Ge117 Anthony E Gray

Project Part 5: writing final draft
When it comes to cars and trucks produced in the U.S there are many choices but there is only one way to go for quality and reliability. Of course, the choice is Chevrolet; they have been producing a great number of cars trucks and SUV’s for more than 100 years. My step father Louis Gladney retired from General Motors and I had a lengthy conversation about some of the work that goes into the making of these great vehicles. One of these examples was that once a vehicle is produced at random one is chosen to be placed on a tread-mill like machine and driven continuously for up 100,000 miles or more, and then vehicle that is being tested is taken off the machine and checked to see how well it held up. Another example was that every new vehicle that is introduced like the Cobalt-- that vehicle is heavily researched and developed by a R&D department for years before the first vehicle rolls out of the production plant. Louis went on to tell me that a lot of research goes into the making of General Motors products so that any issues with the vehicle are worked out by the company, rather than the vehicle be produced and issues being found by the customer.
Chevrolet has not only built quality, they made it part of the American tapestry with cars like the Chevy Camaro, which made its showing in 1967 and has been followed by the public ever since. Unlike similar muscle cars, the Camaro was not just a flash in the pan; its production did not stop until 2002. The Camaro returned to production in 2008 because of public outcry. Because of its popularity when the Camaro was reintroduced it was featured at the 2008 SEMA show. Cheers of the Camaro’s return at the show are more proof of the effect of the Chevys superior quality on the American people.
Because of the long asked question, what do we if fossil fuel becomes unavailable, Chevy has made strides in the field of alternative fuels. One such success was the Sequel, the first hydrogen powered car to travel a distance of 300 miles before needed to be refueled. None of Chevys competitors have ever ventured into this area of alternative fuels vehicles for fears that the public might not embrace them. Praxair Inc., the company that teamed up with Chevy to create the Sequel, said that the vehicle is pollution free because it only emits water vapor. This venture in to a new viable fuel source shows how much Chevy is committed to producing great vehicles and at the same time protects the environment.
Along with hydrogen, Chevy produces vehicles that can use the new corn bio fuel. One such vehicle is the Chevy Tahoe which was named the #1 SUV by “U.S. News”. Because of the Tahoe’s eco friendly nature, back in 2008 the Chevy Tahoe was named Green SUV of the year by Green Car Journal. The journal cited that one reason for the Tahoe being named SUV of the year was because of the Tahoe’s fuel economy. The Tahoe’s fuel economy was compared to that of a four door sedan. The Tahoe was the first SUV with the ability to use the new bio fuel normally only smaller vehicles were equipped to use the new fuel. “The Green Car journal “stated that this was a step in the right direction for the auto maker.
Chevy is also very well rounded when it comes to selection. Some feel Chevy has fallen short when it comes to subcompacts. Subcompacts are smaller cars that are less expensive and have good fuel economy. With the release of the Aveo, all that changed. The Aveo’s tastefully executed interior appealed to the cashed strapped Americans hit by economic hardship. The Aveo has a sports car like look and feel added with great fuel economy made it an instant hit.
These examples go to prove that Chevy is not just the best; it is embroidered in the history of American culture. Chevy does not just produce new vehicle, Chevy researches its new vehicles so that the consumer gets a great product, unlike its competitors. In the face of poor economic times Chevy has made it so that everyone can afford a great car. In doing so Chevy proved that you can look out for the little guy and still turn a profit. The creation of all of Chevys vehicles proves that Chevy is not just committed to making the best cars and trucks; Chevy is committed to protecting our environment and the future of our country.