Taking the Chevrolet Traverse Off the Road

If you love adventures, the Chevrolet Traverse performance configuration allows you to drive off the road with great ease. The mid-size SUV offers the comfort of a full-size SUV, yet drives like a small car. It draws power from a 3.6L V6 engine that makes 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, the vehicle can pull 5,000 pounds in tow.

Chevrolet matched the engine with a nine-speed automatic transmission that smoothly sends power to either the front wheels on a standard system or all the wheels in the available AWD. On or off the highway…

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How Do Transmissions Work?

The transmission is one of the most important parts of your vehicle as it moves power from the engine to the wheels. Most transmissions are either manual or automatic and are mounted on the chassis in the front of your car. Here is how the transmission works.

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Cabin & Engine Air Filters

The cabin air filter is responsible for removing the contaminants from the air inside of your vehicle. It also keeps your vehicle free of odors. You can find this filter either behind the glove or underneath the glove box. If you notice a moldy or musty smell, then you may need a new cabin filter. You may also notice that your defroster takes longer for you to work.

The engine air filter is designed to keep your engine free of dirt and contaminants. You need to have your engine air filter inspected every

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Car Detailing Guide

Car detailing is essential for both the interior and exterior of your vehicle. Have you ever wondered what professional detailers do to your car and leave it shiny? You can always do it on your own by following the vehicle detailing guide.

Car detailing will never be complete if you do not clean the wheels. A clean body with a dirty wheel will make your vehicle look dirty in general. Wheels get in direct contact with dust, and they need a thorough cleaning. You need brushes, wash mint, and water to make the wheels sparkle.

 

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From Smells to Sounds of a Leaking Exhaust

A leaking exhaust system in your car will usually give a few signs to let you know that there's something wrong before there's a major issue. Pay attention to a few of these signs so that you can take your car to Fred Beans Chevrolet for someone to check the system.

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Chevrolet Malibu Safety Features

Safety features are a must in today's world. The Chevy Malibu is one of the safest vehicles on the market, but which safety feature is right for you? Here are some of the safety features available to Chevrolet Malibu owners: Safety Alert Seat, Rear Cross-Path Detection, Front Pedestrian Braking. 

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