Downloadable 2017 Chevrolet Volt Brochure

DURAND, Mich., – The 2017 Chevrolet Volt has arrived and it’s turning heads with its redesigned style. Efficient and eco-friendly as ever, read the downloadable 2017 Chevrolet Volt electronic brochure for more details.

Downloadable 2017 Chevrolet Volt Brochure

Find New Roads in Chevy’s award winning hybrid vehicle. Efficient doesn’t even begin to cover it. With up to 53 pure electric miles, your Chevy Volt will take you further. The Volt is expected to travel 1,000 miles between fill-ups!

Available in two trim levels, you don’t have to sacrifice looks for efficiency. Precision design and expertly crafted exterior details mean you can go further and look great doing it. The interior of the Volt was designed to keep your stuff organized and leave plenty of room for passengers. No compromises here, you can have everything you want with the 2017 Chevy Volt

For more details be sure to read the downloadable 2017 Chevrolet Volt Brochure. You can see photos, features, and performance specifications all with the click of a button.

At Graff Chevrolet in Durand, we want to provide you with the utmost care and service. Head over to the dealership to check out our Chevrolet inventory, and let one of our sales professionals put you in the perfect vehicle. Located at 9009 East Lansing Road in Durand, MI 48429, we want to revolutionize the car buying experience. We strive to bring the customer satisfaction you want, and the transparency you need. Contact us at (989) 288-2657 or head over to our website at www.GraffChevyDurand.com! We are proud to serve Durand and the surrounding communities of Owosso, Flint, Genesse Charter Township, Swartz Creek, and Corunna.

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Chevrolet Announces the Sale of 100,000 Volts

DURAND, Mich., – Chevrolet announces the sale of 100,000 Volts in the US, making it the first model to reach this marker for plug-in vehicles. Steve Majoros, the director of marketing for Chevrolet Cars and Crossovers says this makes the Volt “mainstream,” the first of Chevy plug-in vehicles to become popular, this sets the standard for future Chevy plug-in vehicles.

The second generation Chevy Volt offers 106 mpg-e and 42 mpg, making for a combined range of 1,000 miles between fill ups. Since the Volts have been on the road, owners have driven a combined 1.5 billion miles in EV mode, saving 58 million gallons of fuel.

As well as the impact on fuel consumption, the Chevrolet Volt also offers the same convenient features that all new Chevy models offer through Chevrolet MyLink. Features include smartphone connectivity, Apply CarPlay and Android Auto, OnStar 4G LTE connection, and more infotainment options than ever.

As Chevrolet announces the sale of 100,000 Volts in the US, Graff Chevrolet Durand is happy to offer the 2017 Chevrolet Volt Electronic Brochure, available for download here. The brochure provides tons of information about the Volt and its performance, as well as photos and vehicle specifications.

Come see us at 9009 East Lansing Road in Durand, MI 48429. Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand is revolutionizing the car buying experience. We provide all the transparency and customer service you need, while simultaneously making your purchase experience fun! For any questions contact us at (989) 288-2657 or visit our website at www.GraffChevyDurand.com! We proudly serve Durand, as well as the surrounding communities of Owosso, Flint, Genesse Charter Township, Swartz Creek, and others.

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2016 Chevrolet Volt Achieves Impressive Fuel Economy

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DURAND, Mich.– Are you still a skeptic when it comes to electric vehicle technology? We understand your apprehension about the dependability of an electric system as opposed to sticking with the traditional gasoline engine, but the 2016 Chevrolet Volt achieves impressive fuel economy that could change your mind.

Here’s why you should love the Volt: You can drive it 53 miles on pure electricity, up 15 miles from the current Volt, but even more convincing is the Volt achieves 106 miles per gallon electric when you combine the electric drive modes and gasoline operation. On top of that, you get 42 mpg without using the electric drive modes, so either way you’re getting amazing gas mileage.

Right now, Volt owners drive on the vehicle's battery 80 percent of the time. Chevrolet expects that number to increase to 90 percent with the 2016 Volt, and projects it will be capable of traveling 1,000 miles before needing a gas fill-up.

