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Just because you've recently graduated college shouldn't mean you go without a reliable and stylish vehicle to make your daily commute to your first job or interviews. GM offers a great program for recent college graduates that will help them to save money on a great car. High-tech features and versatile cargo space is available for college grads at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac of Kenosha. Check out the details below: more Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac Vehicles on 2017 College Graduate Program GMC Vehicles: 2017 GMC Acadia 2017 GMC Canyon 2017 GMC Sierra 2017 GMC Terrain 2017 GMC Yukon Buick Vehicles: 2017 Buick Cascada 2017 Buick Enclave 2017 Buick Encore 2017 Buick Envision 2017 Buick LaCrosse 2017 Buick Regal 2017 Buick Verano

If you're in the market for a new or used vehicle, and you're wondering which Buick model offers the cargo space you need to take on the next adventure, we've got you covered. Check out all the Buick models below, ranked from the least amount of cargo space, to the most. Then take a look at our inventory or schedule a test drive appointment online! more Which Buick Has The Most Cargo Room? 2017 Buick Regal Cargo Space: 14.2 Cu.Ft. 2018 Buick Verano Cargo Space: 14.3 Cu.Ft. 2017 Buick LaCrosse Cargo Space: 15 Cu.Ft. 2017 Buick Encore Maximum Cargo: 48.3 Cu.Ft. 2017 Buick Envision Maximum Cargo: 57.3 Cu.Ft. 2017 Buick Enclave Maximum Cargo: 115.2 Cu.Ft.

The Buick Verano offers the perfect combination of space, affordability and comfort. If you'd like to get behind the wheel, or even just see what is available, check out the inventory at Palmen GM. Read on and we'll show you the color options for the 2017 Buick Verano, and give you more details about the engine specs and interior features that come along for the ride. more 2017 Buick Verano Color Options Ebony Twilight Metallic Crystal Red Tintcoat Summit White Quicksilver Metallic Graphite Gray Metallic Test Drive 2017 Buick Verano Kenosha WI If you'd like to take a spin in a 2017 Buick Verano, give us a call or schedule your test drive appointment online. Our friendly team of Buick experts is here to answer your questions and give you a guided tour of all the exciting features the 2017 Verano has to offer.

The 2016 Buick Verano has a lot to offer, especially in the form of optional safety features. When you want a midsize sedan with luxury and comfort, you can't go wrong with the incredibly stylish 2016 Buick Verano. Quality craftsmanship and smooth performance come together to make a sedan with a fun-to-drive attitude and a comfortable space for up to four adults. We'll tell you about the 2016 Buick Verano's optional safety features. more 2016 Buick Verano Engine Specs A quick and responsive engine comes standard under the hood of the Verano, making it a vehicle that is as fun to drive as it is luxurious and comfortable. The natural elegance of the exterior design continues throughout the high-tech interior. Exciting features like a voice-activated navigation system and a versatile infotainment system can take any drive in the Verano to the next level. Read More: Check Out the New 2017 Buick LaCrosse 2016 Buick Verano Available Safety Features On top of the available rear-view camera system and the standard airbags, the 2016 Buick Verano comes with a host of available safety features. Some of the active safety technologies available include Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Side Blind Zone Alert, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. These features are available on the Verano 1SG models and above. Read More: Reasons Why the Verano is the Perfect Daily Commute Each trim level comes with an added level of comfort and convenience. You can find all the available Verano models available in our up-to-date online inventory. Take a moment to schedule a test drive and see for yourself what impressive technologies are available for the lucky driver of a new Verano.

