WHAT TO LOOK IN A FAMILY CAR | FORT WAYNE, IN

When you're buying a new car for your family, you have to weigh a variety of factors. To help you're your search and decision, here's our guide on what to look for in a family car.

Having the right number of seats isn't the only thing you should consider when evaluating vehicle interiors. Look for spacious, comfortable seating, and consider legroom, headroom, and if the vehicle will easily accommodate car seats. You will also want to consider cargo volume, making sure that the vehicle offers enough space for weekend trips, carpools, and whatever else you need.

When evaluating a vehicle model's safety, you will want to look at its safety ratings from the NHTSA and IIHS. You will also want to look at its standard and available safety features. While all new vehicles come with a standard rear vision camera and passive safety systems, upgraded models come with cutting-edge active safety technologies, like Forward Automatic Braking, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning. These features will elevate your awareness, control, and peace of mind while transporting your family.

When shopping for a new vehicle, you will want to shop for both your current needs and what you expect your needs will be several years from now. This helps ensure that you'll be happy with your vehicle for years to come.

If you're responsible for meeting your family's everyday driving needs, you will want to make sure your drive is as smart and convenient as possible. When shopping for a family car, you should look at the vehicle's infotainment system. Does it offer smartphone integration technology, like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™? These features give you hands-free access to your smartphone's calling/texting capabilities, music library, and more while driving. 

Chevrolet vehicles make great rides for families. Come to Kelley Chevrolet to see what models we have in stock for your needs and budget.