports from the company's Slovakia plant to the US remain subject to tariffs, resulting in a cost impact. To mitigate this, the company is rolling out a "cost-out programme over the next 12–18 months." Meanwhile, Balaji confirmed that JLR will commence completely knocked down (CKD) operations at its Ranipet, Tamil Nadu plant in India by early 2026, gradually transitioning from its current Pune base. JLR plans to invest ₹9,000 crore in Ranipet plant over five years, as part of a broader strategy to expand its presence and manufacturing capabilities in the country. He noted that the proposed UK-India trade agreement could ease market entry for future models without requiring CKD scale initially. Hybrids on the cards? When asked about plans to introduce hybrid models by 2030, Chandra said that while the company currently categorises hybrids under the petrol segment, it remains open to the technology. 'If competitiveness requires us to introduce hybrids in certain segments, we will do so– not just for emission compliance, but also for performance-driven reasons,' he noted. However, reiterating its stance on incentivising hybrid vehicles, Tata Motors stated that the company does not view them as a long-term solution deserving of government incentives. 'We are absolutely fine supplying hybrids if that's what the customer wants. But our concern lies with incentivising hybrids. These are not destination technologies, they are transitional, meant to be used for managing CAFE norms by others,' Balaji said. According to him, hybrids are essentially enhanced ICE powertrains, and if they are to be incentivised, then CNG should logically receive similar support. Tata Motors' internal powertrain forecast in the near-term projects 30 per cent of volumes from EVs, 27 per cent from CNG, and around 6–10 per cent from diesel, with the remaining share comprising petrol including hybrids. It may be noted that the automaker's Avinya brand for EVs, which was initially aimed to launch within two and a half years from mid-2022, has been deferred to late 2026 due to 'feasibility challenges in certain subsystems', which required architectural revisions and prolonged engineering cycles. Demerger completion targeted by year-end Tata Motors' proposed demerger process is progressing smoothly, with July 1 this year set as the 'appointed date' for accounting purposes and October 1 as the 'effective date' when the commercial vehicle (CV) and passenger vehicle (PV) businesses begin operating as separate entities. Balaji noted that while the shareholder approval has already been secured, the company is now filing with the NCLT, after which it expects to receive inputs from the ROC and other regulators before final approval. Once the NCLT ruling is received, the company will proceed to operationalise the demerger. Post the demerger, the existing listed entity will become the PV business. The spun-out CV entity, which is set to be renamed Tata Motors, will be listed separately within 45–60 days of the effective date. Tata Motors anticipates the full process, including listing of both entities, to be completed by November–December 2025 period.
Forbes
22-06-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Gets Max Range, Tesla Supercharger Smarts: Review
EDMONTON, CANADA APRIL 13: A 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Max Range on display at the Edmonton Motor ... More Show on April 13, 2025, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images) The GMC Sierra EV Denali Max Range is a new breed of GM EVs that eliminates range anxiety. The easy Tesla Supercharger access is icing on the cake. The Denali EV I tested this week showed over 500 miles of range when I did a full charge. Delete range anxiety. The icing on the cake was I did all of my charging on Tesla Superchargers with an adapter provided by GM (see video at bottom). The best analogy I can come up with is heaven and hell. Tesla superchargers are paradise compared to the hell of competing networks. A massive Tesla Supercharger location with 76 chargers. The GMC Denali EV in the distance. Welcome sight: a massive Tesla Supercharger network near Tejon Pass, California After spending the day on Mount Pinos in the Mojave Desert, we did a quick search for the nearest Tesla Superchargers since the Denali came with a NACS (Tesla) adapter. To our surprise there was a new Supercharger location near Frazier Park at the base of Mount Pinos. And it was all super-fast V4 chargers. But we decided to skip that (maybe next time) and travel on to the Tejon outlets near Grapevine (a section of interstate 5). At Tejon Outlets, we were surprised to find a massive Tesla supercharger location with 76 chargers and almost no users. It was simply a matter of plugging in, then charging commenced. During the time I was charging, there was only the Denali and two other Teslas. What a difference! After spending years using competing charging networks and experiencing untold amounts of waiting and frustration, it was cathartic. The Denali has Tesla charging integrated into the charging screen. So, the infotainment screen will populate with the Tesla Supercharger locations. Then you just select your location and the specific Tesla charger and start charging. The GMC Denali EV goes the distance In 2025, many EVs on the market max out at a little over 300 miles of range. That's fine. That works for the vast majority of EV owners. But some people need the kind of range you get on a gas car. And that's what GM is aiming for. The beauty of a 500-mile range EV is that it takes a lot of long-distance driving to run down the battery. If you're not always able to home charge and on the road often, that's a godsend. And, again, it's even better if you have access to the best charging network out there: Tesla's. In the video above I demonstrate how easy it is to now charge at Tesla Superchargers on a GM vehicle. General Motors will make it even easier later this year when it begins including native NACS charging ports on its cars. That in itself will eliminate a major obstacle to buying a non-Tesla EV. I know. Because Tesla owners are always telling me how the EV hoi polloi (non-Tesla world) are tethered to an inferior public charging network.
