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Motortrend Magazine recently took a deep dive into the available engines in big SUVs, and their findings may surprise you. While most full size SUVs have switched to turbocharged V6 engines, the Chevy Tahoe and Suburban continue going strong with the power of 8 cylinders.  The available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine, providing 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, allows both models to tow over 8,000 pounds (that’s an 8,400 pound max for the Tahoe and 8,200 pound max for the Suburban). They were also impressed by the SUV’s low end power and engine…

Your next adventure begins here! Phillips Chevrolet is interviewing and hiring in multiple departments and multiple locations to add to our award-winning team. Available positions include Cashier at our Bradley location, Sales Associate at all three locations, and Internet Sales Specialist at all three locations. There are plenty of opportunities for advancement, as several members of our management team started out in entry level positions and rose in the ranks to head entire departments. Visit phillipschevyjobs.com to browse available positions.....

Parents Magazine assesses all of the vehicles currently available to determine which are the best choices for families, to present them with their annual Parents Best Family Cars Awards. We are thrilled to report that several Chevy models top their list! Chevrolet dominates the SUV segments with the Tahoe and Suburban tying for first place among Full Size 3-Row SUVs, as well as winning the special category of Best Rear Seat Entertainment. The Traverse tops Mid Size 3-Row SUVs, while the Equinox leads among Mid Size 5-Passenger SUVs as well as Value SUVs.....

The nice folks over at Kelley Blue Book recently compiled a list of the most affordable electric vehicles currently on the market, and we are delighted to report that the Chevy Equinox EV earned a spot on their list. With a starting price of $34,995, the Equinox EV is not only one of the most affordable EVs you can buy, it also offers greater range than any of the other EVs on KBB’s list with 319 miles on a single charge. In addition to great range and an affordable price tag, the Equinox EV also comes standard with…

We’re all eagerly anticipating the arrival the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 later this year, and here’s some news that has us even more excited! The ZR1 has taken to five of America’s most legendary tracks and has set new lap records at all of them! The Corvette ZR1 now boasts the fastest single lap time at Watkins Glen Long Course, Road America, Road Atlanta, Virginia International Raceway Full Course, and Virginia International Raceway Grand Course. “Corvette ZR1 continues to showcase how this nameplate elevates at every corner,” Corvette executive chief engineer Tony Roma said. ....

JD Power released the results of their 2025 Vehicle Dependability Study, and we are pleased to report that four Chevrolet models lead their segments! For this study, JD Power surveyed owners of 2022 model year vehicles to determine any issues they’ve encountered across nine major vehicle categories: climate; driving assistance; driving experience; exterior; features/controls/displays; infotainment; interior; powertrain; and seats. The leaders are the vehicles with the fewest reported issues over three years of ownership....

Get a little extra cash in your pocket for Valentine’s Day! If you’ve got an unwanted car or truck taking up space in your garage, we’re offering top dollar for used vehicles, even if you don’t buy one of ours. To get a ballpark figure of what your car is worth, use our online calculator to determine a range of what your car could be worth. Or if you’re ready to sell, get an Instant Cash Offer good for seven days.* We’re always on the lookout for great vehicles to add to our used…

Edmunds recently put the 2025 Chevy Traverse to the test to determine how much cargo space is available behind the third row seats. We are pleased to report that they agree with Chevrolet that the Traverse leads all vehicles in its class for cargo space. Their tester was able to fit six big suitcases in the back easily, and that’s without even taking advantage of the additional store offered under the truck floor in an extra compartment. You may be thinking, “How do they sere out of their rear view mirror with the cargo area stacked so high?”.......

We all fell in love with the Chevrolet Blazer EV when it first arrived last year, and soon there will be even more to love! Later this year, Chevrolet will release the much-anticipated high-performance SS trim level to the midsize crossover EV. It is expected to offer 615 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque, allowing a 0-60 mph time of only 3.4 seconds, and providing sportscar level performance in an unassuming package. And of course it will offer all the things we already love about the Blazer EV, like a spacious interior, sporty exterior styling....