It can be tough to keep up with new vehicle technologies, especially since technology is constantly evolving and becoming more complicated. But that’s what you have our team at Craig Dunn Motor City for! We’ve recently been asked about Chevy’s Rear Cross Traffic Alert, so we’re breaking down how the system works in an easy-to-understand way! Keep reading for more details.

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Chevy Rear Cross Traffic Alert safety system

Chevy’s Rear Cross Traffic Alert works by using rear-mounted radar sensors to monitor what’s going on directly behind your vehicle. The system activates when you put it into reverse, and it acts as an extra set of eyes for you. If you start backing up and another vehicle approaches, you will hear a beeping noise from the system, alerting you that rear traffic is approaching. The Rear Cross Traffic Alert safety system is especially useful in crowded parking lots, when it can be hard to see if any other vehicles are approaching.

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Drivers interested in seeing Chevy’s Rear Cross Traffic Alert at work are encouraged to stop in and see us at Craig Dunn Motor City or schedule an obligation-free test drive online! Have additional questions about the safety feature or which vehicles in our inventory are equipped with this advanced piece of technology? Give our team a call today!

2019 GMC Terrain Denali Specs and Features

For SUV drivers, there are a lot of features that you want included in your next vehicle. Luckily, the 2019 GMC Terrain Denali has everything you need. We have created a web page to help you see the 2019 GMC Terrain Denali specs and features. Find out what you like most about this model by reading what’s below. 

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Performance Technology

The 2019 GMC Terrain Denali comes standard with a 2.0-liter turbo charged engine that delivers 252 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. The Terrain Denali also includes Automatic Start/Stop, Hill Descent Control, and StabiliTrak to help you better protect your passengers. Now that you know more about the 2019 GMC Terrain Denali’s engine, performance technology, and safety features, let’s take a look at how this vehicle can add some fun to your ride.

Interior Amenities

If you want to cool down or warm up, the 2019 GMC Terrain Denali has what you’re looking for. It comes equipped with a dual-zone automatic climate control system to help keep your vehicle at the right temperature. Drivers and passengers can recharge with the help of the Terrain Denali’s wireless charging. You also have the Bose® premium 7-speaker audio system, HD Radio, and a SiriusXM® Radio trial at your disposal.

READ MORE: 2019 GMC Terrain Engine Specs and Towing Capacity

After looking at the 2019 GMC Terrain Denali specs and features, you can see that this vehicle has a lot of fun amenities for you to try out. The only way to truly learn about a car is to take it for a test drive. If you would like to learn more about the 2019 GMC Terrain Denali or any of our other GMC, Chevy, or Buick vehicles, you can check out our online inventory and schedule that test drive with us at Craig Dunn Motor City.

Interior space is in high demand for three-row SUV shoppers, and one that does it better than just about any competitors is the 2017 Chevy Tahoe. There is plenty of space in the interior of the vehicle for growing families or big squads, but just how many people can the 2017 Tahoe hold? Read on to find out! 

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2017 Chevy Tahoe seating capacity

The 2017 Tahoe comes in three trim levels: LS, LT, and Premier. The 2017 Tahoe has seating for up to eight passengers in its three rows of seating, with all rows offering enough leg room to seat fully-grown adults. Although tall passengers may feel somewhat uncomfortable in the third row for long trips, shorter trips should be no problem for even our longest-legged friends. The third row of seating is more suitable for kids or smaller adults for long trips, but as mentioned before, all seating positions are comfortable for fully-grown adults. Take a look at the chart below to view interior dimensions for the 2017 Tahoe!

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Car shoppers interested in seeing how much passenger space is in the 2017 Chevy Tahoe with their own eyes are encouraged to stop in and see us at Criag Dunn Motor City or schedule an obligation-free test drive online. Have additional questions about the three-row SUV before hopping in the driver’s seat? If so, feel free to give our team a call today!

Chevy recently filled us in on some important details regarding the Canadian 2018 Equinox Diesel, and after learning all about the compact crossover’s fuel efficiency and engine performance, we couldn’t be more impressed. In fact, the vehicle’s fuel economy rating is expected to top the segment, beating out the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Nissan Rogue Hybrid. Interested in learning what all the fuss is about? Keep reading and we’ll fill you in! 

