5 Things Every Driver Needs in a Car Tool Kit
Every house has tools that you can’t live without: hammers, wrenches, and screwdrivers come to mind. Why wouldn’t a car have basic tools too? You might want to safeguard yourself from troubles on the road, or simply want to run maintenance on your car yourself. Having a car tool kit filled with essentials can be very helpful.
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You like the idea of an SUV but don’t really need seating for seven. Plus, good gas mileage is important to you. You’re considering the Chevy Equinox (starting price $23,800), a small SUV crossover with seating for five, gas mileage of 26 city and 31 highway, and you’re wondering if it’s a reliable choice.
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The CT4 made its inaugural debut for the 2020 model year—filling the void left by the outgoing ATS as Cadillac’s new compact executive sport sedan. Now only in its second model year, Cadillac is already adding more safety features, next-generation technology and enhanced exterior design elements to the 2021 Cadillac CT4 that will undoubtedly make it even more appealing to buyers.
Cadillac Ventures Into Uncharted Territory
The ATS was a revelation when it debuted in 2013, marking Cadillac’s first ever foray into the compact sport sedan world. This was a class traditionally ruled by the German triumvirate—BMW, Audi and Mercedes. No American manufacturer had seriously made an attempt to enter this prestigious and competitive segment, perhaps in fear of being embarrassed when Car and Driver or Motor Trend pitted the sedans against one another in comparison tests.
The ATS was built on GM’s groundbreaking Alpha chassis. Featuring high strength steel and aluminum construction, the Alpha chassis was developed to be compact, lightweight and feature a near 50/50 weight distribution. It was the ideal platform for a sport sedan. Consequently, the ATS handled so brilliantly that GM decided to use its underpinnings on the sixth generation Camaro when it later debuted in 2016.
When the range-topping ATS-V was unveiled the same year, not only had Cadillac secured its seat at the sport sedan table—they were positioned clearly at the head. The new CT4 inherently takes all of the design elements that made the ATS such a success and aims to push the boundaries of performance, handling and technology to even greater heights.
CT4 Unveiled as Cadillac’s Next Generation Sport Sedan
The CT4 is built on a revamped Alpha II chassis—further enhanced to feature world class driving dynamics with its lightweight and high strength architecture. Following Cadillac’s new “Y” trim strategy, the CT4 is available in Luxury, Premium Luxury and Sport trims—each available in RWD or AWD configuration.
All three trims come standard with a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine that delivers 237 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. While that’s certainly satisfactory in a sedan this agile and light, a larger 2.7L force-fed four-cylinder is available on the Premium Luxury model that yields 310 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque.
The CT4 Premium Luxury Trim will also see a new Diamond Sky special edition package for the 2021 model year featuring exclusive exterior and interior components. With Diamond Sky Metallic exterior paint, Brembo V Performance front brake calipers and Sky Cool Gray/Jet Black leather seats featuring exclusive Diamond Fall inserts—this special edition CT4 is sure to turn heads.
V-Badge Unleashes CT4’s Performance Potential
For those looking for the highest-level of performance the Cadillac CT4 currently has to offer, the V-Series is your answer. Featuring a more aggressively tuned version of the Premium Luxury’s available 2.7L mill, the CT4-V delivers 325 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque. High-performance Brembo front brakes deliver unmatched stopping power, while Magnetic Ride Control takes the CT4’s handling to new limits in RWD configuration.
When put to the test, Car and Driver recorded a 4.5 second zero to 60 mph time and 13.2 second at 102 mph quarter-mile pass in the CT4-V. It’s the most potent GM four-cylinder powered vehicle to date—easily capable of making you forget how many cylinders are under the hood at the touch of the throttle.
CT4-V Features Next Generation Technology
Though its performance garners most of the attention, the CT4-V is also a technological marvel packed with a laundry list of next generation features. A new available high-definition 12-inch digital instrument cluster, Enhanced Super Cruise with Lane Change on Demand, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will be added for 2021 models.
