2022 Blazer Brings Back a Classic With a New Personality

Three years ago, Chevy made waves as the reintroduction of the Blazer was official. The Blazer had not been in the lineup since 2005 when the S-10 was discontinued. Even though the general personality of the Blazer has changed a bit, it’s still an urban-ready and powerful crossover with all the best tech features and an appeal that is sure to appeal to all drivers. 

With more curves and a less jagged and metallic presence, this is an amazingly redesigned and muscle car-influenced offering! When Standard.Net took an entire week to give it a thorough test drive, they were consistently enthralled with the overall design. Generating conversation and turning heads, the 2022 Blazer was destined to stand out from the crown.

The 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder cranks out 193 horsepower and is available in front-wheel drive only. The 3.6-liter V6 generates an exciting 305 horsepower and is available with standard all-wheel-drive. The leather-trimmed seats in the Jet Black color and red stitching accents added a touch that pays homage to the Blazer of yesteryear. If your hands happen to be full of textbooks, groceries, or equipment, a quick wave of the foot under the SUV conveniently opens the liftgate.

To help keep you safe, the Blazer comes standard with lane change alert, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking assist, and a Teen Driver mode. Sleek and stylish, it is the perfect size if you think the Traverse is too big and the Equinox is too small. One of the best things about today’s SUV selection is the wide selection of extra upgrades to give you exactly what you want. Consider adding the Convenience and Driver Confidence Package for some extra features such as remote start, heated front seats, and auto-dimming mirrors!

2022 Tahoe and Suburban’s Updated with 6.2-Liter V8

The 2022 Tahoe and Suburban are now available with the 6.2-liter V8 in the Z71, RST and Premier trims. It was only available on the top-of-the-line High Country trim for all last year’s releases. The Off-Road Performance Package and Off-Road Capability Package provide Magnetic Ride Control, Air Ride Adaptive Suspension, and electronic limited-slip differential. You can also order the Z71 Off-Road Package, providing the Luxury, Max Trailering, and Off-Road Capability packages along with extra seat functionality in all rows and auto-dimming on the driver’s side. 

With the RST model, you can enjoy the V8 power by ordering the Sport Performance Package, which pairs the 6.2-liter V8 with Magnetic Ride Control and the quad pipes with stainless steel ties. The Premier trim makes the 6.2-liter V8 a standalone option. Both the Suburban and Tahoe are great for hauling big groups, with class-leading features such as wireless charging, stellar climate control, and enough USB ports to keep everyone on a tablet or laptop fully charged! 

The Suburban has a history so colorful and star-studded it has its own star on the Hollywood walk of fame! The all-new Suburban offers best-in-class second-row legroom, a newly expanded third row and best-in-class cargo volume, so everyone and their belongings that come along for the ride are guaranteed to have more than enough room. An available power sliding console can slide back 10 inches, providing a great place to store items between the seats while also adding a hiding place for electronic valuables and other items you want to be kept out of sight. 

For the first time ever on both vehicles, Alexa’s on board, allowing you to stream your favorite music, add items to your Amazon shopping list, and even connect with your various smart home devices while you’re out and about. They also boast 22” wheels, dynamic front and rear LED lights, and high-riding comfort that have long made them award winners and customer favorites!

2022 Bolt EUV Embodies Efficiency and Convenience With Electric Power, Hands-Free Convenience of Super Cruise

With electric cars becoming more and more viable as an Eco-friendly option, everyone here at West Chevy of Knoxville has been loving the 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV. The staff at Cnet.com has always been enamored with high-performing and great-looking cars that will no longer have the need to pull up at the pump. They loved the futuristic and thin running lights on the front bumper’s grille. 

The space under the center armrest in the new EUV officially clocks in at around 16.3 feet. This is enough for a sizable pre-holiday grocery run or a long trip’s baggage, while still driving like a smaller-sized vehicle when it comes to handling and navigation. 200 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque are sent to the front axle with an amazingly capable electric motor, and the 247 miles you can run on a single charge will easily see you through the busiest of weeks!

The 7.2-kilowatt charging system and dual-level cord work with both 120-volt Level 1 and 240-volt Level 2 configurations, and you’ll be looking at about 7 hours to be completely juiced on a level 2 charger. One of the options that everyone will appreciate is Super Cruise. This Level 2 driver aid is the combination of adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist that takes expertly pre-mapped stretches of highway and allows the computer to do the work to keep you situated safely and consistently in your lane.

