Our team members here at Cochran Chevrolet are no strangers to Boardman’s cold winter months, and we’re sure you’re quite familiar with them as well. If you’re thinking about buying a vehicle, you may consider how cold weather can affect its performance. This detail may be especially important for shoppers who are interested in buying…
Ohio drivers face real challenges when considering electric cars. Harsh winters drain batteries, long country drives require solid range, and finding charging stations can be tricky. But here’s the good news — today’s electric vehicles (EVs) go much farther on a single charge than older models. Some newer EVs can easily handle tough driving conditions….
Chevy has several electric vehicle (EV) options hitting the showroom for the 2024 model year if you’re ready to go electric, including the Blazer EV and Equinox EV. Each midsize SUV offers a comfortable ride, agile handling, and high-end tech features. What are the differences between these two SUVs, and which one best suits your…
Automakers are starting to release more and more electrified versions of their current vehicles or all-new vehicles with electric power, giving you more choice than ever before. Chevrolet has introduced the first-ever all-electric Equinox, an electric vehicle (EV) set to be available in the fall of 2023. This small crossover SUV is capable, confident, and…
Automakers around the world are increasingly shifting towards electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid power trains, and Chevy is no exception. A broad range of new vehicle designs has come onto the market over recent years to meet the requirements of different customers. The three new types of cars we’re starting to see more on the…
When it comes to maintaining cars, electric vehicles are very different from traditional combustion engine vehicles. With combustion engines, oil changes are an important part of maintenance. Changing the oil keeps an engine running properly and prevents it from seizing. EVs don’t have engines, so they don’t use oil. Even though there is no need…
As electric car technology is still relatively recent and dramatically improving with each generation, you might wonder how long the average electric vehicle (EV) will last. You can expect the average electric car powertrain not to require any major replacements or suffer any notable performance decline for at least 10 years, if not 20. If…
To help the world embrace alternative energy sources, the federal government can offer rebates or other incentives when you buy an all-electric or hybrid vehicle. Additionally, some state governments have electric car incentives, so you may be able to get multiple discounts on your next electric car. Ohio does not have state-specific electric car incentives…
Like with a traditional vehicle, an electric vehicle (EV) battery won’t last forever. As a current owner or someone looking to buy an electric car, it’s only natural to wonder what the replacement cost is. We at #1 Cochran Chevrolet are here to provide transparency through our comprehensive guide to EV battery cost. In addition…
Electric vehicles are rapidly becoming the new face of the auto industry, and even pickup trucks are getting an electric upgrade. The Chevrolet Silverado EV and the Ford F-150 Lightning are two of the first fully electric trucks, making them popular choices for customers looking for the power of a pickup with the savings and…