Financing provides direct financial equity to the driver, whereas leasing does not. When you finance a vehicle through an auto loan, every monthly payment reduces your principal balance toward full ownership. Once the loan is satisfied, you retain the vehicle as a tangible financial asset that holds resale or trade-in value. Leasing functions as a…
In sub-freezing weather around 20 degrees Fahrenheit, expect the Chevrolet Blazer EV to give up a meaningful share of its range. Independent estimates based on Recurrent fleet data put the loss at roughly 22% at about 20°F. That temporary drop happens because the vehicle spends electrical energy warming both the battery and the passenger cabin…
The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado offers three off-road trims (Trail Boss, Z71 and ZR2), and each one solves a different problem. Trail Boss and Z71 pair trail-ready hardware with an EPA-estimated 19 mpg combined and a 7,700-lb maximum tow rating. ZR2 trades some towing capability for the most specialized off-road equipment in the lineup. At Buchanan…
Most Franklin County homes get their power from West Penn Power, which offers an optional Time-of-Use (TOU) rate to smart-metered residential customers who are not enrolled in its Customer Assistance Program. TOU pricing splits the day into On-Peak, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak periods, and the Super Off-Peak window, 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. every day,…
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the maximum allowable weight of a Chevrolet truck when fully loaded on its own four tires, including the vehicle, passengers, cab cargo, bed loads, and trailer tongue weight. Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) is the maximum weight of the entire combined setup: the fully loaded truck plus the fully…
Waynesboro drivers have three practical options for an oil change: drive-thru quick-lube facilities, independent repair garages, and factory-authorized dealership service departments. Each is built around a different priority, and the right choice depends less on the oil itself than on your engine’s requirements, your warranty status, and how long you plan to own the vehicle….
Schedule Your PA State Inspection Contact Buchanan Chevrolet A Pennsylvania vehicle safety inspection is a physical evaluation of the systems that keep your vehicle safe on the road. PennDOT requires a certified inspection mechanic to check suspension components, steering, braking systems, tires and wheels, lighting and electrical systems, glazing, mirrors, windshield washer, defroster, wipers, fuel…
Buying an electric vehicle in Pennsylvania in 2026 means working with a different math problem than buyers faced two years ago. Browse New Chevrolet Inventory Contact Buchanan Chevrolet What Does It Cost to Own an Electric Vehicle in Pennsylvania? Federal clean vehicle credits under IRC §30D ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025, so…
Choose the standard 6.6L gas V8 over the Duramax diesel if you tow under 16,000 pounds, pull trailers seasonally rather than daily, want a lower purchase price, and would rather skip diesel exhaust fluid maintenance. The gas powertrain delivers 401 horsepower with straightforward long-term service needs, which makes it the practical pick for light-to-moderate commercial…
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox is the right compact SUV for south-central Pennsylvania families and commuters who need real-world practicality at a mid-range price. Starting at $29,000 for the LT 1.5T and topping out at $35,900 for the AWD ACTIV 1.5T and AWD RS 1.5T, all six trims share a 175 hp, 1.5L turbocharged engine…
