2022 Chevy Trailblazer Maximizes "All-Important Urban and Freeway Time” With Test Crew

The Daily Herald staff initiated quite the trip last year when they took a Chevy Trailblazer rambling capably across the old Pony Express Trail in Utah’s West Desert, giving the SUV an intense workout that put its off-road ability to the true test.

They visited some scenic and challenging desert areas with a final destination of Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge. In the 17,000-acre wetlands, the group vowed that they would do the same drive again someday to see all of the different birds and other wildlife at this spectacular refuge. The journey then continued into Nevada on all-dirt roads and the powerful SUV behaved without a hitch.

This year, cruising in the 2022 Trailblazer, the group went on a trip to Salt Lake City and Ogden, choosing locations with more urban character and putting extra emphasis on headroom and legroom. The crew’s testing model was the upper-level ACTIV trim with just over the EPA estimate of 28 combined mpg. The crew also appreciated the heated leatherette seating and steering wheel.

The Technology Package was the addition this crew felt was most valuable, as it adds the Infotainment 3 Plus system, HD Radio, and SiriusXM with 360L. The Bose premium 7-speaker stereo is controlled by an enhanced 4.2-inch diagonal multi-color display with an 8-inch diagonal color HD diagonal touchscreen. It features wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability, Adaptive Cruise Control, HD Rear Vision Camera, and LED headlamps. Another great choice for those who are looking to get the most out of their Trailblazer outdoors is the Sun and Liftgate Package, which provides a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, programmable hands-free liftgate, and LED logo projection for a sweet extra visual touch.

Every Trailblazer model comes equipped with AWD and three drive modes: Normal, Sport, and Snow are all primed to quickly change your throttle mapping, wheel power allocation, and shift points to help suit road conditions you’re facing. All the controls are nicely laid out and within reach, and the exterior design takes some notable and sporty cues from the Blazer. The ACTIV trim is suitable for anyone looking for an off-road vibe, and the RS model has borrowed a few great attributes from the Camaro. Every model comes fully equipped with the Chevy Safety Assist system, which bundles automatic emergency braking with lane-keeping assist, lane departure warning, following distance indicator, and automatic high beams. 

2022 Chevy Tahoe and Suburban Top Trim Levels Coming With Brand-New Power-Sliding Console

The 2022 Chevy Tahoe and 2022 Chevy Suburban will be arriving soon, bringing along with them XXL-sized excitement, amazing practicality, and a strong sense of American-made pride. There is nothing more fun than new features, and this star-studded pair will come with a power-sliding center console included with the top trim models. 

This awesome addition to the lineup was first introduced in 2021 and can slide forward and backward up to ten inches. This gives you the ability to slide back and give passengers in the rear cupholders or slide forward to give first-row passengers an ideal armrest. From a recent graduate to the growing family, everyone can benefit from a secure place to keep items out of sight. The power-sliding console works like a snap, and there is no way to move the console forward unless you are in accessory mode or engine on mode. All you have to do is tap the button just above the SUV’s rear view mirror to take advantage! 

The 2022 Tahoe is spacious, well-equipped, and has great engine choices along with a 12-inch digital driver information display that now becomes standard, as well as the Buckle to Drive feature added. Enhanced Trailer View is now offered in the two upper trims, and RST trim is offered with a new Sport Performance package. Kelley Blue Book named it as one of the Best Family Cars of 2021 for its body-on-frame construction that offers class-leading towing abilities and an independent suspension for a smooth ride!

The 2022 Suburban now has a standard digital gauge cluster on most trims, and the powerful 6.2-liter V8 is available on RST, Z71, and Premier trims. You’ll be enjoying the all-around productivity and convenience of Google Assistant during each drive, and there are up to 13 available camera views to keep you safe and alert you of your surroundings.

Both vehicles are great for anyone who is looking to haul camping gear or passengers, and a class-leading and responsive drivetrain make them the perfect fit for any driver!

Every Lap Run Under Caution During NASCAR Will Now Aid In Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

During October, Chevy will begin supporting the American Cancer Society with a contribution of $350 for every NASCAR lap run under caution, adding a charitable element to the three NASCAR Cup Series races scheduled to take place.

