Four Chevrolets Ranked #1 In J.D. Power Dependability Study

The 2016 J.D. Power Dependability Study ranked four Chevrolet vehicles #1 in their segments and two other Chevrolet models were graded in the Top 3. Below are the winning vehicles and the segment they won:

Malibu – Midsize Car (2nd Year in a Row)
Camaro – Midsize Sporty Car (4th Year in a Row)
Equinox – Compact SUV
Silverado HD – Large Heavy Duty Pickup (2nd Year in a Row)

The following models placed in the Top 3:

Tahoe – Large SUV (2nd Place)
Silverado – Large Light Duty Pickup (3rd Place)

The 2016 study measures 2013 model vehicles dependability within its third ownership.

The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 50th Anniversary Edition Will Pace the Indy 500

Not only will the 50th Anniversary Edition of the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS pace the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 this year, but Roger Penske will be driving the Camaro SS during his 50th year as a race team owner.

The 50th Anniversary Edition will be the ninth Camaro and the 27th Chevrolet model to pace the famous race since 1948.

All of the pace cars will have an exclusive Abalone White paint and has “100th Running of the Indianapolis 500” door graphics and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway logo on the rear quarter panels. The Indy 500 50th Anniversary Camaro will have a 455-horsepower 6.2-liter LT1 V-8 engine of the SS.

Below is a list of the past Chevrolet Camaro pace cars:

• 1967 – RS/SS convertible
• 1969 – RS/SS convertible
• 1982 – Z28 coupe
• 1993 – Z28 coupe
• 2009 – SS coupe (2010 model)
• 2010 – SS coupe
• 2011 – SS convertible
• 2014 – Z/28 coupe
• 2016 – Camaro SS (2017 50th Anniversary Edition)


The Indy 500 is scheduled for Sunday, May 29th, 2016. 

The 50th Anniversary Edition of the 2017 Camaro is Here

The Chevrolet Camaro has reached another milestone, after being introduced in 1966. After six generations the Chevrolet Camaro will be celebrating its’ 50th Anniversary, with the Chevrolet Camaro 50th Anniversay Edition. The Chevrolet Camaro has always been a top seller here at West Chevrolet, and we could not be more excited for the new addition to the Chevrolet Camaro’s.

This 50th Anniversary Edition is said to sport a special black and orange stripe package on top of a Nightfall Gray metallic paint. The Chevy Camaro will have special 20-inch wheels with 50th Anniversary center caps, satin chrome grille inserts, a front splitter, and “Fifty” fender badges. The interior will feature 50th Anniversary references, black leather and suede with orange stitching on the seats, steering wheel, and backlit doorsill plates. You can get the 50th Anniversary addition with a V-6-powered 2LT or a V-8-powered 2SS model. Both the V-6 and V-8 are available in coupe and convertible forms.

The price of the Chevrolet Camaro 50th Anniversary has not been released, but Chevy tweeted that the special-edition “...is just the beginning.

The 2016 Chevrolet Spark EV is named the Best Plug-In Vehicle by Kbb.com

For the second year in a row, the Chevrolet Spark EV won the 5-Year Cost to Own in the Plug-In Vehicle category. The 2016 Spark has seen a few changes since its total revamp in 2015, including: a 1.4-liter 4-cylinder that powers a 98 horsepower and 94 lb-ft torque, forward-collision alert, parking sensors, and a power sunroof. The Spark’s liquid-cooled 19kWh lithium-ion battery provides up to 82 miles of range in normal mode and a little less in sport mode. Charging the battery takes about 17 hours on a 120v outlet using the on-board recharger, but less than seven hours on a 240V dedicated unit with optional DC Fast Charging offering an 80-percent refuel in just 20 minutes.

West Chevrolet carries over ten 2016 Chevrolet Sparks and is one of the smartest economically responsible choices for any consumer.

Not only is the 2016 Spark a great economic pick, but it has fun features, including: 7-inch color touchscreen, Bluetooth phone/audio connectivity, OnStar 4G LTE with available WiFi hotspot, cruise control, a full array of power assists and 10 airbags.

2016 Chevy Colorado Wins Best Mid-Size Pickup for 5-Year Cost-to-Own

It was no surprise to West Chevrolet that the 2016 Colorado Extended Cab won the 5-Year Cost-to-Own Award in the mid-size pickup section. The Colorado has always been a customer favorite, offering the ride and interior of a crossover, best-in-class towing capacity, and fuel economy. The Colorado’s sales have always been strong because it offers the perfect balance of work and comfort. Not only does the Colorado offer the lowest 5-Year Cost to Own, but it can handle the demands of work while offering a enjoyable cabin and ride for the weekend.

The Colorado features MyLink connectivity, Apple CarPlay, heated seats and a large touch screen for audio, phone and navigation. It also comes in three different engine styles: 4-cylinder, V6 and diesel. All three choices are available with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

West Chevrolet will be an official sponsor of the 2016 Smoky Mountain Air Show

The Smoky Mountain Air Show will be hosting their aerial acts again this year from April 16th-17th. The line-up will consist of six aerial acts that will join the US Navy Blue Angels in Knoxville, TN.

The lineup will include the following: Greg Koontz, Younkin Airshows, Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing, Aeroshell Aerobatic Team, Jacquie Warda (AKA Jacquie B), and F-16.

The Airshow will also host an array of activities for children, vendor booths, live entertainment, and the Budweiser Clydesdales.

For more information on the Smoky Mountain Air Show, please visit smokymountainairshow.com.

West Chevrolet anxiously awaits the 2017 Grand Sport

Big tires, aggressive aeronautics, and a 650 horsepower supercharged V8; The Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport has all this and more. It is the fastest, craziest, most insane vehicle on sale today. This track-focused car made its debut last month at the Geneva Motor Show. 

West Chevrolet was ecstatic, when Chevrolet announced their release of the aggressive Grand Sport. It features 6.2L LT1 V8 engine is capable of 460 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. 

The Grand Sport’s aerodynamic package and carbon ceramic brakes are optional on the Grand Sport. Michelin Pilot Sport Cups are contained by flared fenders that are much wider than the Pilot Super Sports on a regular Stingray. The Grand Sport is only 0.6 seconds slower than the last-generation ZR1, despite being down 180-horsepower. 

The Chevrolet Corvette has always been a favorite at West Chevrolet. With the new addition of the 2017 Grand Sport, West Chevrolet believes that Corvette sales will skyrocket. Although pricing has not been announced, it is believed that it will not break buyer’s banks.