Is the Buick Verano a Good Commuter Car? Buick is a vehicle brand that has truly stepped up their game over the last few years. New Buick vehicles are rolling off dealership lots quickly and it's because luxury and great-quality come standard on every Buick. The Buick Verano, a compact sedan, is an excellent choice for those looking to make their daily commute more comfortable and enjoyable. We'll tell you why! more The Buick Verano Design Sometimes, it can make the daily commute better than usual just knowing that your driving in a great-looking car. We're here to tell you that the Buick Verano catches the attention of other drivers as it passes by, but it's sleek design also makes it aerodynamic. The classic Buick waterfall grille meets the almond-shaped headlights of the Verano, giving the whole vehicle an appearance of luxury, without the hefty price-tag. Read More: 2016 Cadillac CTS-V with over 400 HP The Buick Verano Fuel Economy This quick and responsive 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine puts down 180 horsepower and still manages to reach for up to 32 miles per gallon on the highway. Not only will the Verano be saving you time and money at the gas station, but it will do it without forcing you to sacrifice an excellent drive-style and smooth acceleration. Read More: 2016 GMC Terrain Features and Updates The Buick Verano Interior Comfort This compact sedan might not have the roomiest interior, but space for up to five passengers and high-tech convenience makes it a great choice for the daily commute or any trips around town. High quality cloth seating trim comes standard and supportive back rests ensure a comfortable riding or driving experience. Smooth design and great style makes time inside the Verano appealing and modern-feeling. Interested in Taking a Closer Look? If you'd like to learn more about the Buick Verano, or take the 2015 or 2016 Buick Verano for a test drive, give us a call. You can also schedule a test drive online, or take the time to utilize our free finance tools available through our website. Our team here at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac is always happy to answer your questions and help you find the perfect fit for you and your lifestyle. Schedule a Test Drive

2016 Buick Verano in Kenosha WI Sleek lines and a luxurious interior come together in the 2016 Buick Verano. If you need a sedan that looks and feels great, but doesn't cost an arm and a leg in fuel at the gas station, then the Buick Verano might be the perfect choice! We'll take a minute to share some images of the 2016 model and talk about the newest features. more What We Love About the Verano Engine: Standard 1.4-Liter I-4 Transmission: Standard 6-speed Automatic Horsepower: 180 HP Fuel Economy: 21 mpg city/ 32 mpg hwy Luggage Volume: 14.3 cu. ft. Check This Out! Buick Beat Honda in Initial Quality Ratings! What's Different for 2016? There aren't any huge changes for the 2016 Buick Verano. This small sedan is affordable and luxurious at the same time, making it a popular choice for Americans across the country. The first-row LCD screen works with Buick's Intellilink infotainment software, Bluetooth connectivity, and a USB and auxiliary input. Higher trims offer leather seating, a Bose speaker system, heated front seats, and active safety features like lane-departure warning, side blind zone alert, and rear cross traffic alert. All of these things are features on the 2016 Buick Verano with slight improvements to style and design this year in comparison to the 2015. Don't Forget to Read This! Four Reasons to Choose an SUV Over A Minivan When Can I Get One? If you are interested in test driving a 2016 Buick Verano, you are in luck! We have them in stock and ready to go! Hurry in to be one of the first to drive home in the super stylish and newly arrived 2016 Buick Verano. We look forward to hearing from you soon! Let us know what you think about it in the comments section below!

You read that correctly. American brands might not have always been known for their quality and longevity, but Buick has been fighting hard for the last few years to climb the ladder. Their redesign and great new vehicles have made quite the impression! Just this week, we were impressed to see Buick rated by JD Powers with higher initial quality than Honda! Read on to learn some more! more In previous years, issues with high costs and low quality plagued GM vehicles making choices like Toyota and Honda much more popular. But after their stumbling period, GM has come back to life and is better than ever! Over the last few years, Buick in particular has been fighting for the top spots. According to JD Powers, Buick ranked above Honda and right next to Toyota on the scale of 2015 US Initial Quality. This measures how many problems the vehicles experience in the first 90 days of ownership. While this is only one measure of the quality and value of a new car, there are others. We would consider the Buick success in initial quality ratings a fluke of genius, but it turns out that the 2015 lineup is impressive across the board! Buick scored in 2nd place out of all the car brands for 2015 Vehicle Dependability. Before Toyota, before Honda, and before many of the more expensive luxury brands like Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. What does all of this mean? It means that GM has made huge improvements in quality, pricing, and style. Their redesigned Buick vehicles are gorgeous, sleek, and as comfortably luxurious as they always have been (only more high-tech these days!) Are you interested in checking out some of the awesome vehicles that Buick has to offer for 2015? These classic cars and SUVs have the best of both worlds, and finally offer the quality we expect and deserve from American car companies! Check these out: 2015 Buick Regal -- A Small Sedan with A Lot to Offer 2015 Buick Verano -- A Midsize Sedan With Safety and Technology on Lock 2015 Buick LaCrosse -- This Classic Full-Size Sedan Has Room and Comfort for All 2015 Buick Encore -- A Cross-over SUV with Fuel Economy and Versatility 2015 Buick Enclave --  A Full-Size SUV with Room for the Family and Cargo Space to Spare

