Gas prices are once again on the rise and are expected to hit an all time high by Memorial Day. Although us Kansas City residents aren’t going to experience the worst of it, experts have predicted gas prices to reach almost $4.00/gallon in the KCMO area this summer.

Aside from purchasing a brand new hybrid vehicle to endure soaring gas prices, there are certain behaviors that drivers can practice to maximize their Chevy’s fuel economy. So for Kansas City used car drivers that don’t have the luxury to go out a buy a new car, these driving behaviors can help improve your car’s fuel economy.

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In this day and age, an 8-passenger SUV that achieves a combined fuel economy rating of 21 mpg is an anomaly, to say the least. It wasn’t until fairly recently that Olathe drivers were introduced to a full size SUV that delivered the best of both worlds: space and efficiency. The Chevy Tahoe Hybrid debuted at your Kansas City used car dealer and was one of the first vehicles that didn’t require consumers to compromise in any department.

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While some remain adamant about the hate for minivans, it can’t be denied the comfort and convenience they provide. For Olathe drivers looking for the benefits of a minivan with the sheet metal of an SUV, the Chevrolet Traverse was made with you in mind. The large crossover offers the best of both worlds: ample passenger space, loads of cargo room and plenty of versatility all in a stylish package. While this may sound like any large crossover on the market, a side-by-side comparison of the vehicles in the crossovers segment will show you just how the Traverse measures up.

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Cost-conscious shoppers on the market for a car know that the window sticker only tells part of the story. Insurance rates, maintenance costs, gas mileage and other components all factor into a car buyers total cost of ownership. To help consumers determine which vehicles have the lowest cost of ownership, Kelley Blue Book (KBB) conducts its annual Lowest Cost of Ownership Awards. For 2012, three models at your McCarthy Chevrolet dealership were deemed to have the lowest projected ownership costs in their segments.

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Sometimes, bigger is better, but when it comes to buying a car, this is typically not the case. Many SUVs have tried and failed to present a strong case that bigger is better, but one has been giving truth to this saying for almost a decade now. The Chevrolet Equinox was first introduced to your Olathe dealer in 2005 and defied all the drawbacks associated with large SUVs and crossovers. Today the Equinox remains a favorite among consumers as it continues to combat the typical woes found in so many other SUVs.

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