All Aboard the All-Electric 2017 Chevy Bolt EV

Chevrolet offers affordable electric car with up to 200 miles on full charge; production starts late 2016

Almost a year ago, Chevrolet set out on a mission to build an all-electric vehicle to compete in the ever-growing EV marketplace. This week, the bowtie brand unveiled the completed model of the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Though the color changed from orange to silver, the idea still remains: offer an all-electric vehicle for all consumers.

“It was less than a year ago that we revealed the Bolt EV concept and promised to deliver a long-range electric vehicle attainable by the masses,” GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra said. “The Bolt EV is capable of using the latest mobile app technology to enable car sharing, advanced GPS routing and gamification, all designed to enhance the ownership experience now and into the future.”



Debuting officially at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, the Bolt takes cues from its hybrid Volt cousin and from suggestions of Volt owners across America. These new technologies make the Chevy Bolt easier to own as a long-range electric vehicle.

More accurate driving range projections can be given based on the time of day and weather. The lower-energy Bluetooth is specially designed for the Chevy Bolt and can connect a smartphone as you approach the vehicle. And, of course, the available 4G LTE Wi-fi, a staple of many new Chevrolets, can turn the Bolt into a mobile hotspot.

The new MyChevrolet Mobile App gives Bolt owners important information such as:

—Vehicle charge status
—OnStar Map service
—Remote start
—Cabin pre-conditioning
—Owner’s manual information
—Dealer service scheduling

If you’re ready for an American all-electric and affordable vehicle, you’ll want to check out a Chevy Bolt! Production is slated for the tail-end of 2016, so in about a calendar year or so, expect it to go on sale in all 50 states, including Missouri’s No. 1 Chevy dealer, Jim Butler Chevrolet!

To learn more about our hybrid vehicles or other new Chevrolets near St. Louis, give us a call at 636-349-3222 or contact Jim Butler Chevrolet online!

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Chevrolet Models Rank in Top 2 Spots for Google’s Most Searched of 2015

Two other Chevrolet models crack Top 10 as Chevrolet is most searched car brand of the year

For Chevrolet, 2015 was a whirlwind year. Not only did the popularity rise and awards flood in including a sweep of Motor Trend’s vehicles of the year awards, but Chevy was the highest searched automotive brand of the year on Google.

Google trends released its search results for 2015 in every category from automotive to sports, from politics to questions about dogs. In the car models trends, Chevrolet took spots 1, 2, 4 and 8. The top two spots belonged to the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu and the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado at 1 and 2 respectively. Spot No. 4 belonged to the new 2016 Camaro, while Motor Trend’s Truck of the Year the 2016 Colorado held the eighth position.

The only other brand to come close to Chevrolet’s four in Google’s Top 10 was FCA with two. With the new advances and variety available for 2015 for Chevrolet fans in St. Louis and across the country, it was only apt that Chevrolet turned up for so many searches.

“To see Chevrolet on top of trending car and truck model searches for 2015 further emphasizes that the product, design and technologies that make up our vehicles are resonating with consumers,” Paul Edwards, vice president of Chevrolet marketing, said.

A new hybrid variant in 2016 may have helped lead to the amount of searches for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. General Motors estimates the new 2016 Malibu hybrid to get up to 48 mpg in the city. One of the big additions to many Chevrolet models in 2016 is the addition of Apple CarPlay and eventually Android Auto, and the 2016 Malibu is no exception.

The Camaro and Colorado’s Car of the Year and Truck of the Year from Motor Trend were certainly deserved, and awards such as these probably played a big role in the searches. Naturally, when someone hears about such high profile awards, the research follows. The Silverado is still one of the most popular vehicles period, and it’s no surprise that it would make the list this high up.

The No. 1 Chevy dealer in Missouri, Jim Butler Chevrolet in Fenton, MO, is also the No. 1 Silverado dealer in St. Louis! As a Chevy dealer serving St. Louis, we invite you to check out the No. 1 searched car brand for yourself! Call us today at 636-349-3222 or contact Jim Butler Chevrolet online to schedule a Silverado test drive near St. Louis!

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Is Your Car Ready for Winter in St. Louis?

Now that the weather is turning colder in the St. Louis area, it's a good time to prepare your car for a long, cold winter. But if you're not the handy type, where do you start?

Mike Simms, service manager at Jim Butler Chevrolet in Fenton, offers tips to keep your car operating safely, so you don't end up on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck.