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2018 Chevy Equinox Diesel engine performance

The 2018 Chevy Equinox Diesel comes available with an impressive 1.6-liter turbocharged diesel engine that offers an expected best-in-class highway fuel efficiency of 6.0 L/100km. The engine doesn’t sacrifice power for that impressive fuel economy rating, however. In fact, the turbocharged diesel engine kicks out an impressive 240 pound-feet of torque, and peak torque is delivered at low rpms, with 90% of torque being delivered between 1,500 rpm and 3,250 rpm.

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2018 Chevy Equinox available features

Not only does the 2018 Equinox offer an available diesel engine, but it also comes available with a variety of other advanced features as well. Available safety features include the Surround Vision Camera, Forward Collision Alert with the Following Distance Indicator, Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Safety Alert Seats, and Teen Driver.

Car shoppers interested in meeting the 2018 Chevy Equinox Diesel up close and in person are invited to stop in and see us at Craig Dunn Motor City or schedule an obligation-free test drive online! Have additional questions about the 2018 Equinox Diesel before getting behind the wheel? If so, feel free to contact a member of our team today! We’ll fill you in on all of the vehicle’s important details as well as answer any questions you may have.

Women Engineers for GM

Many people view the automotive industry as a male-dominated field. This may have been true in the past, but women are quickly making their mark on the industry. Women are making history by creating technology advances in propulsion, infotainment and vehicle-to-vehicle communication at General Motors. Change happens with one person at a time and women engineers for GM are making that change a reality.

General Motors CEO Mary Barra has said that GM will be going through more dramatic changes in the next decade than it has in the past 50 years. This prediction might come true with the help of women engineers. Three women in the company are already changing the way we drive with a variety of technological advancements. One of these women is Trista Schieffer, the lead development engineer for battery electric vehicles. She is responsible for making sure everything works together to meet customer expectations of an electric vehicle. She works with people to deliver solutions for handling, noise, vibration, comfort, storage, heating, cooling, safety, energy efficiency and more.

Another woman that works for GM is Rebecca Roth, an infotainment product owner. She helps develop software to safely integrate driver’s lives into the ride. She also helps develop software for the Smart Grid, an intelligent system that allows two-way communication between the electric company and the homeowner or their electric vehicles. Another talented GM engineer, is Jessica Moreno a program manager and V2V security credential management. Moreno and her team are working to develop vehicle-to-vehicle technology. This type of technology will soon be available for cars to essentially talk to each other and help avoid crashes and traffic jams.

These are just examples of a few of the women working for General Motors. They are making a developments and updates to technology we use or will use every day in our vehicles. If you are interested in learning more about GM as a brand or about the vehicles that they make, visit Craig Dunn Motor City in Winnipeg MB. We have a full line-up of vehicles to check out right here!

We know that small families and individual commuters alike have fallen in love with the premium capability and top safety of the Chevy Equinox. Now, SUV shoppers can also find the perfect look for their new Equinox with the Midnight and Sport Editions of the 2017 model! Keep reading to get the latest news on the 2017 Chevy Equinox Midnight and Sport Canadian release date, as well as more details about these stylish and well-equipped editions.

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2017 Chevy Equinox Midnight and Sport Canadian Release Date

The 2017 Chevy Equinox will be available in the new model year with two special editions: the Midnight and the Sport models. Both of these special edition compact SUVs will be available in dealerships across Canada later this summer. They will join other special edition Chevy vehicles like the 2017 Silverado High Desert Package. These models offer Canadian drivers the latest in style and technology advantages.

We are excited about the Canadian release date of both of these special editions! Contact a member of the Craig Dunn Motor City team today to learn more about these 2017 specialty models and their likely arrival date in Portage La Prairie near Winnipeg MB.

Summer is a popular time for traveling, and many people prefer to bring their pet along on the trip instead of leaving them at home. If you’re heading out on the road for a cross-country road trip, weekend adventure, or anything in between and your furry friend is making the trip with you, we’ve got a few tips for you. Keep reading to learn more! 

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How to safely travel with your pet

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Have additional questions about traveling with pets when the weather is warm? If so, drop us a line in the comments below!

