This weekend General Motors released the majority of their order guides for the 2013 product lineup. While most 2013 models are seeing nothing more than the normal year-to-year stuff, the 2013 Chevrolet Volt is seeing some noteworthy changes, including tweaks to the car’s design and a new EV hold mode.

According to the order guide, the 2013 Volt will now have a body-colored roof and rear liftgate. Since it’s 2010 launch the Volt has exclusively features a black roof top and black on the rear liftgate. Ironically, black roofs are an industry trend amongst sedans, so it seems odd that Chevrolet would now decide to abandon the black roof. Perhaps they feel this will make the Volt look more like a “normal” sedan?

The Volt’s main technical differentiator, its powertrain, is also seeing a slight upgrade. For 2013, Volt will have a new “EV Hold Mode.” The new mode will be in addition to the normal, sport and mountain modes. EV Hold will allow Volt drivers to force the car to go into extended range mode (meaning the gas engine is generating power) to hold the battery pack’s power.

For example, if a Volt owner’s commute includes 20 highway miles and then a lot of inner city driving, the owner can use EV Hold until they reach the city, where the car benefits the most from being in EV mode.

The EV Hold mode has been on the Opel Ampera in Europe since launch.

Rounding out the 2013 Volt changes is the addition of new tech features. Like most new GM products, the Volt is gaining lane departure warning, forward collision alert and MyLink will now be available with Volt’s navigation system.

Expect the 2013 Volt to begin production later this year. Much larger changes are expected for the 2014 Volt.

If you would like to drive one, call us at Don Folk Chev today: 250-860-6000

Introducing the all-new Chevy Malibu Eco with myChevy app and eAssist. eAssist technology helps the engine run efficiently. It captures energy that assists the engine, saving you gas and money. Learn more at http://www.chevrolet.com/malibu-eco-fuel-efficient-sedan/.

Here you go, superstar: 0% Financing for up to 72 months on 7 great Chevrolet models.

And in case you haven’t heard, we’ve got a brand new showroom! In celebration of this, we’ve got some deals on the table that you should look at. Check them out here.

Clearly today is the day to get yourself in the driver’s seat of a brand new Chevrolet!

You can enjoy 0% Financing up to 72 months on the following models:

Chevrolet Sonic LS 4 Door & 5 Door, Chevrolet Cruze LS & LT, Chevrolet Malibu LS & Chevrolet Equinox LS & 1LT.

Or how about 0% Financing up to 60 months on the following model:

Chevrolet Orlando LS and 1LT.

Or if this is more your style, you can sign up for 0% Financing up to 48 months on the following models:

Chevrolet Avalanche LT 4WD & Chevrolet Silverado.

Sounds awesome, we know. You can browse all of our new Chevrolet inventory by clicking right here.

And speaking of Silverado- Chrome Days are still going on. You can learn more about that sweet deal by clicking here.

Of course, if you’re in the market for a pre-owned vehicle, we can help with that too. Our pre-owned inventory is competitively priced and ready to please. You can browse what we have to offer by clicking here.

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We’re ready to take care of you here at Don Folk Chevrolet. Our sales team is prepped and excited to put you behind the wheel of your next vehicle. Call us today at 250-860-6000 so we can answer all of your questions.

Right now, we are featuring 2012 Silverado trucks equipped with Chrome accessory packages. This means you get chrome door handles, chrome mirror caps, and gorgeous 6′” chrome assist steps. Pretty awesome, we know. You know what’s even more awesome? You’re getting all that chrome for free when you choose to purchase a Silverado that’s outfitted this way.

Contact your salesperson at Don Folk Chevrolet for more details or feel free to stop by and visit our brand new showroom. With all the bright lights and chrome in here, you’re sure to be wowed.

This program runs until April 30th, 2012. Take advantage of it now- get out there in a new Chevy and see that chrome sparkle in the sun.

See you soon!

