Teen Driver Technology Now Offered in 10 Chevrolet Vehicles

BAY CITY, Mich. – Chevrolet conducted a study asking parents what they worry about most when it comes to their teen. Driving without adult supervision became the top answer among the parents surveyed, ranking in at 55%. Chevy understands the worries parents have when their child gets behind the wheel, which is why Teen Driver technology is now offered in 10 Chevrolet vehicles for 2017. Continue reading to learn the various features of the Teen Driver technology, and see how you can test drive a new 2017 vehicle with Graff Bay City!

The Teen Driver technology was specially designed to support safe driving practices for new drivers. It is made to limit distractions, such as loud music from the radio, and aims to instill safe driving habits, like putting on a seat belt. With Teen Driver technology parents can also preset speed limits that will warn their teen if they go over the limit.

Now that Teen Driver technology is offered in 10 Chevrolet vehicles, more families can take advantage of this one-of-a-kind safety feature. Other Teen Driver capabilities include:

• Lane Keep Assist
• Front and Rear Park Assist
• Forward Collision Alert
• Side Blind Zone Alert
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Forward and Rear Automatic Braking
• Stability and Traction Control
• Front Pedestrian Braking
• Rear Automatic Braking

The new 2017 models that will feature Teen Driver technology include the Chevrolet Bolt EV, Colorado, Cruze, Camaro, Malibu, Suburban, Tahoe, Volt, Silverado, and Silverado HD. These new models will also include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibilities as part of Chevrolet MyLink technology. Chevrolet MyLink provides a more personalized driving experience with the ability to connect with your mobile devices, giving you access to apps like Pandora or phone features like text message alerts. Chevy MyLink also provides turn-by-turn navigation with OnStar, and lets you listen to the music you love with SiriusXM radio.

For an up close and personal experience with Teen Driver technology, stop by our Graff Bay City dealership today and hop in the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The 2016 Chevy Malibu comes with all new vehicle safety and entertainment technologies including Teen Driver and Chevrolet MyLink. Our team of experts can help answer your questions about how these vehicle technologies will benefit your driving at every turn. You can easily schedule a test drive online, or by giving us a call at (989) 684-4411. We would be happy to help you find a vehicle that will keep you and your teen save on the road.

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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How To Use Chevrolet Collision Alert in the 2014 Silverado

BAY CITY, Mich. – Today's Chevrolet lineup offers top of the line safety protection thanks to recent advances in technology that allow vehicles to stay one step ahead. While you know what basic safety systems, like airbags, do to keep you safe, are you confused when it comes to new additions like collision alert, side blind zone alert, or lane departure warning? Well we're here to help and today we are going to show you How To Use Chevrolet Collision Alert in the 2014 Silverado!

The good news is that these new safety systems are designed to protect you every time you hit the road. Specifically, Chevrolet's Forward Collision Alert feature works to prevent any possible collisions with the vehicle in front of you. By continually monitoring how close your vehicle is to the cars or trucks in front of you, Forward Collision Alert can step in and alert you with visual and audible signals if closing speeds detect a potential collision. With this feature, you can utilize the buttons on your steering wheel to set at what distance you want your vehicle to notify you of any danger – you can choose one of three distances, from closest to farther away.

Watch as we demonstrate How To Use Chevrolet Collision Alert in the 2014 Silverado [VIDEO]:



Chevrolet's Forward Collision Alert feature is available on more than just the Silverado, so make sure to ask if it is available on your vehicle. But with winter coming, if you like what this Chevy truck has to offer, make sure to take a look at the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Brochure! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help you find the perfect car, truck, or SUV for your needs! 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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IIHS Names 3 Chevrolets to Recommended Used Vehicles for Teens

BAY CITY, Mich. – A recent survey of parents by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety revealed that many teens drive older vehicles and more than half of the parent's young drivers drove a vehicle that was a 2006 model year or earlier. You're probably thinking what's the big deal about teenagers driving used cars? Well, many of those vehicles lack the important safety features and technologies that work to keep us, and especially new drivers, safe.

Worry not! For the first time ever, the IIHS released their Recommended Used Vehicles for Teen Drivers, and included three Chevrolets! Making the IIHS' Best Choices (under $20,000) list, the Chevy Malibu, Chevy Equinox, and Chevy Traverse all earned Good ratings in the IIHS moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraint tests; at least four out of five stars in federal government crash tests; and offer standard stability control to help avoid rollover crashes. So if your young driver is hitting the road soon and a brand new vehicle isn't realistic, check out these three Chevrolets on IIHS' List of Recommended Used Vehicles for Teens.

However, while a safe vehicle can help to protect your child, another important factor to remember when they get behind the wheel is behavior. A $2-million GM Foundation grant funded a recent Safe Kids Worldwide report which revealed some shocking statistics. It was found that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death to teens between the ages of 13 and 19, and of those who died, half were not wearing their seat belts!

It can be a stressful time when you child becomes old enough to drive, but with safe vehicles and great training, we can keep our teens safe! If you need help finding a vehicle that will protect your young driver, we are here to help! 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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New 2015 Chevy Colorado Child Safety Seat Feature

BAY CITY, Mich. – Redefining the midsize truck segment, the all-new Chevrolet Colorado will hit the road and rubble this Fall! But it's not just performance and capability that the Colorado is bringing to the midsize segment. It's taking safety to the next level with the 2015 Chevy Colorado's segment-first child safety seat feature that will better protect your little ones!

While the new truck is equipped with many safety-related firsts for its segment, the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado's patent-pending child safety seat feature is like nothing you have seen before. It's no question that you want to make sure your children are safe when you buckle them into their booster seats, but since manufacturers recommend having at least 80% of that seat base on the seat cushion for optimum protection, that can be hard in extended-cab midsize trucks due to the small rear jump seat. But with Chevy's new safety solution, you won't have to worry one bit! The patent-pending feature allows the rear seat headrest to be removed and inserted into the base of the seat horizontally, making the seat cushion larger and providing additional support to the booster seat.

WATCH: 2015 Chevy Colorado Safety Seat Feature Demonstration


Chevrolet's new segment-first child safety seat feature coupled with the truck's Driver Alert Package which includes forward collision alert and lane departure warning, will provide you with peace of mind that your passengers are protected when you hit the road in the new Colorado.

If you can't wait until Fall to get a new vehicle, you can enjoy some of the same advanced safety features among the automaker's current lineup! Come see us today and we can help you find a vehicle for your needs. Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find just the convertible for your needs! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our websites: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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