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Are minivans or crossovers better for families?
Tuesday, January 9th, 2018
When it comes to getting yourself and your family where you need to go, it’s important to find the right vehicle. While a compact or midsize sedan, or a smaller crossover or SUV might be just fine if you have a smaller family, more than two or three kids will require a larger vehicle. That is where minivans and three-row crossovers come into play. But are minivans or crossovers better for families? Explore some of the factors below. (more…)
Where can I find my car manual online?
Thursday, December 7th, 2017
When it comes to figuring out what kind of gas to put in your vehicle, or how often you need to check or replace your timing belt, the advice often comes down to checking your owner’s manual to find the right maintenance interval or recommended fuel. But what if you have an older car, a pre-owned model, or just can’t remember where you put the thing? Fortunately for everyone whose owner’s manual has vanished, most car manufacturers also put their owner’s manuals online for anyone to access. But if you are wondering “Where can I find my car manual online?” we’re glad you asked! (more…)
What’s the difference between the Chevy Suburban and the Chevy Tahoe?
Friday, November 17th, 2017
When drivers think “Chevy” and “major capability” their minds probably jump first to the classic Chevy Silverado truck. While we do have several attractive trucks like the Silverado in our inventory, two other Chevy models currently in our inventory that can deliver serious towing, hauling, and transportation options are the Chevy Suburban and Chevy Tahoe. Both of these SUVs can offer enough seating for a growing family, or can deliver towing and hauling options. But what’s the difference between the Chevy Suburban and the Chevy Tahoe? (more…)
What’s the difference between Chevy and GMC brands?
Tuesday, October 17th, 2017
When you go looking for a truck or crossover vehicle, you may come across plenty of Chevrolet and GMC models. Both of these brands exist under the umbrella of GM (General Motors) along with Buick and Cadillac. Moreover, if you compare similar models in these two brands (for example, the Chevy Silverado and the GMC Sierra light-duty, full-size trucks) then the mechanical similarities are huge. Are they really the same vehicle with different branding? What’s the difference between Chevy and GMC brands? Learn more in this blog.
(more…)Find a workhorse truck that also offers great fuel economy
Friday, February 3rd, 2017
Pre-owned truck models that offer good fuel economy ratings
Choosing a truck that offers workhorse capabilities usually comes with a sacrifice in the fuel economy department. But we all know how much of a pain each trip to the pump can be. Truck owners looking to save some money on the job will be searching for pre-owned truck models that offer good fuel economy ratings. (more…)
Which Chevy Vehicle Features The Most Gears?
Friday, January 13th, 2017
What is the largest Chevrolet transmission?
The birth of the automobile has brought about some pretty cool inventions over the last 150 years. One invention in particular that Chevy has taken a liking to recently is the transmission. First we were given the automatic transmission and the world rejoiced. Manual transmissions still exist, but the question of for how long has been around for more than 30 years. The reason for this high level of uncertainty in the standard transmission lies in the fact that automatic transmissions have become exponentially more efficient. We now even have continuously variable transmissions, which is a story for another day. Today, we salute the largest automatic transmission ever to come from Chevrolet Motors. (more…)