There’s a camera on board to assure that you have your eyes pointed in the right direction, and Super Cruise provides a smooth and jitter-free ride that seems just as well-honed as human instincts. Every Bolt EUV gets a 10.2-inch touchscreen on the dashboard that runs the Chevy Infotainment 3 Plus System, with the inclusion of Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a wireless device charger. 

When it comes to keeping you safe, the EUV is already dialed into your needs. Included as standard are automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, lane-departure warning, and the Teen Driver suite. Don’t forget to check out the Premier trim’s added bonuses: rear parking sensors, a rearview camera mirror, a surround-view camera system, blind-spot monitoring, and adaptive cruise control to make urban navigation easier. The Bolt EUV is perfectly poised for the new era of efficient energy and soon-to-be effortless navigation!

2021 Chevy Trailblazer Dominates Crossover Market With Smooth and Comfortable Ride

With school back in session soon and the seemingly endless pile of errands stacking up, the appeal of one of the nation’s best-selling crossover SUVs has never been stronger. The 2021 Trailblazer is between the smaller Trax and larger Equinox in the Chevy lineup, and the trusty testing crew from The Oakland Express took a close-up look to see just how it stands up in today’s very highly-populated vehicle offering marketplace.

The testing model arrived dipped in the scarlet red metallic paint scheme, with a few sharp sidelines that heightened its profile. A few of the winning touches on the exterior were 18-inch gloss black machined aluminum wheels, LED taillamps, heated power-adjustable mirrors, dual-exhaust outlets, and RS lettering and black ornamentation. The interior was jet black with red accents, and the easy-to-use center screen and steering wheel controls are fit for the urban commuter who is seeking hard-backed Chevy SUV quality.

You’ll love finding many ways to maximize the 25.3 cubic feet of max cargo volume, and 54.5 cubic feet with rear seats folded. With nimble handling and a strong infotainment system with extra-quick response to both touch and voice commands, the Trailblazer is a breeze to drive. 4G LTE WiFi service is also available, and all trim levels will benefit from keyless entry and keyless start.

Everyday people love feeling as if they are protected on the road. The addition of the Driver Confidence Package adds Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert to ensure you’re always safe.

Every Trailblazer buyer will have plenty to smile about in regards to warranty coverage at West Chevy. Our standard 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain limited warranty, roadside assistance, and courtesy transportation coverage will let you drive your new car off the lot with confidence. With roomy seating and cargo space, upscale and spacious interior, and the ability to squeeze into tight spots wherever you go, the Trailblazer will attract many with its low entry pricing point and practicality!

2021 Chevy Silverado’s Turbocharged 2.7-Liter Inline-4 L3B Gasoline Engine Shines as Standard Option

The turbocharged 2.7-liter Inline 4 L3B gasoline engine has been the power source for the Chevy Silverado 1500 Pickup range, and will soon serve as the standard engine for the 2022 Chevy Silverado Limited. The 2022 Silverado refresh will go into production during late 2022 and the L3B will be the power source for the most popular vehicle the bowtie brand offers. With its consistently work-ready stature and amazing track record for performance, the Silverado has been appreciated for its handling, suspension, and available technology options for years.

The 2021 Silverado 1500 rides on the T1 body-on-frame platform used in the 2021 GMC Sierra pickup, the 2021 Chevy Tahoe and Suburban, and the 2021 Cadillac Escalade. An all-American testament to quality, the Silverado easily secured a spot on the KBB.com best resale value top ten list. Proudly boasting 460 lb-ft of torque and a 9,500-lb towing capacity, the Silverado can tackle any job.

With more camera views than any other competitor, the Silverado helps make your next haul easy. Drivers will love the Durabed, as it’s designed to help you get more done, whether it's hauling 2x4’s, plywood, or anything else that needs to be moved. The lighting elements on the 2021 Silverado are simply amazing: they include pillar lamps angled toward the front of the box, hitch area lighting to help at night, and cab-mounted cargo lights.