Super Cruise provides hands-free driver assistance on compatible highways in the U.S. and Canada, which is sure to make highway commutes far less stressful. Cadillac’s new Buckle to Drive will also be added to the CT4’s standard safety suite in 2021, which prevents the shifter from leaving park for up to 20 seconds or until the driver’s seatbelt is buckled—whichever comes first.
2021 Cadillac CT4 Pricing and Release Date
The 2021 Cadillac starts at $34,390 in Luxury trim, $38,590 in Premium Luxury trim and $39,690 in Sport trim. The high-performance 2021 Cadillac CT4-V starts at $45,890. 2021 CT4 models featuring Enhanced Super Cruise with Lane Change on Demand will be available in early 2021.
Cooking dinner may be the last thing you want to do after a long day of work. Fortunately, these five excellent Fort Smith restaurants offer takeout and delivery services so you can order a delicious meal and not have to go out to eat to get it.
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When it comes to purchasing a new car, you shouldn’t have to compromise. Luckily, with the 2020 Chevy Malibu, you don’t have to. This vehicle has everything you could want and more in one sleek and clean design! Check out our favorite features on this standout four-door sedan.
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The 2021 Chevy Colorado is great for when you don’t want the bulkiness and expense of a larger pickup, but still want powerful hauling and towing capacity. Featuring a practical interior and your choice of three hard-working engines, the Colorado is sure to meet your workday needs. Perhaps this is why it was a 2020 Kelly Blue Book Best Buy. This year features a few new appearance options and some cosmetic changes.
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In today’s increasingly competitive full-size truck segment, auto manufacturers are consistently looking for innovative new ideas to give them an edge. Horsepower numbers, max towing capacity figures and fuel efficiency specs between comparable trims from competing manufacturers is akin to splitting hairs. The margins between them are often so close, that it’s hardly justifiable to select one particular model over the other. So it comes down to the minute details—the innovative features and technologies that enable owners to truly connect with their truck and feel confident in their buying decisions.
For the upcoming model year, Chevrolet engineers went back to the drawing board in an attempt to make the Silverado even more appealing to audiences who by now believe they have seen it all. In true “sit back and hold my beverage” fashion, Chevrolet engineers have added a new Multi-Flex Tailgate to the Silverado for the 2021 model year that is sure to make you the center of the party at any future tailgating event.
Nearly a quarter of the way through the 21st century, we’ve certainly come a long way from the days when tailgates merely served as the gatekeeper to prohibit contents from the pickup bed from spilling out onto the road. For more than 50 years, it’s true that consumers really haven’t asked for much from their tailgate. But in this new era of innovation and technology, you have to stand out from the crowd.
Available Built-In Bluetooth Kicker Sound System
The 2021 Silverado’s Multi-Flex Tailgate will certainly enable you to do just that. With a Kicker sound system integrated directly into the inner tailgate panel featuring two four-inch coaxial drivers and a waterproof amp, no tailgating event or camping trip will go without tunes. The system pumps out over 100 watts of power and is controllable via the built-in buttons in the inner tailgate.
While its available Bluetooth music station is certainly a highlight, the Silverado’s Multi-Flex tailgate isn’t merely just for show. With six unique functions, the tailgate also allows for easier access to contents in the bed, enhanced loading solutions and folding out into a standing workstation.
Simplified Cargo Management
The tailgate’s six configurable positions can be activated via the keyfob or the two tailgate-mounted buttons. The first position, Primary Gate Access, is standard tailgate operation—the same way it’s been done since the early Chevrolet C/K pickup trucks. The second position, Primary Gate Load Stop, is activated when the primary tailgate is lowered and a smaller front section is raised to keep items from sliding out of the bed. This gives you more than two feet of additional cargo length, which is particularly handy when loading lumber.
The third position, Foldable Inner Gate for Easy Access, allows for the inner gate to fold down, making loading and unloading cargo from the bed a far less cumbersome task as you won’t have to reach as far. The fourth position, Full-Width Step, allows the inner gate to fold down into a full width step that can support up to 375 lbs. The fifth position, Inner Gate Load Stop, prevents second tier items from sliding out of the bed, while the sixth position, Inner Gate Work Surface, reveals a stand-up desk as the inner gate is opened outward.
