A Buyer’s Guide to the 2022 Chevy Equinox
Chevy Equinox. Say it out loud and listen to the way it rolls off your tongue. It’s a beautiful name, right? Even better, the 2022 Chevy Equinox is a beautiful SUV. It’s the perfect size for a family of five, and it has all the bells and whistles you could want in a vehicle. You’ll love the way it looks, drives, and handles.
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3 Favorite Features of the 2022 Chevy Trax
Since it was first released back in 2013, the Chevrolet Trax has become a staple of Chevy’s range. Bringing all the power and comfort of an SUV but in a compact size, the car was a huge success, and every generation has brought new features and innovations that have kept it fresh in a modern and ever-changing world. Now there’s a new 2022 Chevy Trax, and it comes with tons of impressive features.
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There are plenty of well-loved dishes here in the Detroit, MI area, but not many can match the all-American burger when it comes to mouthwatering flavor. But where should you go in and around our city if you want to sink your teeth into the best burgers around? Take a drive in your Chevy Equinox to these local pizza joints and bring home a meal that is sure to please everybody.
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Motor City has endless coffee shops serving yummy coffee in every neighborhood. Driving your Chevrolet Spark to the different Detroit, MI neighborhoods to experience the unique flavors of coffee at each spot is actually a practical idea and a fun way to spend the day since this awesome vehicle is so fuel-efficient. Whether you like it hot or cold, fluffy or foamy or sweet or bold, don’t wait to head out to these local favorites for some of the city’s best coffee.
3 Signs Your Chevy Needs an Alternator Repair
Your Chevy’s alternator produces the electrical power that runs the various components in your car. The power that’s generated is also used to recharge your car’s battery. The alternator can, however, suffer damage or failure. If the alternator fails, your car will lose its power generator, and the battery will fail soon afterward. If you need an alternator repair, your Chevy dealer can help you.
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Are you craving a delicious quesadilla, burrito, or a sizzling plate of fajitas? You’ll find some of the best Mexican food in Detroit, whether you’re looking for a tasty plate of tacos or a full-course meal with delicious toppings and fantastic flavor. Detroit offers an excellent variety of restaurants, including great Mexican eateries for any occasion.
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Your car’s engine is a hot place. Without a cooling system, your engine would overheat. When the temperature gets too high, coolant is pumped through the cooling system. This liquid absorbs the dangerous heat in your engine and transfers it to the radiator, where it’s cooled. A good radiator is essential for controlling your engine’s temperature. Mechanical parts can get damaged, and you may need a radiator repair. As your Chevy dealer, our technicians are here to help you.
Broken Thermal Switch
When the hot coolant enters your radiator, it passes into a series of thin fin-like tubes. Air flows through the radiator grille, where it blows over the tubes. The flow of cool air removes the heat from the coolant. Once the coolant has cooled enough, it flows out of the radiator and is cycled back through the cooling system. When you’re stuck in gridlock, or in any situation where your engine is running, but your car isn’t moving, airflow through the grill is very limited. Your radiator has a fan for that eventuality.
The radiator has a fan attached behind it. This fan switches on when the temperature from the coolant in the tubes rises. This fan blows across the tubes from behind and pushes the hot air out through the grille. The thermal switch controls the fan. If this switch breaks, the fan won’t activate. The coolant in the tubes will get hotter, and your engine can overheat. We can’t repair a damaged fan we would have to replace the radiator.
Damaged Water Pump
The water pump’s purpose is to pump the coolant through the cooling system. When the engine temperature rises over 180F, coolant is released into the system. A signal is sent to the pump, which then pushes the coolant through the cooling system. If the water pump is damaged, the coolant will still be released, but it won’t go anywhere.
Without a working pump, the coolant won’t be about to absorb the heat and take it to the radiator for cooling. If the heat that’s already present in your engine isn’t removed, its presence will cause the temperature to rise even further. Our technicians will test the pump and replace it with a new OEM one if it’s damaged.
