Chevy Bolt EV Provides a Fun Autocross Experience

OKEMOS, Mich.,–– Autocross is a timed competition where drivers navigate through traffic cones to showcase their driving skills and the vehicle's handling in a safe, monitored, and controlled environment. The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV may not seem like the type of vehicle that isn't fit for this type of competition, but the smaller size, hatchback body style, and surprising speed make it a great competitor. The Chevy bolt EV provides a fun autocross experience to first-timers as well as veterans who want to blaze through the course with impressive times.

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV's 60 kWh lithium ion battery pack allowing the vehicle to go from zero to 60 MPH in just 6.5 seconds. The vehicle also puts out an impressive 266 lb-ft of torque that makes the Bolt's little wheels squeal on the pavement when the pedal is put to the metal, but that's about all you'll hear - the lack of revving may seem a little out of place at an autocross competition. However, speed and power don't necessarily determine a driver's success at an autocross event. The Bolt EV's batteries, located low and directly on the chassis, allow this hatch to remain steady through the tight curves and turns on an autocross course.

The best part about the 2017 Bolt EV? Even after three hours of autocrossing, you'll still have more than enough battery life to get home. The Bolt EV carries an average of 238 miles of electric range in driving. You can drive the Chevy Bolt EV slow, fast, or anywhere in between and still receive an efficient and mileage-minded drive! According to Chevrolet, the Bolt EV's battery range is perfect for the average commute to and from work and provides more than enough mileage to get drivers through an autocross event.

"If Chevrolet was using this autocross to change the conversation around electric cars, it has succeeded. Where EVs used to have a singular purpose of making every electron count, the Bolt EV does that all while being fun and not being so quirky and strange that it draws unwelcome judgment and confused looks (hello, Prius). The Chevrolet Bolt EV could be the electric car that leads to broader adoption: It’s green, practical, actually affordable, comfortable, versatile, and, as I learned during the autocross, it can perform." - Jodi Lai, AutoGuide

The Chevy Bolt EV provides a fun autocross experience for those who prefer to compete record-breaking speeds and times, but also a fun daily driving experience for all other drivers. Download the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicle brochure and view our Bolt EV inventory today to see what's available in Okemos, MI! Find something you like? We can set up a test drive at your convenience so you can experience the power of the Bolt EV in person!

Located conveniently just outside of Lansing, Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is here to help you with your car buying and servicing needs. Our goal is to create a transparent experience and a comfortable environment for all of our valuable customers. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, reach us at (517) 349-8300, or stop by the dealership at 1748 W. Grand River in Okemos, MI 48864

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Lunar Rover Technology Used on Chevrolet Electric Vehicles

OKEMOS, Mich., – Almost 50 years ago, General Motors engineers constructed electric vehicle technology to help create the Lunar Rover used to explore the moon with 15 other astronauts. Today, Lunar Rover technology used on Chevrolet electric vehicles has helped the new 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV excel as one of the leading electric vehicles of its kind. You can enjoy the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV with all the benefits of the Lunar Rover as well as a few extra bells and whistles.

Looking closely at the features of both vehicles, the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV is built on the same foundation that the iconic Lunar Rover used to explore the surface of the earth. As one of the first electric vehicles of its kind, the Lunar Rover could receive up to 57 miles per charge, with a top speed of 8.7mph and a .25 horsepower engine. The Chevy Bolt EV, on the other hand, receives up to 238 miles per charge, with a 200 horsepower engine and a top speed of 92 mph. The past 50 years have allowed Chevrolet to upgrade the revolutionary technology the Lunar Rover offered, providing its groundbreaking features at an affordable rate available to consumers. 

"Starting at an MSRP of $37,495 before federal tax incentives of up to $7,500 depending upon individual tax situation, the 2017 Bolt EV offers an EPA-estimated 238 miles of range on a single charge. Standard features include electronic precision shift, one-pedal driving, Regen on Demand™ steering wheel paddle, 10.2-inch-diagonal color touchscreen and an 8 year/100,000 mile battery and propulsion system limited warranty (whichever comes first, see dealer for details). The top-trim Premier model adds leather-appointed seats, front and rear heated seats, Surround Vision Camera, Rear Camera Mirror and more."

While the Lunar Rover's electric vehicle technology doesn't stand a chance against the vehicles of today, the passion and drive that brought it to life still lives on in the Chevrolet Bolt EV. Plus, you don't have to wear gloves or a spacesuit to drive this vehicle (unless you want to). The Chevrolet Bolt EV is equipped with out-of-this-world technology that allows it to remain at the forefront of modern electric vehicles, providing drivers with a reliable battery, extensive warranty coverage, and a slew of additional features that sets it apart from competition.

You can view the 2017 Bolt EV and its unique features on our vehicle model overview page. While you're there, you can read up on vehicle details, pricing, available models, and brochures. If you can't find what you're looking for, be sure to call us so we can get a vehicle ordered for you! In no time, you'll be united with the vehicle of your dreams. The Lunar Rover technology used on Chevrolet electric vehicles has provided Earth bound owners of the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV with an experience unlike any other while behind the wheel of this uniquely historical vehicle.

