After all, I am capable of side-stepping subjectivity and finding a silver lining. Why? Because lacking power and (regardless of what some writers might claim) ‘off-road warrior’ credibility, it just doesn’t represent my tastes.īut if the Trax is indicative of the proverbial basket in which automakers seem to be placing many of their eggs in, it might be deserving of a closer look. So, when we turn our attention to Chevy’s lineup (for example) and seek out the MOST accessibly-price, MOST economical and (arguably) MOST eco-friendly of their crossovers, the Chevy Trax, there are some inherent challenges in appreciating its advertised strengths. The same could be said for off-roaders and overlanders, also best served by FCA. And while enthusiasts of these horsepower battles may be legion in their numbers, we still represent a niche demographic. Bolstered by the recent string of hi-po’d offerings, especially those grown from FCA’s various lineups, there is a reinvigorated customer base obsessed with juiced-up models being served up across all segments, from the Hellcat to the Trackhawk to the TRX. So, if the plan is to focus on accessibly-priced, versatile and eco-friendly offerings, one might be tempted to take a closer look at GM’s success-to-date in order to gauge the merit of their strategy. Of course, one of the first to make such an announcement was General Motors, touting cuts across the Chevy, Buick and Cadillac lineups. It’s been the better part of a year since certain automakers started to announce aggressive strategies calling for the mass-culling of their lineups to make way for crossovers, hybrid and EV offerings that we more aligned with evolving consumer sensibilities. And while I may (or may not) have needed an emergency tracheotomy after swallowing a pretzel nugget during a fit of reactionary laughter at such a ridiculous premise, it shines a light on certain automaker failings when it comes to the enthusiast community. This was the claim made in an article I’d recently read, which positioned (of all things) the Chevy Trax as a worthwhile consideration for prospective buyers looking for a competent off-roading vehicle. “A subcompact SUV like the 2018 Chevy Trax actually has several advantages to consider when you are searching for that perfect off-roader.”
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