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A few months back, GMC released the first details about the 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty, the next-generation heavy duty truck from the company that helped invent the idea of Heavy Duty trucks in the first place. Available in 3/4-ton 2500HD and 1-ton dual-rear-wheel and single-rear-wheel 3500HD, the 2020 GMC Sierra won't be available at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC until late summer, but we're already stoked about some of the great details the Professional Grade brand has baked into their next-gen Sierra to make it the most versatile, powerful and capable heavy duty truck they've ever built. Read on for ten things we love about the all-new 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty... more 910 HORSEPOWER!: When it comes to towing and hauling, GM's Duramax Turbodiesel has become synonymous with strength, reliability and capability. The big 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8 available in the all-new 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty represents the next level of Duramax development, delivering 445 horsepower and a whopping 910 horsepower. That's grunt when you need it most, and if you need it, you will appreciate it. THE ALL-NEW ALLISON 10-SPEED: Out in the real world, towing means finding that sweet torque and horsepower sweet spot you need to tackle hills, steep grades, and standing starts. Getting your 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty there is easier than ever thanks to the all-new Allison 10-speed automatic transmission, with closer gear ratios than ever before for smoother transitions and more efficiency, even under the heaviest loads. THE ALL-NEW 6.6-LITER GAS V8: Prefer the instant power of a big gasoline engine? The 2020 GMC Sierra has you covered there too, with the all-new 6.6-liter gasoline V8. Backed by the bombproof 6L90 Heavy Duty transmission, the 6.6-liter V8 delivers 401 horsepower and 464 lb.-ft of tow-hungry torque -- a 22 percent increase in peak torque over the previous gas-powered Sierra HD! LARGER, STRONGER REAR AXLES: A heavy duty truck is only as strong as its components, and the engineers and designers behind the 2020 GMC Sierra HD turned to advanced materials science and construction techniques to make the components of the 2020 GMC Sierra HD stronger than ever! Case in point: larger, more robust axles front and rear, with a standard 11.5-inch differential ring gear on 2500HD models, and a massive 12-inch ring gear on 3500HD diesel models. BEST-IN-CLASS GOOSENECK TRAILERING: When it comes to gooseneck trailering, there are some great heavy duty trucks out there. But like we say all the time, GMC is just a liiiiittle bit better. How good is it? Try Best-In-Class Gooseneck trailering of up to 35,500 pounds, a whopping 52 percent increase over the maximum capacity of the 2019 GMC Sierra HD! THE PRO-GRADE TRAILERING SYSTEM: When you're trying to get the load secured, hitched up and on down the road, things can be a whirlwind of activity and important things can start falling through the cracks. That's where GMC's ProGrade Trailering System comes in. Accessable through the GMC ProGrade Trailering app on your phone, the system give you pre-towing checklists, a remote-controlled trailer light test, customizable trailer profiles, instant tire pressure tests, and more. MORE COMFORT THAN EVER: Just because you need a heavy duty truck doesn't mean you deserve a truck that rides like a log wagon. The 2020 GMC Sierra HD finds the happy medium between ultimate capability and ultimate comfort with features like an optimized body structure, isolated cab mounts, wider tires, improved shocks and other features, to fight fatigue behind the wheel and help you work harder AND smarter. UNMISTAKABLE GMC DESIGN: I mean, just look at this thing! The 2020 GMC Sierra HD is one beautiful truck, with the striking lines, bold materials choices, and refined chrome that has become an unmistakable hallmark of the brand. Want even MORE great GMC style? Take refinement to the next level with the 2020 GMC Sierra HD Denali, with luxury-car like interior amenities and stylish exterior badging, a Denali-exclusive grille of sculptural mesh, and more. THE FIRST EVER GMC SIERRA AT4 HEAVY DUTY: GMC has upped the ante on off-road style in recent years with the 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 4x4 package. Now the 2020 GMC Sierra HD is getting in on the game with the all-new 2020 GMC Sierra AT4 Heavy Duty! In addition to unstoppable GMC 4x4 running gear, the exclusive model features body-color bumpers and grille surround, a unique grille pattern in black chrome, 18 or 20-inch machined-face alloy wheels with high-gloss black accents, all-terrain tires, distinctive red frame-mounted recovery hooks and more. BEST-IN-CLASS CARGO VOLUME: All-new for 2020, the standard bed of the 2020 Sierra HD is 6.7-inches wider and 5.4-inches longer the bed of the previous model, while simultaneously offering lower bed sides for easier access to cargo. Add the exclusive MultiPro Six-Way Tailgate, segment-exclusive bed side steps just ahead of the rear wheel arches, and enlarged cornerstep bumpers, and you've got the hardest working bed ever installed on a 2020 Sierra HD truck. Heard enough to know you're ready to work harder and smarter behind the wheel of the all-new 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty? Then stop in today at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC, talk to one of our friendly finance professionals, and get pre-approved so you can be one of the first in Northwest Arkansas to own the all-new 2020 GMC Sierra HD!

