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General Motors has been fine-tuning its hands-free driving technology almost as long as Google. Last month the auto giant announced plans to put that technology on the road in two years. GM has already proved itself as a leader in safety innovation with its suite of voice-controlled communication features and accident avoidance options, but this is an exciting leap forward. "Super Cruise”...

Distracted drivers are the second most common cause of accidents in Michigan. Even while driving sixty miles an hour on the highways people will dig their phone from their pocket to answer a text. Glancing away from the road for even a second can have tragic consequences, both for the driver and their community. That’s why Heidebreicht is proud to offer a range of vehicles with cutting-edge...

Americans love our pets. They’re friends and confidantes, and more often than ever we’re taking them on the road. According to a AAA survey, sixty percent of dog owners have taken their pooch for a car ride at least once in the last month. We plan road trips around rest area dog runs, comb the internet for the best outdoor cafes, and choose pet-friendly hotels to keep Puppy with us as much...

Statistically speaking, driving is the most dangerous thing your teenager will do. Vehicular accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers. Worse, the cars they tend to drive do little to protect them. Teens buy the cheapest used car they can find or accept “hand-me-downs” after a family member upgrades to a new model. Because older vehicles don’t usually have modern safety...

Halloween holds a special place in our hearts. Whether we’re taking our family trick-or-treating or dressing up for our own parties, it’s a time when we can relax and spend time together as a community. On the other hand, Halloween is the most dangerous holiday for children. There are more accidents involving people under fifteen on Halloween than any other night of the year. Don’t cancel...

2015 the Chevy Silverado won awards for quality, style, and popularity, becoming the fastest growing American truck brand. We’re committed to being at the front of the pack in quality and options. With that in mind, the engineers at GM have made some adjustments to the 2016 Chevy Silverado model that we think you’ll find as exciting as we did. What people will notice first are the changes to...

There’s a lot to be said for buying a new Chevy. With state-of-the-art safety features and an engine that combines power and efficiency, our cars and trucks get a lot of attention. There is one advantage that tends to be overlooked: the two year complimentary scheduled maintenance package that comes standard with most models. This package is included in purchases and leases. New members of...

This year’s crop of Chevys are in a class of their own. Of all the cars and trucks cruising the streets of Michigan, Chevrolet stands out for quality and value. That isn’t just our opinion, of course. Chevy vehicles have been winning awards all year, and we’re keeping up steam moving into 2016.  The Chevy Malibu is a star example. J.D. Power awarded the elegant Malibu “Most Dependable...

Fall is all around us, and nowhere in eastern Michigan beats Macomb County for color. With twelve thousand acres of park land under the county’s jurisdiction, we really know how to put on a show! Of course, as winter nears those pretty leaves turn into a problem. They collect in gutters and along roads, making it nearly impossible to keep them out of your car.  When the snow falls it mixes...

Taking your Chevy on the road? Whether you’re headed out to the lake or going on a business trip, stop by the showroom at Michigan Heidebreicht to see our range of storage accessories. If you want to explore the outdoors, you’re in luck. We carry several equipment racks for paddleboards, kayaks, and bicycles. The most flexible solution is the Stand-up Paddle Board/Surfboard Carrier, a...