So, you've noticed that your check engine light is on and honestly, you're feeling pretty betrayed. I hear you, friend. It's a tough blow. The big question is WHY, check engine light, WHY?! So what are some of the reason your check engine light might be on? Below you will find the top 5 reasons your check engine light has made an appearance. 1.) Your Oxygen (O2) Sensor needs replacing Your oxygen sensor measures the amount of unburned oxygen in your vehicle's exhaust system. What if I don't replace it? • Your engine will burn more fuel than needed • You will experience loss of fuel economy • Faulty sensor(s) can cause damage to your spark plugs and catalytic converter 2.) Gas cap is loose, damaged or missing Your gas cap seals the fuel system and helps maintain pressure within the fuel tank. It also prevents gasoline fumes (hydrocarbons) from being released into the atmosphere while you aren't driving your car. What if I don't replace it? • You can lose fuel through evaporation • You may make more trips to the gas pump 3.) Catalytic Converter needs replacing Your catalytic converter helps protect our environment by converting harmful carbon monoxide into carbon dioxide. Damage usually occurs due to neglected maintenance. What if I don't replace it? • Your vehicle will not pass an emissions test • You will experience reduced performance and fuel economy • Your car may run at a higher temperature 4.) Mass Airflow Sensor needs replacing (MAF) Your mass airflow sensor measures the amount of air entering the engine to determine how much fuel is needed to run your engine efficiently. What if I don't replace it? • Faulty sensors can cause damage to spark plugs, O2 sensors or catalytic converter • You will experience reduced performance and fuel economy 5.) Spark Plugs or Plug Wires need replacing Your spark plugs ignite the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chamber of your vehicle. The spark plug wires deliver the spark from the ignition coil to the spark plugs. What if I don't replace it? • You will experience poor performance (reduced power, engine missing) and reduced fuel economy • Worn plugs and plug wires can cause clogged catalytic converter or damage to ignition coils and O2 sensors So if your check engine light comes on, be sure to stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta as soon as possible so that we can help you figure out what is wrong, and get your car back on the road!
Making It Out of the Mud!
Lately, Mother Nature has been doing this super cool thing in the "Fall" and "Winter" months where you never actually know what the weather is going to be like. Will it rain? Maybe? Will it be 4 degrees? Who knows. It's suddenly 65 degrees and we're all confused wearing light jackets. And that's all in one day. Welcome to Nebraska, family. Fall leading into winter lends for a lot of mud particularly out on those back roads, so knowing how to get out of a sticky(literally lol) situation will be important! As such, here are some tips for when you get your wheels stuck in some mud. DON'T PANIC Never in the history of panicking has panicking been a productive solution to a problem. I know, I know. Easier said than done, but if you are able to take a step back and think calmly about how to handle the situation you are much more likely to get out. For example, the panicking part of my brain would probably slam my foot on the accelerator, and end up in a much deeper rut, both literally and figuratively. So when you feel those wheels spinning, but you aren't going anywhere. PAUSE. Take a deeeeeep breath. Exhale... don't hold your breath... you need to be conscious to think clearly, bro. Then follow the next steps. SLOW AND STEADY DOES IT This is some turtle and the hare stuff, here friends. Try to gently accelerate out of the rut, perhaps rocking the car a little as you go. If you are lucky, you will ease out of the mud, and you won't have to take any further action. SEEK HELP If that doesn't work, the next best course of action is to find yourself a helpful stranger, or call a buddy. Calm is also a pretty big component of this one too. You will want to use the same method as before-slowly accelerating and rocking-only this time there will be others pushing to help you out of the initial dip. Remember that there are people back there so if you slam on the gas, all that mud that you are trying to escape from is going to lambaste those attempting to help you out. Slowly accelerate and hope that he added boost from your friends, new or old, will get you out of there. CREATE TRACTION Still stuck? Your tires are probably lacking the traction they require to escape. Your next step is to try to create your own traction for your tires. Look around for twigs or leaves, anything you can lay in front of the wheels. If you want to be prepared for future times when you might get stuck in the mud, cat litter is actually an excellent tool in this situation. Other things that might help create traction around you could be an old coat or piece of clothing, a car mat, a blanket, gravel a board, or even a piece of cardboard. ADMIT DEFEAT Know when you're beat, man. It's ok. You're still a winner, ok? Mud is a tricky beast, so sometimes DIY isn't going to get you out of there. After you have tried all of the above without success, call for a tow, or ask a friend, and maybe in the future simply stay away from that area in the future! If you do spend a lot of time traveling down unpaved back roads or have to travel through muddy areas, consider stopping by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta to get yourself a quality Chevy truck that can handle those kinds of conditions. If you already have an awesome vehicle that is literally made for muddy travel, make sure your tires are inflated and have enough tread. A bald tire is very likely going to get stuck in the mud! If they're worn down and need replacing, stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta to get yourself some new tires.
