Going low-tech with the 2011 Chevrolet Traverse - CNET (blog)
, but in order to do so we had to first rent a car, which is how we found ourselves behind the wheel of this 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. Now, we spend a good deal of time reviewing cars that are packed to the gills with cabin tech, but we've never turned down a chance to check out even a low-tech ride. For example, our Traverse was built without GM's OnStar telematics system, which means no Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, or Hands Free Calling. Retail purchasers of the Traverse are able to spec DVD-based navigation with USB/iPod integration, a 10-speaker Bose premium audio system, and flip-down rear seat DVD entertainment. Bluetooth hands-free calling isn't standard, but can be added as an option or included in one of the higher trim level packages. Our 1LT trim model featured a rear-park assist feature that uses an ultrasonic distance sensor that beeps with increasing intensity as you approach an obstruction while in reverse. The system is useful for avoiding fender benders due to poor rearward visibility, but we found that the system was a bit generous with its tolerances, reaching max intensity with plenty of space to spare. Source: www.cnet.com
