Motor Trend Truck of the Year is the 2015 Colorado

Over the past few years full-size trucks got bigger and bigger and midsize trucks began to vanish.  The Chevrolet Colorado went out of production for three years, until recently when it made its triumphant return, completely redone and better than ever.

The Chevrolet Colorado was definitely not the largest truck in competition for the 2015 Motor Trend Truck of the Year, but it turned out to be the best in more of the Motor Trend judging categories than anything else.

For many, midsize pickups appeal to a more modest sense of size, and when the Colorado reappeared it trounced the Toyota Tacoma and Nissan Frontier in a comparison test, clearly marking itself as a segment leader.  No other vehicle tested stands out as much as the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado.

Motor Trend editors praised the Colorado test models for not only out-performing the other Truck of the Year contenders, but for doing so while being the least expensive truck tested.  In fact, the Colorado was three times less than the Ford F-450 tested.  The lower price never left the editors wanting for more, proving good things do come in small packages.

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2015 Chevy Cruz Remains Leader

The 2015 Chevrolet Cruz is celebrating its 5th year in existence and it is doing so as the undisputed leader in the compact four door sedan segment.  It is still considered a compact even though the sheer size would convince you otherwise.  The 181 inch overall length along with its huge trunk, wide range of adjustability and excellent seats would make you think you are in a mid-size sedan.

Although the exterior is very conservative and not very flashy, it is sporty enough.  The interior is what causes it to lead the category.  The materials give it an upscale feel, the twin cockpit dash design are rich and luxurious.  You have a couple of engine and transmission options out there and the right combination could earn you an astounding 42 mpg on the highway.  It offers superior ride quality and great steering and handling.  In this ever demanding world needing options they also give you a diesel option if it suits your liking.

If safety is your concern, don’t worry.  It has won more than its share of awards as well as the top five star from the government in every subcategory.  It even won the IIHS Top Safety Pick status which makes it one of the safest vehicles for its size and weight on the global spectrum.  The safety features are staggering with rear side airbags and front knee airbags in addition to all the usual features you would expect to see in this class.

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Chevrolet Traverse Named As One of the 10 Best Family Cars for 2014

For the second year in a row, the Chevrolet Travers has been named one of the 10 Best Family Cars of 2014 by Edmunds.com and Parents magazine.  The Traverse, which competed in the SUV category, met the judge’s criteria for safety, efficiency, style, and value.

As with any family vehicle, one of the most important sections is safety.  The Traverse has the segment’s only front seat center airbag, which inflates in the middle of the two front seat occupants for additional protection.  It was also named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in 2013 and is offered with crash-avoidance technology such as forward collision alert and lane departure warning.

The 3.6-liter V6 in the Traverse is producing 288 horsepower and can return 24 mpg on the highway.  In addition to great fuel economy and safety, the Traverse was also recognized for its usability.  Designed for families, it has easily cleanable seats, multiple USB ports and an available power lift gate and rear seat entertainment system.  The second row seats can be either 1 person captain’s chairs or a three person bench, while the third-row bench can accommodate another 3 passengers.

“Traverse’s winning combination blends the capability and roominess of a traditional SUV with the attributes of a crossover, including a car-like driving experience, low step-in height and good efficiency on the highway,” Steve Majoros, marketing director of Chevrolet cars and crossovers, said in a statement.

The accolade adds to the Traverse’s awards received so far this year.  It was also named one of Kelly Blue Book’s 12 Best Family Cars for 2014, joining the other bowtie—branded car which made the list, the 2014 Chevy Impala.

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