You'll Be In Shock Over This New Camaro Color

The Chevy Camaro has sported a fairly tame palette offering, until now. The 2019 models are here and they've received a total makeover, with vibrant, new colors and modernized nose detail. Shock, the latest color offering, is headed for unveiling at SEMA on the 30th of this month. This extreme highlighter yellow shade is garnering quite the buzz among auto enthusiasts producing a mixture of both positive and negative feedback.

Although Chevy has not released any information about exactly which Camaro models are being offered in Shock, we do know that production with the new neon offering will begin early next year and will likely be an extra-cost option like the current red and orange color options. The restyled front features a relocated bow-tie emblem, as well as stunning after-market accessories like black badges and a rear spoiler to round out the new appearance. The aesthetics aren't the only upgrades on the 2019 models, however, as they feature new wheel design, state-of-the-art Chevy Infotainment systems, full-display rearview camera mirror, and forward collision alert. In addition, the 2019 Camaro sports a lower price tag than the 2018 model, $405 dollars cheaper to be exact. 

Do you love the new color, but not muscle cars? Fun fact: this color is also currently available on the Chevrolet Bolt EV.

What are your thoughts on the 2019 Chevy Camaro models? How about the color shock? Do you love it, or is it a bit too much? Comment and let us know, we love hearing from you. 

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help our community grow to become an even better place to call home! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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How to Avoid Hitting a Deer on the Road

BAY CITY, Mich. - We've all been there, or know someone who has; you're driving along on a winding country road when all of a sudden a flash of brown crosses your path — you've hit a deer. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), large animal collisions have accounted for an average 187 fatalities in recent years. With deer season just around the corner, more and more drivers need to stay alert and aware when driving, especially during dawn and dusk. Here are some simple tips on how to avoid hitting a deer on the road this fall! 

Preventive Techniques

• The two most important ways to avoid a potential dear collision are slow down and then SLOW DOWN. If you're traveling through an area known for its high deer population, slow down and follow the posted speed limit. 
• Always wear a seatbelt. The most significant and severe injuries in deer-vehicle accidents usually result from failure to use a seat belt. 
• Engage your high-beams or bright-lights whenever the road is free of oncoming traffic at night. This will increase your visibility and give you more time to react.
• Keep a look out for eye shine along the roadside, and immediately slow your vehicle down. 

Deer Statistics 

• Deer breeding season usually runs from October through early January. This is the time when deer are heavily active and on the move. This is also when deer-vehicle collisions are at their peak.
• Even though deer may wander in and out of residential neighborhoods, they are most commonly found on the outskirts of town and in heavily wooded areas. 
• Deer are natural pack animal and are rarely found alone, thus, if you see one deer you can bet there is a another close by.

Encountering a Deer

• Never, EVER, swerve to avoid hitting a deer in the road. Stay the defensive driver and avoid veering into the opposite lane to avoid a collision. Swerving can lead to a collision with an oncoming vehicle, take you off the roadway and into a tree or ditch, and greatly increase your chance of severe injuries. 
• Deer are very unpredictable, even one who is calmly standing on the side of the road could jump in front of your vehicle for no reason. If you do see a deer, slow down and maintain control to allow the deer to cross the road or until you have successfully passed the deer completely. 
• If unfortunately you do collide with a deer (or any other large animal) call emergency services immediately if injuries are involved, or local police if no one is injured, but damage has been caused to your or someone else's property. 

If there is only one thing you take away from these tips on how to avoid hitting a deer on the road, let it be this: don't veer for deer. Also, remember to not approach the deer if you do indeed hit it because it could still be alive and your presence may startle it more. 

We hope you don't have any deer-vehicle collisions this fall, however, if you do, our Caro area certified service center will get your vehicle back on the road in no time at all!

At Graff Bay City, all of our consultants are friendly and knowledgeable, and will help you choose the best option for you at your local Caro area Chevy dealer! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway!

For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Graff Bay City Is Home To The 2015 Camaro 2SS And Camaro Z/28

BAY CITY, Mich. - When it comes to impressive muscle cars, no automaker makes 'em like Chevy does! There has been much (merited) hype over the 2016 Sixth-Gen Camaro that Chevy released in May, but the 2015 models can hold their own just the same, and two of those 2015 models can be found in Bay City. Graff Bay City is home to the 2015 Camaro 2SS and Camaro Z/28, two cars that carry a combined 931 horsepower.

Let's take a closer look at these two beauties, shall we? The 2015 Camaro Z/28 (seen above) is steeped in legend! With an MSRP of $76,850 this Camaro is the king of its class and demands respect. This one at Graff Bay City is an absolute dream, and can be purchased at a price as low as $68,526! This powerhouse of a car rolls in with 505-HP and a freighting 7.0-liter V8 engine with a 6-Speed Manual transmission. This car is ready for the racetrack, and sports a beautiful, Black exterior with a Satin Nickel finish fuel door that ads a little "pizazz" to the vehicle. Other quality features of the Z/28 include race-inspired leather front seats, stability control, security system, OnStar, Bluetooth, MPS compatibility and TONS of others! As previously stated, this is a car that is truly able to go straight from the dealership lot to the racetrack without upgrades, and is one of the only muscle cars that has that unique capability.