Six decades of the Chevy Corvette

With the recent successful restoration of the one millionth Corvette (which was almost totaled when a sinkhole opened under its showroom at the National Corvette Museum in Kentucky) we thought we’d take a quick look at the history of this stylish and iconic muscled car. Welcome to Flashback Friday: Corvette Edition.

First introduced in 1953 at the GM Motorama as a concept car, the sleek lines and power under the hood of the Vette drew enough interest that GM introduced the first generation for public sale late in the 1953 model year. Since then, over one million Corvettes have been constructed with care and pride by Chevrolet.

Looking for a new GM vehicle? Check out our inventoryWhen the one millionth Corvette was damaged, restorers thought that they would be able to just replace many of the parts that had been crushed in the fall. Much to their surprise, many of the Vette’s parts had been signed by those who played a part in the construction. Restorers had to work even harder to preserve as many of the signatures as they could. Through hard work and diligence, Chevrolet restorers were able to preserve, transfer or replace every signature on the vehicle and preserve the history of everyone who took part the construction of this milestone Corvette.

Over the years the Corvette has won many awards and recognition, such as first on the “100 Coolest Cars” list of Automobile Magazine, number five for Sports Car International’s “Top Sports Cars of the 1960s”, and even “Most Coveted Vehicle” for the 2006 Canadian Car of the Year contest. We can believe it.

The Corvette was even recognized as “Best Engineered Car of the 20th century” from the Society of Automotive Engineers. It’s a beautiful example of the engineering prowess and care that goes into every GM vehicle, from heavy-duty GMC Sierra 2500 trucks to the family-oriented Chevy Malibu.

We hope you enjoyed this edition of Flashback Friday. We at Craig Dunn Motor City are proud to be a part on the ongoing history of this great automobile manufacturer.

2019 Chevy Silverado High Country Specs

Truck drivers will love to hear about the 2019 Chevy Silverado High Country. This truck has a lot of great features that will make for an easier drive. We want to show you the ins and outs of this model to help you find the truck you’re looking for. Let’s take a look at the 2019 Chevy Silverado High Country specs to find out more. 

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Performance Equipment

The 2019 Chevy Silverado High Country comes standard with the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 engine with DFM. This engine delivers 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. This engine also has Dynamic Fuel Management technology to help with its gas mileage. The Chevy Silverado High Country can tow up to 12,100 pounds with this engine. Now that you know more about the 2019 Chevy Silverado High Country’s performance equipment, let’s take a look inside to learn more.

Comfortable Amenities

If you’re looking for a sharp entertainment system, the Silverado High Country has what you need. It comes standard with a Bose® Premium Sound System that includes seven speakers and a subwoofer. This way you can listen to the music you love with optimal clarity. This model also has an 8-inch touch screen to navigate the entertainment system more easily. You can warm up with the help of the dual-zone automatic climate control system and heated seats. Take a hold of the leather steering wheel and find out for yourself at our dealership.

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The 2019 Chevy Silverado High Country specs are just a few of the things that this vehicle has to offer. If you want to learn more about the Chevy Silverado or any of our other vehicles, you can check out our online inventory and schedule a test drive with us at Craig Dunn Motor City today.

GM Welcome to Canada Discount

Moving to a new country can be overwhelming and stressful. You have to find a new job, a place to live and you even have to figure out how you’re going to get from place to place Many people aren’t able bring to their vehicle with them to their new location, so it can be difficult to figure out how you’re going to travel once you get to your new home. That’s where dealerships like Craig Dunn Motor City come in. Right now they are hosting the GM Welcome to Canada Discount.

The GM Welcome to Canada Discount offers savings opportunities to those new to Canada with a valid Permanent Resident Card or Temporary Work Permit. The arrival date on the the back of the Permanent Resident Card must state calendars years 2013, 2014 or 2015 and the Temporary Work Permit must be valid at time of purchase. The best part is that all 2015 and 2015 Chevy, Buick and GMC are eligible for the Welcome to Canada Bonus. The program is available now until January 4, 2016.

So what exactly is the bonus? The GM Welcome to Canada Discount give those qualified a $1,000 bonus on a new vehicle. Besides having a resident card and work permit, there a few other things you will need at time of purchase. Individuals must have a valid Canadian driver’s license to be eligible. Vehicles must also be registered in the name of the eligible individual and can be co-titled with their spouse, or financing/leasing co-signer. Additionally, those eligible can only take advantage of this program once.

