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DETROIT – Chevrolet announced it is expanding its popular special edition models to include the Equinox and Traverse SUVs for 2017.
Equinox sales are up 8 percent and Traverse had its best month ever, with retail sales up 24 percent in the month of July as compact and midsize SUVs continue to be hot segments. Chevrolet retail crossover sales were up 20 percent in July for the best July ever.
The News
The Equinox Midnight and Sport Editions and Traverse Graphite Edition join the Trax Midnight Edition and a growing portfolio of Chevrolet special edition vehicles.
They have proven popular with customers, with special edition Chevy trucks selling up to three times faster than the average truck and to younger, more affluent buyers.
Product Details
The 2017 Equinox Midnight Edition is offered in Mosaic Black Metallic, while the Sport Edition is offered in Summit White. Both are offered on the LT model and require the available Convenience Package. Content for both includes:
The 2017 Traverse Graphite Edition is available exclusively on the 2LT model and its features include:
On Sale
Currently on sale at Ron Westphal Chevrolet
About the Equinox
The 2017 model features styling with premium accents, wheel designs and available safety features, as well as a large available color touchscreen radio and a standard rear-vision camera for entry-level models.
HERE’S THE STORY
Redesigned for 2017 and priced from $21,895, the Chevrolet Trax packages premium features at an exceptional price. The 2017 Trax boasts a new athletic, contemporary design inside and out with remarkable cargo versatility, while offering a host of new available safety features and a new infotainment system — with available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The Trax reinforces Chevrolet’s commitment to offering the latest technology at an entry level in the fastest-growing segment in the industry.
The Trax lineup in North America is offered in LS, LT and Premier trims.
PRICE
Starting at $21,895 MSRP, including $895 destination fee
(Excluding tax, title, license and dealer fees)
Trim | Drivetrain | Price |
LS | FWD | $21,895 |
LT | FWD | $23,795 |
Premier | FWD | $26,995 |
LS | AWD | $23,395 |
LT | AWD | $25,295 |
Premier | AWD | $28,495 |
ON SALE
Fall 2016 Available for Order NOW. Call our Customer Care Team at 630-898-9630 to place your 2017 Trax order. Visit us online!
QUOTABLE
“The 2017 Chevy Trax offers advanced technology, premium features and comprehensive safety in a small SUV package,” said Steve Majoros, director of marketing, Chevrolet Cars and Crossovers. “The Trax is positioned to deliver exactly what our customers want: the latest technologies in the fastest-growing segment in the industry.”
NEW FOR 2017
FAST FACTS
good through July 31st, 2016. See/drive this awesome truck in person at Ron Westphal Chevy.
The 2016 Z71 Trail Boss builds on the fit and functionality of the 2015 version. Bold and trail-ready, the new Z71 Trail Boss features Black 17-inch wheels wrapped in aggressive Goodyear DuraTrac® tires and a new sport bar with LED lighting, meaning that your adventures don’t need to end at sundown.
Summit Day. This is the story of one incredible group of active duty and veteran soldiers and their goal to climb Everest. Their mission is to raise awareness around the important issue of veteran mental health. Chevrolet is proud to support them as they continue to reach new heights.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmI2d0V4EhY
Directed by Jason Reid
Cinematography by Dave Ohlson
Learn more about the Chevrolet Military Discount at www.chevysalutes.com.
Learn more about Team USX and their mission at https://www.facebook.com/TeamUSX/
Follow the conversation on Twitter using #ChevySalutes
DETROIT – General Motors (NYSE: GM) continued to grow its retail sales and market share in February, a trend that began April 2015. Since then, retail deliveries have been up every month compared to a year ago, and retail market share has been up in 10 of 12 months. February retail deliveries totaled 179,958 units, up 7 percent. GM’s estimated retail share is up 0.4 percentage points.
The Chevrolet brand remained the industry’s fastest-growing full line brand in February, with retail deliveries climbing 13 percent compared to a year ago. Estimated retail share is up 1 percentage point on a year-over-year basis. In addition, Cadillac retail deliveries were up 4 percent.
“Our strategy is simple: grow profitable retail share while maintaining discipline with inventory levels and incentive spending, while reducing rental deliveries,” said Kurt McNeil, GM’s U.S. vice president of sales operations.
Due to a planned reduction in rental deliveries, GM’s total sales of 227,825 were down slightly year over year. GM reduced daily rental deliveries by about 16,500 units, or 39 percent in February. GM grew its Commercial business in February for the 28th consecutive month.
GM expects to operate with about a 70-days supply of vehicles throughout the year in most months, with some months higher or lower. February month-end inventories were at a 67-days supply. GM continues to grow retail market share with incentives below domestic companies and other key competitors.
As a result of lower rental deliveries, GM expects its fleet mix in 2016 to be about 20 percent of total sales, compared with a historical range of 22 to 24 percent. In 2015, GM reduced rental deliveries by about 50,000 units compared to 2014. In the first two months of 2016, rental deliveries are down about 30,000 units, compared to a year ago.
“The redesign of our full-size pickups and SUVs, and the smart bets we made to enter the small crossover and mid-size pickup segments with vehicles like the Chevrolet Trax and Colorado couldn’t have been timed better,” McNeil said. “The economy is growing, Millennials are becoming a major force in the market and we’re doing everything we can to meet retail demand, including increased production of mid-size pickups and investing in additional V8 engine capacity.”
Millennials (customers under age 34) now buy more new vehicles than any generation besides Baby Boomers, and they account for 20 percent of GM sales, up from 5 percent in 2010.
GM’s products plans are tailored to these generational shifts. Redesigned vehicles launching in 2016, including Chevrolet Cruze, Volt, Camaro, Malibu and Trax. At the same time, Buick is expanding its portfolio with the Cascada convertible and Envision crossover, GMC is launching an all-new Acadia crossover, and Cadillac is launching the all-new CT6 prestige sedan and XT5 crossover.
“We continue to be optimistic about the continued strength of the U.S. economy,” said Mustafa Mohatarem, GM’s chief economist. “Employment remains strong, interest rates remain at historically low levels and gas prices are stable, so we expect auto sales to remain strong for the foreseeable future.”
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