The pickup truck market is more crowded than ever, with plenty of diesel and even electric trucks to choose from. Here at Rick Weaver Buick GMC, we still have to sing the praises of our gas-powered GMC trucks. Here’s why they might be the right option for you.
Plenty of Power
Gasoline trucks come equipped with powerful engines that allow them to tow heavy trailers and plenty of cargo. Even our smallest truck, the GMC Canyon, has a potent V6 gasoline engine with 308 horsepower and 275 lb-ft. That allows it to tow up to 7,700 pounds when equipped with the right tow package.
Our other trucks have even more powerful engines at their disposal. The GMC Sierra 1500 maxes out at 13,000 pounds of towing capacity thanks to an available V8 gasoline engine. The GMC Sierra HD can tow up to 16,530 pounds when powered by gas.
It’s Easy to Find Fuel
Charging stations are becoming more common, but finding a place to recharge an electric vehicle in some areas can still be challenging. It’s always easy to find gasoline for your truck, even at filling stations that don’t necessarily have diesel. Needless to say, you can carry a gas can in your vehicle for emergencies, which you can’t really do with an EV.
Maintenance is Less Expensive
Diesel engines are slightly lower-maintenance than gas engines. With that being said, their maintenance and repairs tend to cost more, which still gives a slight edge to a gas engine if you’re weighing service costs.
Affordability
Since there are more options with gas-powered trucks, that also means that they tend to be more affordable. There are lower trim levels and more basic work trucks to pick from, and there are also a variety of excellent pre-owned GMC trucks out there that still have plenty of life left in them.
Test-Drive a Versatile GMC Truck Today
If you’re ready to buy a gas-powered truck of your own, the Rick Weaver Buick GMC team is here to help. Make our GMC dealership in Erie, PA, your first stop.
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