Automotive Minute Covers Chevy Trailblazer Revival Exhibiting “Exciting Momentum and Personalization”

Eileen Falkenberg-Hull of BizJournals.com has the very prominent daily duty of Editor for “Drive My Family”, and doled out her two cents last week regarding the exciting release of the 2021 Trailblazer. All of us here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse were excited at the coming of the Trailblazer, as the namesake that made its own distinct brand of permanent waves in the truck category was reborn. This fall positioned in between the Chevy Trax and Chevy Equinox, the 2021 Trailblazer is aimed at what Eileen deems here as “empty nesters on a budget” or those who don't need the larger amount of space found in a bigger SUV.

“Empty nesters” is by no means a derogatory term: this is a market share of vibrant customers who now have a bit more time on their hands and are looking for the best in a crossover SUV to call their own. Their planned weekend trips may be a bit further considering the extra time they now have on their hands, and it's still nice to have the perks of an SUV even though there may not always be extra passengers in the back seat. As Eileen recognized, the great design of the Trailblazer enables a great amount of personalization, serving as a solid continuation of the design language for the entire Chevy crossover family and offering a feature-rich entry for one of the fastest-growing niches in the auto industry.

The exterior is reminiscent of the lines you see at first look of the 2019 Blazer, and the car's interior is more akin to what is found on the Equinox. There were some definite risks taken during the design of the Blazer's cabin, and while we are huge fans of the entire finished product, what is found within the Trailblazer is a bit more appealing for the typical SUV shopper. The sportier RS trim with two-tone roof will be ideal for those in search of an edgy and modern vibe, and each new Trailblazer will also come standard with driver assistance features such as forward pedestrian braking, automatic emergency braking, as well as lane departure warning with assist. Adaptive cruise control, rear park assist, and a high-definition rearview camera are also on board.

Expected to arrive at dealerships in early 2020, the official announcement was made at the Shanghai Auto Show regarding the Trailblazer's reveal. There were many onlookers out there expecting a body-on-frame SUV that is a bit more like what the 4Runner offers, but it has now definitely been confirmed that the Trailblazer will be based on Chevy's global small SUV platform.

It is no secret that passenger cars have seen many models scrapped lately, and from right here in Missouri all of the way to Minnesota and Malibu, SUV's seem to be all you see on the roads at a quick glance. Offering everything viable and roadworthy at a reasonable price is never a snap of the fingers in today's landscape, and you'll be excited to see just how practical, easy to blend in with your daily duties, and agile the new Trailblazer will be!

Motortrend Reports on New Trailblazer Debut Slated for April 16

Later this month when the Shanghai auto show kicks off with a bang, many various supercars and electric cars will be featured, but only a few will likely make their way to the States. A blog update published this week on Motortrend.com claims that this is where the new Chevy Trailblazer, as well as Trax, will be revealed. You can see in the images provided here that it could be a smaller, more off-road ready CUV that slots right under the Blazer. There was also news heard from the Detroit Auto show in January that Chevy plans to bring the Trailblazer back, in the likes of a small crossover that will slot between the Equinox and the Trax.

One particularly eye-catching sketch shown here of a small Chevy SUV was part of a presentation by GM execs to investors in New York last year, which coincided a bit with sources telling Motor Trend that there is indeed a small crossover coming to the Chevy lineup that could resurrect the Trailblazer name. Even if this model being unveiled soon is not too much bigger than the subcompact Trax, it could also turn out being a more upscale model within the same size bracket.

It has definitely been exciting for all of us here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse to witness the revitalization of the Blazer, and the Trailblazer would absolutely be a very timely and capable release to have on deck in addition. In the instance of the Blazer, GM began work years ago on a midsize crossover to fit snugly between the Equinox and Traverse. Many die-hard Blazer fans have given us a bit of a hard time since the new model differs in size and is not currently a body-on-frame variant, but we are steadfast and strong in our belief that it is still going to be an epic and wildly popular vehicle choice for 2019!

The potential rendition of the Trailblazer would not have anything in common with the original, which was in essence a very upscale trim line of the K5 Blazer. It was available from 1999 until 2001, when it became its own model as a midsize SUV. A second generation of the Trailblazer, which was using the Colorado truck frame, was launched for 2012, and never introduced in the US. There are many choices within the crossover SUV genre as of late, and some out there may not understand all the various shapes and sizes now in existence while mulling over options. We'll keep you posted on anything we hear regarding this and any other releases and are anxious to help you test drive and find the perfect car or SUV for your needs here in the Mid-Missouri heartland.

Trailblazer's Potential Return Watched Closely by Motor1.com

As we become accustomed to what are most definitely the middle months of winter's wrath here at the Powerhouse, many of us on staff spend extra time huddled up with a warm drink, and reading online about developments and product news within our beloved auto industry. Many models that were once just a faint idea materialized over very long amounts of time, and after once just being a concept on the drawing board, finally roared to life and took up real estate right here on the lot. The folks on staff at the Motor1.com blog were a bit skeptical out of the gate when writing about the potential resurrection of the Chevy Trailblazer, and as every media outlet has to be thorough and analytical, we completely understand.

Beginning by stating that Mitsubishi is slated to bring back the “Eclipse” namesake on a crossover, editor Jacob Oliva claimed that he simply wasn't sure about the quality of what was on the way, much as movie critics are skeptical of remade classics. The sketches you can see here on the blog show what the rumors confirm, that it looks like Chevy is bringing back the Trailblazer name with the intentions of making it a crossover. It is no secret that sedans have been losing popularity by the year, and just like any entity, Chevy wants to hedge their bets safely, and crank out the type of vehicles that are in the most demand.

The Trailblazer will fill the spot in between the Trax and the Equinox crossovers, and it is still available in Thailand and Brazil. Consumers are bound to get excited for a rugged and very capable SUV that is built specifically for those who have the sudden desire to pursue off-road terrain. Chevy has specifically-designed styling cues that distinguish our brand from everything else on the road, and every time you awaken your senses by test driving one of our vehicles, you'll wholeheartedly agree. The electronic adjustable driver seat and available folding second and third-row seats are designed for complete comfort and maximization of interior space, and the Trailblazer will be an extreme asset for anyone embarking on a trip further than the daily drive.

The choice of trim level is one way to put a dose of extra personality into your purchase, and the Z71 trim selection will absolutely have the ability to turn heads: it offers a more aggressive set of decals, blacked-out enhancements and iconic badging. The 3.6-liter engine expected to be present in the Trailblazer delivers 275 horsepower, and will be mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. You'll enjoy the benefits of the now-common high tech features that make the Chevy namesake so awesome: available remote start, the much-loved Chevy infotainment system, hands-free calling, and multiple USB ports on board.

One of the thoughtful additions that drivers have been raving about as of late is the electrochromatic rearview mirror: it amazingly reduces glare by darkening automatically when tailing cars' headlights shine into your rearview, causing an annoyance that has distracted many during their travels!