It’s important to get regular checks and services on your car to keep all the systems and features running as they should, and you can find a lot of essential services at Service Chevrolet Cadillac in Lafayette, LA. This guide will cover some of the most important services every car owner should consider.
1. Engine Diagnostics
One of the most important auto services of all is an engine diagnostic. This is when a technician uses specialist equipment to connect with your car’s onboard computer system in order to gather data about the engine.
A diagnostic is a great way to identify engine problems early on and then carry out the necessary repairs rather than allowing issues to get any worse as time goes by. It’s really important to get an engine diagnostic if you notice the “Check Engine” light on your dashboard, or if you hear strange new sounds coming from under the hood.
Like most vehicles, your Chevy can drive between 7,500 and 10,000 miles before it needs an oil change. However, you need to be careful to keep up with your Chevy oil change service schedule. Going a little too long between oil changes won’t do too much damage, but putting it off for months will cause problems that only your Lafayette, LA Chevy dealer will be able to diagnose and repair.
3 Signs You Need a Chevy Oil Change
1. Loud Engine
Your loud engine is telling you that it’s time for an oil change. Your engine isn’t receiving enough lubrication, and this indicates a low oil level or low-quality oil. Your engine may also make grinding and clunking noises while it struggles to keep working without lubrication. Your engine is likely taking damage as it strains itself to work, so please make your way to a dealer now.
Read the rest of this entry »Our city of Lafayette, LA is located on the banks of the Vermilion River and is over 200 years old. We have a unique mix of cultures, including Cajun, Creole, Native American, and others, and our city’s attractions reflect this diverse mix. These are just a few of our favorite local attractions, picked from the many that surround our wonderful city.
Vermilionville
This village is a faithful recreation of an 18th-century Arcadian settler village. The staff dress in period costumes and perform the artisan roles of the population of a working village. Creole, Cajun, and Native American culture are all very well represented, and the village itself is a wonderful mix of well-kept gardens, bayou, shady trees, and realistic buildings.
The buildings and artisans represent facets of our city’s past from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. This makes for a fascinating experience of traveling back in time and experiencing the culture of the area at different periods of its development. The village also has a restaurant where you can enjoy traditional Cajun and Creole food, and the arts and crafts produced by the artisans are all for sale at the gift shop.
Cypress Island Preserve
For the bird watcher and nature lover, this site just east of Lafayette is a paradise. It comprises 9,500 acres of cypress-tupelo swamp and bottomland hardwood forest and is home to a wide variety of animals and birdlife. Great blue herons, cattle egrets, and roseate spoonbills all nest here and rear their young. A walking levee trail winds through the preserve and provides amazing views of the local birdlife and plants.
A wide selection of amphibians and alligators also call this area home, and it’s very possible to view the beautiful sight of a family of alligators basking in the sunshine. If you have your boat or kayak, you can launch it for free and sail on the peaceful water. There is also a marvelous family-owned store that offers swamp tours, boat rentals, snacks, and cold drinks.
Read the rest of this entry »Your car battery is responsible for creating a chain reaction that turns your motor over when you turn your key in the ignition. If your battery is dying, it may not have enough power to create the spark required to start your motor. Today, we’re looking at three signs your Chevy is about to need a new car battery at your local Chevy dealer.
1. Your Battery Is Old
If your car battery is between three and six years old, it probably needs to be replaced. As with all batteries, they lose their ability to charge and hold a full charge over time. If they are exposed to excessive heat or humidity over prolonged periods of time, they will die faster, lasting only a few years.
If you live in a relatively cool, dry place, your battery may last closer to five or six years. A pretty good way to tell whether you are about to need a new battery is to check out your battery’s warranty information. If the warranty is almost expired, you need to have your car battery tested and find out if it is about to die.
The 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 is a roaring beast on the road because of its powerful and outstanding features. This heavy-duty truck allows you to connect to the world at large on the go with numerous wireless amenities. With robust powertrain options, efficient safety technology, and loads of user-friendly features, this is a top choice truck for many. Read on to understand why it will have you begging for a test drive.
1. Well-Crafted Exterior
The 2022 Silverado 2500’s exterior look can satisfy even the most attention-craving drivers on the road. It presents a smooth and sinister body frame that slides elegantly off its enormous forepart grille, intersected by a vast horizontal bar with an engraving of the manufacturer’s initials. The three-body designs available, including the Double, Regular, and Crew Cab, depict nothing short of brilliance.
The new Silverado 2500 also offers nine unique and spectacular shades for drivers to choose from. Besides the classic colors such as greenstone metallic and red hot, you get other exciting hues such as summit white, tangier orange, silver ice metallic, and many more.
Read the rest of this entry »5 of the Best Hotels for Visiting Lafayette, LA
Lafayette, LA is a beautiful city with so much to offer. Whether you’re learning more about the world at the Lafayette Science Museum, enjoying the one-of-a-kind experiences of LARC’s Acadian Village, or having fun with the kids at Zoosiana, you’re sure to have a super time. Here are some of the best hotels to consider for your next trip to the area.
1. DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette
The DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette is by far one of the best places to stay in Lafayette, renowned for its great location, elegant exterior, and beautiful rooms. This is a highly luxurious hotel, boasting flat-screen TVs, seating areas, and coffee machines in every room, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center and outdoor pool. SoLA, the hotel’s restaurant, is also a terrific place to dine, serving up traditional Cajun cooking each night.
2. Mouton Plantation
If you’re looking for a romantic retreat for your next getaway, the Mouton Plantation might be the perfect place for you. Well-suited to couples, this charming bed and breakfast is only a short drive from several local landmarks. Guests can enjoy cable TV and Wi-Fi access in their rooms, or head out to the communal garden to relax in the evenings.
Read the rest of this entry »Does Your Chevy Need a Radiator Repair?
The radiator of your Chevy can be found directly behind the front grill after you open the hood. The radiator has many tiny fins that allow air to cool the liquid running through the radiator and back through your engine. Here are some of the things to look out for that signal you might need a radiator repair service or radiator replacement service by your Chevy dealer.
Engine Overheating
One of the most obvious signs you have an issue with your radiator is an overheating engine. The majority of engine overheating issues are related to a damaged or malfunctioning radiator. If your engine is overheating, pull your car over to the side of the road and turn the engine off. Driving with an engine that is overheating can, and will ultimately, cause costly engine damage.
Warning: Wait Before Taking a Look
An engine that is overheating has coolant fluid that is also extremely hot. You’ve pulled over because you need to let the engine cool down. Wait for at least 30 minutes for the engine to cool down. Too many people suspect they are low on coolant and rush to open the radiator cap to check. All too often, piping hot coolant explodes from the radiator, causing injury in many cases.
Read the rest of this entry »When you think of staying fit, what do you picture? For many people, it’s a specific type of exercise or even a location. Lafayette, LA is all about fitness and has plenty to offer those who want to stay in shape! Here are five great ways to get moving around this city.
1. Kayaking on the Bayou Vermilion
Louisiana’s waterways are a gateway to outdoor adventure like no other in the state. Kayaking or canoeing in this region is an extraordinary experience, and it provides ideal conditions for animal viewing, birdwatching, and photography.
Spend some time appreciating the natural beauty of hardwood forests in and around Lafayette! Try out the Bayou Vermilion, which snakes through Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes, passing through swamps, agricultural lands, and cities such as Lafayette and Abbeville.
2. Hiking at the Lake Martin Levee Trail
Hiking is an excellent way for the entire family to enjoy the outdoors at any fitness level without breaking the budget. It lets you see locations that you would otherwise miss out on at a pace that enables you to soak up your environment.
One route worth taking is the Lake Martin Levee Trail. The trailhead is well-signed and features a gorgeous view of the lake to the east and marshes on the west side of the levee. Be aware that the Levee Trail is closed for gator nesting season from June through October!
Read the rest of this entry »New and Improved: Meet the 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500
Do you regularly tow loads that weigh more than 10,000 pounds and haul heavy cargo? If so, you may be looking for a large heavy-duty work truck that can handle anything you can throw at it. With that in mind, the new 2022 Chevy Silverado may be the perfect truck for you. We are proud to offer this excellent truck as an option for our customers here at Service Chevrolet Cadillac.
Meet the 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500
The Chevy Silverado 3500 is a heavy-duty work truck with a burly design and powerful engine made to handle extra tough work tasks. This is the top work truck in Chevy’s Silverado line and has some new improvements for 2022 that make it an even better truck to work with.
Powertrain Options
The Silverado 3500 offers two V-8 engine options. The first is a 6.6-liter gas engine that develops 401 hp and 464 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The second option is the 6.6-liter turbodiesel engine that provides 445 hp and 920 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Both come standard with rear-wheel drive and an optional upgrade to four-wheel drive.
Read the rest of this entry »Living in Lafayette, LA means that you can enjoy flavors from all over the world right in your own neighborhood. One great example of that is all the fantastic Thai food that local restaurants in our area serve up. Check out any of these six local eateries and you’ll be in for a fantastic dining experience.
1. Thai with Love
You’ll taste the love that went into the dish you order from Thai with Love from the very first bite you take, enjoying the difference that the fresh, high-quality ingredients they use makes. Their lightly battered garlic-fried catfish bites make the perfect appetizer to start things off with. Then move on to their pineapple fried rice for an unmistakable blend of sweet and savory flavors.
2. Bangkok Thai Restaurant
Conveniently located just off of Johnston Street, Bangkok Thai Restaurant is standing ready to serve you some delicious meals. One familiar dish that they do to absolute perfection here is the pad thai, which comes with a hearty helping of noodles served in a savory sauce that brings out the flavors of every ingredient in the dish.
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