Back to school means back to busy mornings. Between school drop-offs, packed parking lots, after-school activities, and the daily commute, you can spend a lot of time behind the wheel this time of year.
Fortunately, today's SUVs come equipped with features designed to make those everyday drives a little more comfortable, convenient, and connected.
Warm Up on Chilly Fall Mornings
As temperatures start to drop, heated seats and a heated steering wheel can make a cold morning commute much more comfortable. Instead of waiting for the cabin to warm up, you can get comfortable from the moment you leave the driveway.
The Chevrolet Blazer EV offers available heated front seats, while the Chevrolet Trailblazer offers available heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.
Stay Connected Without the Cords
Between school schedules, music, podcasts and navigation, your smartphone is an important part of your daily drive. The Blazer EV comes standard with Google Built-In which makes it easy to access compatible apps and information without constantly plugging in your phone.
The Trailblazer comes standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, along with an 11-inch diagonal HD color touchscreen. Wireless phone charging is also available.
Let Your SUV Help With the Commute
Stop-and-go traffic can make a routine commute feel much longer. Available driver-assistance features such as Adaptive Cruise Control can help make highway driving more convenient by automatically adjusting your speed to help maintain a set following distance.
Adaptive Cruise Control is available on both the Trailblazer and Blazer, depending on configuration.
Be Ready for Northwest Weather
Fall in the Pacific Northwest can mean rain, wet roads and changing conditions. Having the right drivetrain can provide added confidence when the weather turns.
The Trailblazer offers available AWD, while the Blazer lineup offers available AWD configurations. Whether you're navigating a rainy commute or heading out of town for a fall weekend, having available all-wheel drive can be a useful feature to have when conditions change.
Make Room for Everything
Backpacks. Sports equipment. Groceries. Strollers. After-school project supplies. Somehow, it all ends up in the vehicle.
The Trailblazer is designed to make the most of its compact footprint, with seating for up to five, a standard fold-flat front passenger seat and up to 8.5 feet of maximum cargo length. An available hands-free power liftgate can also make loading up easier when your hands are full.
If you need more room, the Blazer EV offers seating for five and up to 59.1 cubic feet of maximum cargo space, making it a versatile choice for busy families and active lifestyles.
Meet Your New Commuting Companion
If your fall routine calls for a compact SUV that's easy to maneuver, efficient and packed with practical features, the Chevrolet Trailblazer is worth a look.
If you're looking for something larger with an all-electric powertrain, modern technology and plenty of cargo room, the Chevrolet Blazer EV brings a different kind of versatility to your daily drive. With up to 312 miles of EPA-estimated range with FWD on the 2027 model, it's designed to make every day driving electric.
Make Your Commute Something to Look Forward To
You may not be able to control the school-zone traffic, the morning rush or the rainy fall weather - but you can choose a vehicle that makes getting through it all a little easier.
Ready to upgrade your daily drive? View new inventory available now at Speedway Chevrolet in Monroe!
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