EmBARKING On A Journey With Your Pup
Having a new puppy is one of the best and worst experiences. That lil' ball of energy that just wants to give you all of its love, is also singlehandedly eating its way through your couch and left you a "present" on the bathroom mat. It's a process, the training of a new puppy. Similarly, it takes time to get your new pup car trip ready. You can't just throw your pup in the car and take off and expect them to not totally freak out. Granted, it could happen. They could be totally chill about their first ever car ride, but making sure that the car is a place of calm rather than panic, it's important to take the following steps to get your pup ready for road trips! Preparing Your Pup In an effort to avoid totally traumatizing your pup with your car, you'll want to SLOWLY acclimate your pup to car rides. While your car is not running, we recommend you let your pet get inside and walk around for a while. We also recommend shorter trips at first with dogs that aren't used to car travel until they get used to it and show they can handle it. You can keep them comfortable by: Providing a blanket or comforter, along with pillows, for their seating area. Not feeding them right before you leave. Would you eat a huge cheeseburger before riding a roller coaster? Not unless you want to do a magic trick and make that cheeseburger magically reappear. No food before car rides. Your pup will thank you. Make a nest of blankets and toys in a crate. Get them comfortable with the crate as a happy space, not as a punishment. Making it extra comfy will be a bit part of this. Bringing chew toys and other supplies. Prep to Dispose of Messes and Waste Accidents happen, especially when your pup is new to car rides or if you are emBARKING on a longer road trip with fewer rest stops. Make sure you have paper towels and plastic baggies for the accidents that do happen. So, to find the perfect vehicle for your drive with your best furry friend, stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta today!
November Vehicle Specials That Will Fix A Family Feud
Watching football on Thanksgiving has been a family tradition since well before I was born. My dad and my uncles are some of the biggest fans I know of. Last year, my dad and my uncle were rooting for opposing teams for the first time in YEARS. It didn't go well, y'all. My uncle's team won and my dad is STILL bitter. I figure it is my sworn duty as family peacekeeper to butter them up a bit this year before Thanksgiving. The good news is that job is going to be SUPER easy with the specials at Harchelroad Motors! It'll be pretty hard to stay mad when you drive up to Thanksgiving dinner in one of these sweet rides. I don't know about your dad, but mine has a soft spot for a Camaro. It's been his weakness since his childhood. Imagine the childlike wonder that will be all over his face when I tell him that he could get a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT for only $29,605!! That's savings of over $3,000 off MSRP! It'd be hard for any Camaro loving relative to pass that up! My uncle has been talking about getting a new truck for YEARS. GOOD NEWS UNCLE BRIAN, at Harchelroad Motors, you can get yourself a 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT for $41,379! Total savings of over $7,000 off MSRP! If that doesn't patch up a little spat between brothers, I don't know what will! There are also specials on the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze LT and Impala Premier, and 2017 Buick Envision Essence, and Lacrosse Essence! Harchelroad has a variety of options that are sure to patch up whatever family feud arises this holiday season! So come down to Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta, at 530 East Highway 6, Imperial, NE 69033 to be the hero of your family feud and leave with an amazing vehicle and great savings to congratulate yourself and your family for surviving another holiday together! *All specials expire on 11/30/17 see specials page for full details.
