The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Brings Home Engine Award

MT. PLEASANT, Mich -- The Silverado's 6.2L V-8, packs a big engine into a big truck, and it's gaining street credentials from consumers and critics alike. The engine just recently brought in a 2019 Wards Best Engines Award, putting the Silverado name next to legends like the Ford Mustang, Ram 1500, BMW X5 and more! 

The 6.2L V-8's secret is a mixture of 420 HP along with industry-leading dynamic fuel management, which saves on fuel yet doesn't sacrifice performance. This marvel exemplifies how modern engineers continue to find ways to improve efficiency without giving something up in return. DFM determines 80 times per second exactly how many cylinders require fuel to meet power demands, and uses only two to propel the vehicle down the highway. The most stunning part? The cylinder deactivation is so seamless the only thing you notice is less stops at the pump. 

Chevrolet first introduced efforts to save on fuel while boosting power with the Active Fuel Management system back in 2005. This approach alternated between 8 and 4 cylinder modes, while DFM currently features 17 cylinder patterns. The 6.2L V-8 and the 5.3L V-8 are the first available V-8s with Dynamic Fuel Management. The 6.2L is manufactured at GM's Tonawanda engine plant in New York and is SAE-certified at 420 HP, 460 lb of torque and paired with a Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission. 

Do you need the beastly 2019 Silverado engine in your life? Because we sure do. 

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Coach Receives First Chevy Cares Award at 2018 World Series

MT. PLEASANT, Mich -- The official vehicle of Major League baseball and the automotive sponsor of America's PLAY BALL initiative, Chevrolet has been encouraging communities to rally at the ball game since 2006. Last week, the Chevy Youth Baseball program presented their inaugural Chevy Cares award during a special, on-field ceremony at the World Series. 

The award was initiated by Chevrolet to shine a spotlight on those who dedicate their lives to train and invest in youth baseball programs in their hometown. This year's recipient, Mike Van Cleave, who was nominated by his local Chevy dealership, has dedicated over 45 years of mentorship to the young athletes of San Diego. At the age of 8, he joined the Clairemont Hilltoppers, and throughout the years has served as their coach, umpire, and board member. Today, his responsibilities for the team include uniforms and equipment, field maintenance, scheduling, and fundraising. 

Paul Edwards, U.S. Vice President of Chevrolet Marketing said "Mike goes above and beyond in his selfless dedication to youth baseball and the children on his team and in his community - His commitment and values are the same that drive all of us at Chevrolet every day to put our customers first and contribute in a meaningful way to the communities where we live and work." 

Congratulations from all of us, Mike. We appreciate your years of service to America's young athletes. Enjoy that Traverse! 

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.