If you're a fan of GMC trucks and SUVs, there's a good chance you've spent some time wishing you owned a 1991-92 GMC Syclone. GMC's all-wheel drive muscle truck was based on the Sonoma, GMC's version of the small Chevrolet S-10. Featuring a 4.3-liter turbocharged V6 putting power to the ground through all four wheels, the Syclone is one of the all-time great performance vehicles of the 1990s, with a zero-to-60 time of just 4.3 seconds. Back in 1991, a factory Syclone famously outran a new Ferrari 348 during testing by Motor Trend Magazine — the European supercar cost four times as much as the little GMC — cementing the Syclone's place in performance history. Learn More About the OG 1991 GMC Syclone... more While the original, low-production Syclones are coveted today by collectors, now's your chance to own an all-new GMC Syclone! Specialty Vehicle Engineering, the company that built the 1,000-horsepower Yenko Corvette and Yenko Camaro, has announced they're building an all-new GMC Syclone based on the 2019 GMC Canyon! Though not a project by GMC (cross your fingers that GMC gets the hint!), the new Syclone still features a V6 — specifically, a 3.6-liter six-holer. But this time, forced injection will be provided by a supercharger instead of a turbo, for a stout 455 horsepower! To handle all those huffed ponies, Specialty Vehicle Engineering will also upgrade the Canyon with bigger brakes, upgraded (and slightly lowered) suspension, a freer-breathing exhaust, anti-roll bars at the front and rear, and more. Take Advantage of Market-Based Pricing at McLarty Daniel The GMC Canyon Syclone hybrid will all be painted in semi-gloss black with 20-inch five-spoke wheels. Thanks to the fact that General Motors failed to renew the trademark on the classic red Syclone badging, the new Syclones by Specialty Vehicle Engineering will feature Syclone badges on the doors, tailgate and engine cover — just like the 1990s originals. Production will be limited to 100 examples, with prices starting at $39,995. This is well over the cost of a new 2019 GMC Canyon, which has a starting price of $22,200. Whether you want to leave your 2019 GMC Canyon stock, dress it up with aftermarket parts, or let Specialty Vehicle Engineering turn it into a fire-breathing Syclone 2.0, you've gotta admit: this is one great-looking truck! Stop in today at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC or check out our full selection of beautiful GMC trucks on our website. Find Your Next Truck Here

Since it was introduced back in 2006, the GMC Acadia has been helping drivers find their way to new adventures in one of the most reliable, stylish and capable vehicles GMC has ever made. With the introduction of the redesigned 2020 GMC Acadia, GMC has managed to make a great SUV even better, with an all-new turbocharged engine, the latest in GMC connectivity, and the introduction of the all-new AT4 trim level for an even more refined drive. "The 2020 Acadia is stylish, functional and capable with more of the smart convenience and connectivity features that customers rely on every day," said Duncan Aldred, vice president of Global GMC. "And... more with GMC's signature refinement at its core, the new Acadia advances the brand's commitment to offering premium vehicles for discerning crossover customers."The list of new features in the 2020 GMC Acadia, GMC's midsize SUV that still seats up to seven in comfort, is long. These include: BOLDER EXTERIOR DESIGN, INCLUDING THE ALL-NEW AT4 TRIM: With an all new grille, redesigned front and rear fascias, and the addition of GMC's signature C-shaped headlights and tail-lights, the 2020 GMC Acadia accentuates the model's sculpted good looks. Want a more aggressive, off-road vibe? Then check out the all-new 2020 GMC Acadia AT4, which features a black-chrome accented grille, unique 17-inch wheels and all-terrain tires, and a standard twin-clutch all-wheel drive system for sure-footed traction no matter what the conditions or road surface. ALL NEW TURBOCHARGED ENGINE: All-new for the 2020 GMC Acadia is the new 2.0-liter turbo engine. Featuring GM's cutting-edge Tripower Valvetrain Technology that varies valve lift depending on power needs, Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation to improve fuel economy, and innovative twin-scroll turbocharger design for the perfect balance of power and low-end torque, the engine delivers 230 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque. It joins the available 2.5-liter naturally-aspirated inline four cylinder and 3.6-liter