FenwickHockey65's Great Thread of GM Knowledge - Page 572

Martinjlm · 12-30-2021, 09:54 PM

GM and a whole crapload of other companies have dropped their in-person presence at CES. As a result my company is also no longer sending anyone to CES. We will participate virtually. GM will still launch the Silverado EV there virtually and Mary Barra will still deliver the keynote address virtually. I was looking forward to being able to crawl all over a physical property and take a ton of detailed photos and talk to the GM reps on hand. Oh well. If that was my biggest problem then I would be truly blessed.

There’s gonna be a ton of cool automotive stuff discussed at CES, but I guess I’ll get most of it while sitting in my home office. I’ll pass on the cool stuff in this thread.

FenwickHockey65 · 12-30-2021, 11:26 PM

https://www.burlappcar.com/2021/12/2...5-or-ct-6.html

Odd CT5 spy photo that appears to have the C-pillar treatment opened into an actual window.

90503 · 01-02-2022, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Martinjlm

GM and a whole crapload of other companies have dropped their in-person presence at CES. As a result my company is also no longer sending anyone to CES. We will participate virtually. GM will still launch the Silverado EV there virtually and Mary Barra will still deliver the keynote address virtually. I was looking forward to being able to crawl all over a physical property and take a ton of detailed photos and talk to the GM reps on hand. Oh well. If that was my biggest problem then I would be truly blessed.

There’s gonna be a ton of cool automotive stuff discussed at CES, but I guess I’ll get most of it while sitting in my home office. I’ll pass on the cool stuff in this thread.

Any chance of a web feed link(?) to Mary Berra's presentation? I looked on the CES web-site and didn't see anything.

Bummer about no attendance....Good luck.

Martinjlm · 01-02-2022, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 90503

Any chance of a web feed link(?) to Mary Berra's presentation? I looked on the CES web-site and didn't see anything.

Bummer about no attendance....Good luck.

You have to be registered to access the links.

snizzle · 01-03-2022, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Martinjlm

The 2.8D was profitable so this one would also likely be profitable. The engine already exists in a similar architecture. It’s also the same design and platform of the gasoline engines already in the vehicle, so integration is relatively simple. It helps with Truck CAFE. I’m not saying it’s a slam dunk, but it can pencil.

Yeah, I don't know, those stats are down significantly. The truck looks to be about the same size as the 2nd gen. I guess it's possible they went mixed metals and cut weight. I bet though that they go down to a single engine to reduce costs. That leaves the 2.7 in the Silverado?

NW-99SS · 01-04-2022, 07:51 AM

Mary is the last person who should be giving the key notes on a Silverado, but oh well...

Martinjlm · 01-04-2022, 03:09 PM

For those still waiting for their new Camaro to come in, it coulda been worse. You could be waiting for a Corvette...

https://news.yahoo.com/tornado-damag...223000825.html

shaffe · 01-04-2022, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by gahammerle

I would love to see GM come out with a Maverick-like truck.

Friend of mine just bought a Maverick, absolutely loves it. Ford might be on to something with the small truck idea.

Saw one the other day, not bad looking in person granted it was a Lariat trim in a nice color. Saw a bare bones one the other day.. yuck

FenwickHockey65 · 01-04-2022, 03:58 PM

Maverick has some awkward proportions for sure, but I think it's a strong product.

The rear license plate placement is infuriating though.

snizzle · 01-05-2022, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by shaffe

Ford might be on to something with the small truck idea.

Ford doesn't own the segment. Hyundai released one before them.

shaffe · 01-05-2022, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by snizzle

Ford doesn't own the segment. Hyundai released one before them.

True but that thing is hideous lol. And the maverick can be had in more affordable configurations.

https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2...n-test-review/

gahammerle · 01-05-2022, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by snizzle

Ford doesn't own the segment. Hyundai released one before them.

Is the Hyundai capable of carrying 4x8 sheets in the bed?

snizzle · 01-05-2022, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by gahammerle

Is the Hyundai capable of carrying 4x8 sheets in the bed?

These trucks (both Hyundai and Ford) have tiny beds. Almost useless. And that's coming from a guy that has a Colorado CC with a 5'2” short box.

gahammerle · 01-05-2022, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by snizzle

These trucks (both Hyundai and Ford) have tiny beds. Almost useless. And that's coming from a guy that has a Colorado CC with a 5'2” short box.

But you can carry 4x8 sheets in the Maverick's bed.

12-30-2021, 09:54 PM	#7995
Martinjlm Retired from GM Drives: 2017 Camaro Fifty SS Convertible Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Detroit Posts: 5,219	GM and a whole crapload of other companies have dropped their in-person presence at CES. As a result my company is also no longer sending anyone to CES. We will participate virtually. GM will still launch the Silverado EV there virtually and Mary Barra will still deliver the keynote address virtually. I was looking forward to being able to crawl all over a physical property and take a ton of detailed photos and talk to the GM reps on hand. Oh well. If that was my biggest problem then I would be truly blessed. There’s gonna be a ton of cool automotive stuff discussed at CES, but I guess I’ll get most of it while sitting in my home office. I’ll pass on the cool stuff in this thread. __________________ 2017 CAMARO FIFTY SS CONVERTIBLE A8 \| MRC \| NPP \| Nav \| HUD \| GM Performance CAI \| Tony Mamo LT1 V2 Ported TB \| Kooks 1-7/8” LT Headers \| FlexFuel Tune \| Thinkware Q800 Pro front and rear dash cam \| Charcoal Tint for Taillights and 3rd Brakelight \| Orange and Carbon Fiber Bowties \| 1LE Wheels in Gunmetal Gray \| Carbon Fiber Interior Overlays \| Novistretch bra and mirror covers \| Tow hitch for bicycle rack \|

12-30-2021, 11:26 PM	#7996
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	https://www.burlappcar.com/2021/12/2...5-or-ct-6.html Odd CT5 spy photo that appears to have the C-pillar treatment opened into an actual window. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

01-04-2022, 07:51 AM	#8000
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01-04-2022, 03:09 PM	#8001
Martinjlm Retired from GM Drives: 2017 Camaro Fifty SS Convertible Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Detroit Posts: 5,219	For those still waiting for their new Camaro to come in, it coulda been worse. You could be waiting for a Corvette... https://news.yahoo.com/tornado-damag...223000825.html __________________ 2017 CAMARO FIFTY SS CONVERTIBLE A8 \| MRC \| NPP \| Nav \| HUD \| GM Performance CAI \| Tony Mamo LT1 V2 Ported TB \| Kooks 1-7/8” LT Headers \| FlexFuel Tune \| Thinkware Q800 Pro front and rear dash cam \| Charcoal Tint for Taillights and 3rd Brakelight \| Orange and Carbon Fiber Bowties \| 1LE Wheels in Gunmetal Gray \| Carbon Fiber Interior Overlays \| Novistretch bra and mirror covers \| Tow hitch for bicycle rack \|

01-04-2022, 03:58 PM	#8003
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Maverick has some awkward proportions for sure, but I think it's a strong product. The rear license plate placement is infuriating though. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)