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Here at Chandler Chevrolet, we know that Madison, IN is far more than a great place to do business. It’s also a caring community and a wonderful place to live. There’s something for everyone here in Madison. Our location on the beautiful Ohio River provides lovely scenery, and outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy everything from hiking at Clifty Falls State Park to fishing on the river to birdwatching at the Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge. Community sports programs are a big deal here, too, with activities available for all ages. Madison’s charming historic downtown is one of our favorite perks of living here. Whether you prefer browsing for antiques, touring art galleries, or eating at top-notch restaurants, you’re guaranteed to have a good time whenever you come out to support our local businesses. Downtown is also the focal point for special events in Madison — and we sure do love our festivals here! The Madison Regatta is our most famous event, but there’s also River Roots, Spring Old Court Days, Madison Ribberfest, the Christmas Parade, Fourth Fridays … the list goes on and on. If you like getting away for an occasional taste of big-city life, Madison is the perfect place to live. We’re only about an hour drive from Louisville and Cincinnati, and just two hours from Indianapolis. These are just a few of the reasons we love Madison, but we’re saving the best for last: Our town’s greatest feature is its kind and friendly residents, and we’re proud to serve them each and every day here at Chandler Chevrolet.

The Chevy Silverado competed alongside the Colorado ZR2 in the Laughlin Desert Classic, an off-road race that takes place during the Best in the Desert Racing Series in Laughlin, NV. This is the first time the Chevy Silverado has competed in a race. Before the Best in the Desert series, the only truck Chevy had raced was the Colorado, using the ZR2 model in off-road competitions. Chevy plans to enter the Silverado in six races in the series in 2020. To develop the off-road Chevy Silverado used in the Laughlin Desert Classic, Chevy started with a Silverado LT Trail Boss that you can buy at Chandler Chevrolet. The production model comes with a 6.2-liter V8 engine that puts out 420 horsepower and a 10-speed automatic transmission. For the race, Chevy added a new suspension developed for long travel, high-capacity dampers, and special shocks, along with 35-inch tires designed for off-roading and skid plates that cover essential underbody parts. The special dampers, called Multimatic Dynamic Suspensions Spool Valve dampers, or DSSV dampers, were originally used on the Colorado ZR2 and greatly improved the Colorado’s performance during off-road racing. Chevy increased their size for the Silverado for the race. If you want a truck that you can take off-roading, check out the Colorado or Silverado at Chandler Chevrolet.

Chevrolet has announced two 2020 Silverado 1500 special editions that will add style and power. Here is a look at both of them. Midnight Edition The Midnight Edition paints everything black for the boldest look a Silverado can get. The grille, exhaust tips, bumpers, side steps, and badges all get dipped in ink, turning the truck into a shadow on wheels. The upgrades don’t stop with looks. The Midnight Edition features a substantial 2-inch suspension lift and contains performance upgrades from the Z71 Off-Road Package, including automatic locking rear differential, skid plates, legendary Rancho mono-tube shocks, and of course black-painted 18-inch wheels with Goodyear Duratrac off-road tires. The Midnight Edition is available on the LT, Trail Boss, and Custom Trail Boss trims. Rally Edition For more pop, the Rally Edition splashes color among bold black accents. Choose from black, white, silver, or Red Hot. Regardless, the body color is visible on the special edition’s grille. The hood receives wicked black stripes that mirror the tailgate. Plus, the badges, side steps, and exhaust tips are all painted black. Wheel upgrades are either 20-inch black wheels or 22-inch wheels, depending on your chosen trim level. You can start placing your orders for the special edition 2020 Chevrolet Silverados at Chandler Chevrolet, with deliveries starting before the end of the year.

Trunk or treat is a great alternative to trick-or-treating, since it's in a smaller, controlled environment and it's usually organized by a trustworthy group. If you're participating in a trunk or treat gathering this Halloween, consider these useful trunk or treat tips to make your car the best in the lot. Theme and Setting The most fun part of trunk or treat is picking a theme for your trunk that goes with your costume. If your daughter is going as Alice, make your trunk look like Wonderland. If they're a superhero, style it like a cityscape. Special Snacks Obviously, you'll be passing out candy to all the kids at your local trunk or treat, but why not add something extra? Come up with a special snack or drink that matches your theme, like a green punch in a witch's cauldron. Games Trunk or treat is more than just dressing up and getting candy - it's a mini-festival where everyone will be in one place hanging out. Keep the kids entertained by bringing games or even incorporating a game into your trunk or treat theme, like a fishing game for your underwater venue. Music Complete your theme with a matching soundtrack. It could be the soundtrack to a related movie or just a compilation of songs you put together that fit your theme. Either way, it adds great atmosphere to your setup and makes it more fun for the kids. Chandler Chevrolet hopes you and your children have a fun, safe Halloween this year. If you need a family vehicle with lots of trunk space for transporting and events, browse our inventory.

