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What is OnStar? If you’ve been looking at GM vehicles for your next auto purchase, you’ve probably run across the name OnStar a time or two. But what is OnStar? It’s  a system that’s available in most models that we carry, and we think you’ll be impressed with everything you can do with it. Today we’ll tell you a little bit about what OnStar can do and how you can try out the services for free! more Using the same technology that allows for voice and data communication in your smartphone along with GPS technology, OnStar is a system that allows for communication, navigation, and emergency services all easily accessible from within your vehicle. Communicate: Using OnStar, you can make and receive hands-free phone calls, making it easier and safer to get in touch with people when and where you need to. Get around: Navigation is as easy as pushing a button to connect to a representative –  just tell them where you’d like to go and turn-by-turn directions will be sent directly to your vehicle. Help is on the way: In addition to automatic crash response and emergency services, OnStar also helps you out in the event of a stolen vehicle  or when you’re in need of roadside assistance services. There’s also the RemoteLink Mobile App, which lets you connect to your vehicle from an app on your smartphone. You can lock or unlock the doors, check tire pressure, even send directions for later. There are a variety of plans to choose from, all of which include emergency, security, and hands-free calling. The biggest, most comprehensive plan is called Directions & Connections, and most models here at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac come with a free 3-month trial subscription to it! Want to try OnStar for yourself? We’ll show you everything you need to know when you come on in for your test drive!

Available soon! 2015 Cadillac Escalade Price Last fall, we gave you some preliminary details about the 2015 Cadillac Escalade after we’d started to catch word about its impending arrival. Since then, a lot has happened! Specs and photos and the 2015 Cadillac Escalade price have all been released. If you haven’t yet had a chance to scope out this redesigned beauty from Cadillac, now’s your chance! We’ll tell you what we know about some key improvements and details! more A 6.2L V8 gets the job done. First of all, we know the first thing on plenty of shopper’s minds is the almighty price tag, so let’s get that out of the way. The MSRP for the 2015 Cadillac Escalade starts at $71,695. It’s a pretty penny, to be sure, but when we’re talking about this level of technology, luxury, and capability in a long-term investment like this, we think you should reward your hard work with something amazing. And amazing the 2015 Escalade most certainly is… First of all, you’ve got increased engine output on this new model that now reaches 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. That translates to up to 8,300 pounds of towing capacity for your trailer, boat, or whatever it takes to get you on the path to a great time this summer. So there’s incredible power to be had at the helm of this new Escalade. What else? Your home away from home awaits. It’s really all about the luxury. From genuine wood to sumptuous leather, the interior is not only gorgeous to look at but mighty comfortable as well. Sharp color graphics make the instrument cluster, driver information center, and CUE multimedia system a dream to interact with, and magnetic ride control suspension and triple-sealed inset doors give you the smoothest, quietest ride you’ve ever imagined. Are you as excited as we are for the arrival of this all-new Cadillac Escalade? Be among the first to test drive and own it by getting on our mailing list today - just fill out the form on our information page. We look forward to taking you out in the best Escalade yet!

Cadillac ELR Kenosha WI This is the one you want to take for a spin! Auto enthusiasts in our area might be interested to know that the first 2014 Cadillac ELR in Kenosha WI has landed here at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac, and it's definitely a sight to see. Better yet, it's available to test drive for yourself! We're thrilled to be offering this advanced, luxurious, and seriously great-looking vehicle. Want to learn more about the ELR and how you can test it out? Read on! more Track your energy use and much more with the CUE system. For those of you not entirely familiar with the vehicle, the 2014 Cadillac is an ELR is an electric hybrid coupe. So you've got a battery that you can charge up, and that's good for up to 37 miles on its own, but that gets upped to 340 miles when you include the electricity that comes from the unique gas-powered generator. So it's an electric drive the whole way, even when you're using gas, and that ups your range to 340 miles. It's an impressive system, and we think you'll really like the way it feels to drive and ride in it Once you get inside, you'll immediately recognize that Cadillac standard of quality and luxury surrounding you. In addition to premium materials and ergonomic design that make the cabin extremely comfortable to spend time in, the information displayed to you is brought to life with a gorgeous touch screen, and includes many high-end features. The CUE (Cadillac User Experience) system has several special features unique for ELR drivers, allowing you to make decisions and stay informed about charging, energy use, and power flow. Maximize efficiency by choosing the drive mode that best suits your current driving conditions. Another way you can get the most from your ELR is the ability to choose from four drive modes - tour, sport, mountain, and hold. These allow you to make decisions about energy use, suspension, and really maximize your efficiency by opting to save battery power for when you're driving in the city when gas mileage is less ideal. If you want to learn more about the 2014 ELR that we have - in stock now! - at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac, please don't hesitate to contact us! We'd love to introduce you to this truly impressive automobile.

Cadillac XTS Kenosha WI When you're looking for a superior luxury experience, it's hard to match what you get with the 2014 Cadillac XTS here in Kenosha, WI. We're proud to offer this excellent model in a number of trim levels, and we think it's worth a little bit of your time to check out some of the top luxury features here on our blog. If you like what you see, why not schedule a test drive? We'd love to show you this incredible car in person. more One thing that our current Cadillac drivers absolutely love is the innovative Cadillac User Experience, or CUE. With a simple interface that's at once easy to use and complex in its scope, you can get all your communication, navigation, and entertainment needs met in one place. Easily make and receive calls, listen to music on the standard Bose premium audio system, and stay in charge of the dual-zone automatic climate control to keep you and your passengers comfortable. Speaking of comfort... In addition to the super-comfortable leather seating surfaces throughout the cabin, there's much more comfort to be enjoyed in the 2014 Cadillac XTS. Available heated and ventilated driver and passenger seats are optional on the base model and come standard with the luxury trim, and you'll also enjoy the available Ultra View sunroof that covers both rows of seats for a fully sun-warmed cabin whenever you want it. There are even available cushion length adjusters to give your legs the proper amount of support no matter how tall you are. Now that's a luxury experience. To learn more about the 2014 Cadillac XTS and the models we have in stock now here at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac, please don't hesitate to contact us anytime. Our friendly, knowledgeable product specialists will be happy to help you discover all the amazing features in this supremely luxurious car.

