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Among the most versatile vehicles on the market are full-size pickups that feature four full size doors. Although many buyers are staying clear of trucks due to the preference of more economical vehicles, there’s still a huge need for pickups among a wide demographic, according to commercial equipment leasing companies that regularly deal in commercial vehices. With four-doors, these trucks can haul everything you need, while also providing space for passengers and other cargo. Whether these trucks are used for work or for recreation, they can haul anything you might need.

In addition to providing versatility, today’s full-size trucks are more robust than ever. The Chevrolet Silverado, Dodge Ram, and Ford F-150 are also relatively new models, giving buyers plenty of unique features to choose from. Traditionally, these domestic trucks have dominated this segment, but in recent years they’ve lost their appeal slightly thanks to competitive offerings from Nissan, Toyota, and even Honda. That being said, the latest domestic trucks provide more to like than ever, especially in light of its Japanese competition.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 4X4 Crew Cab

Perhaps the best trait of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is its driving dynamics. In part due to its relatively light weight compared with its competition, the Chevy Silverado provides solid on-road ride, spirited acceleration, and a noticeably solid structure overall. Braking is also impressive both on road and off road.

Powering the Chevrolet Silverado is a 5.3-liter V8 engine, which produces 315 horsepower and 338 lb ft of torque. This engine not only provides strong acceleration, but it also delivers a towing capacity of 9500 lbs. Today, buyers such as those visiting New Orleans Chevrolet will also be happy to know that the Silverado gets excellent fuel economy for the class, with combined driving delivering about 18 miles per gallon.

Although performance and road handling is where the Chevrolet Silverado shines, the interior is a different story. Seating in both the Dodge Ram and Ford F-150 provide more room and support, and also provide space for storage. For those who keep tools, cargo, and other accessories inside the cabin, this is where the Dodge or the Ford may be a better choice. While the design and layout of the dash is very clean and well-organized, materials were not quite up to the standards its competitors. That being said, many shoppers among Hartford Chevrolet dealers find the Silverado’s interior to be simple, yet spacious with everything they need and more.

2009 Ford F-150 King Ranch 4X4 SuperCrew

The 2009 Ford F-150 received a bit of an update for the current model year. Despite looking remarkably similar to the 2008 model, the Ford F-150 offers increased capacities and capabilities. In fact, the 2009 Ford F-150 offers the best payload rating in its class at 3030 lbs. The F-150 also can tow 11,300 lbs.

Under the hood of the Ford F-150 is a 5.4-liter V8 engine. The engine provides 14 mpg in the city, and 18 in the highway, which is not particularly encouraging. Unfortunately, the EcoBoost V6 is not yet available, which Maine Ford dealers believe will provide the balance fuel efficiency and towing power that ample buyers will want.

The Ford F-150 has always been a great performer on the road according to Used Cars Richmond, and the latest model is no different. In addition to commendable steering and overall operation, the Ford truck is very quiet. There’s also ample interior storage to satisfy just about anyone’s needs. According to Los Angeles Commercial Trucks, this is why the latest F-150 is a popular choice among familities and for commercial buyers alike.

2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie 4X4 Crew Cab

With its redesign for 2009, the Dodge Ram is better than ever and also has what we consider to be among the best full-size pickup styling available. The interior of the Dodge Ram also shined, with excellent design, quality materials, comfortable seating, and even a few luxurious touches. There are also plenty of nooks and crannies inside, making it easy to store just about any item you may have.

A unique feature with the Dodge Ram pickup that intrigues many of Chattanooga Dodge dealers‘ customers was the Ram Boxes, which provided a covered storage solution within the side rails of the bed. The design is simple, but makes a huge impact as full-size truck buyers expect innovative storage solutions.

Powered by a 390-horsepower Hemi V8, the Dodge Ram was quicker than either the Chevrolet Silverado or the Ford F-150, but it also provided the worst mileage. While mileage will pose a problem for some potential buyers, truck shoppers at Chrysler dealers Lubbock have been drawn to the Ram as it delivers best in class storage and comfort, which will likely place it at the top of the shopping lists of many other buyers as well.

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The restructuring of General Motors has been well underway in light of the billions of dollars at stake from the government. As a result, GM has clustered certain brands together, while other brands have gone into “strategic review” and face being sold or eliminated. While restructuring is far from over, what is known is that GM simply has too many brands, too many dealers, and too few customers at the moment.

One of the GM brands that has remained unscathed in the shuffling at GM is GMC. GMC is brand that has offered rebadged Chevrolet trucks, vans, and SUVs for years. While these vehicles are made side by side Chevy models, and are largely identical, GMC has somehow managed to be a small notch more upscale than their Chevy counterparts, perhaps thanks to models like the Yukon Denali.

With a lineup of trucks that are essentially identical to Chevy’s lineup, the question is why GMC has remained a core brand under the GM umbrella? Chevy is a no brainer, Cadillac is the brand’s true luxury marquee, Pontiac is going to work towards becoming a sport-oriented specialty brand, but what value is GMC providing wonders customers at New Orleans Chevrolet? Already, there are too many dealers pushing domestic brands with too little demand, so why maintain a brand that doesn’t offer a unique product lineup, and frankly doesn’t offer a true brand identity?

Of course, badge engineering is cheap. That goes without saying, as GM has taken this strategy to the extreme across its brands. Even Saab was forced to sell the Chevy Trailblazer-derived 9-7X SUV. But even so, the inexpensive process of throwing a GMC badge on a Tahoe doesn’t make it necessary.

The real answer comes down to the dealers says one Cleveland Chevrolet dealer. GM has worked hard to cluster its brands at the dealer level creating Chevrolet-Cadillac dealerships Hartford Pontiac Buick GMC and Buick-Pontiac-GMC dealerships like GMC Washington DC. If Pontiac does eventually become a specialty brand, it will likely remain low-volume just like Buick is in its current state. This means that dealers need GMC to offer mainstream trucks and SUVs that offer more sales volume.

Regardless, no matter how you look at it, GM’s lineup remains a bit awkward, with plenty of redundancies. Despite brand loyalties across the plethora of current brands, Orlando Chevrolet dealers recognize that GM will have to make bold concessions, just has Ford has already done, to keep afloat while consumers and the auto market change. Continue reading ‘Will GMC Remain an Important GM Brand?’