Located conveniently just outside of Lansing, Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is here to help you with your car buying and servicing needs. Our goal is to create a transparent experience and a comfortable environment for all of our valuable customers. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, reach us at (517) 349-8300, or stop by the dealership at 1748 W. Grand River in Okemos, MI 48864

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2017 Chevrolet Lineup Wins 18 Awards at Los Angeles Auto Show

OKEMOS, Mich., – The future is bright at Chevrolet! During the first week of the Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2017 Chevy lineup walked away with 18 awards, a brand record. Nine Chevy models were recognized, including the 2017 Bolt EV. The all-new Bolt EV won five awards including being named to the illustrious Car and Driver 10Best Cars list with the Camaro 1LE, and Corvette Grand Sport.

The complete list of awards:

Bolt EV

• Car and Driver – 10Best Cars
• Car Connection – Best EV to Buy, Best Hatchback to Buy
• Green Car Reports – Best New Car to Buy
• Green Car Journal – Green Car of the Year
• Hispanic Motor Press – Best EV/Plug-In Vehicle

Camaro

• Car and Driver – 10Best Cars
• Hispanic Motor Press – Best American Muscle

Colorado

• Consumer Guide Automotive – Best Buy (Compact Pickup)
• Hispanic Motor Press – Best Pickup Medium Size

Corvette

• AutoGuide.com – Reader’s Choice Sports Car of the Year
• Car and Driver – 10Best Cars
• Consumer Guide Automotive – Best Buy (Premium Sporty/Performance Car)

Impala

• Consumer Guide Automotive – Best Buy (Large Car)
• Kelley Blue Book – 2017 Best Buy Award (Full-Size Car)

Malibu

• Consumer Guide Automotive – Best Buy (Midsize Car)

Silverado 1500

• Consumer Guide Automotive – Best Buy (Large Pickup)

Tahoe

• Kelley Blue Book – 2017 Best Buy Award (Full-Size SUV)

Volt

• Consumer Guide Automotive – Best Buy (Electric Car)

In addition to the 2017 Chevy lineup winning 18 awards at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2017 Bolt EV was named the MOTOR TREND Car of the Year, one of the most prestigious awards in the automotive industry. If you're looking to make a change to a new vehicle like one of the 2017 models listed above, we encourage you to visit our dealership in Okemos, MI. We'd be happy to help you find the SUV, truck, sedan or crossover you're looking for. We also want to help you be safe on the road, so make sure to complete your Fall Car Care routine at our Graff Okemos Service Center.

Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with top-notch service and convenience close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you find your dream car – simply call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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Bolt EV Takes Home Fourth Motor Trend Award in Three Years for Chevrolet

OKEMOS, Mich., – The Bolt EV took home the fourth Motor Trend Award in three years for Chevrolet! It received the 2017 Car of the Year Award from Motor Trend based on it's evaluation in six categories.

The Bolt EV was rated on its advancement in design, engineering excellence, efficiency, safety, value, and performance of intended function. The Chevrolet electric car joins the ranks of the Camaro and Colorado, which were both awarded Car of the Year, and Truck of the Year, respectively. Motor Trend has been a leading brand in automotive media since it's inception in 1949.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV

The Chevy Bolt EV gets an EPA-estimated range of 238 miles. Chevrolet expects owners to exceed this with regular charging. 

The cost of the Bolt EV is $37,495, not including a possible available federal tax credit of up to $7,500.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV comes with standard Chevrolet features including electronic precision shift, Regen on Demand steering wheel paddle, and color touch screen. Additional available features include leather-appointed seats, front and rear heated seats, Surround Vision, Rear Camera Mirror, and more.

It's pretty exciting news that the Bolt EV took home the fourth Motor Trend Award in three years for Chevrolet! You can read more about the Bolt EV on the Chevrolet website. Don't forget to check out our selection of in-stock 2016 models! Everything is priced below GMS for a limited time! Start your shopping experience today!

Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with top-notch service and convenience close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you find your dream car – simply call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

OKEMOS, Mich., – The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV will offer green drivers the opportunity to save even more energy with its new one-pedal driving system. Although this alternative braking method, often referred to as Regen Braking or Regenerative Braking, is not a replacement for a traditional brake pedal, it offers the appeal of increased efficiency and range.

Regen Braking systems help to reuse energy in green cars by redirecting it back to the engine, rather than wasting it during the traditional braking process. It is not suggested that the brake pedal can be eliminated altogether, but 2017 Bolt EV drivers will have four different modes to choose from to get the most out of their one-pedal driving experience:

• Operating in Drive and easing off the accelerator
• Operating in Drive and using the new Regen on Demand paddle on the steering wheel
• Operating in Low and easing off the accelerator
• Operating in Low and using the Regen on Demand paddle

The use of these different modes can provide the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV with 200 miles of range, a 5 percent increase from its predecessor.