Those interested in learning more about this savings opportunity or the other GM discounts available at Craig Dunn Motor City can call us directly at 888-611-6021 or visit us in Portage la Prairie MB. We have a variety of ways to save on new vehicles including the 2015 Chevy Silverado, 2015 GMC Terrain and more! Call or visit us today!

2019 Chevy Equinox Cabin Dimensions and Cargo Volume

The new Chevy Equinox is designed for power and performance. Its changes and upgrades are built with drivers in mind. It is also built with enough space for you and your cargo. Let’s take a look at the 2019 Chevy Equinox cabin dimensions and cargo volume to show you just how much space you can expect to find in this SUV. 

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Passenger Space

The 2019 Chevy Equinox is designed to take several passengers and their cargo with them. The Chevy Equinox can take up to five passengers inside its cabin. There is a lot of legroom for you and your passengers in both rows of seats. In the front row, you can stretch your legs out in the 40.9 inches of space. The rear row of seats has up to 39.9 inches of legroom.

Trunk Area

If you are traveling long distances or plan on taking a lot of trips with the family in your new Chevy Equinox, you can be rest assured that the Equinox will be there for you. You can put your gear and equipment behind the second row of seats with the Equinox’s 29.9 cubic feet of space. If you fold the rear row of seats down, you can access the model’s maximum cargo volume of 63.9 cubic feet.

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The 2019 Chevy Equinox is ready for you at Craig Dunn Motor City. We hope that the details about the 2019 Chevy Equinox cabin dimensions and cargo volume give you a better idea of what this vehicle can do. If you would like to learn more about the 2019 Chevy Equinox or any of our other models, you can check out our online inventory and schedule a test drive with us at Craig Dunn Motor City today.

Collision repair services in Portage La Prairie, MB

Getting into a car accident is among the most inconvenient circumstances a vehicle owner can experience. The Collision and Glass Center at Craig Dunn Motor City is here to help make the entire process as easy and painless as possible. When an accident occurs, the most important thing is that all of the people are safe and sound. If you are looking for collision repair services in Portage La Prairie, MB, the work provided by the professionals from our Collision and Glass Center should speak for its self. In addition to providing world-class collision repair work, we also offer the kind of services to support customers throughout the entire repair process.

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What makes/models can be repaired at Craig Dunn?

Each of our collision repair technicians are I-Car Gold Class certified. This means we are fully capable of fixing almost any damage on any model that a customer could bring into our shop. If a vehicle can be repaired, we will do our best to get it looking better than the day before the accident occurred. All of the collision repair services in Portage La Prairie, MB provided by the Collision and Glass Center at Craig Dunn Motor City are performed in house. This includes glass repair, windshield replacement and paint color matching.

Why should I choose Craig Dunn’s auto body repair?

In addition to being I-Car Gold certified, we have also been endorsed by Manitoba Public Insurance. This allows us to support our customers by offering rental vehicles if yours will be with us for a while. Craig Dunn Motor City has partnered with Winnipeg U-Drive for rental car services. We also offer daily shuttles that will take you where you need to be and pick you up when your vehicle is fully repaired.

If you would like to learn more about the collision repair services in Portage La Prairie, MB, contact our body shop today by calling 888-611-6021.

The 2020 Chevy Equinox is making its way to dealerships, and we want to tell you about it. This exciting vehicle has some new technology to show you. We will give you an overview of the 2020 Chevy Equinox specs and features to help you see what this vehicle can do. Let’s get started. 

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Engine Performance 

The 2020 Chevy Equinox comes standard with a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine. This engine has 170 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque. If you are looking for more power, you can choose the available 2.0-liter turbocharged engine This engine delivers 252 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. These engines can take you where you want to go and make for a fun and exciting ride. The Chevy Equinox makes for a smooth ride with the help of the StabliTrack control system for your convenience. 

Interior Amenities 

When you sit inside the 2020 Chevy Equinox, you can feel comfortable with the help of its many interior amenities. The Chevy Equinox has a standard six-speaker sound system with 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hot spot capabilities. This can help you listen to the music you love as well as connect to the rest of the world from inside. This vehicle also has a SiriusXM® satellite radio trial as well as Active Noise Cancellation for better sound and more listening options. 

