We don't build cars for industry judges. We build them for you. So, while we’re certainly honoured to receive these awards, the real win for us is you driving a Chevrolet.
For a vehicle to win AJAC Car of the Year, every detail from safety features to cargo capacity is thoroughly scrutinized, discussed, and individually rated by secret ballot. The rigorous testing program includes "real world" driving on public roads - exactly where consumers drive - so that the test and vote results are relevant to potential car and truck buyers.
Consumers Digest has been identifying outstanding value in the marketplace for over 48 years. Their experience and expertise makes this award an especially welcome honour.
Since 1997, Euro NCAP has been providing drivers with an independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular vehicles. Top crash test results are awarded a "5 Star" overall rating.
IIHS is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to reducing deaths, injuries and property damage that result from crashes on the nation's roads. For over 50 years, they have been testing, rating safety, and rewarding vehicles that meet their performance standard in front, side, rollover, and rear crash tests, and standard electronic stability.
The NHTSA, established in 1970, directs highway safety and consumer programs, and is dedicated to achieving the highest standards of excellence in motor vehicle and highway safety. For more than 30 years, it has helped consumers drive safer cars thanks to its 5-Star Safety Ratings.
The NHTSA, established in 1970, directs highway safety and consumer programs, and is dedicated to achieving the highest standards of excellence in motor vehicle and highway safety. For more than 30 years, it has helped consumers drive safer cars thanks to its 5-Star Safety Ratings.
The editors at Car and Driver have named the 2012 Chevrolet Volt to their list of 10 Best cars. Their rationale was simple: Volt is the first electric car you can drive beyond its charge. In one instance, an editor was able to drive the Volt 163 km using only 3.79 litres of gas. So much for range anxiety.
Wards has been a leader in global auto industry news, statistics and analysis for over 80 years. The top 10 Best Engines is awarded to vehicles that outperform in terms of power and torque output, levels, technical relevance, standard comparative numbers and price.
According to Automobilemag.com, the Chevrolet Volt endured more scrutiny and skepticism than any of the nine other semifinalists. And yet, it still emerged as their 2011 car of the year. Read the Article.
*The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license.
‡Applies only to models built after March 2010.
††U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).
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