Without a doubt, one of the most exciting things about the new 2020 Chevy Silverado is its all-new Duramax® 3.0-liter Turbo-Diesel I-6 engine. Paired to an advanced 10-speed automatic transmission, this potent powertrain offers an exceptional EPA-estimated 33 mpg highway and generates 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque.* All of this translates to astounding efficiency and unstoppable capability that makes the Silverado more appealing than ever. Expanded V8 Availability The 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8 engine with Dynamic Fuel Management is available on a wider variety of trims on the 2020 Silverado. Offering best-in-class 420 horsepower, best-in-class 460 lb-ft of torque, and best-in-class 13,400 pounds of maximum towing capability, the 6.2-liter V8 is the perfect choice when unrivaled power is a top priority. Updated Technology The updates to the 2020 Silverado aren't limited to under the hood, though. Driver-assist safety technology like Adaptive Cruise Control, which allows you to set a following distance and allows for cruise control use in traffic, is now available across the half-ton Silverado lineup. Also newly available for the Silverado lineup is an updated trailer-towing technology package. You can check out the impressive 2020 Silverado when you visit our lot at Chandler Chevrolet. *Silverado 1500 2WD with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6 engine EPA-estimated 23 MPG city/33 highway.

The eighth generation of the Chevrolet Corvette has finally been unveiled and it changes everything. Until now, every Corvette has had its engine in the front, but the new 2020 C8 features a mid-engine design. Putting the engine directly behind passengers increases power to the rear wheels, drastically improves visibility, and creates better forward downforce. Besides just an ideal location, the all-new 6.2L LT2 V8 provides 490 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque for 0 to 60 in less than 3 seconds. The new design is not just about the power. The new C8 only has one design element remaining from the last generation, meaning it's all new. Some of the new features include new storage options, including hood storage and spacious trunk cargo room. The Front Lift feature raises the Corvette 2 inches in just a few seconds to give clearance to speed bumps or low obstacles. And the 12-inch reconfigurable digital instrument display puts information right where you need it including Trip Computer and Tire Status. The latest Corvette's interior mimics the sleek, aerodynamic design of the exterior. Racecar-inspired seats come wrapped in premium leather-appointments, and climate controls run in a space-like vertical line next to the Driver Mode Selector that creates perfectly balanced drive experiences. It is a Corvette that will stand out in the history of the model. You can purchase their own in early 2020. Contact us at Chandler Chevrolet for more information!

Crossovers and SUVs are the most popular vehicles right now, and Chevrolet is staying on top of the trend. The company just introduced its next addition to its crossover/SUV lineup: the all-new 2021 Chevy Trailblazer. With this addition, Chevrolet now offers more options in the segment than any other brand. The new 2021 Chevy Trailblazer is a small crossover that will be slotted between the Chevrolet Trax and the Chevrolet Equinox in terms of size. Its modern, versatile design is intended to give drivers more options for customization. The Chevrolet Trailblazer will be offered with an available, unique RS trim, which boasts a standard two-tone roof that will give drivers the option to pick a crossover that will stand out with bold design. In addition to its eye-catching appearance, the new 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer will be equipped with smart, advanced safety features in every trim. These will include Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, and Automatic Emergency Braking. The 2021 Trailblazer will also offer additional safety tools you can add, like available Adaptive Cruise Control, a High Definition Rear Camera, and Rear Park Assist. These features will give drivers peace of mind behind the wheel. The new 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer should arrive at Chandler Chevrolet next year. In the meantime, check out the rest of the Chevrolet SUV and crossover lineups we have in stock.

If you're looking for strong capabilities and family-friendly comforts in one vehicle, you're in luck. The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado and the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado are two of the top trucks for family travel. Just ask the experts at U.S. News & World Report, who recently released a list of the best trucks for families. In order to make the list, trucks had to meet certain standards for family comfort and convenience. U.S. News editors were looking for trucks that had good safety ratings and safety features, generous passenger and cargo space, and easy to use in-cabin technology. The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado is a midsize pickup, which makes it a good option for families who want something slightly more compact. Its cabin is comfortable, spacious, and filled with advanced technology, and its lineup of strong engines delivers a wide range of capability. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gives the well-equipped model an overall safety rating of four out of five stars. For families that need extra capability, U.S. News recommends the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. This full-size truck was just redesigned, and now offers more cabin space than competitors, plus convenient storage, convenient family-friendly features, and available advanced safety tools, like blind spot monitoring, Teen Driver mode, front pedestrian braking, and lane change alert. See why the 2019 Chevy Colorado and 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 are great options for your family when you visit Chandler Chevrolet for a test drive.