The new Multi-Flex Tailgate is available on all eight trim levels and offers six functions designed to aid with loading, unloading, and accessing the cargo bed. The load stop helps prevent larger cargo items from sliding right out of the bed, and the inner gate folds down to allow a much further reach directly into the bed. To keep your eyes where they need to be while on the road, an available multi-color 15-inch diagonal Head-Up Display shows you active safety alerts, speed, and available navigation features in real-time.

The cabin now sports more size in almost every way, offering more shoulder room and rear passenger space than the previous generation, as well as segment-leading front head and leg room. Don’t forget to check out the myChevrolet Mobile App: it lets you turn your compatible mobile device into a highly functioning center of command, putting control over your Chevy vehicle at your fingertips. While in the comfort of the Silverado’s cabin, you can stream your favorite songs, catch up on daily news, or take in your favorite podcasts while you enjoy the most tremendous and everyday-practical truck in the industry!

A Small SUV With Big Features: 2021 Chevy Trailblazer Is “Best SUV To Enjoy The Re-Opening of The World”

As the world is returning to a sense of normalcy and excitedly embracing tastes of social freedom again, everyone here at West Chevy of Knoxville has made sure that our most summer-friendly SUV is ready to offer grade-A performance. Chevy has taken a close look at our prized Trailblazer to assure it has the same dominating demeanor it had when it first left the gate! 

The Trailblazer's 1.3-liter turbo engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission, and that combination is “well worth it and always able to fully deliver off the line,” according to the Portland Tribune. Inside, there is ample room for taller passengers, and the vinyl boosters in the front seat provide great comfort and a sense of upper-end luxury. Front seats are heated, and the standard equipment on all Trailblazers offers everything you need to stay safe in style. 

You and your crew will be riding safely with automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, pedestrian braking, following distance indicator, automatic high beams, rear-view camera, keyless entry, and lane-keeping assistance.

One experienced test driver let us know that the firm drive, well-engineered suspension, and ideally-matched engine power made them not want to forfeit their test drive when the time came. The driver's seat includes lumbar support, and after a lengthy test-drive, the writers described the suspension as perfectly firm yet not harsh, and Car and Driver billed the unique styling as “very desirable and sporty.”

They recommended the LT trim level as the best overall value, equipped with the larger 1.3-liter engine generating 155 horsepower. A thorough testing session of an all-wheel-drive model provided a fuel economy estimate of 29 mpg combined, and the 2021 Trailblazer provides a folding-front passenger seat to add space for extra-long cargo. A 4-speaker stereo is standard on the base L, but upgrades to higher trims allow for a feature we'd highly recommend: the premium Bose system with seven speakers. 

2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 RST First Test Via Motor Trend: Handsome, Aggressively Sporty, Phenomenal-Sounding V8

Last year at West Chevy of Knoxville and all over America was a fantastic time for Silverado pickup trucks, as nearly 600,000 were sold to excited new owners! The Motor Trend penned a great feature on their blog last week about the 1500 RST's road test, and their first comment was how impeccably handsome it was upon arrival. Their test truck sported black paint with red accents and had a stylish grille and thick stance. 

Since EVs are going to play a huge and game-changing role in the future, we have realized lately how essential it is to bask in the glory of the remaining large engines that are still in select cars and trucks. The 2021 Silverado has a V8 that boasts 6.2 liters of displacement along with 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque.

The Silverado goes from 0 to 60 in 5.5 seconds and conquers the quarter-mile spring in 14 seconds at 99.5 mph. During this Motor Trend writer's test drive, he loved how the truck handled on twisty canyon roads, ranking the ride as much more pleasant and ruggedly competent than that of the F-150. The Silverado's leaf springs have proven to be much better for towing, a task that requires as much on-the-spot capability as possible. .

The Silverado 1500's new base engine has a clear advantage over the previous one, and drivers are sure to appreciate the  boost in power. One of Chevrolet’s highest priorities is finding ways to improve the interior to compete with other brands whose interiors have grown exponentially in luxury status, and word has it that there may be a high-tech collaboration with Google in the works. 

The coming models of Chevy trucks may now be looking at the addition of Google-powered infotainment systems, class-leading voice recognition apps, and a larger infotainment screen onboard. This year's model brandishes a fully digital gauge cluster, and a gear selector replaces the outgoing column shifter. Drivers in new models will also have access to many new interior storage options and a larger sunroof to soak in the sun. We are America's favorite truck for many reasons, and this year's summer holiday season gave us so many more to get excited!