Avoid Common Driving Mistakes in your GMC Vehicle
July 6, 2009 by jcme · Leave a Comment
Accidents happen, in many cases, not so much due to malicious intent as relatively innocent mistakes. Knowing what the most common driving mistakes are can help to make sure your GMC vehicle (and its occupants) stay safe this summer.
One of the most common driving mistakes you can make in your GMC vehicle is distraction. Whether it’s a mobile device or pushing buttons on your radio or navigation system, it’s important not to get distracted. Many states now have distracted driving laws that ban some practices, such as talking on a cell phone, outright.
Aggressive driving practices are common causes of accidents, as well. These include things like speeding, tailgating and failing to yield. Simply deciding to drive more defensively can help to protect you and your family.
Finally, driving while tired is also responsible for many driving mistakes. If you drive your GMC vehicle while you’re tired, you’re more likely to have difficulty reacting to road situations. Make sure you’re well rested before you ever get behind the wheel of your GMC vehicle.
Summer GMC Vehicle Care
June 22, 2009 by jcme · Leave a Comment
The summer driving season can be hard on your GMC vehicle. If you want to prepare your GMC car or truck for the stress of high temps and increase its reliability on trips, here are some things to keep in mind:
First, make sure the tires on your GMC are inflated and that the treads are in good condition. This will prevent tire failure, and help increase your gas mileage.
You should also make sure to regularly check your hoses and. Look for cracked hoses and belts. If you see signs of wear, replace them.
Engine coolant is also especially important during the summer months. Make sure that the levels are high enough, and that the mixture of coolant and water is correct.
Your motor oil needs to be full and free of debris during the summer, as well. If you’re towing a heavy trailer or if your area gets especially hot, you should consider a higher viscosity oil.
Thinking about a new GMC vehicle for that summer road trip? Come and see your local GMC dealer today.
GMC’s Versatile Truck
June 15, 2009 by jcme · Leave a Comment
GMC has offered pickup trucks from the beginning, and the GMC truck is one of the most iconic pickups you can find on American roads. GMC’s latest full-size truck, Sierra, comes with plenty of options.
The 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 is available in three body styles: regular, extended and crew cab. You can choose a trim level from a sort of barebones “work truck” all the way up through the luxurious Denali.
There are options in the powertrain, as well. The bottom engine is a 4.3 liter V6 that produces 195 horsepower. At the top end you can find a 6.0 liter v8 that produces 367 horsepower. Four speed automatic transmission is standard, with the higher engines having the option of a six speed transmission. You can even choose between rear wheel and four wheel drive.
If you need a new truck, the GMC Sierra has a configuration that’s right for you.
The Ultimate Hybrid SUV
June 15, 2009 by jcme · Leave a Comment
The GMC Yukon is, for many families, the ultimate in transportation. It features enough space for just about any family out there, and it can tow a camper or look great parked for a night out on the town.
Of course, all of that luxury, size and power comes at a price. The GMC Yukon is far from the most fuel efficient vehicle on the road. However, beginning with the 2008 model year and continuing in 2009, GMC has offered Yukon fans a way to save at the gas pump: with the GMC Yukon Hybrid.
There was a time, of course, when hybrid cars were small and aerodynamic. Eventually, you would find a mid sized sedan or maybe a compact SUV that featured a hybrid engine. Today, however, you can go green with one of the biggest vehicles on the road.
the GMC Yukon hybrid relies on a 6.0 liter gas V8 engine that is supported by two electric motors. The yukon can actually go up to 30 miles per hour on electric power only, giving a 21 mile per gallon fuel rating in city driving.
The GMC Yukon Hybrid is similar to a regular Yukon in all of the way sthat matter. It can seat 8 people and offers around 109 cubic feet of space for cargo. As always, this Yukon comes loaded. It can even tow up to 6,200 pounds.
If you want a full size powerful SUV and want to still lessen your carbon footprint, get to your Conshohocken GMC dealer today.
