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Chevy is well known for its impressive lineup of trucks. These vehicles will meet the need of any modern driver through robust engine configurations and dynamic capabilities. At Steet Ponte Chevrolet Inc., we can find your new Chevy truck with ease. THE CHEVY SILVERADO The Chevy Silverado has been exceeding expectations for as long as it has been around. This new model year is no different. This fan-favorite truck will take on your workday with ease, thanks to its maximum available trailering of up to 13,300-pounds. That gives you all the strength you need to haul the equipment to the worksite in Ilion. This Silverado will look and feel as good as it performs, making it the complete package. THE CHEVY SILVERADO HD If you still need more from your new truck, you can count on the new Chevy Silverado HD. Whether you pick the 2500 or 3500 model, you will be getting an unmatched performance. The Silverado HD options bring that trailering rating to 36,000-pounds, and that is just the start of what they have to offer. These heavy-duty options are perfect for those that have longer days in Mohawk or more challenges ahead of them. THE CHEVY COLORADO When you want the performance of a Chevy with a bit more rugged design, choose the new Colorado. This Chevy truck brings robust features throughout the exterior and innovative technology in the cabin. Whether you are hitting the trails or just taking on daily commutes, this truck will work hard to make it easier. The new Chevy Colorado is here and ready to serve customers from Utica to Whitesboro. FIND YOUR NEW TRUCK IN HERKIMER TODAY Our dealership near Little Falls is ready to match you with the right Chevy truck. Simply visit us or get started online. Our professionals are happy to offer you comprehensive care and expert services throughout the truck buying process. Come get it started by test driving a Chevy.

The 19th Annual Steet Ponte Auto Group Golf Tournament is being held on Sunday, July 18th at Stonebridge Golf Course in Frankfort, NY! Each year we change the location to give all of our local golf courses business, and it’s also fun for us to golf different courses we might not attend normally! The tournament starts at 11:30am and is open to not just our employees, but family, friends, customers, and other business associates. Please call or contact Chris Bivins of Steet Toyota of Yorkville to sign up and form a team! (315) 736-8241 ext. 718 or ChrisBivins@steettoyota.com. Prizes for EVERYONE are always given out, including 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes, longest drive, and closest to pin. Coffee and donuts, lunch, beer for the day, hot dogs and hamburgers at the turn, a full Italian buffet dinner, and 18 holes of golf are included in your ticket for $85! Team skins are for $20. When: Sunday, July 18th Time: 11:30 registration, 12pm start Where: Stonebridge Golf Course 2340 Graffenburg Road, Frankfort, NY 13340 Format: Captain & Crew

Thursday, 06 May, 2021 The Steet Ponte Auto Group is HIRING at ALL LOCATIONS!! We have many positions open from Technicians, to Sales, to Office Staff! Message us here with your resume, or apply on www.steetponteautogroup.com Information for Technicians: We are a local and family owned and operated business, with a newly renovated store & state of the art shop, in house body shop, brand new break room for Service Department & Technicians, and plenty of space! This position is FULL TIME and includes health benefits, 401k, paid vacation, additional training through the manufacturer NO SUNDAYS, and ALL major holidays off! MUST have valid NYS driver's license. Responsibilities include: -Repairs and maintains cars and trucks. -Conduct diagnostic tests on vehicles and replace worn or damaged components. -Troubleshoot and repair a variety of engine systems to ensure that the proper repairs may be made to the customer’s satisfaction. -Carefully manage their time to ensure that repairs are made on schedule and the shop is as efficient as possible. To apply, send resume to Service Manager, Patrick Doherty: PDoherty@steetpontechevy.com or stop down to apply in person! Give us a call with any questions (315) 866-5080

You may be wondering, what's all the hype about with the new 2021 Chevy Bolt? Well, we'll be the first to say that we're impressed! Starting at $36,500, the 2021 Chevy Bolt gets an impressive 259 miles on a full charge, can go from 0-60 in 6.5 seconds, and has an 8-year/100,000 mile warranty on it! Chevy has made this model very easy to own with simple charging and less maintenance. The sporty new look comes in an array of colors from Cayenne Orange to Oasis Blue, Cajun Red, and Nightfall Gray, to name a few of the ones that caught our eyes! Charge your Bolt at home and have a full battery by morning, or, find a charging station near you using your myChevrolet app. Wondering about technology? The tablet sized touchscreen provides you with battery life, driving history, and real-time vehicle information as you drive. So what are you waiting for? Turn heads and change people's minds on the electric vehicle in a Steet Ponte Chevy 2021 Chevy Bolt today!!

Please help us congratulate Nate Stephens Jr. on his recent achievement of a GM Master Technician!! This is a HUGE accomplishment, and we celebrated yesterday with a luncheon in his honor! Pictured here is Steve Ponte Sr. (left) Nate (center) and Service Manager, Patrick Doherty (right.) There are a total of 12 categories and a number of courses for each that are required to become a GM Master Technician. Each category may consist of 1-5 or more classes providing a rigorous and extensive coursework. Nate now joins an exclusive class of World Class Technicians and we are very proud to have him right here at #SteetPonteChevy!! #GMMasterTechnician #ChevyService #FindNewRoads

Chevy has created a masterpiece in its all-new Equinox. The 2021 Equinox is a subcompact SUV that families would love. It comes loaded with amenities that make travel around Mohawk more enjoyable than ever. It brings you features not available in its competitors you may find in Utica. Its driver-assisted aids make driving a breeze by promoting better handling and control. The seating is plush due to its quality materials and power adjusted seating options. The cabin is larger, which allows passengers to have more legroom than ever before. It may be time for you to head to Steet Ponte Chevrolet in Herkimer to discover this spectacular crossover. THE NEW DESIGN The 2021 Equinox has a newly designed grille. The grille features the signature Bowtie emblem that bolsters the car's stature. The headlamps are more slender than ever, which adds to its sportier look. Further, Chevy offers fog lights that strengthen safety and improve vision. Although it is a compact SUV, the rounded curves throughout the design enhance last year's model's aesthetics. Also, Chevy offers roof rails that allow additional cargo to be transported from Ilion to Little Falls. The rear of the Equinox has an overhang on the roof. It minimizes the amount of wind flow and aids in the acceleration and performance of the SUV. Further, there is a bubble-like trunk door with the tail lights broader and brighter than ever. View our Chevy Equinox inventory here and start shopping!

And we’re BACK with our staff introductions at Steet Ponte Chevy!! The first Tuesday of every month we introduce a different face to help you get to know us better! This month, we’re introducing Mike Corian! Mike is a Sales & Leasing Consultant who lives locally in Ilion, NY! He started working with us in late 2020, and his favorite Chevy is the Chevy Silverado Trailboss. In his spare time, Mike likes to play the drums and guitar and spend time with family and friends.

We want you to know that we're dedicated to our employee & customer's health & safety during this time as we head into not only flu & cold season, but COVID-19 as well. We are complying with New York State Automobile Dealer's Association regulations and cleaning our facility every 2 hours per their instruction. We still have plexiglass in front of all desks, follow social distancing in all departments, and have cleaning supplies, extra masks, and hand sanitizer at every desk throughout our store. We have a professional cleaning company that still comes nightly to clean the dealership as well. Rest assured that your experience with our family and locally owned group of dealerships will not only be easy and enjoyable, but also SAFE! As a reminder, we still offer virtual vehicle sales. Service appointments can be made online or by phone, and both service and parts can be paid for over the phone as well!