I Love Graff Okemos: Chevrolet dealer near Lansing MI

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

New 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Debuts in Lansing

OKEMOS, Mich. –– Since Chevrolet first made public its intentions to move production of its most popular muscle car from Canada to Lansing, it would be an understatement to say we were ecstatic. Now we’re seeing our community come to life after the new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro debuted in Lansing on Monday, Oct. 26, 2015.

The first three Camaros rolled off General Motors’ Lansing assembly line in the true fashion of America, sporting paint coats of red, white, and blue. The three pony cars are among 100 Camaros produced for consumers, as opposed to the pilot vehicles the plant has been manufacturing for testing purposes over the course of months leading up to the official launch.

The new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro’s debut in Lansing is in tow of the muscle car’s first time being produced in America since 1992, and the people of Michigan’s capital area could easily be the most excited to see its return. Over the summer, GM hired 450 new employees to cover the second shift at its Lansing plant in order to keep production alive and well as consumer demand for the sixth-generation Camaro continues.

But the all-new Camaro isn’t just notable for its return home and its job creation. Considering the performance and design specs it showcases, it’s no wonder the Camaro is already up for the 2016 North American Car of the Year Award, despite not even hitting lots like our Chevrolet dealer near Lansing, MI.

The sixth-generation Camaro speeds to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds and travels a quarter of a mile in about 12 seconds. That’s not surprising considering the Camaro 1LT is built with a 2.0L 4-cylinder or 3.6L V6 engine, while the 1SS is built with a 6.2L V8 engine. When it comes to great design elements, drivers have the option of both models in either coupe or convertible styles.

The 2016 Camaro will be at Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos in mid-November for you to test-drive, but don’t let that stop you from checking out our other new Chevys for sale near Lansing, MI. Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with integrity and convenience, all close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you –– 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!

Thursday, October 22, 2015

GM Integrates LG Corp. Technology Into 2017 Chevrolet Bolt

OKEMOS, Mich. –– There have been ostensible advancements in vehicle-technology integration over the course of just a few years, and now that General Motors is incorporating technology from LG Corp. into the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt, this particular electric vehicle could set multiple new benchmarks in a rapidly evolving automotive industry.

GM has already touted the Chevy Bolt’s impressive driving range of 200 miles on one electric charge, as well as its affordable price projected at $30,000. But 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 EV.

“Chevrolet needs to be disruptive in order to maintain our leadership position in electrification,” said Mark Reuss, GM executive vice president of Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain. “By taking the best of our in-house engineering prowess established with the Chevrolet Volt and Spark EV, and combining the experience of the LG Group, we’re able to transform the concept of the industry’s first long range, affordable EV into reality.”

New technology GM and LG Corp. are integrating into the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt, include:

Electric Drive Motor
Power Invertor Module (converts DC power to AC for the drive unit)
On Board Charger
Electric Climate Control System Compressor
Battery Cells and Pack
High Power Distribution Module (manages the flow of high voltage to various components)
Battery Heater
Accessory Power Module (maintains low-voltage power delivery to accessories)
Power Line Communication Module (manages communication between vehicle and a DC charging station)
Instrument Cluster
Infotainment System

To produce the new components for the Bolt, LG Electronic Vehicle Components has invested $250 million into a facility located in Korea. GM will manufacture the Bolt itself at its plant in Orion Township starting in late 2016.

GM and Chevrolet are picking up the pace for new vehicle technology production, and the 2017 Bolt is a premier example of how they’re going about it. We can’t wait to put some of these new Chevy EVs on the lot at our Chevrolet dealer near Lansing, MI.

Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with integrity and convenience, all close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you –– 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!