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Chevrolet Prepares Red Line Series for SEMA Debut
The Specialty Equipment Market Association’s annual gathering in Las Vegas, called simply the SEMA show, is a big industry event. Manufacturers and aftermarket parts makers alike come with their latest…
Infographic: How Many Pumpkins Can You Fit in a Chevy SUV?
During the autumn season, some of the most common, yet cumbersome cargo you can carry are pumpkins. If you’ve got an SUV or crossover, transporting these gourds becomes a whole…
Chevrolet Spark Reportedly the Next Model on the Chopping Block for Chevy
The once lively Chevy Spark might be getting ready to fade away Various reports released last week sounded the death knell for the Chevrolet Sonic and Chevrolet Impala, which are allegedly…
2021 Chevy Trailblazer Could Offer Upscale Luxury Features
Photo: Chevrolet The all-new Chevy Trailblazer is set to make its triumphant debut in early 2020. So far, we know that the Trailblazer will fit into the Chevy lineup between…
Chevrolet Creates a Commercial Version of the Bolt EV by Deleting Its Rear Seats
A “shocking” addition is coming to Chevy’s commercial lineup Automakers have been introducing an increasing amount of electric vehicles to their passenger vehicle lineups during the past few months. On the other…
Chevrolet Sonic Wins J.D. Power's Most Dependable Model for the Small Car Segment
Many gearheads are familiar with J.D. Power ratings as a reputable source for finding quality-made, dependable vehicles. This entity recently named the Chevrolet Sonic as the most dependable small car…
GM to Sedans: “Never Gonna Give You Up”
GM’s sedan strategy will either gift it with a competitive advantage or cost it even more money In 2016, passenger cars made up 46 percent of Chevrolet’s new vehicle sales.…
New Chevy TrailBlazer Launched in India
New Chevrolet Trailblazer Photo: © General Motors If you’re one of the many Americans who still miss the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, you will be happy to know that it still lives.…
Chevrolet Sales Bounce Back in Third Quarter
Trax sales were up more than 80 percent in the third quarter Photo: Chevrolet General Motors’ third-quarter sales report contained some happy news for Chevrolet: the brand’s sales were up…
Chevrolet Sales Make a Major Rebound in March with a 15.6% Increase
Chevrolet got its sales groove back in March Chevrolet finished up February this year with an overall sales decline of 8.8%, due in part to a 16.3% sales decline for…
The History of the Hearse
Burial transportation has evolved a lot over the past four centuries Photo: Gail Rubin via Pixabay Hearses are an integral part of modern funeral processions. But do you know how…
The New Chevy Silverado Race Truck Is Ready to Conquer the Desert
Photo: Chevrolet The Chevy Colorado has already proven its off-road cred by unleashing a ton of stunning performances at the Best in the Desert racing series. But the Colorado’s big…
The Chevy Silverado 1500 Ventures to the Land Down Under
The Chevy Silverado 1500 is among America’s most legendary pickup trucks, so it’s no surprise that Australian drivers want to take the Silverado for a spin, too. More Power, More…
Waze Available on Android Auto in Argentina, Brazil in Chevrolet Onix
Chevrolet has chosen its Onix crossover as the platform from which it will launch Waze compatibility on Android Auto in the Brazilian and Argentinian markets. Waze, the popular community-sourced navigation…
[PHOTOS] GM Defense Reveals Silverado ZH2 Concept
Two years ago, GM told the world that it was working on a new, experimental vehicle for the U.S. Army. GM based this new military truck on the Colorado, but…
GM Reports a Profit of $2.5 Billion During the Third Quarter
Luxury pickup trucks helped to boost GM’s overall profits During the third quarter of 2018, each of GM’s major automotive brands experienced significant sales declines. However, sales volume is just…
Zero-Percent Interest Auto Loans Return Just in Time for the Holidays
These stock models are certainly excited about the return of zero-percent loans Last month, The News Wheel reported that the number of zero-percent interest loans offered by dealerships was on…
10 Music Videos Featuring Chevrolet Impalas
The convertible ’63 variety of the Impala makes a ton of appearances in pop culture Photo:Greg Gjerdingen When it comes to popular cars in music videos, not many have the…
10 Vehicles Named After Animals
It’s called a “pony car” for a reason Choosing what to name a vehicle is an important decision to make during that model’s design process. Names like “Corvette,” “Civic,” and…
UPDATE: Four Chevy Camaros Featured in the “Transformers” Movies Sell for $500,000 at Barrett-Jackson Auction
Somebody just rolled out with four Transformers Last weekend, Barrett-Jackson held its annual auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. Among the many vehicles to cross the auction block were four Chevrolet Camaros…
Apparently, Chevy Thought the Original Blazer Would Sell Like Garbage
The 2019 Chevrolet Blazer Photo: Mark Najjar for Chevrolet Chevrolet recently pulled back the curtain on a new version of an old name with the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer, a two-row…
What Is the Most Powerful 2018 Sports Car Under $40,000?