Emergency Preparedness, It's a Way of Life
There are 2 kinds of people. People that make emergency preparation a lifestyle, and people who have accidents frequently, but they somehow manage to NEVER be prepared for them. I am very clearly the sort of person who frequently ends up in accidents and is always shocked that it's happened. Car battery dies, no way to jump start my car. Tire goes flat, has the spare tire but doesn't have the car jack or wrench to actually replace the tire. That sort of thing. You'd think that I'd have learned by now. My grandma has even called me "reckless", which honestly hurt. I ALWAYS have emergency food supplies, so like... my priorities are straight here. BUT, to ease her mind I have decided to get together an emergency kit for my car because... well, it needs to happen. Just because your car appears in good shape, there's no guarantee problems won't arise. You never know when something's going to happen to your car no matter how well you maintain it. Here are the must-have items that should be part of every car emergency kit: 1. Charged cell phone and a car charger so that your phone is fully charged every time you're on the road. 2. First-aid kit. Aside from the obvious items like band-aids, you should also have adhesive tape, gauze pads, aspirin, antiseptic wipes, antiseptic cream or ointment, and any particular medications or items you or your family may need like an EpiPen. 3. Fire Extinguisher. It should be rated for Class B and Class C fires by the National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA. Class B fires are those that involve flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, diesel fuel, and kerosene. Class C fires involve energized electrical equipment such as switches, panel boxes, and batteries. 4. Three reflective warning triangles. While many prepackaged emergency kits contain one warning triangle, having multiples is preferred. 5. Tire gauge 6. Foam tire sealant as a quick and relatively inexpensive way to repair a flat. 7. Car Jack and wrench if the tire blows out and can't be fixed. 8. Jumper cables 9. Flashlight (waterproof) and extra batteries 10. Gloves 11. Rags 12. Duct tape 13. Tow strap or tow rope capable of towing at least 6,000 lbs. 14. Multipurpose utility tool 15. Rain poncho 16. Drinking water 17. Nonperishable snacks 18. Warm blanket. 19. Snow shovel. 20. Cat litter. It works as well as sand beneath the tires for traction and weighs less. 21. Windshield ice scraper I recommend keeping these items in a large Tupperware bin. It's easier to keep everything organized and you'll know exactly where everything is when you need it. One of the best ways to prevent an issue with your vehicle is to keep up with your vehicle's maintenance, so be sure to stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta for service today. In the event you do end up in an emergency situation in which your vehicle is broken down, have your vehicle towed to Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta and we'll be glad to get your vehicle sorted out.
Lighten Up!
Makin' your way downtown, driving fast, faces pass and your homebound, but it's dark out...more dark than normal. You've got your headlights on, but they don't seem quite as bright as they usually do. You've already made sure your battery and alternator are in good shape, that's the first logical step after all. But the lights are still a bit dim. Your next step should be to take a good hard look at the lights themselves. I don't know about you, but driving in the dark is not my idea of a good time. Alternately, other drivers not being able to see me is just dangerous. So if you're looking to return your headlights to their former splendor, check out these tips. Phase 1: Do they look dirty? If you're looking at your headlights and can't actually identify where the lights are in the headlight, it's possible you need to wipe those guys down. It's amazing how much some glass cleaner and a dream can clear up. That could fix the whole situation! Use some glass cleaner or at least some soapy water and a clean rag. Wipe them down well, and see if they shine bright like a diamond with the lights on. If that doesn't clear up your nighttime visibility, it's time to move to phase 2. Phase 2: Headlight reconditioning. This tends to be a bit more of an involved process, so we recommend taking your vehicle to your friends at Harchelroad Motors to take care of this. If they're still not fixed, have your dealer look at the bulbs (or capsules) that are the actual headlights. They could be burning out. If you have halogen bulbs, you should see if you can get them upgraded to either brighter halogens or LED capsules, which are also brighter generally than older halogen bulbs. Your headlights don't seem that important until you have to go LITERALLY anywhere in the dark...those bad boys are going to be your best friends for life! So if you notice that your headlights are dim, dirty or dying, feel free to stop by Harchelroad Motors today and we'll be happy to help!
