Chevy Offers up Primo Peek at Equinox EV Via Electrek Blog

After everyone here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse excitedly watched the Chevy Equinox EV’s debut during CES this winter, GM has now shared a new video of this exciting and energy-efficient vehicle! You can clearly see a new blue two-toned exterior color with a pearl roof. This appears to be the most current “preview” of the upcoming electric SUV before it begins the production phase later next year. The Electrek blog is a very well-respected source of information for all things EV, and they expressed their eagerness to eat up all of the news possible regarding our recent media flurry.

First, GM pulled the covers off a Chevy Silverado EV as well as officially announcing an all-electric Chevy Blazer. Then, Americans who have recently been dealing with multiple blows to their pocketbooks realized that they would be able to seize the opportunity to enjoy an all-electric version of the Chevy Equinox at an amazingly reasonable price. The official press release stated that Chevy will “expand its EV lineup in fall 2023 to include the Equinox EV, an affordable, functional compact SUV that will start at an estimated MSRP of around $30,000 in the US”.

Chevy’s updated EV section of its website now has included the video of the blue and white, two-toned Equinox EV with its head and tail lights cycling fully across the vehicle’s ends. Steering away rapidly from what was once conceived as a slice of automotive prestige from the future that may have never come into fruition, the Equinox EV LT would be slated to arrive with GM’s full Supercruise capacity, which could immediately make for a huge hit on their hands in terms of just what great features you can attain at a low price

 Over the past year, it has become evident that inflation is going to remain the global norm, and consumers will be thrilled to realize that they will soon be able to own not only a piece of history, but a viable means of sustainability for our future days on Earth. The 2022 Chevy Equinox is our best-selling SUV as well as a major player in the 2-row / 5-passenger compact crossover segment. Brand-new for this year is the sporty-looking RS trim, and the ability to now quickly disable the engine start/stop system with a quick push of a button.

The RS trim features gloss-black grille and exterior accents, black interior with red stitching, 19-inch darkened wheels, and characteristically unique RS shift knob. The 2022 Equinox Premier Trim offers a leather interior with French stitching, blind-spot monitoring, hands-free power liftgate, an 8-inch touchscreen, and dual-zone climate control. Each brand-new Chevy Equinox here at the Powerhouse includes a suite of active safety features such as forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and IntelliBeam automatic headlights.

2022 Chevy Silverado Celebrates Spring With Addition of Hefty 6.2-liter V8 Engine

The 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 will offer the powerful and potent naturally aspirated 6.2-Liter V8 L87 gasoline engine in limited availability. The powertrain is rated at 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, and the naturally aspirated 5.3-Liter V8 L84 gas engine is rated at 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. Options for transmission pairing are the GM 8-speed and 10-speed automatic, and both rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive are available. On March 3rd, the official online configurator went live for the refreshed 2022 Chevy Silverado, allowing you to customize your ownership with this esteemed new rig that rides faithfully on the GM T1 platform.

GM also officially unveiled the refreshed 2022 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss LT last summer, spotted on roadways complemented perfectly with a Black grille bow tie badge along with red recovery hooks. The lighting spec includes LED reflector headlamps along with LED signature Daytime Running Lamps and Amber tracer animation and LED front fog lamps to illuminate the off-road trail you’re choosing to conquer during any time of night! It also rolls on an excellent set of 20-inch-High gloss Black painted aluminum wheels, lower convex mirrors, integrated turn signals, clearance lamps, and auxiliary lighting. 

This year’s Silverado 1500 is full of advanced technologies, better interior materials, and a brand-new off-road-oriented ZR2 Model. The 420-hp ZR2 features 33-inch off-road MT tires, a unique skid plate package, and a high-approach steel front bumper that improves approach angle. Standard safety features on the Silverado 1500 include automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, forward collision alert, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, and automatic high beams. 

The New 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500: Stunning Visitors in the Powerhouse Showroom

Just as sure as the spring rains will arrive later this month to drench the roads, we are primed and ready for the arrival of the brand-new 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 on our lots right here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse! After being delayed earlier this year, production of the pickups will begin at the GM Fort Wayne Assembly facility in Indiana on March 15th. More capacity will also soon be offered up as the Oshawa Assembly plant in southern Ontario, Canada will work to fulfill the now very overwhelming demand for the Silverado.

This month the online configurator tool for the refreshed 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 also went live, making way for many anxious future truck owners to create their own ideal Silverado 1500 specification, and look at a detailed pricing breakdown. The incoming version now introduces revised exterior styling, a completely overhauled cabin with new technologies, brand-new standard and available display screens, as well as the addition of the lethal and always trail-ready ZR2 model. Multiple trims will come standard with the heftiness under the hood of the turbocharged 2.7-liter Inline 4 L3B gas engine, which now produces 24 percent more torque, totaling 430 lb-ft. 

You’ll also be climbing, hauling, and towing with the assistance of the 6.2-liter V8 L87 and 5.3-liter V8 L84 gas engines, on top of the 3.0-liter I6 LM2 turbo-diesel Duramax. The new 8-speed transmission and the loss of about 300 pounds have helped the Silverado achieve 17 mpg overall, which is a 1-mpg gain over the previous model.

Consumer Reports, stated last year’s model was high on the “hitting like button” factor, as 3 large bed and cab choices, a powerful and efficient engine range, and great standard tech and safety features were impressing customers fully along with the improved interior. The LT, RST, LTZ, LT Trail Boss, and High Country trims beefed up their interior game with a 13.4-inch touchscreen, standard safety features, and also now offer GM’s Super Cruise limited hands-free driver system. 