READ MORE: 2019 Chevy Equinox Interior Features and Sound System

These 2020 Chevy Equinox specs and features are just some of the available tools and technology that you can find inside this SUV. You can learn more about the 2020 Chevy Equinox, or any of our other Chevy, Buick, or GMC vehicles, by visiting our online inventory today. You can also schedule a test drive with us at Craig Dunn Motor City on our website. We hope to see you soon. 

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Chevrolet Power of Play Program in Manitoba

Hockey is one of the most beloved sports in Canada, and it has the power to teach kids the values of practice and dedication, as well as teamwork. Here at Craig Dunn Motor City, we are excited to announce that Chevrolet is launching a new program called the Power of Play to give Peewee hockey teams that are a part of Hockey Canada the resources they need to play the best hockey, and be the best athletes and people that they can be.

Each participating team will receive a coach’s kit containing a variety of materials to help our kids be better players, but also to develop values. Not every child who plays the game will grow up to play professionally, but everyone who plays the game learns the value of working together and how much hard work and a good attitude can pay off.

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Largest Tape Ball Contest

That starter tape ball is more than a cool way to have a piece of past heroes of the sport. Participating teams can add to the ball, and whichever team that creates the biggest tape ball will receive a $10,000 reward! Teams can turn in their ball between January and April 2016 at local Chevrolet dealerships like Craig Dunn Motor City. Each ball will be combined into one massive tape creation that will be displayed during next year’s World Junior Tournament in Montreal and Toronto. Just like we are all a part of the hockey community, every team will be able to participate in this contest, from the smallest tape ball to the most massive.

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The official launch of this program will be in just a few days at the 2016 World Junior Tournament. Tune in to see commercials and features about the program. You can learn more about this exciting program and sign up for your coach’s kit at ChevroletHockey.com.

The 2018 Chevy Equinox has arrived at Craig Dunn Motor City. This popular SUV has a lot of great features inside its interior. But what about its performance ability? Exactly how powerful is the new Chevy Equinox? We will answer these questions by looking over the 2018 Chevy Equinox engine specs and towing capacity. Let’s take a look at what this vehicle has to offer. 

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Performance Technology

The 2018 Chevy Equinox is equipped with a 1.5-liter Turbo engine that delivers 170 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque. This gives drivers the capability to drive where they want with the strength behind the wheel they need. Now that you know a little bit more about the Chevy Equinox’s engine specs, let’s talk about its towing capacity.

Hauling Capability

The 2018 Chevy Equinox has a spacious interior. Its cabin has a passenger volume of 103.2 cubic feet. It also has a lot of cargo space. With 29.9 cubic feet of space behind the rear row of seats, drivers and their passengers can pack their luggage easily. The 2018 Chevy Equinox can tow up to 1500 pounds of equipment as well. If you need more to carry, the 2018 Chevy Equinox has what you need.

READ MORE: 2018 Chevy Equinox Interior and Safety Features

After looking at the 2018 Chevy Equinox engine specs and towing capacity, you can see that this vehicle has a lot of offer drivers who travel with a lot of gear. Wrap your hands around the wheel of the 2018 Chevy Equinox to feel how powerful it is on the road. If you would like to learn more about the 2018 Chevy Equinox, check out our online inventory for our available models and schedule a test drive with Craig Dunn Motor City today.

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If you’re shopping for a new family SUV, you are probably paying attention to what safety features are offered by a variety of vehicles within the class. If safety features are at the top of your priority list, our team here at Craig Dunn Motor City highly recommends checking out the 2017 Buick Encore. Not only does the vehicle have a lengthy list of standard safety features, but it also comes available with a variety of highly-advanced safety features as well. Interested in learning more? Keep reading and we’ll fill you in on the details! 

2017 Buick Encore standard safety features

The 2017 Buick Encore boasts an impressive 5-star Overall Vehicle Score for safety, so you can feel protected and at ease during your time behind the wheel. In fact, all six trim levels of the 2017 Encore come equipped with standard safety features such as:

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2017 Buick Encore advanced safety features

In addition to the 2017 Encore’s standard safety features, the SUV also comes available with a variety of advanced safety features, including Forward Collision Alert, Front and Rear Ultrasonic Park Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Side Blind Zone Alert.