How do I switch my Buick Verano to synthetic oil Does the latest statistics and conversation about synthetic oil have you scratching your head? What’s the difference? Why should I switch? How do I switch my Buick Verano to synthetic oil? These are all valuable questions that we hope to answer in this blog post. Read on to find out more about the benefits of synthetic oil. more There are lots of automotive people walking around talking about the benefits of switching to synthetic motor oil. Here are a few of them: It keeps your engine cleaner: Conventional oil can become a sludge as is gets dirtier which can decrease the efficiency of your engine. Synthetic oil is more pure and resists the formation of sludge. Increases engine life: Conventional oil loses it’s oily texture as it gets dirty and used. This means that the parts inside your engine are rubbing together and not protected. Synthetic oil retains it’s slippery abilities for much longer. Winter is no match for it: Cold weather makes oil much thicker and as a result, it doesn’t do it’s job very well until the engine is properly warmed up. Synthetic oil, on the other hand, works just as well in cold weather and keeps the engine running in top shape even in the midst of Wisconsin’s intense coldness. Less frequent oil changes: The synthetic oil stays cleaner, longer. This means that it can carry a car farther between oil changes. So, what is the problem and why don’t we all just use synthetic oil? Well here are a few reasons why it’s a big choice to make. Once you go synthetic, you can’t go back! It’s a one-time switch over, so you need to make the decision and stick with it! It’s more expensive than conventional motor oil. You get this oil changed less frequently, but when you DO change it, it costs a little more. It evens out, but with an engine that runs more smoothly and less frequent oil changes, it just about pays for itself! Synthetic oils cannot fix a vehicle that is worn out or running poorly. It works best on newer vehicles. Now, how do you make the switch? If you are considering switching to synthetic oil, bring in your vehicle to see the experts here at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac. We will get your vehicle’s oil switched and make sure that everything else in your car looks good. Our team of highly experienced technicians are always prepared and will get the job done quickly and affordably.

2016 Buick Verano with HID Xenon Headlights How could the 2015 Buick Verano get any more amazing? This was a question we were asking until we saw the pictures released recently from the Shanghai Motor Show. Buick showed up and amazed us all with the concept for the 2016 Buick Verano, a 2nd generation compact sedan. What else do we know about the 2016 Buick Verano with HID xenon headlights? Keep reading to find out! more So what has us so excited to see this new compact sedan? Just looking at the exterior, it’s easy to see that designers are working to make this into a more fluid and aerodynamic vehicle. The appearance of a slightly longer length and a more carved looking body design makes for a modern appeal, without losing the luxurious and exciting details of the Buick waterfall grille. Classic design meets modern charm in this new generation of Buick Verano. Without a doubt, the more angled headlights and natural lines flowing towards the back only add to what the Verano did so well in the previous generation. The rear lights stand out and direct the eye towards the Buick logo in the rear center. Under the hood, the new Verano is said to have a 1.5-liter turbocharged Ecotec engine that puts out an impressive 166 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The 17-inch wheels give it an authoritative stance that we hope makes it into the production line. Excited to get your own 2016 Buick Verano? We know they look great. Give us a call if you have any questions about financing for one of these gorgeous vehicles, or if you want to be one of the first to test drive one. Check back here often to see the latest news and updates from Buick!