Fixing a Flat on your GMC
June 1, 2009 by Adam · Comments Off
If you’ve spent any time at all looking around an automotive store, or even the auto parts section at a department store, you’ve seen the emergency flat tire fixing cans. You may have been skeptical about its effectiveness. The fact of the matter is that, in many cases, if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. You wonder if the cans work at all, and probably walk right on past.
Using the aerosol flat tire cans is relatively simple. Start off by pulling off the road to a safe spot. Take the cap off of your GMC vehicle’s tire stem. Put the cap somewhere you won’t lose it, as you’re going to need to put it back on later on. Screw the can’s hose onto the valve stem. When it stops filing up with air, unscrew the cap and put the valve stem cap back onto the valve stem. Drive the car right away so that the sealant can circulate.
Well, the truth is, these products do work. However, there are some things to keep in mind when it comes to these products:
These aerosol tire sealers can, in some instances, harm a Tire Pressure Management System. If your GMC vehicle has a Tire Pressure Management System, you might want to think twice before using these cans.
- These products hold up well in both heat and cold. Check the can for specific information, but you can generally store the product in your car.
- These products are not designed to be permanent solutions. They are designed to get you to a tire repair shop.
- When you do get to the repair shop, make sure that you tell the technician that you used the aerosol. This way, the technician knows that the tire is filled with gas and not with regular air.
There’s no better place to get your GMC vehicle serviced than at your Conshohocken area GMC dealer. Come and see us today.
The 2008 GMC Acadia
September 1, 2008 by jcme · Leave a Comment
The 2008 GMC Acadia is one of the best large crossover utility vehicles on the market today. The GMC Acadia features a spacious interior, powerful v6 engine, and it comes at a price that’s very competetive in its class.
The Acadia has room for up to 8 passengers. The middle row seating comes as captain’s chairs, but you can get a bench as an option. The second row seats slide back and forth, and flip up so that they’re out of the way when you need to get to the third row seats. There is even plenty of room for luggage behind the third row, making the 2008 GMC Acadia one of the most roomy crossover utility vehicles available.
There are a number of trim styles for the 2008 GMC Acadia. Every GMC Acadia includes a full setup of airbags, full power accessories, cruise control, and front and rear air conditioning as standard equipment. In addition, every GMC Acadia has antilock disc brakes and stability control with roll mitigation. The standard stereo setup has six speakers, as well as a CD player and MP3 playback capability. The SLT packages get a stereo upgrade and have a 10-speaker Bose audio system along with a CD changer. Plenty of other features, from heated front seats to tri-zone climate controls grace the higher trim levels.
The 2008 GMC Acadia handles well, looks great, and has plenty of room for your needs. If you’re in the market for a CUV, give this one a look.
The 2008 GMC Sierra
August 12, 2008 by Adam · Leave a Comment
GMC Trucks are well known for their quality, reliability, customizability, and style. In particular, the 2008 GMC Sierra is one of the most versatile trucks you can get.
The 2008 GMC Sierra comes in a variety of bed lengths, several cab styles, two different styles for the dashboard, and even eight different engine options. Here are some of the most common configurations for the 2008 GMC Sierra:
The Basic Work Truck
One thing that stands out about the 2008 Sierra is the level of comfort you’ll find even in the basic model. This trim level includes air conditioning, daytime running lights, chrome bumpers, vinyl seats, and a tire pressur monitoring system. It’s available in standard or extended cab, and the bed can be 6 foot, 6 inches, or it can be 8 foot.
The Sierra SLE
A step up from the basic work truck is the SLE. This trim level adds a number of features to the basic truck. It offers fog lamps, cruise control, rear-window defrost, fog lamps, power locks, windows and mirrors, a CD player and cloth seats. The SLE2 trim level adds dual zone air conditioning, audio controls for your steering wheel, premium cloth seats, power seats, and even machined aluminum wheels.
