Hyundai's truck, modeled after GM's design, is visually stunning and worthy of a launch in the United States.
In a groundbreaking collaboration, General Motors (GM) and Hyundai have announced plans to co-develop five new vehicles, one of which is a mid-size pickup. This joint program also includes a compact car, a compact crossover, a compact truck, and an electric commercial van.
The mid-size pickup, scheduled for release in 2028, is expected to be primarily aimed at Central and South America, with a version also headed for the U.S. market. If the production model resembles the speculative rendering, it might attract buyers not just in Latin America, but also in North America.
Digital artist Theottle has created a speculative rendering of the mid-size pickup, blending elements from the Hyundai Santa Cruz and the Hyundai Palisade SUV. The design features new front and rear quarter panels, black plastic fenders, a squared and blacked-out grille, LED light bar, boxy headlights inspired by the Palisade, a beefy bumper with exposed red tow hooks, skid plate, eye-catching LED taillights similar to the Palisade, a simple and integrated tailgate, and a new rear bumper.
Each of the five models being developed by Hyundai and GM will offer both ICE (internal combustion engine) and hybrid options. Among the five vehicles, a van is also destined for the U.S. market.
The collaboration between GM and Hyundai is focused primarily on vehicles for the Central and South American markets. However, the mid-size pickup's potential appeal in North America suggests a broader reach for this joint venture.
Stellantis, the parent company of brands like Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep, will also be driving the future development of battery-electric commercial vans, compact cars, compact crossovers, and compact trucks, while Ford will market the future mid-size pickup for the US market.
This exciting partnership between GM and Hyundai is set to reshape the automotive landscape, offering a diverse range of vehicles to meet the needs of consumers worldwide. As more details about the mid-size pickup and the other vehicles emerge, we can look forward to updates on their design, features, and release dates.