Jim Butler Winter Car Care Tips:

•    Keep a roadside emergency kit in your trunk. If you get stranded or stuck, you’ll be glad you have these helpful items with you: flashlight, blanket, small shovel, gloves, coolant, window washer fluid.
•     Check your battery. When the temperature drops, so does battery power. And a cold engine needs more battery power to start. That's why older batteries often fail in cold weather. Unless you have a new battery, you should have it tested. Bring your car in and we'll do this for free.
•    Check the antifreeze. Coolant expands when it freezes, and that's bad because it can damage your engine. Make sure you refill with antifreeze that can withstand winter temps. For older cars, we recommend flushing out the old coolant. If you're not sure where to put the coolant, don't take a guess ... just bring your car in and we’ll point it out for you and fill it up for free.
•    Fill up on windshield washer fluid. This is critical if you’re driving in low visibility such as a snowstorm, ice storm or fog. A dirty windshield reduces visibility even more. Check your owner's manual to find out the right type of fluid for your car.
•    Check wipers. Winter is a good time to replace your wipers since we get a fair amount of snow and ice in St. Louis. This should be done every year. If the rubber on the blades are torn, or if the wipers leave streak marks on your windshield, they should definitely be replaced. Stop by our service center if you have any trouble putting on new wipers … we’ll help out free of charge.
•    Inspect your tires. "Bad" tires have worn treads, uneven wear, or degraded rubber.  Cracking or dry rot on the rim is also a bad sign. Worn out tires can't handle slick or icy roads well and that's why its dangerous to drive on old tires.
•    Check your tire pressure. Tire pressure drops when the temperature drops, and having too little air in your tires makes them less able to grip wet or icy roads. Low tire pressure also decreases fuel efficiency and causes the tires to wear out faster. To find the proper pressure for your car, look for the PSI printed on the door jam. Use a tire pressure gauge (we like electronic gauges) to check air pressure and fill as needed.

GET MORE INFO AT JIMBUTLERCHEVROLET.COM/WINTER-READY

Complete our checklist and you’ll be on the road to safe winter driving. Let us know if we can help – our FREE 27-point inspection covers all of the items on the checklist and much more. All makes and models qualify! Just call the Jim Butler Chevrolet Service Center at 866-666-2068 or schedule service online!

FREE TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE! The first 200 people to stop by Jim Butler Chevrolet this winter will receive a free electronic tire gauge!  Just ask us about it in the Service Center.

2016 Chevrolet Models Win Nearly A Dozen Awards in One Week

Coveted Motor Trend Car and Truck of the Year, Green Car of the Year among awards earned by Chevy

Chevrolet had quite the whirlwind week in mid-November in terms of awards. According to Automotive News, Chevrolet took home 12 awards in the span of seven days, quite possibly the most ever in one week for the brand. These award winners can be found at or on their way to Jim Butler Chevrolet in Fenton, MO, another award-winner as the No. 1 Chevy dealer in Missouri!

Camaro, Colorado Win Top Honors

Two of the most prized awards in the automotive industry were both won by two different Chevy vehicles with changes for the 2016 model year.

The most advanced Camaro ever, the 2016 Camaro, won Motor Trend’s 2016 Car of the Year. Chevy’s muscle car beat out models such as the BMW 7 series, Audi TT, Honda Civic and Mazda MX-5 Miata. Motor Trend summed up the Camaro’s impressive performance with “one of the finest driving vehicles in the world at any price.”

For Motor Trend’s 2016 Truck of the Year, it was a repeat for the Chevrolet Colorado. This compact truck added an all-new 2.8-liter Duramax diesel engine to top the other five finalists. Towing, payload, handling, driving — it didn’t matter when it came to the 2016 Colorado. The engineers at Chevy almost managed to make the 2016 Colorado the most fuel-efficient pickup truck in America with up to 31 mpg on the highway.

2016 Volt Named Green Car of the Year, KBB winner

The 2016 Chevrolet Volt was given the honors of Green Car of the Year from Green Car Journal at the recent LA Auto Show. Judges were impressed with the 2016 Volt’s sleek design, energy-dense batteries, new electric motors and quicker acceleration. The new Volt beat out hybrid competition such as the Toyota Prius and Audi A3 E-Tron. This marks the second Green Car of the Year award for the Volt, winning previously in 2011.

The same features that impressed the Green Car Journal editors were found favorable with Kelley Blue Book (KBB). The 2016 Volt also won the KBB Best Buy Award for the Electric/Hybrid category.

Chevrolet mainstays get recognition

KBB wasn’t finished dishing out the hardware to Chevrolet just yet. The 2016 Tahoe topped the Full-Size SUV/Crossover segment for a second straight year; KBB cited its style, comfort and economy. The 2016 Corvette was named KBB’s 2016 Sports/Performance Car Best Buy Award Winner, and Chevy’s performance coupe also won the AutoGuide.com Reader’s Choice Sports Car of the Year beating out the Dodge Viper ACR and Jaguar F-Type R coupe among other big names.