Leaking Coolant
Coolant is pink, yellow, or green, and it’s a mix of antifreeze and water. As we’ve seen, this liquid absorbs the heat from the engine and then transports it to the radiator for cooling. A cooling leak will reduce the pressure in the system, and it will also increase the engine temperature. Your engine will get hotter the more coolant is lost.
Fortunately, the coolant is easy to see due to its color. If you see any of this liquid under your car, it’s time to come in and have your radiator checked.
If your engine’s temperature seems to be rising for no apparent reason, call us immediately at James Martin Chevrolet Detroit.
We love a good meal here in Detroit, MI, which is why so many great restaurants open in our city to bring all different kinds of cooking styles to hungry locals. That includes some of the best Indian food in the whole country. Here are the top five Indian restaurants in our area that you need to try.
1. Charminar Biryani House
The thinking behind the great dishes at Charminar Biryani House is simple: fresh ingredients make for tasty meals. They use the best ingredients to create dishes of exceptional quality while also keeping the price reasonable so you don’t have to overspend to get a five-star meal. One absolute treat on the menu here that you won’t want to miss out on are the crispy and spicy samosas, served with dipping sauce to further enhance the flavor.
2. Midnight Temple
With a modern take on the traditional Indian cuisine you know and love, Midnight Temple offers you something truly unique to treat your senses to. There’s something for everybody on the menu here, including plenty of vegan options, so you are certain to find something that you like. The dish that really spoke to us was the chicken Manchurian, with tender chicken, bell peppers, and onions all mingling together in a sweet, hot, and sour sauce.
3. Small World Kitchen
Cuisines from all across the world are brought together under one roof at Small World Kitchen, letting you take your tastebuds on a global tour. Everything from Italian to Middle Eastern cuisine can be sampled here, but it was the Indian dishes that really blew us away. Try out the lamb biryani, which comes served with a refreshing cucumber raita, to get a dish that will give you the best of what this unique cooking style has to offer.
4. Bonoful Sweets and Cafe
An insistence on using only the highest-quality ingredients helps the food you enjoy at Bonoful Sweets and Cafe stand out from the crowd. That commitment to quality shows through in dishes like their selection of different curries, with the fish curry being our personal favorite. Try some golab jam after your meal to have dessert done the traditional Indian way and to make your experience here a sweet one.
5. Detroit Masala
From the moment you take your first bite of the terrific food at Detroit Masala, you’ll immediately understand why this is one of the top spots in the city for lovers of traditional Indian dishes. Begin your meal here with some fresh-baked garlic naan, which makes the perfect zesty snack to share with your table. We had to try the chicken tikka masala this place took its name from, and we’re glad to say this flavorful dish didn’t disappoint.
Each one of these restaurants treated us to exceptional service that helped make the great food they serve taste even better. We’re committed to showing that same level of service at our dealership. Come see us at James Martin Chevrolet today!
The 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 is a roaring beast on the road because of its powerful and outstanding features. This heavy-duty truck allows you to connect to the world at large on the go with numerous wireless amenities. With robust powertrain options, efficient safety technology, and loads of user-friendly features, this is a top choice truck for many. Read on to understand why it will have you begging for a test drive.
1. Well-Crafted Exterior
The 2022 Silverado 2500’s exterior look can satisfy even the most attention-craving drivers on the road. It presents a smooth and sinister body frame that slides elegantly off its enormous forepart grille, intersected by a vast horizontal bar with an engraving of the manufacturer’s initials. The three-body designs available, including the Double, Regular, and Crew Cab, depict nothing short of brilliance.
The new Silverado 2500 also offers nine unique and spectacular shades for drivers to choose from. Besides the classic colors such as greenstone metallic and red hot, you get other exciting hues such as summit white, tangier orange, silver ice metallic, and many more.
2. Fierce Performance
Just from a quick look, you certainly can tell that the new Silverado 2500 is going to be a joy to drive. Under the hood of all trims, you’ll find a 6.6-liter gas V-8 producing 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque for a rear-wheel-drive or available four-wheel-drive, by use of a 6-speed automatic transmission.