The second Camaro we are showcasing is the 2015 Camaro 2SS (shown above) that comes in a bit under the Z/28 with an MSRP of $40,545. However, do not believe for a second that this Camaro model doesn't have just as much power underneath the hood as other Camaros. The 2SS packs a nasty, 426 HP punch with about 410 lb-ft of torque coupled with a powerful, 6.2-liter Manual V8 engine. Other fantastic features include Brembo brakes, a sporty FE3 suspension, StabiliTrack, OnStar, Heated Seats, Bluetooth, leather seats, HID headlights and TONS of others. There is also a rumor floating around the auto-world that the 2SS lapped Germany's Nurburgring track in 8 minutes and 20 seconds, which puts the vehicle into the same class as the E46 BMW M3.

Graff Bay City is Home To The 2015 Camaro 2SS and Camaro Z/28 and trust us, these two dynamic vehicles are defintely one-of-a-kind! If you would like to get behind the wheel of the Camaro Z/28 or the Camaro 2SS, feel free to stop by your Bridgeport Area Chevy Dealer today! We have a beautiful inventory of the 2015 Camaro, including the 2LS, 1LT and 2LT! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Chevy Introduces The Active Phone Cooling System

BAY CITY, Mich. – We all know the feeling: You go to grab your cell phone only to immediately feel a scorching overheated battery due to music streaming, texting and a running GPS. Not only is it frustrating, but when your phone is overheating THAT much it also completely zaps your battery. This is where Chevy comes to the rescue!

Chevy introduces the Active Phone Cooling System into the brand new Chevy 2016 lineup. Engineers have come up with a way that your vehicle can cool your phone down for you, thus extending the life of your battery. Pretty cool, huh? We love how Chevy is thinking about ALL the details, even the smallest ones! Most smartphones have a built-in thermal heat protection already, but that feature can sometimes manually switch off the phone when it overheats, which is extremely inconvenient for those streaming music or using their GPS.

So, how does it work? Chevy introduces the Active Phone Cooling System by adding an air vent connected directly to the car's air-conditioning and ventilation system. The systems are directed into the storage bin where the phone will rest for wireless charging, and cool air will be sent to help lower the phone's temperature. The Active Phone Cooling system will only operate when the driver turns on the A/C system manually.

Over time, regular overheating can damage your smartphone permanently, especially the lithium ion batteries that power the phone. With the help of Chevy's engineers, overheated smartphones will be a thing of the past! This industry-first system will be introduced in the 2016 Chevy lineup, which will include the 2016 Impala, Malibu, Volt and Cruze models.

The 2016 Chevy lineup keeps getting more and more exciting! To learn more about Chevy's new models, stop by your St. Charles Area ChevyDealer today! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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2016 Chevy Equinox Will Come With A Slew Of New Updates And Features

BAY CITY, Mich. - Recently, Chevrolet has introduced a contemporary version of the popular crossover the Equinox. The 2016 Chevy Equinox will come with a slew of new updates and features that include new premium styling options, new wheel designs and available new safety features, as well as a larger color touchscreen radio and standard rear-vision camera for entry-level models.

The 2016 Equinox is expected to make its way to dealers this fall, and you can bet Graff Bay City will let you know once they arrive on the lot! The new trims include the L, LS, LT and LTZ and a complete streamlining of the model lineup eliminates the 1LT and 2LT trims entirely from the Equinox. The interior of the new Equinox has been cleaned up as well thanks to a revised instrument panel "center stack" with a storage capacity and a new control graphic setup greets the driver. The roomy interior seats five comfortably, with a General Motors exclusive MultiFlex sliding rear seat that offers 41.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat and 63.7 cubic feet with the rear seat folded down.

The 2016 Chevy Equinox will come with a slew of new updates and features, including Chevrolet MyLink, which comes standard on LT and LTZ models, and OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity and a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot offered on every trim level model. We are so excited to our first glance at the all-new 2016 Chevy Equinox, but until then feel free to stop by and check out our current 2015 Chevrolet Equinox lineup available at Graff Chevrolet Bay City! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help our community grow to become an even better place to call home! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Fun Things to Do in Caro, MI

BAY CITY, Mich. - At Hank Graff Chevrolet Bay City, we’re always looking for activities and events in our local community. Here’s a list of five fun things to do in Caro, MI, one of the many great towns near our Chevrolet dealership. If you’ve never been to Caro, take a trip to check out some of these fun activities. 

• If you’re into local history, you’ll love this: The Caro Roadhouse Museum features rotating exhibits related to the history of the Caro area. They even encourage local residents to suggest ideas for new exhibits. Check it out to learn something new about your community!

• We’re always up for a new hobby, and we’ve got one you probably haven’t tried! Check out Caro’s very own Ashcroft Studios and learn to paint your own china.

• What’s better than a county fair? The Tuscola County Fair is coming to Caro again this July, and we’re looking forward to bringing the whole family to the fairgrounds for all the great festivities. We hope to see you there!

• If there are two things we love here at Hank Graff Chevrolet Bay City, it’s cars and crafts! That’s why we plan on checking out the City of Caro’s 26^th annual Cars and Crafts fair this June. Join us for a weekend of cars, big rigs, and bikes, alongside some great handmade crafts.

• Experience a week of gingerbread-themed holiday fun every December! Caro’s Gingerbread Village celebrated its 9^th anniversary this past December, and we can’t wait for the food, activities, music, and of course the gingerbread house contest, to come to Caro again this year.

• Check out the latest movies while taking a step back into the 1920s at the historic art deco Caro Strand Theatre.

These are just a few of the great fun things to do in Caro, MI. If you have other ideas for fun and unique Caro area activities, share them with us on your favorite social network. If you’re looking for Chevy cars or trucks near Caro, MI, stop by your local Caro area Chevrolet dealer. Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help our community grow to become an even better place to call home! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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