![]() When Chevrolet introduced the Spark a few years ago, a surprising thing happened: not only did younger drivers love it, so did older drivers who were attracted to its small size, modest price, flexible interior and fuel economy. The gearshift and a storage spot with a cigarette power port The Trax also offers 4G LTE WiFi, OnStar, a rear view camera, XM radio and the touch screen on all models (OnStar and WiFi service require service plans, however), so even the base model, priced at about $21,000 has all the same connectivity options. And, there’s a household outlet behind the center console just to ensure that all your devices stay charged. Unfortunately phones don’t work with this feature. Also, you can watch a movie on the touch screen when the car is in park: just plug in a USB drive or supported device. The Trax’s connectivity system is probably the car’s most attractive feature: it is simple and most of its functions operate from your phone: map and navigation are downloaded from the BrinGo app (a $50 purchase, but it lives on your phone where it receives updates and data) when connected, iPhone users can access Siri by pushing the talk button on the steering wheel, and the system will even read your texts to you. The touch screen is also has all-important rear view camera view: you can easily see what is behind you ![]() It glides over potholes and speed bumps, it zips in and out of city traffic and it has enough cargo space to rationalize trips to Costco for a couple living in a fourth floor walk-up. It’s small (meaning easy to park), versatile, maneuverable and efficient. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could connect your phone to your car, push a button on the steering wheel and Siri would read your texts? How about WiFi in your car that allows you to connect up to 10 devices? Or a navigation system that lives on your phone so you can set your routes and update information before you get in the car? The most important Trax feature? My handbag fits right between the front seats!Īnd that’s not even what excites me most about the Chevrolet Trax, a new entry to the US market that has been popular overseas for the last couple of years: this SUV is designed for the city. An SUV designed for city folk, and just as dependent on your phone as you are.Īn SUV designed for city folk, and just as dependent on your phone as you are. ![]()
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