Preparing for New Model Launch
General Motors is preparing to introduce the updated Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups later this year. As part of this preparation, the company is announcing a series of investments to support the production of the new models.
While the main focus was previously on US plants, Canada is also receiving support. GM is investing 63 million Canadian dollars (46 million US dollars) to modernize the Oshawa Assembly plant. These funds will be used to upgrade stamping equipment. This investment complements previous funding of 280 million Canadian dollars aimed at preparing the plant for the production of the next generation of full-size pickups.
Uniqueness of the Oshawa Plant
The automaker is not disclosing all details but notes that Oshawa Assembly is a unique facility. It is the only GM plant in North America where both light-duty and heavy-duty versions of the Chevrolet Silverado are assembled on a single production line. Furthermore, the enterprise ensures the production of spare parts for the market, including stamping and related assembly operations.
GM Canada President Jack Uppal stated: “This additional investment underscores the importance of Oshawa in GM’s full-size truck portfolio. With a rich history of truck manufacturing in Canada, the talented team at Oshawa Assembly will continue to play a crucial role in supplying the pickups our customers trust.”
Expected Design and Technical Features
Although the company is keeping details secret, a design patent has practically revealed the exterior of the 2027 model year Silverado. The model will receive a completely new front end, similar to the Chevrolet Traverse, with separate headlight units and a mesh grille with a long horizontal bar. A robust front bumper and a noticeable spoiler for improved aerodynamics and fuel efficiency will also be present.
More streamlined body shapes, a cab spoiler, and a small sliding rear window are expected. The rear doors will feature a new design: instead of the “CHEVROLET” lettering, they will display a bowtie logo.
New Powertrains
In addition to the new design, GM promises to introduce a new generation of engines that will provide improved performance, better fuel economy, and reduced emissions. Rumors suggest the engine lineup will include the already familiar 2.7-liter turbocharged four-cylinder and the 3.0-liter turbo-diesel inline six-cylinder engines. They are expected to be complemented by new 5.7-liter and 6.7-liter gasoline V8 engines.
These investments in Canadian production are taking place against the backdrop of complex international trade relations, indicating the company’s strategic long-term belief in local potential and skilled labor. The market success of the new pickups will largely depend on how well the new technologies and design meet the expectations of buyers, who increasingly value both power and efficiency. The Oshawa plant, with its unique capabilities, is preparing to become a key player in this process.