Buick Dealerships Win for Best Customer Service We have all had to take our car into the repair shop at least once. Much like going to the dentist, it is something we would love to avoid. However, a trip to the service department of a dealership doesn’t have to be a horrible experience and the people at Buick dealerships are proving that. In a recent ranking, people’s rankings showed that Buick dealerships have the happiest customers. Read on and we’ll tell you more about why that is true. more In a recent poll done by J. D. Power and Associates, Buick came out as the number one vehicle dealership with the happiest customers overall. Between the sales process, service department, and interaction with workers there. This poll put Buick in the lead but also showed the Chrysler brand vehicles to be in the very bottom. Surprised? Driving a Buick seems like a great idea these days since they have progressed so much over the last few years in style and efficiency. On top of that, Buick seems to have the customer service down pat! Have you been in lately to check out the great deals and discounts on Buick vehicles like the 2015 Buick Verano? Perhaps the 2015 Buick Regal? They are all so great-looking these days. The stereotypical “old people” Buick’s are gone and their replacements are some really stylish and well-designed vehicles that are toppings the charts in lots of categories. If you are curious about financing for a new Buick, at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac, the process is very simple and easy. You can get pre-approved for financing online and even see how much your trade-in is worth! There’s no reason to drive to the dealership when you have so much information and possibility at your fingertips. Let us know what we can do to help. We want to make your car shopping process as stress-free and enjoyable as we can. Be sure to bring your vehicle in to see us when you need regular maintenance or repair. Buick dealerships are #1 in customer service and we want to show you what that means!

Efficient 2016 Buick Verano compact sedan New cars are introduced every day. So, what makes the 2016 Buick Verano so exciting? Well, as we’ve seen with the Avenir concept vehicle and the introduction of the Verano in 2009, Buick is no longer the car that you drive when you are 85. Buick is making some pretty intense changes to their lineup and we will tell you what we know about the efficient 2016 Buick Verano compact sedan. more GM has been impressing us all with their recent additions to the lineup of compact cars and SUV crossovers. There is no denying the stylish and exciting looking Buick Verano has been a popular choice in small sedans since its release in 2009. Looking forward to the 2016 model, we can only anticipate the innovative features and technology that are sure to make the new Verano a truly impressive vehicle. Looking a little akin to its European sibling the Opel Astra, the new Verano seems to be generating excitement for the future of Buick vehicles in the small sedan category. This brand new model will be similar to what we are seeing in the Chevy Cruze line here in the US. A slightly more aggressive stance compared to the Opel Astra makes this sedan a sleek and impressive appearance. It is anticipated to feature a turbo-charged 1.4-liter engine delivering what we can assume will be excellent fuel-economy ratings. We are so excited to see the 2016 Verano. Check back on the blog frequently to keep up with the latest news about the features and changes in the new Buick Verano. We anticipate its release in the last 2015 year. If you are interested in taking a 2015 Verano for a test-drive or talking with our friendly and experienced staff about what is to come, feel free to stop in or give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

Buick Verano better than Honda Accord With all the recent changes and advances in the automotive industry, it can be no surprise that the rankings have been shaken up, and that domestic brands like Buick are making their way up the charts. This year Consumer Reports ranked Buick Verano better than Honda Accord for the first time. Winning awards for their Verano and Regal models, the Buick lineup has certainly benefitted from the change in styling and audience in the last few years. We’ll tell you what we know. more Buick has been struggling to change their stereotypical image of a brand for retirees over the last few years. With advertising campaigns and a refreshing redesign of their vehicles, they have found success in changing their audience’s perception. The changing style has resulted in Buick vehicles becoming more modern, but without asking them to sacrifice any of their luxury quality and comfort as vehicles that are perfect for any driver. This year, according to Consumer Reports, Buick is having a better year than Honda, making it the only domestic brand to have climbed into the top 10. The top brands, due to American-made cars’ rather poor history, have been imports for the last several years. This year, however, marks the change that we have been waiting for and the proof that we wanted to prove that Buick’s efforts are indeed succeeding. We’re including the list of the top 10 brands below. Check back with us often to see what we’ve heard lately and to see what offers and deals we are promoting. Also take a look through our full inventory of 2015 models that are just waiting for a test drive. Make an appointment with us online or give us a call. Top 10 vehicle brands according to Consumer Reports 1. Lexus 2. Mazda 3. Toyota 4. Audi 5. Subaru 6. Porsche 7. Buick 8. Honda 9. Kia 10. BMW