2022 Chevy Tahoe will Haul Your Family, Brandish Huge Cargo Hold, Exude Higher-End Style

One thing that we can say for sure about our awesome 2022 lineup here at Chuck Hutton of Memphis is that the brand-new Chevy Tahoe is a vehicle that brandishes awesome capability and still has an extreme amount of versatility despite its size. It was just overhauled for 2021, but the bow tie brand is working to make the Tahoe more appealing and top-of-the-line by the day.

The brand-new model now has a larger 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster on most trims, front and rear parking sensors, lane-keeping assist standard across the range. The off-road-ready Z71 models now provide an electronic limited-slip rear differential option, a few new awesome exterior colors, and the high and mighty 6.2-liter V8 engine. You can now obtain the awesome powertrain in the RST, Z71, and Premier trims. 

The Tahoe always feels bigger behind the wheel than its competitors, and it provides a nice sense of power and added stature on the road. There is a huge allotment of room in all three rows, ensuring every passenger along for the ride will be comfortable. The sliding and reclining second-row seats offer plenty of support for long trips and the optional dual 12.6-inch infotainment screens will keep passengers behind you entertained with their own choice of DVD or gaming distraction. 

There is now 25.5 cubic feet of cargo hold behind the third row, and after dropping the split power-folding backrest, it increases to 72.6 cubes worth of valuable travel space. If you want to fold down the second-row chairs, you’ll be up to 122.9 cubic feet, which is more cargo-hauling room than the Ford Expedition Max. The Premier trim level offers brushed-metal brightwork to visually up the ante, and all of the climate controls are easy to use and within the driver’s reach. 

The infotainment system has a huge range of Google services including the all-important Play store as well as apps for current news, vital navigation, and podcasts. The 10-speed transmission decidedly makes the Tahoe the confident yet serene current model it is. With the 6.2-liter engine, this 4-wheel drive example is rated to haul up to 8,400 pounds when properly equipped. An excellent option that nails the fundamentals needed for today’s serious drivers, the Tahoe is well-rounded and armed with amenities to satisfy even the choosiest driver!

Next-Generation Chevy Models May Roll in on Airless Tires

Through the years, there have been some beautiful rims spinning on Silverados, Camaros, and Blazers rolling down the street in style. Michelin has announced they are working with GM to develop airless tires for a next-generation Chevy Bolt electric model, expected to be available to the public in just a few years.

While this could potentially mark the end of over 130 years of traditional tires, it also could also mark the end of deflated or punctured tires. GM is working on a wide variety of electric vehicles, including ones in an affordable price range like the Bolt. Both Michelin and GM have tested the airless tire on current-generation Bolt cars.

The disadvantages of filling tires with pressurized air have been evident for quite some time: air can leak, and every tire can be punctured by harsh elements on the road. Tire makers have spent over a century coming up with ways to minimize punctures and keep air inside tires, and Michelin’s airless tire design poses the natural reliance of flexible ribs for spring action. 

There are a few reasons why tires without air haven’t been used on passenger cars much during the last century, as pressurized air is good for off-roading. As these masters of their sport navigate the trail, they reduce the air pressure in the tires, which allows the tire to flatten out and create a larger footprint on the terrain they have set out to conquer. Michelin is trying to make sure that these new tires behave with many of the same properties as traditional air-filled tires.

Lawnmowers and other off-road vehicles such as ATVs use what is known as the X Tweel, which is said to have a longer lifespan than regular tires and wheels and offer a ride without as much additional bounce. How will consumers accept all this drastic change? We think that they will love avoiding the hassle and time-consuming mess of a flat tire! 

2023 Vs. 2022 Blazer: How the Newest Models Measure Up

The 2023 Blazer is now scheduled to arrive as the fifth model year for its very popular nameplate here at Chuck Hutton Chevy of Memphis, and we are excited to provide you an in-depth look at what the differences are between the incoming and outgoing models. The bloggers at GM Authority produced an  awesome feature last week that compares the sporty RS Trim levels!

Up front, the refreshed 2023 Blazer now sports a new fascia, and the corners of the front end show off devised daytime running lights that are longer and thinner than those on the 2022 model. The overall profile still looks quite similar, with a two-tone roof, a new alloy wheel design, and multiple new spokes that provide an upgraded and more modern feel. 

The rear end updates the overall appearance with brand-new tail light graphics, wrapping in gradually from the fenders to the rear hatch. The powertrain is GM’s turbocharged 2.0-liter I4 LSY gas engine seen in the 2023 Blazer 2LT, 3LT and Premier trim levels, which produces 228 horsepower and 258 lb-feet of torque. The other option is the naturally-aspirated 3.6-liter V6 LGX gas engine, rated at 308 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque, with both featuring front-wheel drive with GM’s 9-speed automatic transmission. 

There’s so much to love about this modern SUV that has prime tech, styling, and convenience features. Quiet, comfortable, and roomy was how the Consumerreports team described the 2022 RS after their first drive. Each Blazer now leaves the factory with lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, automatic high beams, and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection. 

