In a notable strategic gamble, GM has signaled its intent to build a next-generation midsize pickup in the U.S. The midsize truck market has been on a steady decline since 2000 when the full-line domestic automakers began to direct the bulk of their product-development and marketing efforts to fullsize pickups. The next-generation Colorado midsize pickup will be built at the Wentzville, MO, assembly plant. Ford does not plan to offer a 2012 Ranger, and Chrysler ended production of its midsize Dakota in August.
