News

Updated 2021 GMC Sierra Trucks Make Towing Even Easier

by Guillaume Rivard
All photos
Photo: General Motors

General Motors cannot realistically catch the Ford F-150 in terms of sales, especially with the latter coming to market this fall with a brand new generation, but that doesn’t mean it should wait a year or two to make some upgrades.

After launching a completely redesigned GMC Sierra for 2019 and announcing several updates for 2020, the manufacturer is at it again, promising several extras and enhancements with the 2021 Sierra 1500, 2500HD and 3500HD models. Those who have to tow on a regular basis will be happy.

“We know that our Canadian Sierra HD customers purchase their trucks for towing,” said Michael MacPhee, GMC Canada brand director. “Whether our customers tow a boat, RV, off-road toys or anything in-between our 2021 Sierra’s new and enhanced available trailering tech features can help drivers tow like a pro.”

Photo: General Motors

What is he talking about exactly? For starters, with the new Trailer Length Indicator (activated at the same time as the turn signal), the centre screen displays a red overlay twice the length of the trailer and shows when other vehicles are present and may interfere with a lane-change manoeuvre.

Also new for 2021, Jack-Knife Alert tracks the position of the trailer in relation to the pickup. If the front of the trailer approaches the rear of the vehicle, an alert is displayed when there may be a potential jack-knife situation, thus preventing damage.

Photo: General Motors

As you know, the GMC Sierra’s many available cameras offer up to 15 different views. Rear Side View, which provides a split view of the left and right sides of the truck and trailer, is now accessible while driving in reverse, as well. Rear Trailer View has been enhanced to include guidelines that assist when backing a trailer into place and a Trailer-Angle Indicator to show the relationship between the truck and trailer. As for the Cargo Bed View, a new zoom feature and bed hitch guidance can be helpful for aligning and hooking up a gooseneck/fifth-wheel trailer.

Photo: General Motors

Other additions to the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 include increased availability of the MultiPro tailgate on SLE and Elevation trims, as well as a new selection of colours. The AT4 model is available with 20-inch tires and an off-road high-clearance step.

Over to the Sierra HD, HD Surround Vision and Bed View camera technology are now standard on Denali. The new Black Diamond Edition will have several unique features, including exclusive 20-inch high-gloss black wheels and new power-retractable assist steps. The MultiPro tailgate comes standard on SLE, while AT4 can be specified with 18-inch Mud Terrain tires and an off-road high clearance step.

The 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Sierra HD should arrive in showrooms by the end of this year.

Photo: William Clavey
Share on Facebook
GalleryNews, reviews, videosGMC dealersUsed vehiclesGMC

More on the subject

NewsGM Ramps up Full-size Pickup Production to Meet Demand
Demand for full-size pickups is even stronger than it was before the COVID-19 pandemic hit North America and production sites were forced to close for two months. In some parts of the U.S. and Canada, customers must wait an unusually long period of time to receive their orders. In order …
NewsGM Wants to Apply eBoost Braking to Trailers, RVs
Last year, General Motors came up with a new electronic braking assist system called eBoost. It found its way into a few models including the all-new 2020 Chevrolet Corvette as well as the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra full-size pickups. Basically, the system integrates the master cylinder, electro-hydraulic booster …
First Drives2020 GMC Sierra HD: Towing the Competition
JACKSON HOLE, Wyoming— The heavy-duty pickup segment has become so competitive that the latest product on the market automatically becomes the king of the hill. This year has been a historic one. It all started with the 2019 Ram Heavy Duty and its 1,000 pound-feet of torque. Then, Ford made …
News2021 Chevrolet Silverado Adds Multi-Flex Tailgate, More Towing Power
One of the main differences between the next-generation Chevrolet Silverado and its cousin, the GMC Sierra , will be a thing of the past in 2021 as the former adds the option of a Multi-Flex tailgate. Several other enhancements have been made to Chevy’s full-size pickup, so let’s do a …
BuzzSome GM Designers Had Way Too Much Fun With the Sierra
The GMC Sierra was completely redesigned two years ago and the next generation is not expected to debut before the second half of the current decade, but that doesn’t mean General Motors designers can’t look to the future, experiment with all sorts of things and have a little fun in …
First Drives2021 GMC Yukon Denali: A Masterpiece in Its Own Right
Large SUVs are not made for everybody. They take up a lot of place and they can be extremely tough to park. And yet they are very popular at the moment despite environmental and economic pressures. At General Motors, these highly profitable modern-day mastodons are called Chevrolet Tahoe /Suburban, GMC …
NewsGMC Sierra to Offer Super Cruise Tech by 2022
The GMC Sierra 1500 is our Best Buy for 2021 in the large pickup segment and it doesn’t have many reasons to envy the competition. However, there’s one area where the brand needs to catch up. As we’ve just found out, the Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving system that is so …
NewsThe Car Guide's Best Buys for 2021: Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra
Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Full-size pickup sales are extremely strong across the country. The American manufacturers completely dominate the segment, so you’ll see the same names here, except in a different order than last …