The All-Terrain model
If want to have towing capacity and payload power, along with off-road capabilities, you might look at the All-Terrain model of the GMC Sierra. This trim level has the Z71 off road package, 18-inch wheels, the heavy duty trailer package and rancho stocks.
The Denali
At the top of the line, you’ll find the GMC Sierra Denali. This classy truck has the same sort of refinements and features as the Yukon Denali SUV. You’ll dual zone climate control, leather interior, and find heated seats,. You can add a heated steering wheel, rear-seat entertainment and a sunroof to the Denali as options, as well.
No matter what you’re looking for from a pickup, you can find it at your local PA GMC Truck dealer in the form of the 2008 GMC Sierra.
GM to Cut Truck Production
July 9, 2008 by Adam · Leave a Comment
As North American drivers continue to watch the price of fuel increase, more and more of them are choosing cars over trucks. This has led to General Motors cutting production of their truck models, SUV’s, and vans by 170,000.
A large drop in sales in of their light truck models and SUV’s have triggered this move by GM. They are hoping to make up for this lack by boosting production of their fuel-efficient cars and smaller, lighter SUV models such as the GMC Acadia by 47,000 units. The company will be idling 7 different plants in North America and Mexico for up to as many as 12 weeks to accommodate this cut in production.
While this may come as a disappointment to truck enthusiasts, there is a silver lining to this cloud. To try and stop the slump in truck sales GMC has been offering interest free loans to purchase trucks and have offered loan periods as long as 6 years while they try to sell the inventory they have left. What this means to those who either need to drive a truck or prefer to drive a truck is that there has never been a better time to buy a GMC truck.
In some instances, casual drivers have made the decision to sell their own trucks as they make the move towards smaller, more fuel-efficient cars. This has created a buyer’s market, meaning that there has never been a better time to buy a used GMC truck either. Prices on used trucks and SUVs have dropped 15 to 30% over the last year, with models having a blue book value of $17,000 actually selling for around $11,500.
Bet of all, they are the same GMC trucks you have become accustomed to. Even though they may have dropped somewhat in value, they were still made to the same exacting standards of value, safety, and performance that have been a hallmark of GMC. This is the time to purchase the truck you’ve always wanted at new, lower prices.
For great deals on GMC trucks, stop by your PA GMC dealers today.
A Closer Look at the 2008 GMC Sierra Denali
May 1, 2008 by jcme · Leave a Comment
The highest peak in North America is in south central Alaska, and the peak tops out at 20,300 feet. The name of that mountain? Denali.
It’s extreme. It’s bad. It’s a monster. It’s beautiful… but we aren’t referring to the mountain anymore.
The GMC 2008 Sierra Denali encompasses everything about Mount Denali and more. Just like the mountain, the Sierra Denali is built tough and made tough with elements that set the standard for extreme.
It has a Vortec High-Output 6.2L V8 engine and 18 inch or optional 20 inch wheels. The Denali has 403 anxious horses of power who really, REALLY want to get you where you’re going – no matter what it takes.
Mt. Denali is formidable. So is the 2008 GMC Sierra Denali.
Inside the truck, it’s a whole new world. Forget the bad weather and whipping wind. Sit down into a comfortable life of ease and convenience. Packed with features, the Sierra Denali makes sure driving is an extreme experience.
There’s dual-zone automatic climate control, a powerful stereo system. Get an impressive mP3-capable 6-disc in-dash CD changer and a Bose® premium speaker system with subwoofer. Now that’s riding along to the tunes.
The front bucket seats with 12-way power driver and front seat passenger adjusters make driving a pleasure, and a color-keyed, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls just keeps the good times coming.
City, highway, mountains… this is the truck for all your needs. Don’t take our word for it, though. Check out the 2008 GMC Sierra Denali and take it for a test drive. Then YOU tell the world – or if you want to, shout it out from the mountaintops.
For a new or used GMC denali, visit your Philadelphia GMC dealers.