When asked what they look for in a new car, millennials answered - great value, useful features, and excellent overall quality and dependability. That might explain why millennials prefer Chevrolet over every single other automotive brand in the U.S., according to a new study. The study, from Autolist, ranked Chevrolet as the top brand amongst millennials - drivers born between roughly 1981 and 1996. When conducting the study, Autolist asked millennial drivers which brand of car appealed most to their age group. The clear winner was Chevrolet, which took the top spot over runners-up Ford, Honda, BMW, and Toyota. Autolist's chief analyst, Chase Disher, speculates that Chevrolet's penchant for "Real People, Not Actors" style of advertising is likely a key contributor to the popularity of Chevrolet amongst millennials. Disher also noted that Chevrolet vehicles are "no-nonsense" and affordable, making them even more appealing to millennial drivers, who are typically budget-conscious and in search of the best overall value. The adoption of next-generation technologies like Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto™, and built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi also seem to contribute to the brand's popularity amongst younger drivers who prioritize connectivity in addition to things like comfort and safety. Visit Chandler Chevrolet to see why Chevrolet is such a top-rated brand.

Spring weather is rolling in, and that means it's a great time to find a few games for warm weather. Whether you're children are young or teenagers, playing games is a great way to get outdoors after a long winter! Scavenger hunt A scavenger hunt can provide hours of entertainment with little preparation on your side. All you have to do is create a list, hide items, and send the kids on their way. If your yard isn't big enough to play host to a scavenger hunt, head to the local park. You may even be able to divide kids into teams and get more parents involved, too. Hide-and-seek Hide-and-seek is a traditional game once spring time rolls around. The game is fairly simple and hasn't changed much over the years. Every kid except for one hides, and the one left counts to a certain number. Once he reaches the number, it's time to seek! Capture the flag If you've got a large group of children in the park, try a game of capture the flag. Each team hides a respective object. The goal is to "capture" the opposing side's flag or hidden item and get it back to home base safely. With spring in the air, now is the perfect time to schedule a car maintenance check at Chandler Chevrolet.

St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, and with it comes an array of myths and legends that children and adults alike know and love. This includes tales of leprechauns and pots of gold at the end of a rainbow. Before you set off in search of riches, let's shed some light on the history of this fascinating legend, which involves a bit of real history and science. Legends about pots of gold buried at the ends of rainbows originate from long ago. Vikings invaded Ireland in 795 AD, and were known for looting and burying gold and other treasures in undisclosed locations. The legend of pots of gold began when they eventually departed the shores of Ireland, leaving some of their stolen gold behind. Folklore depicts leprechauns as mistrustful creatures who detest humans. According to legend, leprechauns found the abandoned gold and buried it again so no human could ever find it. The old folktales tell us that there is a pot of gold hidden where the end of any rainbow touches the earth. Unfortunately, science tells us that rainbows do not have an end since their arch shape is an illusion! Rainbows are actually full circles reflected from raindrops, which we can normally only see when we are up very high, in an airplane or on a mountain. Rainbows also seem to move farther away from us as we move toward them (also due to their illusory nature) making for some frustrated treasure seekers! If you are treasure seeking, contact us at Chandler Chevrolet. We can't promise you success, but we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your travels no matter how far!

Valentine's Day is coming up fast, but there's still time to find someone - or something - to spend it with. Check out these 14 reasons to love the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Durabed The 2019 Silverado 1500 features a Durabed that's tougher and offers more cargo volume than competitors. Efficiency The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 earns up to an EPA-estimated 20 city/23 hwy mpg*. Performance The range-topping 6.2-liter V8 engine comes paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain generates 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. Towing The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 tops out with a 12,200-lbs. maximum towing capacity. Drive Mode Selector A Drive Mode Selector features six modes that make the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ideal for all road conditions. Style The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 rolls out with a new, bolder style for the 2019 model year. Payload The Silverado 1500 is capable of hauling up to 2,250 lbs. when properly equipped. Connectivity Smartphone and internet connectivity make the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a perfect mobile office. Apple CarPlay™ and a built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot are just a few of the available systems. Teen Driver The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes with Teen Driver technology. With this system, parents can encourage good driving habits in their teens. Advanced Safety Advanced safety features, like Front Pedestrian Braking, add peace of mind when driving the Silverado 1500 pickup. Off-Road Package Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models equipped with the Z71 Off-Road Package make traveling off-road much easier. Convenience Convenient features, like the CornerStep bumper, help streamline both work and play. Cargo Space The 2019 Silverado 1500 features a bed with up to 62.9 cu ft. of cargo space. Engine Options The new Chevrolet Silverado arrives with six available engine options. From efficient diesel to turbocharged performance, there's a powertrain for every driver. If you're ready to make the Chevy Silverado 1500 your valentine, contact us at Chandler Chevrolet. *Use for comparison only. EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary.