Tennessee Tribune Deems 2019 Chevy Blazer Premier as “The Perfect Two-Row Midsize SUV”

The Tennessee Tribune ran a feature this past week about the new 2019 Chevy Blazer Premier, joining the ranks of those who eagerly want to cover the 305-horsepower and incredibly fun-to-drive release. When it's time for the workload to pick up a drastic notch, this SUV has a tow rating of up to 4,500 lbs, and the 9-speed automatic transmission provides smooth shifts and well-ranked fuel economy. There is a dominating essence of elegance due to the chrome accents inside and out, as well as suede microfiber seating surfaces, and the always-striking presence of premium leather.

The Tribune staff also took an immediate liking to the very thin LED daytime running lamps above the headlights, that make for a squared-off and very aggressive appearance. All-wheel Drive is offered on every Blazer 3.6-Liter V6 model, and the RS as well as Premier trims feature the Advanced AWD system. This is an excellent addition that works overtime to improve overall driver control: it independently directs the all-important torque through a twin-clutch rear-axle design to the rear wheel with the best traction when road conditions are poor. This results in more overall control of the Blazer, and an ability to be more confident during the daily drive behind the wheel.

The AWD feature allows drivers to make adjustments to the vehicle's performance on road surfaces that are more challenging, just by simply turning a dial. When equipped with AWD, Driver Mode Control includes the Tour, All-Wheel Drive, Sport Mode, Off-Road, and the Tow/Haul settings. Just a few years ago, drivers would have given just about anything to be able to have access to these modes: every single different option really provides you a very custom-detailed and sensitively-engineered plan of attack for the road. Sport mode will always remain at the top of the list, as it enhances every element about the Blazer that connects you to the road while enjoying every punch off the line and unanticipated corner.

Situated right in between the Equinox and the full-size Traverse SUV, the 2019 Blazer is Chevy's smart vehicle that allows the brand to flaunt a very full and robust fleet of crossovers and SUVs for the buyer to choose from. The review staff on duty at Motor1.com were smitten right away by the styling that was heavily inspired by the Camaro, as well as the ultimate balance provided between a very comfortable ride, and handling that is over-the-top precise and confident. Offering up 64.2 cubic feet of cargo with the second row folded, there is plenty of storage space for hauls, and your groceries won't slide around in the back like they do in many current SUVS! Ask us here at West Chevy about the Driver Confidence II Package: here you add features like wireless charging pad, a 360-degree Surround Vision Camera, and the Rear Camera Mirror that has the ability to replace your rearview mirror's reflection with a video feed of everything behind you.

Autoweek Proclaims 2019 Chevy Silverado as “Fully Large and in Charge”

Some truck lovers out there avidly proclaimed 2018 as the “year of the pickup war,” as the “big 3” truck models that usually come out on top of the stack added tech and safety features, towing ability, and very characteristic styling. The folks on staff at the Autoweek blog wrote a feature this past week about this year's 2019 Silverado, and immediately deemed it “Large and in Charge,” while displaying the trait of being much bigger and better than past models. This amazing and ready-for-duty four-door truck boasts a 5.3-liter naturally aspirated V8 that is mated to an eight-speed automatic, and also shed a few pounds through close-up attention to detail through incredibly detailed lightweight engineering.

Sticking with a steel body construction as opposed to aluminum, the current model Silverado comes with more interior technology than any single Chevy pickup that came before it. At first glance, the review staff thought that the interior was a bit low-stocked on the luxury-look controls that people expect with larger pickups, but after being inside for awhile, the Silverado's interior has a very traditional and functional feel. Props are also given here for the truck's ride sensation, which does not possess the high-riding sedan feel that the other top trucks in the segment do.

Chevy's latest 5.3-liter V8 sounds fantastic, and delivers a very “potent throttle response” as well as boasting the ability to beat most regular cars off the line without any problem. The transmission was described after being put to the test as one that “shifts very smoothly and decisively,” and in a manner which allows the 383 lb-ft of torque to engage with the pavement immediately. one of the coolest extras you will want to ask us about here at West Chevy is the all-weather floor mats: after a rough season of mudding around fervently to get things done and melting like what is happening around much of the country right now occurs, you'll be thankful to provide extra protection for the positions of your interior where war-torn feet may rest!

The reliable staff on deck at Consumer Reports claimed that the trusty V8 engine is “appropriately quick off the line, and can handle hardcore duties without breathing heavily.” It was also noted that the new 8-speed and the automatic transmission work together superbly, making the truck ultimately more responsive and fun for the duty of a daily drive. When you visit us here for a test drive, make sure that you check out the “lock” feature that sends equal power to all four wheels: this helps the truck get out of very challenging and slippery scenarios like loose gravel or excessive mud. The Infotainment system is also completely redesigned, and this year's Silverado is poised and ready to provide the perfect and tough-tempered addition to your demanding spring schedule!

2019 Blazer RS AWD Deemed as the Ultimate “Winner on its Hands” For Chevy By BlackpressUSA.com

When it comes to the brand-new Chevy Blazer now available here at West Chevy, it is most definitely not the Blazer we last remembered. As an in-depth writeup in BlackpressUSA.com described this week, while the name died with the production 2005, Chevy's new cutting-edge crossover is the definition of completely new inside and out. It is now based on a car platform rather than a truck, but don't dismay: at first drive, everyone is loving this new crossover in a major way. All-wheel drive configuration is available depending on which trim you select, and this feature also does a good job of proclaiming that a great job was done with the Blazer by “not making it look like a station wagon on steroids.”

Writer Jeff Fortson then claims that “Never before has Chevy designed a crossover that was so expressive”. Now that consumers don't always have sedans and coupes at the top of their shopping list and automakers are taking on the task of completely revamping their offerings, we have definitely given customers good reason to consider this athletic and ingenious vehicle. It is very roomy and accommodating, with top-notch extra features such as a panoramic sunroof, a color rotary dial fan, a driver's safety seat, a radar-activated cruise control system, a push-button ignition starter, heated rear seats, six USB ports, and choice of two powertrains.

The fit and finish that sports extra storage built into the front doors were a few of the touches that made the Blazer ultimately a very worthy option for these experts. The RS trim was the favored variant for this drive testing staff, and the ride, as well as handling capabilities, far exceeded their expectations. The author is also the host of Sirius XM Channel 141 Auto Trends with JeffCars.com, and has been steering customers towards the best purchases for their needs for years.

The test vehicle also came with 21-inch gloss wheels, memory setting, a rear camera mirror, safety alert system radar-activated cruise control, power tilt/telescopic steering wheel, automatic headlights, a front pedestrian braking system, 360-degree camera, and lane departure warning system. A vehicle's warranty can be the most important quality of them all when it comes to the final choice, and we back the Blazer with a 3 year or 36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, and 5 year or 60,000-mile coverage offering for the powertrain.

The towing rating for the new Blazer is 1,500 lbs, and EPA fuel rating is at 25 mpg in the city, and 30 mpg on the highway. We invite you to check out the vehicle that U.S.News and World Report had stellar rankings for: the accommodating second-row seats, very fuel-efficient base engine, and agile handling were the features that pushed the Blazer above and beyond!

Kelley Blue Book Touts Pre-Spring Stackup: 2019 Chevy Bolt Vs. 2019 Nissan Leaf

Kelley Blue Book has long been a source of useful and well-tested information for those in search of a new or pre-owned vehicle. Highly recognized by both industry professionals and consumers, the company had their humble roots planted back in 1918 with just a stock of three Model T Fords. The First Blue Book guide was published in 1926, which became the industry's standard guide for determining any car value. One of their most recent writeups was a comparison between our prized Chevy Bolt and the Nissan Leaf, a matchup of two vehicles that are huge contenders in the electric arena.

