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Truck towing can be a different experience depending on class, model, and make. However, with a few easy tips you can tow just about anything. How can you tow and exactly what can you tow with the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD’s 36,000 lb. towing limit? Read below for basic towing tips and to learn about all the things you can tow in your new truck! Towing Safety Towing safety begins with understanding your vehicle’s towing capacity, the maximum weight it can pull safely. This varies by configuration, load, and trailer weight distribution. Manufacturer-provided capacities often assume only the driver is in the vehicle, so adjust for extra passengers and cargo. To calculate towing capacity, know your vehicle’s gross combined weight rating (GCWR) and curb weight. Subtract curb weight from GCWR, maintaining a 10% safety margin for shifting loads and sudden stops. Understand the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), which includes the vehicle’s weight with passengers, fuel, cargo, and tongue weight. Exceeding the GVWR risks mechanical failure and legal issues. Familiarize yourself with terms like braked vs. unbraked towing capacity, gross axle weight rating (GAWR), and payload capacity. Use your vehicle’s correct trailer hitch class and load for control and safety. Following these guidelines ensures a safe and efficient towing experience. What Can You Tow? With a top towing limit of 36,000 lbs., the 2024 Sierra 3500 HD can tow just about anything! Camping and Travel For those passionate about the outdoors and the open road, the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD can help you bring the best in comfort along for the ride. With its powerful tow limit, you’ll pull even the largest, heaviest RVs – practically a second home. Travel comfortably, easily towing 42’ RVs that can reach upwards of 12,000 base weight and plenty of room for all your belongings. Hobbies and Sports Fill your weekends with all your favorite outdoor activities in the Sierra 3500 HD. Whether you’re passionate about motocross, equestrian sports, boating, or thrilling ATV rides through the countryside, this truck can handle it all. A four-horse gooseneck trailer typically weighs between 4,200 and 8,400 lbs when empty. Once you load it with hay, horses, and gear, you're looking at about 14,000 lbs—still well within your towing capacity. On the heavier side, a medium-sized cabin cruiser boat can reach up to 35 feet and weigh as much as 16,000 lbs. That’s no challenge for your towing capabilities! Plus, with the ProGrade Trailering System, your journey from home to the water will be smooth and effortless. The Sky is the Limit! Now that we’ve explored some practical examples of everyday towing, what else could you potentially haul? For instance, you could tow a personal aircraft. The average small plane weighs around 13,000 lbs, and while you may need a wide load permit, weight won’t be an issue for you. If you want to get creative, consider the more outlandish options: you could tow elephants, multiple pickup trucks, or even construction equipment like small bulldozers and medium backhoes! Choose a Truck that Goes the Extra Mile. Choose GMC Tow with confidence, letting nothing get in your way from this day forward with GMC’s Sierra 3500 HD. At Rick Bokman Buick GMC Cadillac we have a large variety of trucks in trims to fit your needs – whether you need a full-size high-power workhorse for heavy towing and payloads or something that’s more city-friendly but still gets the job done. Visit our dealership and test drive the 2024 Sierra 3500 HD today! Our team is eager to get you into the truck of your dreams with frighteningly good specials, unbeatable financing, and top-quality service!