The ZR2 Model is sure to excite those who are always happy to bomb the nearest fire road and try their luck at climbing boulders and blazing through the nearest canyon. There are so many good things here on the outfitting end that it’s hard to know where to start: it comes with positive-sensitive shocks that adapt to the constantly changing terrain and spool valves with three different compassion profiles that aid in high-speed overlanding, and meticulously crawling over rocks with precision force. With the potential to become America’s best rescue vehicle as well as off-road conqueror, you’ll be gleefully kicking up dust with red tow hooks, robust skid plates, unique 18-inch wheels, and a new front fascia brandishing a tough-and-burly steel front bumper that aids with the crucial approach angle. 

2022 Chevy Suburban Surpasses The 200,000 Mile Mark in Star-Studded Style: GM Authority Reports

One of the vehicles we have always had loads of appreciation here for at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse is the 2022 Chevy Suburban, which has enjoyed the success of being one of the longest-lasting nameplates in existence. Enjoying the royal clout of its own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and then some, our esteemed blogger experts on duty at GM Authority recently provided the scoop on how this full-size SUV has many times been able to pass the 200,000-mile mark while remaining resilient and ultimately trustworthy!

One of the other great sources that we used was the iSeeCars website, which recently published their decidedly-chosen list of Top 15 Longest-Lasting Cars. These are based strictly upon the percentage of registered vehicles of a particular nameplate that have driven over 200,000 miles, which determined that 6.6 percent of all Chevy Suburban models registered in the U.S. today deem it as the third-longest-lasting vehicle on the market. The Suburban is currently enjoying its second model year of the latest twelfth-generation nameplate, also offering up 8,300 lbs of towing capacity when equipped with the 6.2-Liter V8 L87 gas engine and 4-wheel drive. 

As the wild continues to call and you are looking for the toughest in trailering and hauling capability, the NHT Max Trailering Package now throws in the Advanced Trailering Package content, Enhanced cooling radiator, and 4-wheel drive LS, LT, and RST models will also receive the two-speed transfer case. Proudly assembled at the GM Arlington plant in Texas, the Suburban also enjoyed the second model year’s expanded availability of the optional Brembo brake package, coming at you hot with 6-piston Brembo Brake Upgrade and Color Matched Rear Calipers, available on all trim levels as well as the fleet version of the 2022 Chevy Tahoe and 2022 Chevy Suburban. 

The brand-new RST Model hits the streets this year on Vossen HF6-4 Wheels, with a tinted Gloss Black finish and split-spoke design that adds the perfectly aggressive vibe to the Satin Steel Metallic paint perfectly. The RST Trim also provides an awesome Jet Black interior and Victory Red stitching, monochromatic Black grille with Black Ice inserts, and black front fascia along with Black Ice Chrome rear applique. 

Any driver out there on the road looking for an everyday option that is great at instilling a large-sized mover with the likes of an incredibly special powertrain such as the naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 L87 is going to love the 2022 Chevy Suburban handles. Truly defining space with a purpose for the future, you’ll enjoy features such as a first-in-class power sliding center console and being on board the most versatile and advanced generation of Suburban ever. There are six unique trims on tap to fit your specific lifestyle, and it rolls on 18-inch wheels as well as offering up premium features that work overtime to save you energy such as the class-leading and revolutionary Dynamic Fuel Management.

KBB Celebrates 2022 Chevy Equinox as one of the Most Comfortable Vehicles under $30,000

The Mid Missouri Powerhouse is your fully-stocked hub of pre-spring activity and premium destination when it comes to locating the perfect vehicle for you for 2022! Amidst the trucks, sedans, and smaller-sized vehicles available, there is one very brightly shining star in the form of the Chevy Equinox, which has just been determined to be one of the most comfortable vehicles under $30,000 by Kelley Blue Book. This research was broken down based on what it feels are the quietest, most smooth, and spacious riding vehicles on lots such as ours here today.

The 2022 Chevy Equinox ranked sixth on this list, just ahead of the competition in the form of the 2022 Honda Accord, and 2022 Subaru Outback. The KBB editors also were very happy with the seat design in this year’s Equinox model, along with the cabin’s abundance of space and great range of available comforts. The RS trim provides the addition of very cool red contrast stitching and ample room for five adults with comfortable headroom and legroom for rear passengers. You can also see a luxurious upgrade in the form of heated seats, a power driver’s seat, and an incredibly sweet-sounding premium audio system.

Most vehicles that made their mark on this list were crossovers, which routinely offer up a softer suspension quality with longer travel than passenger cars, which can assist in swallowing up the pothole’s wrath among other ruts in the road. Our Chevy-loving cohorts over at GM Authority also reported over the last month that the 2022 Equinox model is even more affordable than the 2021 version, as pricing right here at the Powerhouse for the base LS trim level is significantly cheaper than last year.  

This is the best opportunity and time of year for you to drive off the lot with one of the most popular and compelling crossovers there is! A feature-laden infotainment offering layout, perfectly athletic handling, and longstanding bow-tie brand essence are all draws and benefits of this year’s new Equinox. The current year’s makeover adds more distinctive headlights, a brand-new grill design, and completely updated front and rear bumpers. The top-tier Premier also features French stitching and gloss-black trim for the console, and the 1.5-liter engine as the sole powertrain option.

We would absolutely have to recommend the mid-level LT as the sweet spot in the trim level, that comes with an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, high-intensity discharge headlights, SiriusXM satellite radio, and much more. Don’t forget the savvy addition of the Confidence and Convenience package, which now includes dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power liftgate, rear cross-traffic alert, and remote start. The 7.0-inch touchscreen displays Chevy’s Mylink infotainment interface directly on top of the dash, and on top of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto you’ll be enjoying Bluetooth phone and audio streaming, USB connectivity, and standard 4G LTE onboard Wi-Fi.