If you’d wish for something that packs even more of a punch, then you should opt for the V-8 Duramax turbodiesel that delivers a masculine 445 horsepower and 910 pound-feet of torque. It operates with a 10-speed Allison automatic, ideal for handling even the most challenging roads.
3. Superior Driver-Assist Technology
The new Silverado 2500 is well equipped with a plethora of driver-aid features to boost your confidence while on the road. They include a blind-spot warning with a rear cross-traffic alert that cautions you if it senses a vehicle in your blind spot and also guides you while moving from a parking scene. The automatic emergency braking detects a possible collision with other cars and warns the driver with a cue sound.
Other key features are lane-departure alert, a rearview camera with Hitch Guidance, auto-high beam headlights, and fore and rear parking sensors that help keep drivers and passengers safe while on the road.
4. High-Tech Connectivity and Entertainment System
The new Silverado’s connectivity and infotainment features work hard to ensure your trips are enjoyable and relaxing. Its cutting-edge technology features a standard touchscreen infotainment display integrated with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
The Work Truck and Custom trim levels have a seven-inch touchscreen, while the LT trims and others are fitted with an eight-inch screen. Except for the Base Work, all trim levels are incorporated with a 6-speaker system, while the LTZ trim option upgrades you to an HD radio and SiriusXM.
Get to Know the 2022 Chevy Equinox
If you want a small SUV with plenty of style, the 2022 Chevy Equinox is a great pick. The Equinox boasts a comfortable ride with a roomy cabin, advanced safety features, and the latest technology. After a major facelift for 2022, the Equinox has even more great features to talk about.
Get to Know the 2022 Chevy Equinox
Overview
The Equinox offers four trims: LS, LT, RS, and Premier. The majority of luxury features are found on the higher trim levels, although the lower trims do offer some extra features as options. The convenience package allows you to purchase a 4.2-inch color driver’s display, eight-way adjustable power driver’s seat with lumbar support, and tinted rear glass.
New for 2022
The Equinox has updated exterior styling for 2022. With new front and rear fascias, the Equinox has new LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a new grille design. You can also get a new RS trim for a sportier look, with black wheels, blacked-out trim, and a black interior with red stitching.
Here are a few additional features that are new for 2022:
- New interior trims on all LS and LT models
- Heated, power-adjustable outside mirrors
- Available Front and Rear Park Assist and Automatic Parking Assist
- New exterior colors: Iron Gray Metallic, Seaglass Blue Metallic, Blue Glow Metallic, and Cherry Red Tintcoat
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
Performance
The Equinox is fun to drive with smooth handling and good fuel economy. Its turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine (170 horsepower, 203 lb-ft of torque) gives you enough power to get around town, and optional all-wheel-drive lets you handle all kinds of weather.
The small engine Equinox stands apart with its excellent fuel economy. With FWD, the EPA estimates you will get 26 MPG in the city, 31 MPG on the highways. If you opt for AWD, your mpg drops to 25 city and 30 highway.
Interior
The Equinox seats five comfortably with great support for long drives. The cabin is roomy, with plenty of passenger seating and lots of space between rows.
The trunk volume totals 29.9 cu ft. with 63.9 cu ft of cargo space with the rear seats folded down. There’s also a large center console storage bin to house your small items.
Infotainment
Want great entertainment? Then you won’t be disappointed with Equinox’s infotainment system and its easy-to-use touchscreen. The LS, LT, and RS sport a 7-inch screen, while the 8-in.-diameter screen is standard on Premier. Built-in navigation is also available on LT, RS, and Premier.
Don’t worry about losing your internet connection and purchase the available WiFi hotspot. If you opt for the Premier model, you’ll also have a wireless charging pad and a 120 Volt outlet!
Safety
The Equinox offers a complete lineup of safety features with Chevy Safety Assist. These driver-assist features are now standard and include Automatic Emergency Braking, Following Distance Indicator, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, and Lane Keep Assist.
