This is the next-generation GMC Sierra 1500, caught for the first time in Denali trim, and also a double-cab variant (Sierra/Silverado).

Like the similar Chevrolet Silverado, the Sierra will get a major redo for 2019 with an aluminum-intensive body to save weight, as the Ford F-150 has already adopted. But it will sport styling much like that of the current model, including an innovative running board that seems to also incorporate a step up into the bed.

A turbocharged V6 option is also said to be on offer with the new generation of GM trucks, as is a diesel V6. The 10-speed automatic already seen in the Camaro ZL1 should replace the current eight-speed unit in many, if not all, versions of the Sierra. A brake-by-wire system will also debut here, and an air suspension such as the one on the Ram 1500 trucks may also be offered on the Sierra for the first time.

The Sierra should be revealed next year, with an on-sale date late in 2018.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the next-generation GMC Sierra 1500, caught for the first time in Denali trim, and also a double-cab variant (Sierra/Silverado).

Like the similar Chevrolet Silverado, the Sierra will get a major redo for 2019 with an aluminum-intensive body to save weight, as the Ford F-150 has already adopted. But it will sport styling much like that of the current model, including an innovative running board that seems to also incorporate a step up into the bed.

A turbocharged V6 option is also said to be on offer with the new generation of GM trucks, as is a diesel V6. The 10-speed automatic already seen in the Camaro ZL1 should replace the current eight-speed unit in many, if not all, versions of the Sierra. A brake-by-wire system will also debut here, and an air suspension such as the one on the Ram 1500 trucks may also be offered on the Sierra for the first time.

The Sierra should be revealed next year, with an on-sale date late in 2018.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the next-generation GMC Sierra 1500, caught for the first time in Denali trim, and also a double-cab variant (Sierra/Silverado).

Like the similar Chevrolet Silverado, the Sierra will get a major redo for 2019 with an aluminum-intensive body to save weight, as the Ford F-150 has already adopted. But it will sport styling much like that of the current model, including an innovative running board that seems to also incorporate a step up into the bed.

A turbocharged V6 option is also said to be on offer with the new generation of GM trucks, as is a diesel V6. The 10-speed automatic already seen in the Camaro ZL1 should replace the current eight-speed unit in many, if not all, versions of the Sierra. A brake-by-wire system will also debut here, and an air suspension such as the one on the Ram 1500 trucks may also be offered on the Sierra for the first time.

The Sierra should be revealed next year, with an on-sale date late in 2018.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the next-generation GMC Sierra 1500, caught for the first time in Denali trim, and also a double-cab variant (Sierra/Silverado).

Like the similar Chevrolet Silverado, the Sierra will get a major redo for 2019 with an aluminum-intensive body to save weight, as the Ford F-150 has already adopted. But it will sport styling much like that of the current model, including an innovative running board that seems to also incorporate a step up into the bed.

A turbocharged V6 option is also said to be on offer with the new generation of GM trucks, as is a diesel V6. The 10-speed automatic already seen in the Camaro ZL1 should replace the current eight-speed unit in many, if not all, versions of the Sierra. A brake-by-wire system will also debut here, and an air suspension such as the one on the Ram 1500 trucks may also be offered on the Sierra for the first time.

The Sierra should be revealed next year, with an on-sale date late in 2018.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the next-generation GMC Sierra 1500, caught for the first time in Denali trim, and also a double-cab variant (Sierra/Silverado).

Like the similar Chevrolet Silverado, the Sierra will get a major redo for 2019 with an aluminum-intensive body to save weight, as the Ford F-150 has already adopted. But it will sport styling much like that of the current model, including an innovative running board that seems to also incorporate a step up into the bed.

A turbocharged V6 option is also said to be on offer with the new generation of GM trucks, as is a diesel V6. The 10-speed automatic already seen in the Camaro ZL1 should replace the current eight-speed unit in many, if not all, versions of the Sierra. A brake-by-wire system will also debut here, and an air suspension such as the one on the Ram 1500 trucks may also be offered on the Sierra for the first time.

The Sierra should be revealed next year, with an on-sale date late in 2018.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the next-generation GMC Sierra 1500, caught for the first time in Denali trim, and also a double-cab variant (Sierra/Silverado).

