GM Finally Unwraps 2014 Silverado and Sierra Pickup Trucks

by Curt Bennink
Created: December 13, 2012

Trio of engines - standard V6 and two optional V8s - all burn less fuel by switching to four-cylinder mode when power demand is low

The 2014 GMC Sirra and Chevrolet Silverado are new from hood to hitch.
The 2014 GMC Sirra and Chevrolet Silverado are new from hood to hitch.
Each of the three Ecotec3 engines features standard direct injection, continuously variable valve timing and Active Fuel Management, which means they seamlessly switch to run on four cylinders...
Each of the three Ecotec3 engines features standard direct injection, continuously variable valve timing and Active Fuel Management, which means they seamlessly switch to run on four cylinders during light-load driving to save fuel.
2014 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ
2014 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ
2014 GMC Sierra
2014 GMC Sierra

Premium safety features

Four-wheel disc brakes with Duralife brake rotors feature a hardened and strengthened surface to reduce corrosion. The rotors are expected to last longer and provide quieter braking with less vibration.

The 2014 pickups also use electric power steering. An electric motor in place of an engine-driven hydraulic pump saves fuel and allows for tuning that results in a more consistent, crisp steering feel and plenty of assist for parking maneuvers.

The Sierra comes with projector beam headlamps. In addition, a suite of active safety features will be optional, including Forward Collision Alert, which uses a forward-facing camera to notify the driver of an imminent collision, and Lane Departure Warning, which uses the same camera to track the truck’s position in relation to a road’s lane markers.

In addition, the new Driver Alert Seat generates vibrating pulse patterns on the left and/or right side of the lower seat cushion bolster to alert the driver of potential dangers, such as an un-signaled lane change or approaching another vehicle too quickly. According to GM research, the seat’s vibrations may direct driver attention to the location of a potential collision more quickly and accurately than audible alerts.

more aerodynamic

Updated mirrors that reduce wind turbulence, triple-sealed inlaid doors and roof and tailgate design features all help air flow smoothly and quietly over the Sierra. Additional sealing around the grille, headlights and space between the cab and box also lower drag, along with aerodynamic spats located in front of the rear wheels. As a result, the aerodynamic coefficient of drag is 5% less than current models.

Fuel economy and performance specs have yet to be released for the new models, so stay tuned for further updates. ET