The power of the Silverado HD has become synonymous with durability. The longevity of this reliable truck speaks for itself with repeated generational purchases. When it comes to hauling heavy loads, this is the truck buyers want.

This solid truck does more than heavy lifting; it offers luxury on the inside with today’s technology. The Chevrolet MyLink creates a command center of applications and smartphone connections in the site line of the vehicle dash maintaining a safer driving environment. Additionally, the 4G LTE Wi-Fi is internet on the go. 

Whether you’re wanting a sedan or a hatchback, the Chevrolet Cruze offers interior space, technology, and a fun ride as a small car. With the turbo-diesel engine, you’ll get up to an EPA-estimated 52 MPG on the highway. Fold down the rear seats and accommodations for five become cargo space for up to 47.2 cu. ft.

Max out your infotainment with the standard Chevrolet MyLink that includes a 7-inch color touchscreen. It easily integrates your compatible smartphone through the use of Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ so you can make and receive phone calls....

The winter weather has slowed down and now we are all enjoying spring and warmer temperatures. Of course, with warmer temperatures comes a lack of snow but precipitation is in full effect in the spring months. A lot of rain can come down in the months of April and May and the summer months can bring about some nasty thunderstorms with a great deal of precipitation in a short period of time. Driving can be just as treacherous as driving in a blizzard. Let's take a look at some tips for driving in the rain:

• Make sure your windshield…

When should you have certain maintenance issues checked on your vehicle? You can do it anytime, but spring is a great opportunity to make sure that your vehicle is running optimally. At Capitol Chevrolet in Salem, we want you to know what will keep your vehicle running smoothly for many years, and for even just the coming months. That's why we're going to tell you a couple of maintenance tips right now.

Hoses and belts are two types of parts that should be checked on at least an annual basis. They can wear which can cause your brakes…

Good tires are essential for your safety and your vehicle's handling. Despite recent advancements in durability, tires do not last forever. Tread can be expected to last between 30,000 to 50,000 miles, depending on several factors. The rubber compound itself begins to deteriorate after about six years, regardless of the number of miles driven.

There are several simple ways to check if you need to replace your tires.

• The penny test: Insert a penny into a tread with Lincoln's head toward the rubber. If you can see the top of his head, it's time for…

No one wants to be driving along the road only to have a tire blow out. This could cause you to get in an accident and it will be an inconvenience at the very least. Make sure that you know what you can do to avoid a tire blowout experience.

Make sure that all of your tires are properly inflated to keep them from having issues. Make sure that the tires are rotated on a regular basis so that they are wearing in an even way. If you are looking to avoid a tire blowout, you should pay attention to…

Your engine depends on your cooling system to tame high cylinder temperatures, and your cooling system depends on the cooling fluid to move this heat from one place to another. The fluid needs to be maintained at certain pressure levels in order to keep its temperature down, and a small component called a radiator vent cap is central to this process.

On open cooling systems, the radiator cap lies towards the top of the core. It allows excess fluids and pressure to space through special valves, thus helping the system to regulate internal pressures.

Faulty vent caps may allow too…

Manufacturers install a tire pressure monitoring system on their vehicles to alert drivers to inadequate tire pressure. The sensors in each wheel can trigger the warning light when tire pressure falls below the minimum safe level.

Salem-area residents understand that tires are important for safe operation of their vehicles. Under inflated tires wear out too fast and interfere with gas mileage, steering, and cornering. Over-inflated tires cause tire tread to wear in the middle and require replacement before they should with proper care.

 

As the owner of a 4-wheel drive vehicle you understand the importance of routine maintenance, but what is a transfer case and when do I need to service it? Below are some tips about transfer cases:
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We want you to get the most miles out of your tires that you can. One of the ways to do that is to have them rotated periodically. Because tires wear unevenly, rotating them can keep the tread wear relatively even as they age.

Tire rotation service includes moving the tires on your vehicle from front to back and from the left side to right side. This is because the tires that receive power directly from the engine, like the front tires on a front-wheel drive car, wear quicker than the other two tires. Tires are switched from left to…