V6 in the Acadia engine lineup. ALL NEW NINE SPEED TRANSMISSION: Whichever engine you choose, the 2020 GMC Acadia features an all-new nine-speed automatic, which can keep the 2020 GMC Acadia in the power and torque "sweet spot" no matter what your power needs, with better acceleration and a reduction in engine noise. To save room in the passenger cabin, the shift lever in the center console has been replaced by electronically-controlled gear selection by intuitive push buttons and triggers on the steering wheel. ALL NEW TECHNOLOGY AND CONNECTIVITY: Customers' desire for ever-more connectivity on the road seems to grow every year, and the 2020 GMC Acadia delivers with the next-generation GMC Infotainment System. Offering improved voice recognition, a higher resolution touchscreen and an interface that is simplified and easier to use, the system features an 8-inch diagonal screen and incorporates several all new or enhanced features, including the new Personal Profile function that allows you to set and save audio, navigation, heat and AC settings, with the ability to wirelessly transfer those settings to any other late-model GM vehicle. Up to four profiles can be saved in the system and assigned to a specific keyfob, with the 2020 GMC Acadia recognizing and automatically instituting that unique profile as that driver gets into the driver's seat. Heard enough to know you're ready to test drive a new 2020 GMC Acadia? The 2020 GMC Acadia won't be released to dealers until later this year, but when it is, you can be sure McLarty Daniel Buick GMC will be one of the first dealerships in Northwest Arkansas to have them on the lot. Stop in today and speak to one of our finance professionals, get pre-approved for financing, and be one of the first in Fayetteville, Springdale, Bentonville, Bella Vista or Centerton to own the beautiful next-gen Acadia from GMC!

While GMC has long been more about building tough, hard-working trucks and SUVs than performance vehicles than can hang with Ferraris and Corvettes. However, those who doubt the Professional Grade brand's ability to build a world-class muscle machine may be forgetting that for two great years in the early 1990s, GMC built one of the world's quickest and most beautiful performance machines ever made: the GMC Syclone. Limited-Edition 2019 GMC Syclone So how many GMC Syclones were made? Built only in 1991 and 1992, fewer than 3,000 Syclones were produced in total, with only three being shipped by GMC in all of 1992. With those low numbers, high horsepower and a corner-carving all-wheel drive system, the GMC Syclone... more has since become a holy grail for many collectors — even though most hardcore GMC fans have never seen one outside of a photo or video. Based on the 1991-1992 GMC Sonoma (GMC's version of the popular Chevrolet S-10 compact pickup) the Syclone looked the part of a beast, even when sitting still. Radiating an uncompromising performance vibe, the Syclone featured an all-black color scheme, a lowered stance, model-specific alloy wheels, a front spoiler and unique aerodynamic body cladding. Under the hood was the same 4.3-liter, all-iron Vortec V6 used in many other GMC Sonomas, though the Syclone truck was packing a few important differences. First and foremost was the same GM-produced turbocharger that had been at the heart of the legendary Buick Grand National in the 1980s. Pumping out 14 pounds of boost, the turbo's charge was fed through a liquid intercooler to chill the air before it entered the intake. Word is that GMC lowballed the horsepower rating on the Syclone to avoid scaring the bejesus out of insurance companies, but officially, the Syclone made 280 horsepower and a tire-shredding 350 lb.-ft of torque from the factory. For a little perspective, the 1991 Chevrolet Corvette — Chevy's flagship performance car, with a 5.7-liter V8 — was only producing 250 horsepower the same year. What's So Great About Denali Vehicles? When it comes to putting big horsepower to the ground, notoriously light-in-the-rear smaller pickups are at a significant disadvantage, as anyone who ever stuffed a small-block V8 into a Sonoma or S-10 can attest. But the GMC Syclone had another trick up its sleeve when it came to traction: a Borg-Warner full-time all-wheel drive system, which GMC engineers had borrowed from the 1991 GMC Safari minivan. Designed to send 65 percent of the engine's power and torque to the rear wheels and 35 percent to the front, the result was a small pickup that accelerated like a supercar, with none of the