There’s never been a better time to get behind the wheel of a new Chevrolet. Buy or Purchase Finance a 2012 Chevrolet from Don Folk Chevrolet today and you can wait six months before making your first monthly finance payment.† And now, receive 0% financing for 36 months on Sonic and Cruze.‡

Time to make driving fun again! Visit Don Folk Chevrolet today.

OFFER ENDS FEBRUARY 29, 2012

† Offer applies to the purchase financing of new 2011 Buick Regal, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, Orlando, Sonic and Buick Verano and Regal models on approved credit (O.A.C) by TD Financing Services. Offer available to retail customers in Canada between January 6, 2012 and February 29, 2012. The first monthly payment will be deferred for 180 days and finance contract will be extended accordingly. No interest accrues on unpaid amounts during the deferral period. After 180 days, interest starts to accrue and the purchaser will repay the principal and interest over the remaining term of the contract. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See newspaper or dealer for details.

‡0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by Ally Credit for 48 months on new or demonstrator 2011 Chevrolet Aveo; and 72 months on new or demonstrator 2011 / 2012 Chevrolet Equinox and 2011 / 2012 GMC Terrain. 0% purchasing financing not available on 2011 Chevrolet Aveo in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Financing Services for 60 months on new or demonstrator 2011 Chevrolet Impala; and 48 months on 2011 Chevrolet Cruze and Traverse, 2011 GMC Acadia and 2011 Buick Enclave; 72 months on 2011 / 2012 Chevrolet Malibu; 36 months on 2012 Chevrolet Sonic and Cruze. 0% purchasing financing not available on 2011 Chevrolet Malibu in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $25,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $520.83 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $25,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight ($1,450) and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers only. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details.

With all the variety on XM Satellite Radio, there’s no reason not to listen! You get 100% commercial-free music plus the best in news, sports, talk and entertainment. 130 channels in all. And only GM features more than 50 cars, trucks and SUVs with XM Satellite Radio factory-installed.

Awesome. Wicked. Neat-O.

However you say it, we’ve got a great deal for you.

When you purchase a new GM vehicle equipped with XM Satellite Radio, receive a three-month trial of XM Satellite Radio service at no additional cost to you, with no obligation and no activation fee (an approximate $60 value).

XM Satellite Radio Benefits:

Why the sound is so sweet with XM Satellite Radio…

There are plenty of reasons XM Satellite Radio is such a hit, starting with the low monthly subscription cost of just $14.99. And let’s not forget the 3-month trial offer which includes factory installation and activation (an approximate $55 value, plus taxes). Here are a few more:

• Channels dedicated to specific genres of music.
• All the music is 100% commercial free.
• You can access music, news, sports, entertainment, children’s programming, comedy and more.
• It’s already installed in your new GM vehicle.
• No matter where you are, a network of ground antennas or “repeaters” make signal coverage available continent wide (Available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous United States).
• The display always shows what song artist or title is playing.
• You can program parental controls.
• You can even get additional units for your house and use it online.

Enough said, am I right? Be sure to sure to ask us about XM when you stop by the dealership, and once you’ve got it, turn it up!

You already pack everything you can into your life – why not do the same with your next vehicle? A vehicle that can seat up to seven, yet with a compact and stylish form that makes it as easy to manoeuvre as it is to look at. And credentials that include a remarkably fuel-efficient, award-winning 174 hp 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine and an incredibly versatile interior with split-folding second and third-row seats. The product of a global Chevrolet development effort and already a fixture on European roads – introducing the all-new 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.

It’s Fun. Turbocharged.  http://www.chevrolet.com/sonic-small-cars/

Ready for a new kind of car with an appetite for good times that’s as big as yours? Then you are so ready for the all-new 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. Its big personality is exhibited by its European styling influences – and uplifting performance, courtesy of an available fuel-sipping 138 hp 1.4L Turbocharged ECOTEC engine. And with Sonic, you can take to the road not just with a grin, but also with the reassurance of advanced driver control technologies like the standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control system and the comprehensive occupant protection of up to 10 available airbags. Make your own fun – with the all-new 2012 Sonic.