Right out of the gate, the Leaf is recognized by KBB for its excellent range, and the battery pack's location in the floor lowering the center of gravity. Billed as a great entry-level EV for those looking to leave fossil fuels behind, it is also one of the cheaper electrics on the market. The Bolt's 238-mile range and higher power levels are worth the money, and the Bolt is also ranked by the KBB staff as more fun to drive. Even though it is more expensive right off the bat, stepping up to other trim levels on the Leaf make the cost similar. Nissan will soon be coming out with the Leaf E+ line that may fare as more competitive with the Bolt as far as both range and power, and this could step the rivalry between the two up a quite noticeable notch.

Our Bolt has 55.6 cubic feet of space when the seats are folded, and also had the daunting dibs to a higher top speed. During years past, if you really wanted an electric car, the options were limited, and more manufacturers such as Porsche were attempting to add electric cars to their fleets. The Nissan Leaf was one of the very first Evs on the market, and with each passing generation, it had improved its power, driving range, and appearance. This particular KBB stackup also give the Bolt extra points for the quick charge option, providing 90 miles of range in just 30 minutes. One similarity that both have is the ability to be driving with only one pedal, a sign of autonomous functionality on the horizon.

The horsepower ranking on the Bolt sits at 200, compared to the Leaf's 147. Torque is at 266 lb-ft, and 147 on the Leaf. The range is really the selling point for many people: a total of 238 miles in the Bolt compared to the Leaf's 150. Both cars have a nearly identical warranty: 3 years and 36,000 miles. The NHTSA Overall Safety Rating is at a 5-star ranking for the Bolt, and 4 stars for the Leaf. When you get the opportunity to pit cars against each other with the savviest and most seasoned individuals at the helm, you are always going to yield results that keep the consumer within the loop: if you happen to be growing weary of making constant trips to the Knoxville gas pumps, the Bolt may be the best source of planet-friendly driving power for your family or business!

2019 Chevy Trax Quick Facts and Stats Gleaned From Trucks.com

Many Knoxville residents on the hunt for a new crossover feel confident that they definitely have a large slew to choose from. Everyone here at West Chevy fully knows that the competition is alive and well, and that consumers have been steering toward the crossover variety strongly for quite some time now. What keeps us feeling confident every day about the vehicles we offer is how much praise and positivity we get from various blogs: the many auto-related news sources out there on the web test drive and closely scrutinize a very high number of cars before they finally “cast their judgment” and dole out the news scoop on the latest releases.

The savvy and experienced staff at Trucks.com provided a feature this past week about the 2019 Chevy Trax, and all that it has to offer. It's our prized subcompact crossover that is the fierce yet friendly competition against the Honda HR-V, Jeep Renegade, and Mazda CX-3. It is built on the GM's Gamma 2 platform, that is shared with the Chevy Sonic, Aveo, and Buick Encore. LS, LT, and Premier are the three available trim levels, and everyone who comes to see us for a test drive needs to check out the Premier's added touch! It provides for you 18-inch alloy wheels, chrome accent door handles, fog lamps, and the Driver Confidence Safety Package.

Every single one of our Trax crossovers comes with an all-important element that keeps your peace of mind factor high: the three-year, 36,000-mile vehicle bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, and a 5-year/60,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. This is one facet of the business that has changed drastically over the last 10 years alone, and we love having the ability to offer our customers the best in help if anything were to ever go wrong during ownership.

The power source is the prime and peppy turbocharged gasoline 4-cylinder 1.4 liter, cranking out 138 horsepower, and 148 lb – ft of torque. All trims have front-wheel and all-wheel drive available, and shifting duties are handled with a six-speed automatic transmission. The mileage stats are exciting to many commuters who are understandably watching their pocketbooks: 26 mpg in the city and 31 mpg highway driving are the EPA's ratings. All 2019 models have USB and 12-volt power outlets, and LT and Premier trims offer the convenience of 110-volt outlets.

Ask us about the three new awesome color choices this year: Pacific Blue Metallic, Dark Copper Metallic, and Satin Steel Metallic are on deck to complement the vehicle that Car and Driver claims possesses “competent handling” and “the strongest brakes in its class!” There is much less leaning in corners then one would expect given the Trax's tall stature, and this is a powertrain that has been ranked by the best as “superb.” Also earning five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, you'll find the usual high-tech safekeeping elements onboard such as Available forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear parking sensors.

