The Chevrolet Equinox has been a favorite in the crossover SUV segment since it first debuted in 2005. The car’s roomy interior, good gas mileage and refined drive performance are among the qualities that have made the Equinox a force to be reckoned with. The second generation Equinox debuted at your Kansas City used car dealer in 2010 with a stylish new exterior, versatile interior and slew of amenities.

The Equinox has remained largely untouched since its makeover two years ago and that isn’t a bad thing. The 2011 and 2012 Equinox models have earned the #1 spot in the Affordable Compact SUVs category on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Cars list. Whether Olathe residents are looking for a new or used vehicle in the crossover SUV segment, the Chevrolet Equinox is a top choice.

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With gas prices on the rise, hybrid vehicle sales will likely also begin to rise. To help those looking to cut costs at the gas pumps by going green, Green Car Journal conducts an annual ‘Green Car of the Year’ contest which recognizes the best in eco-friendly technology. Of the seven years the content has conducted the contest, Chevy has won the ‘Green Car of the Year’ award twice.

Chevy Volt

Last year’s ‘Green Car of the Year’ winner was the Chevrolet Volt. The Volt first debuted at your Kansas City used car dealer last year boasting its status as the most fuel efficient vehicle on the market. The Volt delivers an extended drive range of 50 miles on a single charge. That means a quick three hour charge and most of us KC MO residents can get to and from work without using a single drop of gasoline.

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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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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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