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2018-MY Truck Order Cut-off Dates Approaching
Order cut-off dates for several 2018 model year truck models are fast approaching, according to Wheels, Inc. General Motors and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles have announced earlier than normal cut-off dates as they plan to move production and retool their plants in preparation for upcoming new designs and changes.

Photo of 2018 GMC Sierra courtesy of General Motors.

Photo of 2018 GMC Sierra courtesy of General Motors.
Order cut-off dates for several key fleet truck models are fast approaching, according to Wheels, Inc. General Motors and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles have announced earlier than normal cut-off dates as they plan to move production and retool their plants in preparation for upcoming new designs and changes.
Ram Commercial hasn't announced dates for its medium-duty trucks.
Final ordering dates for the following 2018 model-year trucks are:
Feb. 22
Chevrolet Silverado 2500-3500 Regular Cab
Chevrolet Silverado 2500-3500 Double Cab (some configurations are already cut-off)
GMC Sierra 2500-3500 Regular Cab
GMC Sierra 2500-3500 Regular Cab (some configurations are already cut-off)
March 2
Ford F-250-F-550 Super Duty
Ford F-650-F-750 Medium Duty
March 22
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Regular and Double Cab
GMC Sierra 1500 Regular and Double Cab
Chevrolet Silverado 2500-3500 Crew Cab
GMC Sierra 2500-3500 Crew Cab
April 26
Ram 1500 Express
Ram 1500 Tradesman
Ram 1500 SLT
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