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Chevrolet Trailblazer

The Chevrolet Trailblazers foundation for both its on- and off-road capabilities is its robust body-on-frame architecture. With the support of an independent five-link rear suspension, a feature found in more upmarket, premium SUVs, the Trailblazer displays none of the typical characteristics of conventional body-on-frame SUVs. In fact, it enjoys a combination of best-in-class luxurious ride and responsiveness. The use of coil springs throughout also provides the Trailblazer with better suspension articulation, a useful trait in off-road conditions, in addition to providing passenger car-like handling dynamics on the road.

"Our objective when developing the Trailblazer was to achieve ride and handling dynamics that match, and in many cases exceed, those of similar-size crossover vehicles," said Brad Merkel, GMs Global Vehicle Line Executive for Midsize Trucks and SUVs. "The Trailblazer will cater to a wide range of driving styles and requirements. It is car-like responsive and premium in its ride quality while offering the off-road capability that our customers demand. That makes it the complete SUV package."

Safety

The Chevrolet Trailblazer range boasts an impressive array of active and passive safety features, including:

* Electronic Stability Control
* Anti-lock Braking System
* Hydraulic Brake Assist
* Traction Control
* Dynamic Rear Brake Proportioning (first use of Rear Drive Brake in the market)
* Electronic Brake-force Distribution
* Panic Brake Assist
* Engine Drag Control
* Hill Descent Control
* Driver and Occupant Air Bag Protection