GM's Gimmicky Midgate Is Actually One of the Best Reasons to Buy an EV Truck

A seven-day, hundreds-of-miles test drive of the 2026 GMC Sierra EV Denali Max Range put the spotlight on the truck’s MidGate Pro—an optional fully removable back wall of the cab. Available on both the GMC Sierra EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV, the feature tucks away the rear glass and back wall so drivers can carry very long items or enjoy a partially open cockpit. The article says the design is especially suited to EV trucks because the cab and bed form a single unit, reducing concerns about exhaust intrusion found on traditional body-on-frame trucks. The MidGate is described as easy for one person, with a latch that holds the glass as it’s released, plus a storage pocket for the rear glass. The main drawback: a heavy, cumbersome tonneau cover that must be removed.