Owning a sports car is a right of passage for many car enthusiasts, looking for the strongest, most thrilling ride on the market. The downside is that sports cars tend…
GM Reportedly Planning to Cease Chevy Sonic Production as Early as This Year
We’re going to blame Dr. Eggman for the Sonic’s demise Last year, sales for the Chevrolet Sonic fell by 45.2%, with a total of 30,290 Sonics sold. In the midst…
Chevrolet Sales Struggle in South Korea
Chevy sales are currently sliding in Korea Chevrolet ended the second quarter of 2018 with some very impressive domestic sales. By the end of the second quarter, the automaker had…
US News Praises 2020 Chevy Malibu and Impala Interiors
2020 Chevrolet Malibu Photo: Chevrolet SUVs, trucks, and minivans usually get all the attention from drivers looking for roomy accommodations in their vehicles. But some sedans, like the Chevy Malibu…
Chevy Sales: SUVs Thrive, Cars and Trucks Struggle in Second Quarter
Second-quarter Equinox sales were a major bright spot for Chevrolet Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet released its sales numbers for the second quarter of 2019, and the results were a mixed bag.…
2019 Chevrolet Blazer Won't Be Offered with a Third-Row Option
It’s five passengers or less for Chevy’s latest crossover Roughly a week ago, Chevrolet revealed the latest addition to its utility vehicle lineup: the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer. Positioned between the…
Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Called Off for 2020
Ryan Hunter-Reay races in the 2012 Detroit Grand Prix. This year’s event has been canceled due to COVID-19 Photo: Nic Redhead via CC BY-SA 2.0 The COVID-19 pandemic has forced…
10 More Vehicles Named After Animals
Get ready to dive back into the wild world of vehicles named after animals In a previously published article, we discussed vehicles that derive their names from various species of…
GM Korea Discontinues the Chevrolet Cruze, Captiva, and Orlando
No word on whether Korea will be receiving the new Orlando model Many drivers may mistakenly assume that the shift away from small sedans toward large SUVs is limited to…
Uncommon Corvair Pickup Found in Junkyard
Photo: Greg Gjerdingen via CC Today in a forgotten corner of automotive history, we have the Chevrolet Corvair pickup. This particular model comes courtesy of Autoweek writer Murilee Martin, who…
Chevrolet Knocks $2,000 off Blazer for May 2019
Photo: Chevrolet Looking for a reliable, sporty crossover? If you’ve considered the all-new Blazer, you’re in luck — Chevrolet just knocked a cool $2,000 off the sticker price. The discount…
Heated and Ventilated Seats Among the Chevy Blazer's Many Available Features
Heated seats provide Blazer passenger with a way to stay warm in winter The 2019 Chevrolet Blazer is the latest vehicle to be added to the Chevrolet lineup. As such,…
Get Ready to Save Big on the All-New Blazer
If you’ve been considering a new SUV, you’re in luck — for the month of June, a rebate will take $2,000 off a hot new Chevrolet Blazer. Shop and Save:…
The 2019 Blazer Capless Fuel Fill System is Cooler Than I Thought
The 2019 Chevrolet Blazer Photo: Mark Najjar for Chevrolet About a month ago, Chevrolet finally pulled back the curtain on the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer, reviving a classic name for an…
6 Famous Celebrities Who Drive Hyundai Vehicles
Not all celebrities drive fancy European supercars. Some are content with riding around in a practical, affordable Hyundai vehicle. While Hyundai isn’t known for being a high-class brand, it still offers…
Three Things to Avoid as a Car Owner
You want your car to run as smoothly as possible for as long as possible, right? Of course, you do. Driving is not only a privilege, but for most people…
Bid Now to Win CM Punk's 2001 Monte Carlo
Behold, CM Punk’s 2001 Chevy Monte Carlo, which can now be yours via HandBid Photo: Handbid How would you like to own a unique piece of automotive memorabilia once owned…
Do High School Students Really Need Cars?
In the U.S., depending on the state, driver’s licenses can be issued to those between the ages of 15 and 16 years old. And in some provinces of Canada, even…
Wonder Woman's Rumored Ride
Wonder Woman Photo: Christian Frank It’s been four months since “Wonder Woman” was released and acclaim for the movie and the heroine lives on. Directed by Patty Jenkins, this film…
‘Fate of the Furious’ Races Away With Box Office Record
2017 seems to be shaping up to be a good year for movies. According to Box Office Mojo, box office dollars are up 6.2% compared to last year and almost…
Argo AI Forming Carnegie Mellon AV Research Center
Deva Ramanan, Ph.D., and Simon Lucey, Ph.D., will head up the Carnegie Mellon University Argo AI Center for Autonomous Vehicle Research Photo: Ford Motor Company Argo AI, the autonomous vehicle…
Cars You Didn't Know Were in “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood”
Photo: Sicnag via Flikr Whether you loved or hated Quinten Tarantino’s latest film, Once Upon a Time… In Hollywood, it’s difficult to deny that it’s exquisitely executed as a time…
Amazon Vehicles – One Step Closer to Online Car Sales?
This month, online retail giant Amazon launched a new part of their website called Amazon Autos. While the name suggests that the site is beginning to sell cars, it is…
Nissan Opens Glitzy New Showroom In Tokyo
Many Americans might forget that, while Nissan is a somewhat young brand in the United States (compared to homegrown cars like Ford and Chevrolet), the automaker has a vibrant classic…
Can You Buy a Car Online?
Seventeen years into the 21st century, our entire marketplace has shifted. We’ve gone from driving to the nearest retail store to clicking a few buttons and having our items shipped…
iSeeCars Makes Used Car Shopping Easier
Sometimes, it can seem like shopping for a used car can be a task comparable to finding a needle in a haystack. Phong Ly hopes to change this stigma with…
Mercedes-Benz Overall Sales Down 8.7% in April
GLS sales took an unexpected hit in April It would appear that April was not a kind month for luxury German automakers. Earlier this week, BMW reported a 9.3% sales…
New Car Sales in the United States See a 2 Percent Drop in February
February is not usually a peak time for new car sales; in fact, it tends to be a slow time in automotive sales. Even so, the month of February saw…
Will the Auto Industry Finally Focus on Women?
The world of cars is constantly changing. To bring as many potential buyers into dealership showrooms as possible, it looks as if the industry might look to a powerful part…