2019 Corvette ZR1's Top Ten Need-to-Know Stats Featured in Motor Authority

As the promise of spring is one of the main things on our minds here during February at West Chevy, we begin to think about just how much fun can be had on an open track or winding road when you are driving a car offering the ultimate in performance. The Corvette is, by all means, the all-American supercar, cranking out 755 horsepower and 715 lb-ft of torque from its supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine. Named Motor Authority's “Best car to buy for 2019,” and for the first time in history, there is a convertible model for the ZR1. 

Brandishing performance specs like a 0-to-60 mph sprint of just 2.85 seconds, a quarter-mile run at 10.6 seconds, and a top speed of 212 mph, this is a car that is undeniably fast as hell, and it destroyed the Ford GT's lap record at Virginia International Raceway's Grand Course West during 2018 with a time of 2:37.25. Motor Authority ran a cool blog story this past week featuring 10 things you need to know about this awesome new car, and they really hit the nail on the head with some of the qualities and characteristics of this work of mastery.

Look at that Supercharger: Definitely no joke; once you find yourself inside the ZR1, you'll find yourself in awe of the supercharger. It has 52 percent more displacement than the LT4 supercharger found in the Z06, and it's tall enough to always be situated in your sight line. It's definitely one of those traits that reminds you exactly what you are driving, and how much power you have the ability to tap into.

There's a hole in the hood: There really is an actual hole in the hood, which is necessary because the massive supercharger is so tall that it does not have the ability to clear the hood line. Instead of raising the entire hood line the design team on duty just created a new hole. You can pop the hood and show off for your buddies, and it's just a cool additive overall to the mix.

Good Lord it's loud: There is most definitely loud, and then ZR1 loud: during its development on the Nurburgring track this spy video showed that it needed to be equipped with extra piping to quiet it down as it broke the 100 db noise threshold. In second gear at a racetrack, it was brain-jarring, even with a helmet.

It Tramlines: The very wide, sticky Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires that are included in the ZTK Track Performance Package are known for following every crack, ding, and seam in existence on the road. The setup with 285 mm tires up front on the narrower side make handling of the ZR1 much better than what you experience in the current Ford Mustang.

Those Carbon seats and steering wheel: once you get inside, the steering wheel and seats are absolutely fantastic. The flat-bottom wheel features real carbon fiber, and suede at 9 and 3 where the driver's hands are placed. Some enthusiasts think that carbon fiber can be not quite the right fit, but for the ZR1 it works perfectly.

Wing for Days: Every single 2019 Corvette ZR1 has a rear wing, and a shorter wing is instrumental in producing less drag for higher top-speeds. When you opt for the ZTK Track Performance Package, you get cup 2 tires and performance suspension, and a stanchion-mounted adjustable carbon fiber wing. Adding quite a bit of aggressive character, it really tops off the appearance of a car that already simply has so much going for it in the all-important visual appeal department.

A bit of Ferrari: When they saw some of the earlier spy shots of the ZR1, many realized that the wheels are a bit like what you see on a Ferrari: you catch a bit of F40 or F50 vibe, as a glance provides some of the same feel that you'd see on the renowned Italian masterpieces. The Ferrari is truly a car that is coveted among many, and one that has one of the most distinct presences out there.

Stable, inspires confidence: you may be in high gear on the freeway or blasting happily through a straight section of track, but either way, you'll still appreciate the stability of the ZR1. The grip and steering really build driver confidence, and pushing the car to its limits offers a thrill like none other.

SO, So fast: the writers on staff at Motor Authority righteously claim that “it's hard to convey in words just how fast the C7 ZR1 is.” The feeling you get at about 105 mph when the supercharged V8 is hurtling forward is pretty special, and the power “seems to come from a never-ending well.” Raw power such as this was the reason why cars like 'Vettes were born in the first place, and always offers up heart-pumping excitement during every single drive.