Like the similar Chevrolet Silverado, the Sierra will get a major redo for 2019 with an aluminum-intensive body to save weight, as the Ford F-150 has already adopted. But it will sport styling much like that of the current model, including an innovative running board that seems to also incorporate a step up into the bed.

A turbocharged V6 option is also said to be on offer with the new generation of GM trucks, as is a diesel V6. The 10-speed automatic already seen in the Camaro ZL1 should replace the current eight-speed unit in many, if not all, versions of the Sierra. A brake-by-wire system will also debut here, and an air suspension such as the one on the Ram 1500 trucks may also be offered on the Sierra for the first time.

The Sierra should be revealed next year, with an on-sale date late in 2018.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

This is the next-generation GMC Sierra 1500, caught for the first time in Denali trim, and also a double-cab variant (Sierra/Silverado).

Like the similar Chevrolet Silverado, the Sierra will get a major redo for 2019 with an aluminum-intensive body to save weight, as the Ford F-150 has already adopted. But it will sport styling much like that of the current model, including an innovative running board that seems to also incorporate a step up into the bed.

A turbocharged V6 option is also said to be on offer with the new generation of GM trucks, as is a diesel V6. The 10-speed automatic already seen in the Camaro ZL1 should replace the current eight-speed unit in many, if not all, versions of the Sierra. A brake-by-wire system will also debut here, and an air suspension such as the one on the Ram 1500 trucks may also be offered on the Sierra for the first time.

The Sierra should be revealed next year, with an on-sale date late in 2018.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

An entire generation of aftermarket pioneers may remember cruising the boulevard and blaring Bob Dylan’s “The Times They Are a-Changin’” from their recently invented stereo-cassette radios in the ’60s. Now, five decades later, another generation of aftermarket product developers is giving those words a whole other meaning for today’s vehicle-electronics consumers.

Category observers have identified a number of exciting trends taking shape over the past few years. Connectivity remains one of the most prominent among them—connectivity between a vehicle and a driver’s mobile devices, and increasing connectivity to the cloud and the internet of things (IOT).

An entire generation of aftermarket pioneers may remember cruising the boulevard and blaring Bob Dylan’s “The Times They Are a-Changin’” from their recently invented stereo-cassette radios in the ’60s. Now, five decades later, another generation of aftermarket product developers is giving those words a whole other meaning for today’s vehicle-electronics consumers.

Category observers have identified a number of exciting trends taking shape over the past few years. Connectivity remains one of the most prominent among them—connectivity between a vehicle and a driver’s mobile devices, and increasing connectivity to the cloud and the internet of things (IOT).

By SEMA Editors

With his ’69 Camaro, Cam Miller was the winner of the 2016 SEMA Battle of the Builders Competition, and was featured on the March 2017 cover of SEMA News.

Builders with a car or truck on display at the 2017 SEMA Show, to be held October 31–November 3, in Las Vegas, may now enter the SEMA Battle of the Builders® competition by applying online. The program recognizes and brings increased media exposure to top vehicle builders, their vehicles and the products that make the vehicles unique.

Now in its fourth year, the SEMA Battle of the Builders program shines the spotlight on the amazing talents and craftsmanship of builders who have already proven themselves by being a part of the SEMA Show.

New for this year is the expanded “Young Guns” category—a program that was introduced in 2016 to provide heightened exposure for up-and-coming builders. As part of the Young Guns program, SEMA has partnered with AutoCon, Bonnier Corp. and Goodguys Rod & Custom Association to award builders age 27 and younger (as of November 3, 2017) who do not have a vehicle at the Show an opportunity to participate in SEMA Battle of the Builders. Partnering organizations will award six winners at select regional events a prize package that includes an all-expenses-paid trip for two to the 2017 SEMA Show, transportation of the winner’s vehicle, a designated feature spot at the Show and automatic entry into the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition.

Winners from the partnering organizations will then compete in Battle of Builders at the SEMA Show, alongside the builders who entered with a feature or booth vehicle from the annual trade-only event. All competitors, their vehicles and sponsoring exhibitors receive increased exposure at the SEMA Show and the possibility of being featured in a one-hour, nationwide television special that will air on the Velocity Network.

To enter or for more information on how you can showcase your car and parts through the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, visit www.sema.org/botb.