Availability and Pricing
The Multi-Flex Tailgate will be available in early 2021 on all Silverado trim levels—from the Work Truck to the High Country. The 2021 Silverado is available with three different bed lengths—Short (69.92 in.), Standard (79.44 in.) and Long (98.18 in.). Pricing has yet to be announced for the Multi-Flex Tailgate.
Five Top Sites to See in Fort Smith, AR
Nestled along the beautiful Arkansas River, Fort Smith, AR is rich in American history and pristine scenery. The area originated as a military post during the frontier era, and to this day, there are still a variety of historic sites to explore as well as new places to visit and enjoy. At Orr Chevrolet, we are glad to be a member of this thriving small town that has so much to offer to visitors and residents alike.
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Sometimes it can be hard to know where to start when you want to get involved with your community. Do you go to city hall? Do you check for listings at your nearest library or post office? Fortunately, learning how you can help your community is easy in Fort Smith, AR because United Way provides plenty of opportunities to make a difference in the lives of your neighbors.
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When you think of the world’s most capable off-road trucks, the new Ram 1500 TRX and Ford Raptor immediately come to mind. There’s no doubt about it—these full-size pickups are at the very top of the segment for a myriad of reasons.
While Chevrolet doesn’t yet have a full-size competitor to pit against them, rumors of a high-performance Silverado ZRX with a supercharged 6.2L V8 engine are likely to change that very soon. With the ZRX still in the planning stages, the bowtie brand offers another model that delivers unmatched performance and endless fun off-road.
The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 is the most capable off-road midsize pickup ever developed. For only a fraction of the cost of the Ram 1500 TRX (starting at $71,690) and Ford Raptor (starting at $55,150), you can experience the thrill of off-road nirvana in the ZR2.
The ZR2 differs from the rest of the Colorado lineup with a host of exclusive heavy-duty components and off-road equipment built to withstand the most challenging trails imaginable.
2021 Chevrolet Colorado Off-Road Equipment
One of these components is the ZR2’s segment-exclusive Multimatic DSSV shocks. Unlike conventional dampers that work by forcing a piston through a chamber filled with pressurized hydraulic fluid, the Multimatic shocks in the ZR2 replace the piston with a pair of spool valves.
General Motors previously reached out to engineers at Multimatic to design the dampers for the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28—widely regarded to be one of the best handling sports cars ever developed. With spool valve technology, the ZR2’s dampers are both velocity and position-sensitive. They’re soft and compliant for highway travel and firm up and absorb big hits when catapulting over harsh bumps off-road.
The ZR2 also utilizes both driver-selectable electronic locking front and rear differentials—something none of its competitors offer. With the differential locked, the ZR2 can make both tires on the same axle rotate as if on a common shaft. This is especially helpful when terracing up steep terrain and only one wheel has traction.
The locking front differential can only be engaged in 4WD Low at speeds below 25 mph. While it will likely only be used in extreme situations, it will prove to be invaluable when turning back along a steep trail is no longer an option.
The ZR2 provides an additional 44mm of ground clearance over the rest of the Colorado lineup with its factory-installed lift kit. Skid plates and rock sliders are also fitted underneath to protect sensitive equipment underneath from rocks and other unforeseen obstacles.
2021 Chevrolet Colorado Powertrain Options
The 2021 Colorado ZR2 is available with two powertrain options—a 3.6L V6 and 2.8L Duramax turbo diesel.
The 3.6L V6 provides a best-in-class 308 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. It’s certainly the quicker of the two powertrains, but the refinement, capability and efficiency of the 2.8L Duramax is hard to ignore. With its class-leading 369 lb-ft of torque, the ZR2 can tow up to 5,000 lbs.
A V6-equipped ZR2 delivers an EPA estimated 16-mpg city and 18-mpg highway. Efficiency increases significantly with the Duramax engine to an estimated 18-mpg city and 22-mpg highway.
2021 Chevrolet Colorado Pricing
The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 with the 3.6L V6 starts at $44,395 after destination and delivery. If you want the Duramax-powered ZR2, add $3500 to the starting MSRP for a total of $47,895.
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