Chevrolet Standard Safety Features and How They Work

When cruising down the street in a Chevrolet, there’s a team of silent guardians working tirelessly to keep people safe. These aren’t caped crusaders but rather the advanced suite of standard safety features that Chevrolet has meticulously engineered into its vehicles.

The Core of Chevy Safety: Understanding Chevy Safety Assist

One of the crowning achievements in Chevrolet’s commitment to safety is the Chevy Safety Assist package. This bundle of six active safety technologies forms a baseline of protection that comes standard on many Chevrolet models.

Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Emergency Braking

Forward collision alert provides an extra pair of unblinking eyes on the road. It warns of potential collisions with a vehicle ahead and, if necessary, engages automatic emergency braking to avert an accident.

Front Pedestrian Braking

Pedestrians can sometimes be unpredictable, which is why Chevy offers front pedestrian braking. This system works in parallel with forward collision alert to help avoid or reduce the impact of a collision with a pedestrian by alerting to their presence and applying emergency braking when needed.

Lane Keep Assist With Lane Departure Warning

If a vehicle drifts out of its lane, lane-keep assist gently steers it back to safety, while lane departure warning alerts the driver if it detects any unintentional lane departures.

Following Distance Indicator

Tailgating is risky. The following distance indicator helps keep things in check by displaying the gap time between a vehicle and a detected vehicle ahead, helping maintain a safer following distance.

IntelliBeam Headlamps

Driving at night comes with certain challenges. IntelliBeam headlights rise to the occasion by automatically toggling between high and low beams based on the surrounding traffic conditions.

Beyond Chevy Safety Assist: Additional Protective Measures

While Chevy Safety Assist lays down a robust foundation for safety, Chevrolet doesn’t stop there. A host of additional features further enhance safety on the road.

Rear Vision Camera and Surround Vision

Reversing can be tricky business. A rearview camera shows the back of a vehicle whenever it’s in reverse. For even more spatial awareness, Surround Vision offers multiple camera views for easier parking and obstacle avoidance.

Lane Change Alert With Side Blind Zone Alert

When merging lanes, lane change alert with side blind zone alert acts as a lookout for vehicles hiding in those hard-to-see areas right next to or behind a car.

Adaptive Cruise Control

Adaptive cruise control elevates cruise control by automatically adjusting a vehicle’s speed to maintain a predetermined gap between it and the vehicle ahead, making highway driving less taxing and more comfortable.

OnStar: A Comprehensive Safety Network

OnStar is more than just a service; it’s a comprehensive safety and security network integrated into the vehicle itself. Designed to offer peace of mind on every journey, this remarkable system brings a human touch to technology, with advisors ready to help 24/7.

• Emergency Services: Pressing the red emergency button connects with an OnStar emergency-certified advisor who can summon first responders to the vehicle’s location, potentially saving lives when every second counts.
• Automatic Crash Response: If a collision occurs and air bags deploy, OnStar sensors automatically alert an advisor who can promptly contact emergency services, even if the driver is incapacitated.
• Stolen Vehicle Assistance: In the unsettling event that a vehicle is stolen, OnStar provides peace of mind with advisors who can assist in vehicle location and recovery by coordinating with law enforcement.
• Crisis Assist and Roadside Assistance: If there’s a major problem on the road, or even a roadside hiccup, OnStar advisors are there to help through OnStar Crisis Assist. The advisors can assist with navigating extreme weather conditions and arranging roadside assistance for unexpected vehicle issues.
• Turn-By-Turn Navigation: Real-person navigation assistance from OnStar means that drivers can reach their destination easily and confidently.

Through subscription plans, such as the Premium Plan and Essentials Plan, Chevrolet owners can enjoy all these features, along with remote vehicle control, through the myChevrolet mobile app.

Teen Driver Technology: Cultivating Safe Driving Practices

Teen driver Technology underscores Chevrolet’s commitment to driver safety from the very start. Recognizing that teenage drivers are among the most vulnerable on the road due to inexperience and potentially risky behaviors, Chevrolet’s innovative system encourages safer driving and involves parents in their teen’s driving education.

• In-vehicle report card: Provides parents with a detailed report of their teen’s driving behaviors, including distance driven, maximum speed reached, and safety feature activations, such as forward collision alerts and automatic emergency braking events.
• Buckle to Drive: Promotes seatbelt use by preventing the vehicle from being shifted out of park for 20 seconds if the driver’s seatbelt isn’t buckled. It also provides visual and audible alerts.
• Customizable settings for parents: Allows parents to set specific parameters for their teen drivers, such as speed alerts for exceeded preselected speeds and audio volume limits to minimize distractions. Parents can also restrict certain vehicle features to encourage safer driving habits.

Teen driver technology represents a proactive approach by Chevy that empowers parents and helps safeguard young drivers as they navigate the roads ahead.

Stabilitrak: Stability When It’s Needed Most

Chevrolet understands the importance of maintaining control during unexpected situations. Stabilitrak is an electronic stability control system that enhances control during emergency maneuvers by adjusting the brakes and motor torque as necessary. It’s particularly helpful on wet or slippery roads.

Service That Matches a Vehicle’s Excellence

At Gerry Lane Chevrolet, our commitment to safety extends beyond selling cars equipped with top-notch safety features. Our expert service technicians are here to ensure that every part of a Chevy is functioning optimally, from the brakes to the air bags, to guarantee that these advanced systems work precisely as intended when they’re needed most. If anything is not as it should be, we recommend drivers schedule a service appointment immediately.

We Take Our Commitment to Your Safety Seriously

When it comes to staying safe on the Louisiana roads, Chevy’s standard safety features offer comprehensive protection backed by innovative technology. At Gerry Lane Chevrolet in Baton Rouge, we’re committed to providing vehicles equipped with these life-saving features and ensuring that you feel confident about your car’s ability to safeguard you should the unforeseen happen on the road. If you have any questions about Chevy’s safety features, contact us, and our team will be glad to provide more information. Your well-being is our top priority, so let us guide you toward a safer driving experience.

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