2014 Cadillac ELR Welcome to the future with the Cadillac ELR The 2014 Cadillac ELR is here! Well, kind of. The first ELR recently rolled off the assembly line – but it will be used for testing purposes by engineers. The full consumer release of the 2014 Cadillac ELR is scheduled for the early part of 2014. So while we may have a little while to wait, it’s encouraging seeing that the new car has reached a physical form, if only for testing purposes. more For those of you not familiar with the 2014 Cadillac ELR, it will be Cadillac’s entry vehicle to the electric car market. Following GM vehicles like the Chevy Volt, the ELR will be a vehicle that can get all of its propulsion from an electric powerplant. The design of the car will be uniquely Cadillac, while also being refined to be very aerodynamic and stylish. And all of this will sit on equally stylish 20” wheels the complete the look and feel of the vehicle. The new Cadillac ELR is getting ready to make waves. Beyond the initial range provided by the electric powerplant, the 2014 Cadillac ELR will also have the ability to regenerate energy. This will come in the form of a generator on board that will extend the range of the vehicle beyond the initial numbers. This power will also be put in the hands of the vehicle operators, as paddle controls will allow energy to be put back into the car’s battery while slowing the vehicle down. The 2014 Cadillac ELR has been attracting a lot of attention at various car shows and other events. So there’s no doubt that it will be highly coveted when it actually reaches the inventory of new cars in Kenosha here at Palmen GM. We’re excited to see what the future brings in the auto industry – and the new Cadillac ELR is sure to be a big part of it. Keep up on the latest Cadillac information here – or contact Palmen GM and tell us what you are looking for!

The safety features on the Sierra are like nothing you've seen in a truck. 2014 GMC Sierra Safety Features When you think about trucks, you typically get the appearance of a rugged vehicle in your mind, right? While the 2014 GMC Sierra will have all of that with its all-new styling, it might also surprise you with some of its other features. Namely, the 2014 GMC Sierra safety features are something to behold and will make the truck the trailblazer for next level full-size truck safety technology. Needless to say, we will be more than proud to welcome the 2014 Sierra into our new vehicle lineup in Kenosha. more One of the big 2014 GMC Sierra safety features that we consider a breakthrough is the haptic seat technology it will be fitted with. This involves a seat that can make you aware of certain driving conditions – all in the name of safety. In conjunction with the Lane Departure Warning, the seat of the new Sierra will vibrate in the left or right side of the seat depending on the side of lane encroachment without an active turn signal. In the same way, the Forward Collision Alert system makes the entire seat vibrate when there is the potential for a collision. While the seat is a real breakthrough, the existence of the technology to tell the seat what’s happening is where the real technology exists. For example, the Forward Collision Alert is able to monitor traffic through the use of a camera behind the windshield. The Lane Departure Warning works in much the same way, employing a camera to help keep you on track. The 2014 GMC Sierra - one safe truck. When pairing these safety systems, officials from GM compared it to someone tapping the driver on the shoulder to inform them of a road condition. But it wasn’t just their best guess, as research they did was able to show that the vibrating seat was more effective than say, an audible warning. Car manufacturers continue to make strides in assuring that vehicles are as safe as they can be for consumers. The 2014 GMC Sierra safety features are just one more step in that process. Want to know more? Contact Palmen GM and talk with an expert in the field right here at the dealership.

Buick Quiettuning Technology In the beginning, making phone calls with your vehicle’s internal system wasn’t so simple. In addition to the technological barriers, the fact is it was just plain too loud inside the vehicle. Buick understood this issue, which is why it instituted Buick QuietTuning technology. Implemented on vehicles like the 2013 Buick LaCrosse in Kenosha, the Buick QuietTuning technology is able to improve call quality using the revolutionary Buick IntelliLink system. more The Buick IntelliLink system is a highly advanced system, so those wishing to make calls through their vehicle have that going for them. But where the Buick QuietTuning technology really takes it to the next level is the noise reduction that is done inside the cabin of cars like the LaCrosse. Specifically, what keeps some of the noise down are things like triple door seals, liquid applied sound deadening and laminated window glass.   With cars like the LaCrosse, a lot of small things can add up to a lot when it comes to keeping the cabin noise down. And once the background noise is eliminated, calls can be made easily and clearly. And in addition to clear calls, passengers will appreciate the low noise of the cabin anyway. If you haven’t experienced a genuinely quiet ride in a vehicle, you might be surprised how nice it really is. Taking the technology to the next level, the Buick IntelliLink system uses voice commands to control functions like navigation and other things. And this of course takes advantage of the noise reduction as well. By pairing a smartphone, users can be completely connected in their new Buick. Don’t believe that the LaCrosse can provide a truly quiet ride? Then stop out to Palmen Buick Cadillac GMC and sit in the LaCrosse and experience the difference in person. In addition, we have a full lot of new and used cars in Kenosha as well.