Model tested: 2019 Chevy Traverse AWD Premier Engine: 3.6-liter V6 SIDI WT • 310 horsepower • 266 lb. ft. of torque Transmission: 9-speed automatic EPA ratings: 17/city, 25/highway, 20/combined Base price: $48,200 As tested: $49,590 Overview: Redesigned in 2018 — including a new … read more
Callaway Cars Incorporated manufactures engineered automobiles. It offers project management services including engine power enhancement, design, and manufacturing; uprated engine specification and production building; turbosystem designing and manufacturing; and powertrain optimization for production line implementation. The company also provides engine engineering, automotive designing, … read more
One of the fun things about writing this column is that from issue to issue, I never know exactly what I will encounter on a visit to Jim’s Classic Garage in Gig Harbor. This month is a great example. In the shop was … read more
Model Tested: 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 AWD LTZ Crew Cab Engine: 6.2-liter V-8 Ecotec3 Transmission: 8-speed automatic EPA Ratings: 15/city, 20/highway, 17/combined Base Price: $47,175 As Tested: $60,020 Overview: The full-size 2017 Chevy Silverado holds its own in a power and styling battle … read more
Why is it when you go into an auto repair shop, grease is seemingly everywhere? You don’t want to touch anything and fear getting it on the bottom of your shoes because you’ll never get it out of the white carpet at home. … read more
Model Tested: 2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier Hatchback Engine: 1.5-liter I-4 gas plus twin electric motors, 149 horsepower (combined) 294 lb-ft torque (combined) Transmission: CVT automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 42-mpg gas, 106-mpg electric Base Price: $37,570 As Tested: $39,930 Performance: Strong acceleration Smooth, quiet … read more
Model Tested: 2015 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD Z71 Crew Short Box Engine: 3.6-liter V-6, 305 horsepower 269 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 17/City—24/Highway—20 Combined Base Price: $34,115 As Tested: $36,710 Performance: Solid performance; strong, but not a sports car Pleasant highway … read more