It's a bargain: The truth of the matter is that the ZR1 completely tears apart cars that cost more than $400,000, and it can keep up with anything that costs above the million dollar mark. You really do get all that your heart desires with the Corvette, which has long been a symbol of the ultimate sense of freedom, fulfillment, and staunch track-laden frenzy!

Motor Trend Organizes “Farm Frenzy” With Chevy Colorado Vs the Ranger, Ridgeline, and Toyota

When a true truck comparison test takes place, there are many various locations where the trusty vehicles are best put to their duties. Supercars need to experience the excitement and heart-pumping action of the track, SUVS need to head abruptly off-road, and when it comes to trucks, the harder the work at hand, the better. In the very scenic Farm Sanctuary located in both Watkins Glen, New York and north of Los Angeles, this location is offered up on a silver platter, with plenty of opportunities to show strength and vigor. This is where the staff of Motor Trend made sure that they provided a well-emulated day for these trucks, and see if claims of durability are solid.

This is a valuable and heart-warming organization: they specialize in saving farm animals from abuse. Chickens, pigs, lambs, goats, cows, horses, and more of the valuable species that right here on many farms around Knoxville. Before the not-so-light duties began, the good point was made that many of today's pickups in the mid-size range are more capable than many full-size pickups were as recently as two decades ago. So the mid-sizes were the choice on deck to be brought out to the test, and the winner was going to be the one that worked the hardest on the farm, while also feeling natural to drive in the city.

The group first noticed that the Honda Ridgeline was the only unibody pickup in the crew, designed for the driver that craves utility but also is after the comfort offerings of a crossover. It's 280-hp 3.5-liter V6 was the only non-4WD contender for this contest on the farm, and there are admittedly some nice advantages its packages has over the others. With knobby tires and sheet metal that is squared-off, the Tacoma TRD Off-road on deck was literally the opposite of the Honda in all ways. It's true that this solid competitor has a reputation for long-lasting durability and excellence, and the testing model was a 3.5-liter V-6 mated to a 6-speed automatic. 

Our beloved Colorado Z71 was the winner of back-to-back Truck of the Year awards in 2015 and 2016, and its V-6 was the most powerful engine of the bunch, cranking out 308 horsepower. The Ford Ranger that was “brought out to the trough” literally during this event incorporated the use of the 2.3-liter turbocharged I-4 that was borrowed from the muscle-bound and speedy Mustang. As the race was now really on to see which truck fared the best when put to pasture duty, features editor Scott Evans claimed that “Toyota does win all the style points,” absolutely looking the part inside and out.

The cabin of the Tacoma seemed a bit higher-quality off the bat, but the confines seem cramped as well. It proved to be very difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the rock-hard seats, which don't do much in the way of lowering or raising. The ride experienced while putting the Tacoma to the test was a bit stiff, and the brakes proved to be overly sensitive as well. This made for a ride quality that seemed a bit punishing, and said revving also was always in the high zone.

The Ford Ranger XLT was challenged with some suspension issues as well: the ride had such a soft characteristic, that it made the truck bounce perpetually. Every single bump hit, closing of a door, or turn made the Ford sway with the memorable properties of “a cheap motel's vibrating bed.” The crew later discovered that the ride could have been made much better with Ford's special brand of off-road package, but the overall characteristics were very under sprung, and all-over-the-place busy. One quality that the customers of today definitely do NOT want is one that throws the driver around, constantly doling out shots much like a rickety wooden roller coaster on Coney Island.

The prized Chevy Colorado was the “Goldilocks of the group,” and the chief testing editor lamented that he should have known it was still so far ahead in terms of ride and overall refinement. It is still much like a truck, but also very well-behaved on roads that encounter next-to-no maintenance. The powertrain felt very peppy, and the transmission had a great amount of response compared to the Toyota. The task of unloading at the hay feeder was easy with the Colorado, by means of the ingenious bumper-mounted bed step that makes it easier to hop in and begin unloading. The reason why the Colorado aced this test with flying colors was its functional bed, amount of available power, and ability to offer a button-downed ride on the daily: We are excited about yet another badge of excellence for our mid-sized staple of might!