Auto Blog
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
GMC's Sierra EV Just Got Way Better Thanks to Its New Trims
GMC gives customers more choice by expanding the Sierra EV lineup GMC has revealed that the 2026 Sierra EV will receive two new trims: the Elevation and AT4. Starting prices for each 2026 Sierra EV variant, not including destination charge, are $62,400 and $70,600 for the Elevation's standard and extended range versions, respectively, $79,300 and $89,600 for the AT4 extended range and max range, and $69,700, $77,900, and $98,600 for the Denali's standard range, extended range, and max range configurations. Standard, extended, and max range battery options represent GMC's widest selection of batteries yet. Let's take a closer look at the distinguishing factors of each 2026 Sierra EV trim—all of which are equipped with 4WD. Previous Pause Next Unmute 0:00 / 0:09 2025 Ford Maverick: 4 reasons to love it, 2 reasons to think twice Watch More The new Sierra EV Elevation 2026 GMC Sierra EV Elevation — Source: GMC Drivers who choose the entry-level 2026 Sierra EV Elevation receive two battery options (standard range and extended range), a 16.8-inch diagonal center touchscreen, a MultiPro Tailgate, and a power-operated front trunk. The wheels measure 18 inches, and the After Dark interior boasts darker color palettes, giving the cabin a more modern feel. The Elevation's available features are a MultiPro MidGate for expanding the truck bed into the cab, 800-volt DC fast charge capability up to 300kW, a 7.2kW Energy Transfer off-boarding power system, and Super Cruise hands-free driver-assistance technology. Power figures come in at 645 horsepower and 765 lb-ft of torque with the extended range battery, while the standard battery specs have not yet been revealed. The range maxes out at 410 miles per charge. The new Sierra EV AT4 2026 GMC Sierra EV AT4 — Source: GMC The 2026 Sierra EV AT4 supports off-roading with 35-inch all-terrain tires, a lifted coil suspension, and a trim-exclusive terrain mode integrated with one-pedal drive and automatic braking. Separate standard features include 2 inches of additional ground clearance, 4-Wheel Steer featuring CrabWalk, Super Cruise hands-free driver-assistance technology, a Forest Storm interior limited to the AT4 trim, and an illuminated GMC front badge. Available options consist of a MultiPro MidGate, 800-Volt/350kW DC public fast charging-capable adding up to 100 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes, and a 10.2kW Energy Transfer Pro off-board power system, which includes 240-Volt and 120-Volt outlets in the truck bed. The AT4 extended range produces 625 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque, and the max range delivers 725 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque. Range caps at 478 miles. Sierra EV Denali 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali — Source: GMC GMC's 2026 Sierra EV Denali is available with all three battery options, two interior designs, heated/ventilated seats, and Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology. Air Ride Adaptive Suspension, a panoramic fixed glass roof, and 4-Wheel Steer are available options, and the Denali's nine color choices are the most the model has ever seen. GMC hasn't yet released powertrain specs for the 2026 Sierra EV Denali's standard battery, but its extended range and max range batteries produce 645 and 760 horsepower, along with 785 lb-ft of torque. Drivers receive up to 478 miles of range per charge. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Final thoughts GMC's new choices within its Sierra EV lineup cater to diverse consumer needs, enabling the automaker to better compete in the rapidly growing premium electric truck market. The AT4 is a standout new addition with its off-road capable design, but the new standard range Elevation makes entering the full-size electric pickup segment slightly more accessible. The 2026 Sierra EV is expected to arrive at dealers this summer. About the Author Cody Carlson View Profile
