By the third quarter of 2025, General Motors had solidly outdone Ford in sales of full-size trucks, and it had remained the market leader in the intensely competitive American truck market. The combined sales of GM Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra was estimated to be about 231,623, surpassing the F-Series sales by about 24000 of 207,732 by Ford.
Sales Numbers and Trends
– GM increased its full-size trucks by 5 percent quarter to quarter, which has been supported by large demands made on the Silverado and the Sierra model in different trim and powertrain options.
– Several of the trucks sold by GM this year have been approximately 710,347, which is 8 percent higher than the previous year and this shows its domination of the full-size pickup market in the sixth consecutive year.
– F-Series, which increased by 4.7, the F-Series accounted 207,732 in Q3, totaling in 620,580 sales year-to-year, making it the best-selling truck in America.
– Ford is still enjoying rising EV sales, such as the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning, which are adding to its overall sales increases though the company is taking the back seat to GM in sales of full-size trucks.
Dynamics and Competitive Intelligence
– GM has succeeded due to high demand of its gasoline and electric trucks, and electric vehicle (EVs) accounted 15.7 percent of all GM sales in the third quarter, which is a major advantage of electrification.
– Ford has a solid presence with its entire line of powertrain, such as hybrid and high-performance models, such as the Raptor, and a growing number of commercial vehicles.
– The manufacturers both have supply chain issues and changing consumer tastes but are tactically adjusting with investments in technology and product renovation to appeal to a wide range of customers.
Model-Specific Highlights
– Light-duty and heavy-duty versions of Chevrolet Silverado also experienced a sales growth of approximately 5 percent, which kept it relevant to the work and lifestyle truck customers.
– Sierra registered a growth of 11.1 percent, and this was helped by its premium Denali models and enhanced towing features.
Maverick, a smaller pickup than the F-Series, registered a third-quarter record of 34,848 units, which is a good indicator of the interest in compact pickups.
Future Outlook
– It is estimated by analysts that intense competition will remain between GM and Ford in the coming years to 2026, and the development of EV technology will most probably be critical in changing market shares.
– Further model updates, increased connectivity, and increased digital services provision is likely to make the customers more loyal and appeal to new buyers.
– The two companies have been investing heavily on electrification and are ready to deal with stiffening competition by upcoming competitors and current competitors in the pickup segment.
Summary Table
| Manufacturer | Q3 2025 Sales Volume | Year-to-Date Sales | YoY Sales Growth | Market Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Motors Company | ~231,623 trucks | ~710,347 trucks | +8% | Strong EV adoption, Silverado & Sierra gains |
| Ford Motor Company | 207,732 trucks | 620,580 trucks | +4.7% | F-Series remains best-seller, growing EV and Maverick sales |
FAQs
Q1: Did GM out sell Ford in the sales of full-size trucks in Q3 2025?
Yes, GM Silverado-Seiresses sold more than Ford F-Series by an estimated 24,000 copies.
Q2: What was the success factor of GM in the truck segment?
Good sales of gas and electric trucks, product redesign, and high-end features, including the Sierra Denali.
Q3: What is the performance of Ford in the mover market although it is falling behind in sales?
Ford has been expanding the total sales due to the strong EV and mini pickup sales, and F-Series remains at the top at the end of the year.