The Camaro ZL1 has long been a track-ready and fine-tuned machine, and a unique pink “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” model will serve as the pace car at the NASCAR Cup Series races at Talledega Superspeedway, Texas Motor Speedway, and Martinsville Speedway this October. The crowd response during these action-packed races has always been amazingly positive, and this is the 11th year in a row that Chevy has partnered with the American Cancer Society. We know how powerful the strength in numbers is when it comes to fighting cancer, and Chevy will also make the effort to donate $5 toward the fight against breast cancer this month with every post on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok that uses the hashtag #WeDriveFor. 

This Camaro that is now instrumental in fighting this tragic disease is powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8. When paired with the 6-speed manual transmission or available 10-speed automatic, the small-block V8 has the capability to clock amazing performance and possess legendary force on the dragstrip. With a well-balanced rear-drive chassis and can stop from 70 mph in 143 feet, the ZL1’s brakes are top-of-the-line. 

Standard equipment on the ZL1 includes power-adjustable front seats with heating and ventilation, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, a Bose audio system, wireless phone charging, and a head-up display. A smooth ride, good value, and potent acceleration are traits that set the ZL1 apart. This car that has now stepped up to the plate to fight to keep families healthy and reveling in early detection of this disease has always displayed the best traits of Detroit muscle, and supreme performance on the strip!

2023 Chevy Corvette With Massively Powerful V8, 600+ Horsepower Output to be Revealed October 26

The mid-engine Corvette has long been the star of the show, and its testing at the world-famous Nürburgring has created fine-tuned excellence. Video from Motor1.com showed the 2023 ZO6 prototype testing on the roads close to the track and offered an up-close look at the incoming sports car. 

One of the first things that stick out is the obvious splitter visible from the front, and a view of the larger inlets present in the lower fascia. It rides on black five-spoke wheels with silver calipers behind them, and it features much larger visible side inlets to allow the engine to cool down. In the rear, there is a fully revised rear bumper that situates four exhaust pipes right in the middle. 

The Z06 will most likely be using a version of the V8 derived from the C8.R race car, which has 5.5 liters of displacement, a flat-plane crankshaft, and 617 horsepower. The shell for this amazing powertrain is a revolutionary Tremec-sourced gearbox with a magnesium case. Car and Driver claimed on their blog last month that the Z06 will sound unlike any Corvette that has ever existed before and will look fiercer than the mainstream C8.

The Z06’s aerodynamics are important when it comes to adjusting to high-speed downforce and cornering traction, and the model also boasts all of the best technology and features from the standard model. This is going to be a much more track-focused version of the standard Corvette, and it will have better acceleration and cornering ability than previous models.

The Z06's suspension tune will also be recalibrated to assure that it has every advantage in performance. The interior has had special treatment, and the square steering wheel along with the climate-control buttons on the center console present a vibe with a pleasantly unique appearance. The multilayered dashboard features an 8.0-inch touchscreen that supports Chevy’s Infotainment 3 Plus system, and you’ll have the choice of a 10 or 14-speaker setup courtesy of Bose professional audio. 

Chevy Silverado ZR2 Features World-Class Off-Road Capability, Revamped Interior, Hands-Free Super Cruise

When it comes to trucks, many customers have been adding top-notch off-road performance to their wish lists! Chevy’s latest Silverado launched just 3 years ago, but there is never a bad time for an update! The 2022 Silverado will feature the ZR2 package. There is now a 13.4-inch touchscreen in the dash of the LT and higher-trim Silverado pickups, as well as a 12.3-inch digital and customizable gauge cluster. 

Our competition has been popular for their interior, so the Silverado took an encouraging step forward in the 2022’s interior. The ZR2 Package adds a 6.2-liter engine, a trusty set of 33-inch off-road tires, and includes Multimatic 40mm DSSV spool-valve dampers and e-lockers in both the front and rear. The Silverado’s skid plates are absolutely necessary for offroading because the essentials on the bottom of the frame can incur severe damage when driving over rough surfaces.

