When Was the First GMC Pickup Truck Made?

GMC, or General Motors Company, is a major global automotive manufacturer that has been producing quality vehicles since 1908. One of the most popular models of GMC is the pickup truck.

The first GMC pickup truck was introduced in 1912, making it one of the oldest continually-produced vehicles in the world.

The 1912 GMC pickup truck was called the ‘Model T’. It featured a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a three-speed manual transmission.

Although not as powerful as modern pickups, it was capable of producing up to 15 horsepower and could travel at speeds of up to 30 mph. The Model T had a steel frame and wooden body panels, which earned it the nickname ‘woodie’.

In 1915, GMC released an improved version of the Model T called the ‘Model TT’. This truck featured a larger 3.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produced 20 horsepower and could reach speeds of up to 40 mph.

The Model TT also had an improved transmission with four forward gears and one reverse gear.

In 1923, GMC released its first all-steel pickup truck called the ‘Light Duty’. This truck featured a 4.6-liter six-cylinder engine that produced 35 horsepower and could reach speeds of up to 55 mph. It also had an improved three-speed manual transmission and an optional four-wheel drive system for off-road use.

Throughout the years, GMC has continued to develop new technologies and designs for its pickup trucks that make them more powerful, reliable, and practical for everyday use. Today’s GMC pickups feature advanced engines and transmissions, luxurious interiors, and cutting edge safety features.

Conclusion: The first GMC pickup truck was released in 1912 under the name ‘Model T’. Since then GMC has continuously improved their pickups with better engines, transmissions, interiors, safety features and more over time to create some of the most reliable vehicles on the road today.

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James Gardner