Read more: 2017 Buick Encore passenger space 

Drivers interested in seeing all of the 2017 Buick Encore’s safety features at work in person are encouraged to stop in and see us at Craig Dunn Motor City or schedule an obligation-free test drive online. Have additional questions about the 2017 Encore before getting in the driver’s seat? If so, please don’t hesitate to contact a member of our team today!

Best parks to see the leaves change near Winnipeg MB 

Autumn is already here. Summer is over and the leaves are beginning to change. Autumn is a beautiful time of year and makes the natural beauty around Manitoba stand out. We have a list of the best parks to see the leaves change near Winnipeg MB to help you enjoy the autumn weather even more. 

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These are the best parks to see the leaves change near Winnipeg MB. If you need a vehicle to take you to any of these locations, you can check out our online inventory to see which of our sedan, truck, and SUV models is right for you. We hope to see you soon at Craig Dunn Motor City. 

Many times specialty models and concept vehicles (like the Buick Avista) never make it from the auto show to the lot. However, sometimes a concept will be presented, and it will be so exciting that it will make it all the way to the showroom. The Silverado High Desert package is one such model. This excellent variation on the traditional Chevy truck offers many advantages and features. Keep reading to find out the 2017 Chevy Silverado High Desert Package Canadian release date and details on this model.

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The 2017 Chevy Silverado High Desert Package will go on sale in Canada in the first quarter of 2017.  Contact a member of our sales team to see if this model will be coming to Craig Dunn Motor City in Portage La Prairie near Winnipeg MB.

Silverado High Desert Storage Features

The top unique advantage of the High Desert package on the 2017 Chevy Silverado its excellent cargo system. This package will feature a storage system that adds dual side storage bins over the super-strong roll-formed steel Silverado bed. Covered by a hard, three-piece tonneau cover, this cargo system will also have a divider that will allow truck owners to secure both small and large items efficiently.

This package will be available on LT, LTZ and High Country models, and also include a tailgate that can be locked or unlocked using the keyfob.

Specs on the 2017 Silverado High Desert in Canada

The 2017 Chevy Silverado High Desert Package will feature 20-inch wheels and all-season tires on the LT trim and 22-inch wheels with all-terrain tires on the other two trims. Each model will come with the elite Magnetic Ride Control suspension, which allows incredibly precise and comfortable driving. This will mark the first time Magnetic Ride Control has been available on a Silverado truck.

We are excited about the 2017 Chevy Silverado High Desert package Canadian release date, and the great storage and suspension options that will be available on this truck next year.

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History of GM Canada

Each year, General Motors of Canada reveals new and exciting vehicles and designs. Each year the company strives to create vehicles that exceed expectations, and while it’s exciting to look forward at what is coming next, it’s also interesting to look back at how far GM Canada has come. GM has a colorful history dating back to the mid 1800s. Let’s take a look back at the history of GM Canada.

At the very beginning of GM, there was a man in Ontario with a simple ax handle maker. He decided to lend his skills to a much bigger project when he began studying pictures of carriages. He decided to build himself a horse-drawn sleigh. One of his neighbors became very interested in the sleigh and asked if he could buy it. Eventually this farmers, Robert McLaughin opened a carriage plant in Oshawa, Ontario and opened branches around the country.

McLaughin had three sons. One established the Canada Dry Company and the other two became partners in McLaughlin Carriage Company. The two sons in the company, Sam and George, went for a ride in an automobile and immediately started persuading their family to start making them. Sam test-drove many motorcars and decided that Buick was the car for Oshawa. He made an agreement with Bill Durant, a partner in the Buick Motor Company. In 1908, 154 cars, called McLaughlins, were produced. This was just the beginning of the company we know as GM Canada.

There is much more to learn about the history of GM Canada, so check back to see what happened next. One thing is certain, GM Canada continued to grow into the company it is today, offering vehicles such as the 2015 Chevy Sonic, 2015 Buick Verano and more. If you want to see just how far GM Canada has come since 1901, come visit us at Craig Dunn Motor City. Schedule a test drive today and see what impressive vehicles we have to offer. We look forward to seeing you!