Alright pickup 🚚 truck fans, gather round. This is the stuff of legends y'all been waiting for. American motor giant, GMC, has released the 2018 model of the GMC Sierra Denali and tech lovers are having multiple orgasms. This beauty and beast is a perfect blend of motoring and hi-tech.
Depending on its configuration, the 2018 Denali can cost a whooping $60,000. A fair price for all the specs it boasts of. With a 450 HP engine and a capacity to tow 9,300 LBS of weight behind it, this light duty pickup is giving other auto makers sleepless nights. But that's not why we are here. We are here to discuss the Daneli's tech savvyness and all the cool connectivity features it comes with. So let's get right to it.
SMART FEATURES OF THE GMC SIERRA DANELI
CUSTOMIZABLE MEDIA CONNECTIVITY
The Daneli boasts of letting you customize media and connect to your world with features that are rarely seen in trucks. Safe to say this pickup truck combines raw engine muscle with luxury tech features to make it unique for users. The main connectivity features are: Natural Language voice command, MyMedia, (connects media libraries from multiple devices), Customizable “Favorites,” (lets you save albums, songs, artists, destinations and contacts), Bluetooth® connectivity, Smartphone integration for hands-free calling and phone book access directly from the huge display screen on the dashboard.
Full functionality requires compatible Bluetooth and Smartphone, and some devices require USB connectivity.
4G WI-FI HOTSPOT
The GMC Daneli has 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot which helps you stay connected to the Internet at all times. This makes the truck a suitable choice for professionals who interact on the go.
It also easily connects to your devices, giving you an integrated and customizable in-vehicle experience.
This feature requires a compatible mobile device, active OnStar service and data plan. A slight drawback here is that the 4G LTE service is available only in select markets.
WIRELESS CHARGING
The 2018 Sierra 1500 Denali pickup truck has a wireless charging pad that helps your phone stay charged at all times. It very easily allows you to seamlessly charge phones, tablets or other mobile devices.
The system wirelessly charges one PMA- or Qi-compatible mobile device.
GMC MOBILE APP
Amazingly, the GMC Daneli has its own fully functional mobile app called MyGMC Mobile App. This app lets you remotely control your vehicle from virtually anywhere. It has a Remote Start (if equipped), it can pinpoint your vehicle on a map, manage your vehicle’s 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot (if equipped), and ultimately remotely monitor your vehicle’s health including fuel level, tire pressure and oil life.
MyGMC Mobile App requires data plan, compatible vehicle and device. Some features require factory installed remote start, power locks, tire pressure monitoring system, or active OnStar service.
So, go out there and get yourself one GMC Sierra Daneli, drive it and tell us your user experience.