Those are some hefty claims, but the new Volt’s 246-pound weight loss and a new, more efficient 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine definitely play into the improved mpg specifications. Comparatively, the new Volt gets 106 mpg combined to the current Volt’s 37 mpg combined­ –– that’s a serious upgrade.

The caveat is you’ll end up paying $33,995 for the new Volt, which is more than the current model. However, it seems completely worth it when the 2016 Chevrolet Volt achieves impressive fuel economy, plus the price really isn’t too steep considering how much other comparable sedans cost. You can order yours sometime between late August and fall 2015 at our Clio area Chevy dealer where we also have plenty of certified pre-owned cars and trucks.

Located at 9009 East Lansing Road Durand, MI 48429, Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand is revolutionizing the car buying experience. We provide all the transparency and customer service you need, while simultaneously making your purchase experience fun! Learn more about Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand, or for any questions contact us at (989) 288-2657 or visit our website at www.GraffChevyDurand.com!

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Recycled Chevy Volt Batteries Help Power Facilities

DURAND, Mich.– As a result of Chevy's innovative spirit, recycled Chevy Volt batteries help power facilities such as the GM Enterprise Data Center at its Milford Proving Ground, the newest GM IT building.

In conjunction with a 74-killowatt ground-mount solar array and two 2kW wind turbines, five used Chevy Volt batteries help generate 100Mwh annually for the new IT building, which is an amount equal to the energy usage of 12 households.

This isn’t the first time Chevy has taken a step in a greener direction. Volt batteries that are no longer useful under the hood have also been repurposed as bat houses and nesting boxes for endangered duck species.

So how do recycled Chevy Volt batteries help power facilities like the new IT building? The Volt usually gets power from a band of energy in the battery pack and leaves behind plenty of juice for stationary use. The leftover juice alone isn’t very useful to a Volt, but it can provide plenty of beneficial energy to a building.

Repurposed Volt batteries are also sustainable, as they can store unneeded energy and send excess energy back to a grid that supplies the Milford campus. The batteries also provide backup energy to the IT building in the case of a power outage.

Chevy’s innovative nature has propelled it to a level of environmental awareness that most other automakers have yet to reach. Taking charge of their energy usage and finding a creative way to mitigate wastefulness has earned the new IT building the LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

Hopefully other automakers find similar ways to cut down on energy usage through innovative decisions like Chevy’s. But when it comes to going green, it’s unlikely that any other automaker will surpass the achievements Chevy has made. All you have to do is take a look at the energy efficiency of the New Chevy Cars and New Chevy Trucks at your Genesee County Area Chevrolet Dealer to see what we mean!

Located at 9009 East Lansing Road Durand, MI 48429, Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand is revolutionizing the car buying experience. We provide all the transparency and customer service you need, while simultaneously making your purchase experience fun! Learn more about Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand, or for any questions contact us at (989) 288-2657 or visit our website at www.GraffChevyDurand.com!

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Disney's "Tomorrowland" to Feature 2016 Chevrolet Volt

DURAND, Mich. -Two massive companies are bringing their hopes of innovation and ingenuity for tomorrow together onto the big screen. Hitting theaters on May 22nd is Disney's "Tomorrowland" which will feature the all-new 2016 Chevrolet Volt and EN-V concept vehicle!

Disney's "Tomorrowland" is an exciting mystery-adventure about a jaded scientist and a hopeful teenager who set out on a mission to unearth the secrets of an mysterious place in space and time. Considering Chevrolet's optimistic spirit and their devotion to innovation, this partnership was a match made in movie heaven. A variety of television spots and digital advertisements for the film are set to debut in early May and will be the initial kick off for the marketing of the all-new Chevrolet Volt. 

Disney's "Tomorrowland" featuring the 2016 Chevrolet Volt is not the first collaboration between the two companies. In December of 2012, a reinvented attraction by the name of "Test Track by Chevrolet" opened in the Epcot theme park located in Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Test Track allows riders to have an inside-the-studio look at the automotive design process and encourages them to create designs of their own while waiting for their turn to take a test drive. 

