Chevrolet Vehicles Achieve Impressive Initial Quality Scores

Three Chevrolet vehicles achieved impressive Initial Quality Scores in the 2012 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (sm). 

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• Malibu ranked highest in Midsize Car Segment
• Silverado HD ranked second and Avalanche ranked third in Large Pickup Segment respectively
• Tahoe is third in Large Crossover/SUV Segment

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Chevrolet Malibu Eco Receives Top Safety Ratings

From Chevrolet.com:

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco is the first and only all-new 2013 midsize car to receive double honors for safety including a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and a 2012 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Both are the highest ratings possible.

The IIHS tests vehicles to determine how well they protect occupants in front and side crash tests, in rollovers via a roof strength test, and simulated rear impacts to evaluate seat and head restraints for protection against neck injuries. The Malibu Eco achieved a “good” score in all four types of tests performed and has standard electronic stability control, which the IIHS requires for Top Safety Pick designation.

In achieving the 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score, the Malibu Eco was tested under NHTSA’s revised New Car Assessment Program.  The overall score is based on frontal and side crash tests in addition to evaluation for rollover resistance. Under the rating system, performances in three test segments are combined mathematically into an “Overall Vehicle Score.” 

"With the Malibu Eco, Chevrolet has earned seven 2012 TOP SAFETY PICK awards," said IIHS President Adrian Lund.  "The IIHS and NHTSA results demonstrate GM's commitment to state-of-the-art crash protection."

Under this methodology, the Chevy Malibu Eco achieved an Overall Vehicle Score of five stars – the highest rating possible - even though some individual ratings, such as rollover, resulted in four stars.

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Chevrolet Cruze Eco and Sonic Named Best Family Cars

From Chevrolet.com:

Edmunds.com and Parents magazine say the Chevrolet Cruze Eco and Sonic are two of the Best Family Cars for 2012.  Both the Cruze Eco and Sonic deliver fuel economy of 40 mpg or more on the highway and offer consumers the comfort, safety and advanced technology they expect at a value.

“With every new Chevrolet, we are able to deliver the technology and powertrain solutions that offer consumers the best fuel economy, performance and safety, making vehicles like the Sonic and Cruze Eco ideal choices for families,” said Chris Perry, vice president, Chevrolet Global Marketing.

“The Cruze Eco and Sonic are the best small Chevys ever built,” said Scott Oldham, Edmunds.com editor-in-chief.  “They are fun to drive, attractive, well-built and extremely fuel efficient, making them excellent choices for anyone shopping for a compact of subcompact car.”

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MotorTrend 2013 Chevrolet Traverse Overview

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From MotorTrend.com:

Inside, Chevy is aiming for a more upscale look. Panel gaps are tighter and soft-touch material has been added to the dashboard and upper door panels. Designers also added premium details such as contrast stitching, silver accents, and available blue ambient lighting. The revised center stack is highlighted by a new 6.5-inch touch-screen interface. Chevy's available MyLink system will allow passengers to use a smartphone features including streaming Bluetooth audio and Internet radio apps such as Pandora and Stitcher. The Traverse can seat up to eight passengers if customers opt for the second-row bench seat instead of the captain's chairs, while an optional rear-seat entertainment system should help keep the kids quiet on long trips. Front headrests now offer up-and-down, as well as fore-and-aft adjustments.

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