Top 5 Reasons To Love the 2018 Chevy Equinox
Ok, I love my car. No really. It's got a LOT of pretty awesome features that make my daily life simple and fun. Just to prove it, here are my top 5 FAVORITE things about my 2018 Chevy Equinox! FRONT SEAT Let's talk about how comfortable the seats are. They are CRAZY comfy! Like my body is cradled lovingly by the seats and I just really appreciate that. Additionally, the dual cockpit seating affords you a very accessible center console which makes grabbing for 'things' right at your fingertips easy! Screen controls to coffee cups - it's all there, and all you have to do is reach! INTERIOR SPACE The interior of the 2018 Chevy Equinox provides over 63.5 cubic feet of cargo space which is glorious when you have a family. Particularly a family with small children who are just starting to discover the joys of "after school activities". You might think, how much space could a 5-year-old's soccer gear possibly take up? The correct answer is the whole trunk and part of the back seat, as it turns out. The Equinox provides plenty of space for all of her gear and enough room for me to fit the groceries too! MPG Gas mileage is incredible in this crossover, in fact, you get an estimated 39 MPG on the highway! When you need to haul small children all over this good green earth, you will definitely be thanking your Equinox on a daily basis for its exceptional mileage. SAFETY A few other safety features that help you out when you are driving are things like Low-Speed Forward Automatic Braking which translates to this: If you are driving below 50 MPH and there is a potential collision you have not sensed, the vehicle senses it for you, and auto applies the brakes. Side blind zone alert is perfect for blind spot monitoring. The alert lets you know when someone is in your blind spot so you don't merge into them. TAILGATE I'm not sure if you're familiar with life with small children, but let me tell you, you never in your life have free hands. Even when you think your hands are free, they're not. Additionally, the number of times that your hands are full when you need to get to your trunk is inevitably EVERY time you need to get to your trunk. Now with just a motion of your foot under the vehicle, the hands-free gesture tailgate just opens like magic. It's just such a simple yet important feature. So if you just read this list and thought to yourself, oh man. I NEED that vehicle in my life (I get it, I also felt that) stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta today. We'll be happy to get you a test drive in what will surely be your next car.
Renewing Your Registration in Nebraska
Part of being a car owner is the regular practice of renewing your vehicle's registration. In Nebraska, you must carry a current registration certificate in your car and display a current sticker on your license plate, so this is something fairly important that you, as a driver, should be aware of. The process for updating your registration is fairly similar, but will differ slightly state to state. To make your life a bit easier, we thought we'd collect the info you need to update your Registration in Nebraska here on our Harchelroad Motors blog. Remember, if you have any questions you can always consult your state's DMV website and they'll have more detailed information for you there. By way of mail you will receive a registration renewal notice from The Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) BEFORE your car registration expires. The notice will list the fees and taxes you must pay in order to renew your registration. If you didn't get yours, be sure to contact the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles as soon as possible so that you can continue to drive your vehicle legally. Once you have your renewal notice, you can proceed to update your registration in one of three ways. You can renew your Nebraska DMV registration: Online. By mail. In person. Online Renewal: Your renewal notice OR your current vehicle registration certificate. A form of payment for the applicable fee Once you send in your application online your new vehicle registration card and license plate sticker will arrive at your address currently on file with the DMV within 5 business days. If you haven't received your registration documents, you can check the status of your order by contacting the DMV. It's also important to note that there are a few circumstances in which you would not be able to complete your registration update online. Ineligible Vehicles: Vehicles that have certain license plates affixed: • Amateur radio license plates. • Pearl Harbor survivor license plates. Vehicles that have a tax-exempt status. Vehicles used for farm and commercial purposes that are registered for over 27 tons. Vehicles whose registration has been expired 1 year or more. By Mail or In Person: The bottom portion of your renewal notice, OR your current registration card. Proof of financial responsibility, such as a certificate of insurance. Payment for your fee. (See "NE Vehicle Registration Renewal Fees" below.) Send or take the documents listed above and payment to the county treasurer office, the address is provided on your renewal notice. Much like the online application, you will receive your updated registration by mail at the address provided on your information. NE Vehicle Registration Renewal Fees Nebraska vehicle registration fees and taxes vary based on several factors, including: The age of your vehicle. The value of your vehicle. The county where your car is registered. Your total registration renewal fee is a combination of motor vehicle tax and various other fees: Motor vehicle tax. Based on value and county. Motor vehicle fee. Based on value, weight, and use of vehicle. Registration fees. State and county fees. When you purchase a new or used vehicle from Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta make sure you keep up with your vehicle registration! If you're looking for a new vehicle, stop by and we'll be happy to find you your next vehicle. https://www.dmv.org/ne-nebraska/registration-renewal.php
Specials to FALL in Love With
Fall is the season for a WHOLE BUNCH of family-friendly activities and adventures! The trick to having the perfect fall adventure is to have the best possible ride to get it all done! So if you're looking for a smooth ride to enjoy the beautiful change in the foliage the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze LT is a beautiful option and can be bought for $19,336! That's a pretty sweet deal! Perhaps you're looking to bring home a bunch of apples for that apple pie grandma always makes for the family! You'll want to check out our 2017 Buick Envision Essence which can be bought for just $36,535! You'll definitely fit a barrel or two of apples in there! Maybe you're looking to step up your pumpkin picking game? Want to find the Great Pumpkin and make all of your neighbors envious? Check out the 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 4WD LT Crew at the insanely low price of $38,138! Or perhaps you've got a LOT of friends who want to pick up A LOT of pumpkins and need a bit more seating to accommodate? Check out the 2018 Chevy Traverse 3LT which you can buy for $42,585! Adventuring in comfort is well worth it with these savings! So if fall is getting you thinking of changing up your ride, stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta! We'll get you behind the wheel of a vehicle that will have you FALLing head over Wheels!