The 2016 Impala wasn’t without its fair share. KBB was impressed by its technology, roominess and affordability. The full-size sedan won KBB’s 2016 Full-Size Car Best Buy award.

What an impressive week for Chevrolet! Come check out each of these award winners at Jim Butler Chevrolet, the No. 1 Chevrolet dealership in the state of Missouri. To learn more about your favorite 2016 award winner, call us at 636-349-3222, or you can set up a test drive by contacting us online.

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Gateway 180 and Jim Butler Chevrolet Team Up

This year Jim Butler Chevrolet has teamed up with Gateway 180 of St. Louis to raise awareness and give back to those in need. Gateway 180 is reversing homelessness they are a valuable resource for women, children and families experiencing the unimaginable burden of homelessness. They provide safe, nurturing emergency shelter and supportive housing services designed to empower and lead these families back to independent and permanent housing.

Starting on Monday 11/23/2015 we will be collecting much needed children’s items, we will have a designated Silverado on the showroom floor to hold all the items until Saturday 12/19/2015 please place your donated items on the back of the truck and if you have any questions, please see Robin Forsythe.

The items being collected are as follows: diapers, pull-ups, formula, combs, brushes, bath towels, washcloths, socks, underwear, and educational games. These basic necessities are very much needed and will help bring comfort to the children and families at Gateway 180. If you rather give a monetary donation, please see Robin and we will have Santa’s little helpers go shopping for you & place those items in the back of the Silverado on the sales floor. 

Also make sure to ask a sales associate on how to get your hands on a special edition ornament to benefit Gateway 180. 

We want to thank you ahead of time for helping the children and families being affected this holiday season.

Jim Butler Chevrolet

 759 GRAVOIS BLUFFS BVLD. FENTON MO 

636-349-3222

Chevy Colorado Repeats as Motor Trend Truck of the Year

New diesel variant takes home top honors with engineering excellence and America’s best efficiency

Chevrolet followed up a huge award with a repeat as the 2016 Chevy Colorado was named the 2016 Motor Trend Truck of the Year. The new 2.8-liter Duramax diesel engine set it apart from the competition, and the judges at Motor Trend gave its Truck of the Year honors to the Colorado mid-size pickup.

Motor Trend tested the latest trucks that many makes had to offer, and the Colorado impressed so much that it repeated as champion. In Motor Trend’s own test, the mpgs of the Colorado were the most fuel-efficient midsize truck on the market. With up to 31 mpg on the highway (FWD models), the Duramax-equipped Colorado trounced its competition.

Even as an AWD model, the 2016 Colorado diesel still ranked a hair over 29 mpg on the highway, so if you like taken the road less traveled, you can still get the efficiency you want even with an AWD Colorado. According to Motor Trend, the gasoline engines on the 2016 Colorado (2.5-L I4 and 3.6-L V6) also offer class-leading fuel economy.

Towing a 7,600-pound trailer, the Colorado managed a quarter-mile time in 23.4 seconds in Motor Trend’s evaluations. Chevrolet claims the 2016 Colorado can tow up to 7,700 pounds with the available trailer towing package. This pickup may be smaller than a Silverado, but it can live up to the challenge.

Motor Trend called the 2016 Colorado’s styling “sporty and handsome yet underrated.” What stood out to the editors at Motor Trend was both the design and function of the Colorado. The cabin is set up in a way that key knobs and dials are within an arm’s reach.

All of this made the 2016 Colorado Motor Trend’s 2016 Truck of the Year, the second straight for the Chevy Colorado.

2016 Colorado also wins AutoGuide.com’s Truck of the Year

The Colorado might want to add some more room to the trophy shelf. The 2016 Colorado diesel was also named AutoGuide.com Reader’s Choice Truck of the Year.

“Power from this diesel engine is fantastic,” Stephen Elmer, AutoGuide.com‘s truck expert, said. “With all of the torque coming on at just 2,000 rpm, this little engine pulls with confidence and strength.”

It’s time to think about an award-winner for your next truck. At Jim Butler Chevrolet, the No. 1 Chevy dealer in Missouri, we have the 2016 Colorado in-stock near St. Louis! We invite you to contact us online or give us a call at 636-349-3222 to learn more about this award-winner and to schedule a test drive!

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St. Louis Making Strides Walk #IDriveFor Photos

Thank You to all who participated and walked this weekend at the St. Louis Making Strides walk against Breast Cancer. To view, download and share photos please click on the following link. 

Camaro For A Cause

Upload and share your photos with the hashtag #IDriveFor and Chevy will donate $5 for every picture shared. 

The Jim Butler team is so close to reaching their goal of $20,000 and is still accepting donations. To contribute towards the cause donations can still be made here 

Jim Butler Auto Group for Making Strides