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As a mid-size family car, the Chevrolet Malibu certainly excels. Cortland, NY Malibu owners are also likely to be pleased with its stellar Chevy design features. Both the exterior and the interior of the Chevrolet Malibu are designed to turn heads. Whether you prefer this Chevy sedan's soft-touch accents inside or muscular lines outside, the Malibu has a lot to offer when it comes to visual appeal.

In the Chevrolet Malibu's interior, you will find well-crafted seats, triple-sealed doors and available upgrades like an acoustic-laminated windshield and an eight-way power driver seat. 

Synthetic oil has been around since 1929. It is made out of artificially created lubricants. It is much better for your engine than conventional oil. Synthetic oil is higher quality. The reason that the oil is considered higher quality is because it is less likely to oxidize than conventional oil. It is also more chemically stable. Additionally, synthetic oil is harder to break down.

The type of oil that you use is one of the factors that will determine how long you will be able to go without getting the oil changed. There are some brands that require you to…

The timing belt is one of the most vital yet most often overlooked pieces of equipment beneath your vehicle's hood. Whether you drive a brawny Chevy truck, a sporty Chevy coupe, or a luxurious Chevy SUV, your model has a timing belt that makes your vehicle tick. The timing belt is a large piece of rubber that wraps around your engine and ensures that all those little moving parts are working in rotation together.

If you're shopping for a new truck, you can count on serious options in the realm of powertrain choices when buying the new Chevy Silverado 1500. Enjoy powerful engine options ranging from a V6, two different V8s, a diesel option, and even a turbocharged four-cylinder for a classic configuration that won't let you down. You can get your choice between this wide variety of engines across most trim levels—so you can truly customize your ride to your needs.

When you love the promise of quality and reliability of a brand-new Chevrolet, but you crave the value and payments associated with used vehicles, a certified pre-owned model may be just the thing you're looking for. At Royal Chevrolet, we strive to match our customers with their perfect fit, and this special selection of like-new, pre-owned vehicles could be your perfect answer.

Generations of New York drivers have chosen Chevrolet above all other brand names when they're in the market for a reliable and high-quality pickup truck, SUV, or car. At Royal Chevrolet, we're proud to be a part of this longstanding tradition of automotive quality with our new model inventory, and we invite you to take a closer look at our selection of available 2021 models now.

The time to switch from all-season tires over to winter tires is when the temperature starts to stay below 45 degrees, or when there is consistently snow and ice on the road. Normally, all-season tires are the toughest and most useful tire, but in those conditions, winter tires get better.

They are made of a particular blend of rubber that works better in cold temperature. They also have a unique design in their treads that pushes out soft slush and other material, but grips harder on snow and ice than other kinds of tire. However, winter tires don't work…

Salt corrosion does not have to be an inevitable thing here in Cortland. There are steps you can take to prevent it, and the team at Royal Chevrolet is here to share them with you. It is important to be proactive because salt damage can do more than just ruin your car's look.

Before the bad weather hits us, get your vehicle waxed. This can protect both the paint and the underbody of the carriage, especially if you have it done professionally. Once salt is being used on the roads, wash your vehicle as often as possible. Some car…

Not everyone can have a 1971 Buick Electra 225 as their first car. The current prices make owning this vehicle, which had the largest frame GM ever made, undesirable. The V8 engine and a gas mileage of 8 miles per gallon made the car expensive to run. Modern Buick vehicles get much greater fuel efficiency than the vehicle mentioned earlier. They still have all the luxury that the 1971 model had. They have new features of which the 1971 designers could only dream.

Not everyone can afford a new Buick. Sadly, this is because wages have not kept up with…

A recall is issued by either the NTHSA or manufacturer. A recall may be issued if the car or its equipment fails to meet the safety guidelines. If there is a safety recall, then the manufacturer is required to fix the problem for free. You will likely get a notice in the mail if a recall has been issued. The letter will tell you to take the vehicle to the dealer and get the problem fixed.

If the issue is serious, then you may get a phone call. The dealer has 10 years to fix the problem. The only exception…