Eyes On the Back Of Your Chevy
There are so many different things to focus on when you're driving that it becomes impossible to focus on all of it by yourself unless you have about 4 pairs of eyes. The good news is that if safety features are your main concern as a driver, parent, or just as a person, the all-new 2018 Chevrolet Equinox has a variety of safety features to keep you safe so you don't have quite so much to focus on at once. Typically when you're looking at a crossover, you're looking for comfort and convenience, and unfortunately, sometimes safety is overlooked. The all-new 2018 Chevrolet Equinox provides all the fun features you'd expect and all the safety features you need. Keeping its passengers safe is a priority for the Equinox. Offering a suite of active safety technologies and adaptive crash-avoidance features that will have you and even your teen driver feeling safer behind the wheel. Teen Driver technology allows parents to set certain vehicle controls and review an in-vehicle report card with their teens, helping to encourage safe driving habits, making safety features a teaching tool. "The Chevrolet Equinox ramps up its awareness and protection capability with an even broader range of available technologies designed to assist drivers in everyday situations," said Ray Kiefer, General Motors Active Safety technical fellow. "From daily driving to parking and crash avoidance, it can help the occupants avoid trouble altogether." There are a variety of available advanced active safety features that use radar and camera-based technologies to improve awareness on the road for drivers of all kinds. These technologies can provide warnings about potential threats which will help the driver react accordingly a bit quicker than they would have without these technologies. Some of these features include: New Safety Alert Seat New Surround Vision New Forward Collision Alert with Following Distance Indicator New Low-Speed Forward Automatic Braking New Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning New Rear Seat Reminder Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert Rear Cross Traffic Alert With its new stronger body structure and advanced driver safety assistance features the 2018 Chevy Equinox is ready for just about anything. Adding to the already impressive features, the Surround Vision technology is a new feature that allows you to see the Equinox from a bird's-eye view of your vehicle which will help drivers more confidently maneuver when reversing, parking or trailering. If you don't have Surround Vision, no worries. This year the rear-vision camera system is now a standard feature for all Chevy models! All of these new and exciting technologies don't, however, eliminate the need for the more traditional safety features so you will also find six standard airbags, including frontal driver and passenger airbags; roof rail-mounted head curtain side airbags that help protect the front and outboard rear seating positions; and front-seat-mounted side-impact airbags. Additional safety features include: Front passenger seat occupant sensing system; rollover sensing and protection system Collapsible pedal assembly to help protect against lower-extremity injuries Three-point safety belts in all five seating positions, safety belt retractor pretensioners and lap pretensioners in the driver- and front-passenger positions, and front safety belt load limiters LATCH child seat latching system in the rear seat Tire pressure monitoring system and daytime running lamps All of the Equinox's crash-avoiding and passenger-protecting technologies are built into a stronger body structure that incorporates high-strength steel in key areas to help prevent intrusion into the passenger compartment. To check out the 2018 Chevy Equinox or other Chevy models, stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta today! We'll be happy to help you find your next vehicle!
I Don't Have a Decoder Ring For This!