The Silverado lineup will now also include Super Cruise, which allows for hands-free driving on select roads. Even though it is not fully autonomous, it takes some of the more cumbersome aspects of driving off your plate and makes the ride much more enjoyable. Past driver reviews from KBB.Com paint the Silverado in a glowing light, with one happy customer from Montana saying the 1500 is “beautiful and satisfying in every way.” With a transmission and engine that provided incredibly smooth shifting and awesome handling, a few extra bed runners, and a bed liner, it turned out tobe the best vehicle he ever owned. 

The 2021 model provided the new multi-configurable tailgate option and upgraded trailer-towing camera technology. With multiple convenient tie-down points and a massive bed capacity, the Silverado has gradually improved, earning powerhouse status that it boasts now.

The LT and LT Trail Boss trims are where style, great equipment, and long-lasting capability intersect and create the ultimate vehicle. The available 6.2-liter V8 produces 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, and the turbocharged 3.0-Liter 6-cylinder diesel puts out 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. Don’t forget to check out the sporty RST Trim: it includes body-colored exterior trim, 18-inch and urban-ready aluminum wheels, and LED fog lights!

2022 Silverado 1500 Equipped With Super Cruise, Larger-Than-Life Infotainment Screen

Trucks used to be judged predominantly by max tow ratings and their horsepower stats, while today’s full-size models seem to be judged by high-end interior spaces alongside their tech features. The 2022 Silverado 1500 boasts a modernized dashboard, many advanced features, and all the power truck owners expect.

As always, selecting the top-of-the-line High Country trim provides awesome extras such as open-pore wood. There is now a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster on board, with a 13.4-inch touchscreen. With the competition, you’ll only find a 12-inch screen. The Silverado’s new infotainment system comes with Google’s voice assistant, maps, and user-friendly app store. 

The available Super Cruise technology offers completely hands-free and tech-assisted driving that can even be used while pulling a trailer. Entry-level Silverado trucks are equipped with a safety suite that includes everything from automatic high-beam headlights to automated emergency braking to lane-keeping assist.

Power is no problem for the 2022 Silverado 1500. The 2.7-liter four-cylinder has been completely reworked and now offers 420 lb/ft of torque, delivering more punch and class-leading performance from a slightly smaller power source. You could also go the other direction with the Duramax diesel 3.0-liter inline-six, which flaunts an impressive 13,300-lb towing capacity.

With three large bed and cab choices, powerful and efficient engine range, and the added capability of the off-road ZR2 trim, the wide front fascia is still an instrumental part of the vehicle. There’s so much to love about the 5.3-liter V8, which cranks out 355 horsepower and 383 lb/ft of torque, as well as the 6.2-liter V8 with its pairing to the 10-speed automatic transmission. The available tailgate goes up or down on command from a quick push of a button, and there is also now a six-way power tailgate available to pair with a bed with 12 tie-downs. 

2022 Chevy Traverse Sits Atop Crossover Lineup

The 2022 Chevy Traverse sits at the top of Chevy’s crossover family lineup with seating for seven or eight people and a healthy dose of newly available safety gear! Available in the LS, LT, RS, Premier, and High Country versions, all now come with automatic emergency braking and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The 3.6-liter V6 combines with a 9-speed automatic to offer up a ride that is great off the line and equipped with plenty of room and comfortably padded chairs. You’ll be enjoying an abundance of cargo space and nearly a hundred cubic feet of storage behind the front seats. Automatic emergency braking is now standard for all models, and a surround-view camera system and a rear camera mirror are other great additives on the safety front. 

Automatic headlights, active lane control, and automatic emergency braking as standard all make the Traverse a Top Safety Pick Award for The CarConnection.com, providing a strong sense of protection for you and your family on the road every day. The LT trim is one of the sweet spots in the lineup with its all-wheel drive, power driver seat, second-row captain’s chairs, and better cloth, with the availability of power tailgate, heated seats, leather upholstery, and parking sensors. You’ll also be getting 18 mpg city, 27 highway, and 21 combined, which is stellar for an eight-seat SUV. 

With the capability to navigate snowy roads and ample space to make road trips comfortable for the whole family, this cabin is also so quiet you won’t believe the engine is on! Our class-leading limited warranty covers 3 years or 36,000 miles, the powertrain warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles, and complimentary maintenance is covered by us here in our award-winning service department on your first visit! With a starting price that is more affordable than its rivals and a 5,000-lb towing ability, the Traverse remains the ideal SUV.