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We've noticed more drivers considering fuel options outside of gas, and we're happy to provide a range of choices. These options include a range of Chevy diesel engines. Most brands save diesel engines for trucks, but we have a variety of new diesel SUVs for sale, including the Chevy Tahoe, which has gas engines, too. Below, we discuss the perks of diesel engines and what to expect from the Chevy Tahoe diesel engine!

Our Chevy dealership knows firsthand how many drivers plan to use their next vehicle for towing. Many drivers turn to Chevy trucks with this task, but we have many new Chevy SUVs ready to tow. There are many differences in the Chevy SUV towing capacities, but we list the max towing capacities of 2021 Chevy SUVs below!

Are you thinking of shopping for a new car, truck, or SUV, but the COVID-19 pandemic has got you uneasy about coming into the dealership? The good news is that Hardin Chevrolet, in Scottsboro, AL, has a suite of online shopping tools that make it easy for you to buy or lease your next vehicle from home. If you prefer to shop in person, you can have the peace of mind knowing that our sales team is taking every precaution possible to make sure our customers are safe.

Spring is here! For many folks that means that it might be time to buy a new set of tires. After all, you don't want to drive on tires that aren't going to provide you with outstanding performance and safety. Since the tires on our cars, trucks, and SUVs are such important parts of our driving experience, it only makes sense to have a good set. If you need new tires for your vehicle, you should head to Harbin Chevrolet, in Scottsboro, AL. We sell many of the top tire brands in the world in our parts center…

ASE certification is a major badge of honor and experience for an auto mechanic. It also assures you that a given mechanic is supremely knowledgeable in the maintenance, repair and replacement of your car's major and minor automotive parts. Following, our Harbin Chevrolet service team demystifies this all-important certification.

Why ASE Certification is So Important and Respected

The National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence, a non-profit founded in the 1970s, issues ASE certification. The certification is the equivalent of a master's degree in automotive repair. 

You wouldn't be able to operate your vehicle properly without a working exhaust system. Your exhaust system and muffler are important components of your automobile, and the friendly staff at Harbin Chevrolet want you to understand how they work and why they are so important.

Unless you drive a fully electric car, the engine uses a combustion system to create energy to make the car go, and that creates gases as a byproduct. Your exhaust system has several components that work in concert to capture those gases and funnel them out of your car through the tailpipe.

Here at Harbin Chevrolet we've heard quite bit about recalls over the years. Although recalls are harmless and more common than most people realize, the word is still a little confusing and frightening to most vehicle owners. Fear not. Here's a basic rundown about how to find info on recalls and what they are.

How to Find Info on Recalls

Is there a recall on your vehicle? It's easy to find out. Your vehicle's manufacturer alerts you automatically by mail when you maintain up-to-date vehicle registration. You can also sign up to receive recall info by…

Headlights illuminate the way at night, in bad weather and in low-light conditions. They're a vital but often overlooked automotive component. Here's your quick intro, straight from the experienced techs of our Harbin Chevrolet service department.

Sealed-Beam vs. Composite

Sealed-beam headlights were an industry norm up until the 1970s. They consist of bulbs hermetically sealed in sturdy housing designed to prevent ingress of debris. Replacement requires an entirely new, intact headlight assembly. Composite headlights have sealed assemblies you can 

Winter can take a lot out of you and your car. Just like you need heavier clothing and outerwear, your car benefits by a few tweaks as well. Here are five key winter car prep and care tips our Harbin Chevrolet team think you should know.

Change Your Tires

If you don't have all-season or winter tires, consider investing in some. Winter tires have particular flexibility, tread depth and design to enhance traction on cold, icy roads.

Keep Tire Pressure on Point

Monitor your tire pressure weekly to anticipate fluctuations. 

Brake pads are one of the smaller features of a vehicle, but they play a vital role in keeping you safe in Scottsboro. It all begins as you place your foot on the brake pedal. As you put pressure on the brake, a series of events begin, starting with the cylinder sending brake fluid to the calipers behind your wheels.

These calipers apply pressure to the brake pads with pistons that push them into the rotor, eventually causing it to slow the vehicle to a stop. To make sure your brake pads are in prime condition, look for them between…