I often feel like I'm lost in a foreign country where I do not know the language when I'm trying to decode my car's dashboard. Like, I know that it's trying to tell me something...something that is very likely important, but I have no idea what it is. For all I know, it could be saying that Timmy fell down the well. WHO'S to say! As it turns out, your handy dandy owner's manual, that's who. I come from the generation of, meh I'll figure it out as I go. Turns out there is a WAY easier way that we have been totally overlooking. If you also struggle with the meaning of these somewhat obscure symbols flashing on your dashboard and don't seem to have the decoder ring you require to figure it out, allow me to help you with this handy guide. 1. Engine Temperature warning light What it looks like: A squiggly boat What it means: Your engine is too hot. 2. Tire Pressure Warning Light What it looks like: A cauldron filled with very exciting soup What it means: One or more of your tires needs to be inflated a wee bit. 3. Oil Pressure Warning What it looks like: A genie's lamp What it means: Your engine is running low on oil, or there is an issue with your car's oil pressure system. 4. Traction Control What it looks like: A ribbon dancing sedan What it means: The car's traction control system is engaged 5. Engine Warning What it looks like: a yellow submarine, a yellow submarine, a yellow submarine What it means: It could be any number of things, but the most common issues include: Your Oxygen (O2) Sensor needs replacing Gas cap is loose, damaged or missing Catalytic Converter needs replacing Mass Airflow Sensor needs replacing (MAF) Spark Plugs or Plug Wires need replacing 6. Battery Alert What it looks like: A math lego. What it means: The car's charging system is short of power. You are running solely on battery. 7. Fuel Indicator Symbol What it looks like: An ATM Fighting a cobra What it means: Your car is running low on fuel 8. Airbag Indicator What it looks like: A poodle with a ball on its back What it means: One of your airbags, or the airbag system, in general, may have an issue 9. Fog Lamp Indicator What it looks like: A Jellyfish holding a rope What it means: Your fog lights are on 10. Traction Control Malfunction Slightly deconstructed deathly hallows. What it means: There is an issue with your Anti-skid system Hopefully, this was helpful to you. Should your vehicle display any of these warning lights, stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta today and we'll get your car back on the road in no time!
Teaching Your Teen Driver With Technology
As a parent, having your teen out on the road is one of the most nerve-wracking things! You know that you can't hold onto them forever, but it doesn't make it easier when they start taking their first steps out of the nest. Fortunately, Chevy has teen driver technology that allows my kids to have the freedom they want without me having to feel like I'm just sending them off into the world. I trust my child and know that they will make safe choices, by the truth of the matter is that drivers between the age of 16 and 19 have a driving fatality rate three times higher than drivers over the age of 20. So for this reason, Chevy's Teen Driver Technology is actually saving lives out there. Using the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, which has the latest MyLink system that features the Teen Driver technology, as an example, let's take a look at some of the features you can expect to keep your teen safe. The Teen Driver system is included at no extra cost on this particular model. The Cruze also has several additional safety features including forward collision, rear cross traffic, and lane change alerts as part of the "driver confidence package." To set up Teen Driver features for your vehicle all you have to do is go into your MyLink settings and create a PIN code and key for your Teen Driver. This will create the limits for that particular driver. This way if you have more than one teen (God bless you) the settings will be individualized for each teen. These settings allow you to limit the vehicle speed by setting a maximum volume limit. You can even create a speed warning for the driver at a specific speed between 40 and 75 mph to remind them to slow things down a bit. In addition to these custom settings, the system will mute the audio until all passengers have fastened their seatbelts and does not allow any safety features such as traction control or lane keep assist (on equipped models) to be disabled. The only true speed limiting setting will not allow the driver to go over 85 mph, which hopefully isn't an issue in the first place. The Chevrolet MyLink system also keeps track of driving habits and can create a driving "report card" for your teen so that you can keep tabs on how they are doing. All of the available technology could certainly help a younger driver be more aware on the road, and their own driving habits all while providing parents like myself the peace of mind they need. Distracted driving isn't something to take lightly. It can happen to anyone, which is why it is so important to reinforce good driving habits when your teen is still learning. Many may feel like a feature like Teen Driver removes any trust a parent may have for their child. But really, this isn't a matter of not trusting your child. It's a matter of having and using the tools to provide your teen with a safe driving experience and help them develop healthy driving skills as they go! To check out the Chevy Cruze and Teen Driver Technology, or any other Chevy vehicle, stop by Harchelroad Motors of Imperial and Wauneta today. We'll be happy to answer any questions you may have and get you a test drive so that you can see these incredible features at work for yourself!