Crafted by the mighty ice age glaciers, the Enchanted Mountains have sculpted the picturesque uplands of Western New York. Step into a realm of natural wonder and immerse yourself in our rolling farmlands, dense forests, vibrant communities, meandering waterways, and awe-inspiring mountain vistas! The Enchanted Mountains The Enchanted Mountains encompass a large area with a variety of great activities for everyone from the largest NY state park to the largest private ski resort in North America. From foodies to mountain biking, here are a few itineraries for a fun-filled trip! Trails Whether on foot, by bike, or on a horse, the Enchanted Mountains offer nine different trails to enjoy and explore, with many trails offering offshoots. One of the most versatile trails, the Allegany State Park Trail, is open for regular hiking, mountain biking (and fat biking), and horse riding along its 18 hiking trails. During winter, this trail is also open for snowmobiling and snowshoeing hikes. Six of the nine trails are accessible to horses, and most if not all are open to hiking and walking! Adventure For the thrill-seekers, the mountains beckon with adrenaline-pumping adventures such as whitewater rafting along the Cattaraugus River and the Sky High Adventure Park boasting 13 tree-top rappel courses catering to varying skill levels. Dive into the spring whitewater rafting season in Zoar Valley, kicking off in March and extending through May or June. Don't miss out on the opportunity to navigate the rapids amidst cascading waterfalls, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes before the water levels recede. Get On the Water If you prefer easy-going fun on the water, the Enchanted Mountains are proud to offer kayaking, canoeing, sailing, boating, and fishing. Canoeing and kayaking are some of the biggest attractions of the region, with several bodies of water to enjoy that may not be accessible to larger water vehicles. That being said, the Allegheny River and surrounding bodies of water are wide and deep enough for visitors to bring their own boats! However you choose to enjoy the waters, the eight public lakes and 22 rivers and streams offer plenty of opportunities for fishing. Pick up a fishing license at one of our local establishments or purchase via phone call on the way to your new favorite fishing spot! Events After enjoying the natural beauty of the Enchanted Mountains, partake in the local culture through local community events. Some local events coming soon include Heritage Day at the Seneca Iroquois National Museum, Olean’s Music in the Park series, Randolph’s 50 th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, and the classic car show at Ellicottville Distillery. Local events are also a great opportunity to explore the local culinary scene and discover your new favorite locally-made foods, brews, and spirits. Preparing for an Enchanting Trip Preparing for any trip requires organization, but if you plan to bring your camper, bike, kayak, or horse and trailer to enjoy the Enchanted Mountains, you’ll need something with power to tow all your comforts and necessities. Did you know that a variety of 2024 and 2025 car models have great towing capacity with much more efficient mileage? At Rick Bokman Buick GMC Cadillac, we can help you find the right vehicle for you so you can fill your summer with adventure. Whether you’re an avid camper or an accomplished horseback rider, we’ll equip you with a car with the right cargo space, towing capability, and roof racks so you can bring everything into nature!

Renowned for delivering top-tier pickup trucks, GMC boasts unstoppable power and speed capable of towing nearly anything. Now, with enhanced new driving features, conquering long journeys has never been smoother. Adaptive Cruise Control Adaptive Cruise Control is a driving feature used by GMC since 2017 on the GMC Acadia and GMC Yukon. Since then, ACC has come a long way with many features and is set to come standard to twice as many trims of the 2025 GMC Sierra than in 2024 models. But what is Adaptive Cruise Control exactly? In standard cruise control, the driver sets a certain speed and the car proceeds at that speed until the driver changes speed or slows down. In Adaptive Cruise Control, the vehicle automatically changes cruise speeds through a driver-selected following gap. This means the vehicle knows how to change speeds if it comes up on another car and will follow a certain distance away as set by the Gap setting. If no cars are ahead, your GMC vehicle will continue at the previously set cruise control speed. This driving feature is great for long drives that can become stressful between merging, speeding, and speed changes. Drive Modes – A Standard 2024 Feature Numerous GMC models come equipped with an array of drive modes – preset configurations designed to tackle any terrain and aid in towing heavy loads. The Driver Mode Control/Traction Select System empowers you to select the ideal mode to suit changing road conditions, even while on the move. Various models offer distinct drive modes. For instance, the 2024 GMC Canyon includes Normal Mode, Off-Road Mode, Terrain Mode, Tow/Haul Mode, and Baja Mode. Across the GMC lineup, additional modes such as Sport Mode, AWD Mode, Snow/Ice Mode, My Mode, Z Mode/V Mode, Track Mode, and Weather Mode are available. Each mode is tailored to enhance your driving experience, whether navigating long journeys, adverse weather conditions, closed tracks, or off-road landscapes. With these capabilities, you can confidently and efficiently traverse any path ahead. Stay Safe On and Off the Road With GMC’s Driving Features Even the most experienced drivers deserve to relax. GMC makes driving easy on jobs big and small, and Rick Bokman Inc. helps put you behind the wheel. Stay safe on and off the road with 2024 and 2025 GMC models such as the GMC Terrain, designed to navigate urban landscapes with ease while providing a comfortable and engaging driving experience, today! Visit or contact us for more information on a new or pre-owned GMC model that fits your needs – from taking the kids to the big game to getting away with your camper for the weekend, Rick Bockman Inc. has you covered.