If you follow the automotive industry, you likely know that automotive manufacturers like General Motors no longer build every single component within an automaker. Instead, they turn to suppliers – often specialist manufacturers in their particular field – to provide them. This Barry’s Chevrolet post explains how this system works. As a whole, suppliers develop, test, and build their part of a vehicle…
GM has developed several technologies to make towing easier and more like regular driving. Yet GM will be the first to tell you that towing is not like regular driving, and without proper forethought, there are plenty of ways to get things wrong. Getting things wrong can range from minor annoyances to devastating consequences. As…
The freeways and city streets are awash with crossovers. They are shaped like SUVs but have unibody construction and likely a front-wheel-drive architecture with all-wheel drive. These vehicles combine cargo-carrying ability with a comfortable ride, all-weather traction, a raised ride height, and some off-road ability. And this is more than enough for many people’s needs. But some…
One morning, you’re in a rush to get to work or take the kids to school. You get into your vehicle, insert the key – or push the ignition button – and…nothing. Your vehicle will not start, the lights won’t turn on, the infotainment screen is blank, and your instrument cluster is dark. What’s going on? The first culprit of any electrical system loss is the 12-volt…
When summer starts to settle into Ohio, drivers quickly remember how important a properly working air conditioning (A/C) system can be. From daily commutes and after-activity pickups to weekend drives and summer travel, staying cool behind the wheel makes every trip more comfortable. At Barry’s Chevrolet in West Union, we know drivers count on their vehicles to be…
The legend of the “small block” V8 continues well into the 21st Century. Since 1954, the iconic engine has served Chevrolet. Ever evolving with new compositions for the block, the cylinders, the heads, induction systems, exhaust designs, and even turbocharging. Many innovations were developed using a simple formula that has engaged consumers and enthusiasts alike. Starting with the 2027 Chevrolet…
The high price of new vehicles is prompting consideration of used vehicles as an alternative. Among all models, pickup trucks offer a distinct advantage as used vehicles. Consider that while a used luxury vehicle will still have its leather seats and wood trim, it may not have the technology of today’s luxury cars or possibly even non-luxury cars,…
Automotive public safety ads used to be about seat belts. They would cite multiple studies showing how seat belts saved lives, and for decades, they largely fell on deaf ears until they didn’t, and people started buckling in as a matter of habit. For a while, traffic fatalities and injuries declined. Then came cellphones, and not long after, smartphones. These miraculous…
It is no secret that new cars have become more expensive. Barry’s Chevrolet certainly knows that, as we buy them every day. Adding to the problem for shoppers is that many manufacturers have removed their most affordable vehicles from the market. Used cars have always been the go-to option when new cars seem too costly, and Barry’s keeps…
When you’re on the road, you always want to make sure you have enough juice in your electric vehicle’s battery. You understand your vehicle’s range and plan where to charge to reach your destination. Or, to find a public charger to “fill it up.” Finding a public DC fast charger that works with your Chevrolet EV is one thing. Dealing with using…