tendency to fishtail on takeoff. Combined with wide, Firestone Firehawk speed-rated radial tires, the all-wheel drive system made the Syclone able to do all kinds of tricks. These included a rocket-sled zero-to-60 time of 4.3 seconds, as well as covering the quarter mile from a standing start in a blistering 13.7 seconds at over 105 miles per hour. When Car and Driver magazine lined a 1991 GMC Syclone up against a $122,000 Ferrari 348ts at the drag strip for their September 1991 issue, the Syclone smoked the Italian, beating the Ferrari by what observers said was three full car lengths. The 1991 GMC Syclone on Jay Leno's Garage Though the Syclone (and the later Jimmy-based SUV version, the 1992-1993 GMC Typhoon) were big hits with gearheads and critics, sales were slow, mostly due to the Syclone's then-astronomical $25,500 cost. It also didn't help that the suspension lowering and all-wheel drive left the Syclone with a hauling capacity of only 500 pounds, which made it fairly useless if you wanted to load up anything heavier than a washing machine. After the 1992 model year, the Syclone was dropped from production. Still, the 1991-92 GMC Syclone lives on in the hearts of fans. It stands as both a beautiful example of GMC engineering ingenuity and as a reminder that GMC can do so much more than just build tough and reliable trucks. Today, a GMC Syclone in even wrung-out shape can command more than $10,000 at auction, with fully restored or low mileage examples going for upwards of $25,000. Want to get in on your own piece of great GMC history? Stop in today at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC and check out our full lineup of GMC trucks and SUVs! You can also check out our full selection online. Start Browsing Our New Trucks Online

Those with the heaviest loads to tow and carry know GMC Heavy Duty is the truck you need when there's work to be done. If you're one of those people, do we have some news for you: GMC has released details on the all-new 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty, the bigger, tougher, more capable truck from the brand known for toughness and capability. Coming in late Summer 2019, the 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty sets a new standard for a beautiful, well-appointed heavy duty truck. more "The all-new 2020 Sierra HD is the most capable heavy-duty truck that we've ever offered," said Duncan Aldred, vice president of Global GMC. "For customers who demand a premium, innovative heavy-duty truck that supports their passions, the next-generation Sierra HD can pull like a pro." Work-friendly features of the all-new 2020 Sierra HD include: -- The next generation ProGrade Trailering system, featuring 15 available camera views to keep an eye on your load via the dash-mounted Infotainment Screen. -- A segment-first Rear Camera Mirror -- GMC's revolutionary MultiPro Six-Function Tailgate -- Best in Class Crew Cab front headroom and legroom -- An all-new Allison 10-speed automatic transmission -- Larger, door-mounted trailering mirrors with power extend and retract -- An Integrated trailer brake controller that works with the pre-set trailering settings in the Trailering App to maximize braking force. -- Tow/Haul mode -- Automatic Trailer Sway Control -- Automatic grade braking and diesel exhaust braking. -- Digital Steering Assist that optimizes power steering for different driving situations, including trailering. "Trailering is the most important consideration for Sierra Heavy Duty customers, and the new features and technologies in the 2020 Sierra HD make it easier than ever to hitch a trailer and tow it confidently," said Jaclyn McQuaid, vehicle chief engineer, Heavy Duty Trucks. "We've developed this new truck to offer the greatest trailering experience ever offered by GMC." Bigger, bolder, tougher and more beautiful than any GMC heavy duty truck before, the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD will both be offered in single rear wheel and double rear wheel configurations, and are scheduled to be on dealer lots by late summer. Want to buy a 2020 GMC Sierra HD in northwest Arkansas? If you've got the biggest loads to tow and haul, why wouldn't you? Take the next step and come see us at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC, where our friendly finance professionals can help make sure you're one of the first in the area behind the wheel of this incredible new truck. Can't wait? Stop in today, or check out our big selection of 2019 GMC Sierra HD trucks online right now!

