The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse FWD Premier: A Review

By Darlene Donloe

THE CAR: 2018 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE FWD PREMIER

I drove the silver ice metallic Chevrolet Traverse with the jet-black interior on the first snowfall of the season in the city of Detroit. The roads were icy and there were lots of spinouts. But I felt confident in the Traverse, which glides effortlessly around town and maneuvers through traffic and on icy roads – with ease. The car has enough girth to make it feel like it’s hugging the road.

 This is a nice looking SUV. Really nice. It handles well, is quiet (limited road noise), comfortable and has a nice ride. Yay, there is lots of legroom, making the cabin accommodating and quite comfy. Best of all, it’s kinda affordable. This three-row crossover with a convenient deck is a manly car with a spacious interior. The Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system ROCKS!  The system has a bright, instinctual screen with lots of stylish features. The third row is OK for kids. It could/would be OK for adults if the second row is moved forward. This current incarnation replaces the first-generation Traverse.  The 2018 version presents fine-tuning as well as packaging and connectivity advances.  Conveniently there are two USB charge points for the second row – coupled with a 110-volt outlet.

VEHICLE AT A GLANCE: Engine, 3.6L V6, SIDI, WT, transmission, 9-speed automatic, tire, compact spare, antilock brake system, 4-wheel disc, keyless open and start, rear camera mirror, rear park assist, rear cross traffic alert, lane change alert w/side blind zone alert, surround vision, wheels, 20” argent metallic machined faced aluminum, front fog lamps, LED headlamps and tail lamps, leather appointed seat trim, seating, 7-passenger, seat, third row, 60/40 bench, manual fold, leather wrap steering wheel, heated steering wheel, steering column, power tilt & telescopic, roof rails, remote vehicle start, liftgate, rear power, hands free, wireless device charging, Bose premium 10 speaker sound system, air conditioning, universal home remote, Chevrolet Mylink audio system w/navigation, 8” diagonal color touchscreen, select Bluetooth streaming, Apple Carplay capability & android auto capability provided by Apple and Google available with compatible smartphones, OnStar includes 5-year basic plan plus limited trial of guidance plan w/automatic crash response, navigation & more.

MSRP: $47,930

FUEL ECONOMY: 18/27

THE DRIVE: Smooth!

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Chevrolet Unveils Highly Anticipated 2019 Corvette ZR1

By Darlene Donloe

Deep in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, in a nondescript warehouse, something exciting was brewing.   Smoke billowed from a stage, lights flashed and a then it happened. A panel opened up and revealed the new and improved Corvette ZR1.

Presented before a crowd of car writers, car enthusiasts, and car industry heavyweights, Chevy executives unveiled two new Corvettes with a bevy of oohs and aaahs from the crowd.  

The Corvette is an iconic vehicle, known for its performance and sleek, powerful and cool body.

“We are celebrating 65 years of excellence,” said Mark Reuss, executive vice president Global Product Development. “The ZR1 stands out in a sea of choices. Nothing makes the heart beat faster than the Corvette.”

Considered the most powerful Chevy ever built, the Corvette ZR1, the first General Motors product with a dual-fuel injection system will be available Spring 2018!

According to Chevy execs, the ZR1 was designed with one purpose in mind: performance.

For example, they note the stunning chevron-patterned carbon-fiber halo hood and engine cover.  The pieces were, reportedly, crafted to shed weight and house the potent engine beneath.

COST: $119,995

Top Speed: 212 mph

755 Horsepower

715 lb.-ft. of torque

600 lb.-ft. of torque available from 2200 rpm to redline

Brembo carbon ceramic brakes

15.5-inch rotors

6-piston calipers

rear 15.3 inch rotors

4-piston calipers