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With December only weeks away, Michigan is heading into heavy snow season. If this winter is anything like the past, we know snow will fall faster than the city can get it plowed. Even urban drivers can expect to deal with drift-covered streets and driveways. If you want to minimize the danger of icy roads, look into putting a good set of snow tires on your Chevy. Here are a few tips from your...

Shopping for a new car or truck is exciting, but loan paperwork can give anyone a headache. At Michigan Heidebreicht, we are committed to giving you the best car buying experience around. That’s why we offer a secure online credit application to let you get pre-approved from the comfort of your own living room. Our online application is simple to use, with only a few screens to fill in instead...

Automotive technology is improving faster than ever these days. Every year the new crop of Chevys is tougher, smarter, and more eco-friendly. Entertainment systems like the OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot and safety features like the collision avoidance suite make it hard to resist looking into a new GM. Buying a new car every year isn’t in everyone’s budget, though, so tech-savvy drivers choose...

It’s a busy month at Heidebreicht Chevrolet. Our popular Lease Pull Ahead event is still underway and we have Black Friday specials running all month, but we still found time to put together a few new deals. Our demo special was such a hit last month that we moved half a dozen demo vehicles to the sale lot. Two of those are 2015 Impalas, a fan favorite in the sedan market. The Impala comes...

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...