Don't miss the 2016 Chevrolet Volt's movie debut in Disney's "Tomorrowland"on May 22nd!

Set out on an adventure of your own in a brand new Chevy from your local Chevrolet Dealership serving Swartz Creek, MI! Located at 9009 East Lansing Road Durand, MI 48429, Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand is revolutionizing the car buying experience. We provide all the transparency and customer service you need, while simultaneously making your purchase experience fun! Learn more about Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand, or for any questions contact us at (989) 288-2657 or visit our website at www.GraffChevyDurand.com!

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Meet the 2016 Chevrolet Volt

DURAND, Mich. - There is a lot of talk about the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show that is going on right now in Las Vegas. While several automakers are demonstrating their up and coming technologies, Chevrolet decided to take things one step further.

Meet the 2016 Chevrolet Volt, the next-generation plug-in hybrid that has been the talk of the 2015 CES. The 2016 Chevy Volt won't be making its official debut until the North American International Auto Show next week, but it did roll onto the stage at CES for a quick 1-minute introduction. Chevrolet did not provide any new details about the Volt.

What we do know is that the 2016 Chevrolet Volt is sporting a new futuristic, angular look. Chevrolet altered the Volt's front fascia, did away with its original symmetrical dual-port "grille" to give the car a more bias look, and added LED daylamps to the fascia. Chevrolet knew just how to keep attendees wanting more as kept the rear of the 2016 covered and out of sight. 

One of the most important features of the Volt is its fuel-efficiency and battery range capability. The 2016 Chevy Volt is expected to be improved by 5-12% depending on temperature and driving habits. Although this isn't a huge jump, Chevy drivers sure will love the price of the all-new Volt, which is expected to hit just below the $30,000 mark! 

The 2015 North American International Auto Show is just around the corner, so stay tuned for more details about the 2016 Chevrolet Volt from Graff Chevy Durand! Located at 9009 East Lansing Road Durand, MI 48429, Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand is revolutionizing the car buying experience. We provide all the transparency and customer service you need, while simultaneously making your purchase experience fun! Learn more about Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand, or for any questions contact us at (989) 288-2657 or visit our website at www.GraffChevyDurand.com!

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The Secrets Behind Camouflaging the 2016 Chevy Volt

DURAND, Mich - Keeping one of the automotive industry's best-kept secrets is no easy task. Chevrolet has their work cut out for them as they work to mask the 2016 Chevy Volt's identity until it is ready for its debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January. Ever wondered what exactly the secrets behind camouflaging the 2016 Chevy Volt are? 

Well, firstly it is in the laps of Chevy engineers, not the designers, to create a camouflage that will maintain the secret of the Volt's styling and still allow for proper validation of its systems. It is a difficult balance, finding a way to cover more of the vehicle without compromising the results of the vehicle's development tests.

Although some of the "cool" designs Chevy engineers use for camouflage do earn some style points, the method to their madness is strictly focused on hiding the vehicle. Developing the perfect camouflage started six months in advance of early development. Here are some of the secrets behind camouflaging the 2016 Chevy Volt:

• Black and white patterns act as the perfect color scheme, creating a shadow that hides the vehicle's design elements.
• A 3D layering method can throw off onlookers, but much be applied carefully as to not interrupt the airflow around the Volt.
• Engineers have discovered that swirl patterns work better than the traditional grid pattern when it comes to realigning pieces of the vehicle.
• Bubble wrap is a light-weight, easily attachable camouflage material that can easily confuse all of those snooping Chevy lovers.

Interested in learning more about what the Chevy Volt has to offer? Visit us at Graff Chevy Durand! Located at 9009 East Lansing Road Durand, MI 48429, Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand is revolutionizing the car buying experience. We provide all the transparency and customer service you need, while simultaneously making your purchase experience fun! Learn more about Hank Graff Chevrolet Durand, or for any questions contact us at (989) 288-2657 or visit our website at www.GraffChevyDurand.com!

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