What do growing families and recent graduates love most about the Blazer? How about a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, 8-inch touchscreen, six speakers, satellite radio, and two front and two rear USB ports! In addition to all of its safety upgrades, the 3LT’s Sound and Technology Package provides navigation, a rear power outlet, and 8-speaker Bose sound system. The Driver Confidence II Package available on the RS and Premier provides wireless charging, and upgrading to the Premier trim for either year’s model provides chrome exterior accents, silver roof rails, and machine-finished 20-inch aluminum wheels. 

2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 Configurator Revs up for Public Release on March 3rd

Everyone here at Chuck Hutton of Memphis has been looking forward to all updates we can get our hands on for the refreshed Chevy Silverado 1500. The 1500 launch date was pushed back for many reasons involving the supply chain, and this tool will allow users to select their preferred powertrain, body configuration, trim level, exterior and interior colors, all while being available on March 3rd.

Dealers such as us can place orders for the refreshed 2022 Silverado 1500 and have been doing so since the very first order cycle went into effect nearly six weeks ago. Last September was when the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 was officially unveiled to the public and showcased new technology features, along with an all-new interior design. You can pick the 2.7-L I4 L3B gas engine that now produces 20 percent more torque for a grand total of 430 lb-ft. 

The proud builders that piece together the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 are at it every day in the GM Fort Wayne Assembly Facility in Indiana and among the men and women of the GM Oshawa plant in Canada. There is a hefty discount in February regarding the Silverado as well with $750 Select Market Competitive Cash, interest-free financing for 48 months on the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 models and on the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 Limited. In addition, a national lease is now available for $329 per month for 24 months on the 2021 Silverado Crew Cab Work Truck with the turbocharged 2.7-Liter I4 L3B engine.

Here you can thoroughly check out the nation’s favorite truck looks in Summit White, which is only available in conjunction with the Jet Black interior colorway. It has the particular example presenting itself in a Crew Cab, Short Bed body configuration, which is the style offered for the off-road-focused and trail-ready ZR2 model. The 2022 Silverado ZR2 rolls on a set of 18-inch aluminum machined faced wheels featuring Black Painted spokes and Oxide Gold painted outer ring accents. It is also now available with optional 18-inch Gloss Black wheels wrapped in knobby 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory tires.

GM is now expanding its electric vehicle offerings to include a battery-driven version, which was revealed this year during the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show. We are proud to announce that over 110,000 reservations have been made in advance. 

Chevy Bolt EV, Bolt EUV Production Will Carry on During Orion Plant Rebuild

As the past two years have drastically changed the timeliness and the ways in which supply chains affect every little corner of the auto business, we strive for perfection here every day at Chuck Hutton Chevy of Memphis! We are excited to note lately that our Michigan-based facilities are fully up and running! A hefty investment recently sank into the GM Orion Facility for the production of the Chevy Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV. It was recently announced that production of the Chevy Bolt EV and Bolt EUV will continue during the necessary conversion process.

The conversion of the facility has begun immediately, with significant expansion of the site to include the additives of new body and paint shops, brand-new general assembly, and battery pack assembly areas. After the conversion reaches completion. GM estimates that this facility will now provide jobs to an additional 2,350 workers with fully-fledged production of the Chevy Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV to begin in 2024. While solidifying the EV’s future that will excite so many consumers not needing to stop at the pump, both the Bolt EV and Bolt EUV ride on top of the BEV2 platform. 

GM is ramping up its all-electric vehicle offerings with plans to launch 30 brand-new EV models globally by 2025 as EV sales in the U.S rose 89 percent during the last year. The closely studied figures also revealed a 71.8% increase in EV sales during Q4 of 2021, with inventory not being as impacted by the ongoing microchip shortage as in some industries. The 2022 Bolt’s new front fascia trades in a toy-like look from the previous model for something a bit more premium and adult-oriented in appearance.

The 2022 Bolt features an all-new center console that connects more naturally to the dashboard than the floating design before it. The shift lever is now replaced with a sweet vertical bank of PRND buttons and one set aside for the one-pedal driving mode. The cabin features showcase Chevy’s user profile system which accommodates perfectly for multiple driver preferences. It includes detailed menus for closely monitoring the energy impact of various vehicle systems, charge scheduling, and the ability to limit the charge level to maximize battery health over an extended time. 

Many new EV buyers will be excited to hear that home charging is going to get potentially faster with this year’s upgrade to 11.5-kW Level 2 charging! It reduces the time to around seven hours instead of the ten-hour estimate if you plug in the dual-level charging cord directly into a NEMA 14-50 outlet. The Sport mode is what the testing staff on duty at Cnet.com thought was vigorously prepared for audiences with 200 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of instant electric torque, feeling fantastic off the line in either mode. Each 2022 Bolt comes standard with a rear-view camera, forward pre-collision alerts with pedestrian detection, lane-departure alerts and automatic high beams.