When the engineers and designers behind the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 turned to a clean sheet to start designing the next-generation of America's toughest and most work-ready trucks, they left no part unconsidered. Case in point: the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500's advanced Multi-Pro Tailgate. Since the dawn of the first motorized trucks over 120 years ago, the tailgate has remained basically unchanged: a flat door, usually hinged from the bottom, with the dirt-simple job of keeping your load from tumbling out. Other than that, the most impressive thing a standard truck tailgate could do is act as a handy place to sit as you watch the... more world go by. That all changes with the 2019 GMC's available Multi-Pro Tailgate, which features six work-ready functions to make things easier whether you're at work or play. Read on for the six functions of the 2019 GMC's advanced Multi-Pro Tailgate. And once you're suitably impressed, stop in at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC and check out a 2019 GMC Sierra for yourself. The rest of the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 is even more impressive than the tailgate! Come see us for a test drive, or check out our big selection of 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 models online right now. 1) PRIMARY GATE: Even as advanced as it is, the Multi-Pro Tailgate's first job is the same one standard tailgates have been performing for years: closing off the rear of the bed and making sure your stuff doesn't fall out. Even there, though, the Multi-Pro Tailgate has a trick up its sleeve: a power assist features that can raise and lower the tailgate with the touch of a button on the dash or keyfob, for a helping hand when you've got your hands full. 2) PRIMARY GATE LOAD STOP: Got an item that's just a bit too long for the standard cargo box, so you have to haul with the tailgate down? The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500's Multi-Pro Tailgate gives you an assist there too, with the primary gate load stop, a sturdy, eight inch panel on the inside of the tailgate that flips up and locks in place when the tailgate is down, keeping long and bulky stuff from sliding out even with the tailgate down. . 3) FOLDING INNER GATE: Trying to reach over the tailgate to grab items deep in the bed can be a pain, so the GMC Multi-Pro Tailgate includes a flip down inner gate that shortens the distance between you and your cargo, for easier unloading. 4) FULL WIDTH STEP: Getting into and out of the bed of your pickup is a necessity if you actually work out of your truck, while simultaneously being one of the most dangerous. Making it safer and easier than ever is the Multi-Pro Tailgate's folding, full-width step, which opens in less than a second and can support up to 375 pounds. 5) INNER GATE LOAD STOP: Got something a bit too long for your bed, but don't want to put the tailgate all the way down? The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500's Multi-Pro Tailgate includes an inner gate load stop that can flip down while the tailgate is up, keeping your cargo secure. 6) INNER GATE WORK SURFACE: If you're using a laptop or tablet on the job -- or even just plain ol' pen and paper -- finding a flat, secure, surface to work on is always an issue. With the 2019 GMC Sierra's Multi-Pro Tailgate, you'll always have a perfect-height standing desk everywhere you go, thanks to the Inner Gate Work Surface. With the tailgate up, just flip the work surface down and get to work, without worrying your expensive laptop or important contracts are going to slide off and hit the dirt. The engineers behind the 2019 GMC Sierra truly left no stone unturned when it came to designing the next-gen flagship truck. That includes the tailgate. Want to see the Multi-Pro Tailgate in action, or are you ready to buy a 2019 GMC Sierra in XXXX? Then stop in today at McLarty Daniel Buick GMC for a test drive, or check out our big selection of work-ready 2019 GMC Sierra trucks online right now.