Whatever your preferred driving method, it’s important to take care of your vehicle all the time! With help from our routine maintenance and service FAQ pages, you can you keep your car running for years to come! At Graff Chevrolet Okemos, we want to put you in the vehicle to fit your lifestyle and needs! If you can’t find what you’re looking for by searching our online inventory, a sales professional would be more than happy to assist you in your vehicle hunt!

Located conveniently just outside of Lansing, Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is here to help you with your car buying and servicing needs. Our goal is to create a transparent experience and a comfortable environment for all of our valuable customers. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, reach us at (517) 349-8300, or stop by the dealership at 1748 W. Grand River in Okemos, MI 48864

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4 New Chevy Cars on Display at NAIAS 2016

OKEMOS, Mich. –– Whether or not you're a Chevrolet fan won't be a factor in the level of your experience at the Detroit Auto Show this year. Thanks to four new Chevy cars on display at the 2016 North American International Auto Show, you'll leave Cobo Hall––where the show is held––imbued with a futuristic vision.

Four new Chevy cars on display at NAIAS 2016––the 2017 Bolt EV, 2016 Cruze, 2017 Cruze Hatch, and 2016 Malibu Hybrid––are clear game-changers for Chevy, General Motors, and, in general, the auto industry. Steering away from the traditional auto business model of producing minutely updated vehicles with small nuances differentiating them from previous generations, Chevy has its eye on the future and is drastically blending more efficient engine performance with artistically motivated design and modern technology. Welcome to the future:

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV offers an impressive driving range of 200 miles on one electric charge, as well as an affordable price around $33,000. A partnership with LG Corp. has enabled GM to develop a litany of new technological features for the Bolt that will add additional value to the electrified vehicle.

2016 Chevrolet Cruze

The new Cruze’s athletic build houses technology for 7 connected devices with available 4G LTE Wi-Fi, and is the first in its class to offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Those are the fun aspects of the new Cruze, but it’s also efficient with an EPA-estimated 35 mpg highway. With 10 air bags and available standard OnStar for the first 6 months, the 5-seater 2016 Cruze is also a safe haven for drivers and their passengers.

2017 Chevrolet Cruze Hatch

The hatchback provides ample room for extra storage thanks to its 18.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back seat, made 42 cubic feet of cargo space with the back seat folded down. It's equipped with an EcoTec turbocharged 1.4L four-cylinder engine with direct injection and start/stop technology. With the hatchback, the Cruze's former 138 horsepower gallops to 153, and its 135 ft-lb. of torque increases to 177. The hatchback is also lighter by 100 pounds as a result of its lean body design, and by 44 pounds as a result of the new EcoTec engine.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Inches have been added to the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid's interior legroom, its fuel economy is higher than ever, and the overall it's 300 pounds lighter than the previous generation. The Malibu Hybrid is estimated to deliver 45 mpg combined, partly thanks to Chevy utilizing super-thin, high-strength steel throughout the Malibu's body. The new Teen Driver function allows parents to track information like maximum speed, miles driven, and active safety features to keep their worries at bay knowing their teens are safe.

If you're unable to attend the Detroit Auto Show this year, you can view more photos of Chevy at NAIAS 2016 here. Looking for a new vehicle, or need vehicle service taken care of? Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos help you. Call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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Chevrolet Officially Debuts 2017 Bolt EV

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OKEMOS, Mich. –– It was only in June when the first 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV sighting occurred and auto news outlets disseminated a few spy shots to the public. Shortly after, Chevy released a test-drive video of the electrified vehicle, followed by news that the Bolt EV would incorporate unique technology produced by LG Corp.

Now, Chevrolet has officially debuted the 2017 Bolt EV at the Consumer Electronics Show. It was an apropos environment to show off the electrified vehicle and promote its long-range capability and affordability.

Stemming from the suggestions and opinions of Chevy Volt drivers, the 2017 Bolt EV was created for EV-driving consumers with specific technologies in mind that make owning and driving a Chevy EV long distances more feasible than ever.

Making the driving experience more manageable through personalized solutions was a key factor in developing the Bolt EV. Thanks to innovative technology, drivers will be able to estimate driving range according to "the time of day, typography, weather, and the owner's driving habits," according to Chevy.

Other key features that come with the 2017 Bolt EV include Bluetooth low-energy, which connects an owner's smartphone to the car as they walk towards it, and many technologies supported by OnStar 4G LTE, making the Bolt EV a Wi-Fi hotspot.

With Chevrolet's official debut of the 2017 Bolt EV, other features, which you can learn more about here, were revealed, including:

• 10.2-inch MyLink color touch-screen display
• Rear Camera Mirror
• Surround Vision
• All-new MyChevrolet Mobile App
• EV Navigation Mapping
• Gamification

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV will be manufactured at General Motors' Orion Assembly facility in Michigan. Although a date hasn't been set for when we can expect the Bolt EV to arrive in Chevy dealership showrooms, we're anticipating the vehicle's release sometime later in 2016.

Looking for a new vehicle, or need vehicle service taken care of? Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos help you. Call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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