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2017 Buick LaCrosse Looks Like Avenir Concept You might see the 2017 Buick and notice the classic waterfall grille, but the added design features and elements from the Buick Avenir concept vehicle make it a huge step in a new direction. Previous years had Buick vehicles feeling and looking like the perfect choice for retirees, but these days, Buick has the style and technology to keep up with some of the most impressive luxury sedans in the automotive marketplace. Read here to learn about the 2017 Buick LaCrosse! more New Colored Shields on 2017 LaCrosse Right on the front of the new LaCrosse, it's easy to see the new shield and wings look that have been added to the grille. The tri-colored shield sits in the middle of the waterfall grille, and the extending lines from the side add contrast. The whole front end of the vehicle is much more sculpted than previous models have been. Read More: New Features on the 2016 GMC Acadia Stronger, Lighter The new body of the 2017 Buick LaCrosse is said to be lighter, yet stronger, than the current model. A more responsive driving experience is offered through the use of five-link rear suspension technology. The quiet and comfortable cabin of the 2017 Buick LaCrosse is sure to impress, and is a luxurious option that is not available on many other luxury sedans. Read More: What's New on the 2016 Buick Enclave? Shattering Expectations for 2017 The Avenir was a huge surprise for those looking to the future of Buick design. The new face of the 2017 Buick LaCrosse will be stretched across the entire lineup by 2018. We have a lot to be excited for, but until then, we will have this image to keep us eagerly waiting. Read More: The All-New Cadillac XT5

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 GMC Canyon Getting a Diesel Option in 2015? If you're looking for a pickup truck with versatility and overall dependability, but you don't need the intense carrying capacity and overwhelming towing capacity of full-size pickups, the 2016 GMC Canyon is the perfect choice. A few new elements and changes for 2016 are looking to take this mid-size pickup into the diesel direction very soon! We'll tell you more about it here: more The Perfect Everyday Pickup When you have the perfect mix of versatility and size, you can't help but brag. We love the 2016 GMC Canyon because it's the right size for drivers looking for power without sacrificing a decent fuel economy rating or taking up too much space. These smaller trucks are becoming more popular and we know it's because they offer plenty of power for a more affordable price. Here are some specs for the 2016 GMC Canyon. Engine: 2.5-liter four-cylinder, or 3.6-liter V6 Horsepower: 200 HP, or 305 HP Fuel Economy: 26 mpg hwy, or 24 mpg hwy Payload: 1450 lbs, or 1460 lbs Towing Capacity: 3500 lbs, 7000 lbs Read More: 2016 GMC Acadia Updates and Features The New Diesel Option We don't have one in stock yet, but the 2016 GMC Canyon is receiving a diesel engine option later in 2015. The new 2.8-liter turbodiesel engine will offer slightly increased power, and the potential for more miles per gallon in fuel efficiency. Up to 7,700 lbs of towing capacity and meeting tough emissions standards, the 2016 GMC Canyon with the All-new 2.8L Duramax turbo-diesel engine offers truly innovative and impressive options. Read More: 2016 Buick Enclave New Features Interested in a Test Drive? We would love to give you a chance to see this great pickup in person. Give us a call or schedule a test drive online to come in and take a closer look. We are sure you'll be impressed! You can also take the time to look through our free online financing tools that make it easy to get the car loan you need to drive home in a 2016 GMC Canyon today! Check Out Our Inventory Schedule Your Test Drive

GMC Acadia New Trim Level for 2016 When you're in the market for an SUV with the style and capability to handle a family or a road trip, the 2016 GMC Acadia has what it takes. Spacious, gorgeous, and efficient, this vehicle is the perfect combination of versatility and power. There haven't been too many changes since this vehicle was first released in 2007, but this year there are a few exciting things to report! We'll cover those for you here: more The Entire Family Gets a Boost Much like the cousins to the GMC Acadia, like the Buick Enclave, there have been a large number of innovations and technology improvements for 2016. This year, the 2016 GMC Acadia offers GMs prized 4G LTE connectivity with a built-in WIFI hot spot. Not only will the driver and passengers be able to access the internet while inside the vehicle, but they will do it on a lightning fast connection! A New Trim Level Makes the Acadia More Affordable The GMC Acadia SL offers you the basic package of features so that you can drive the vehicle you're looking for, without passing on quality or comfort. Expensive add-ons and extra features can make it hard for you to get the vehicle you want, but the new trim makes it easier than ever for you to drive home in a GMC Acadia. Don't Forget to Read: Fall Vehicle Maintenance You Might Forget! 2016 GMC Acadia Stats Engine Options: 3.6-liter V6 Horsepower: 281 HP Transmission: 6-speed Automatic Fuel Economy: 17 mpg city/ 24 mpg hwy Towing Capacity: 2,000 lbs Front-wheel and All-wheel drive available Read More! What's New on the 2016 Buick Enclave? Take a Closer Look? If you are interested in learning more about the 2016 GMC Acadia, or feel like you're ready to take a test drive, be sure to give us a call or schedule your appointment online. Our skilled automotive team are happy to answer your questions regarding our inventory options or financing for a new Acadia. We look forward to hearing from you soon! VIEW OUR INVENTORY SCHEDULE A TEST DRIVE

Three Forgotten Fall Maintenance Items Fall is a great time to get caught up on vehicle maintenance that you might have forgotten to do in the spring and summer. Thankfully, the team at Palmen GM is happy to help out by reminding you of some great ways to keep your vehicle running its best for fall. Heading into winter will be less stressful and more exciting with a car that is prepared to handle the road. Read on to find out more! more Fall Has Lots of Rain, Too! Chilly fall days can consist of rain or sleet or sunshine, and in Wisconsin, you never know what you're gonna get! If you didn't change your windshield wiper blades in the spring, this can be a great time to do so. It's always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to potentially scary driving conditions. Check This Out! Millennials Love Ugly Cars? Icy Roads are On the Way! While it may not be that time yet, the icy roads of winter are just around the corner. Fall is a great time to start looking for deals on new tires or snow tires. If you notice that your wheels are getting a little bald, or your tires are older than makes them safe, give us a call. We would love to help you find great new tires to drive with confidence this winter. Read More! The Cadillac ATS Coupe is Perfect for Empty Nesters Wax and Wash It might not be a sunny gorgeous day outside anymore, but giving your car a little TLC before the winter arrives can be a great help in ensuring your paint makes it through the tough winter. Salt from the roads and dirt from the wet weather can really do some serious damage to an unprotected vehicle exterior. Take the extra step and get it cleaned up. You'll thank yourself later. Do you have any extra tips for fall to offer? Leave them in the comments section below, and be sure to give us a call with any questions you may have! We love to help our customers get the help they need to drive a safe and comfortable car all year round. Check Out Our Service Center Specials! Check Out Our Used Car Inventory!

Space for the family, high tech features, and a luxuriously comfortable interior make the 2016 Buick Enclave the perfect choice for your family this year. Whether you need to tow a boat to the lake, or simply drive your friends or family across town, the Enclave has the space you need and the technology to make the drive more exciting and convenient. We'll tell you more about what to expect on the 2016 Enclave, and you can let us know what you think in the comments below! more Convenience Features for Everyone Bluetooth compatibility meets a first-row LCD screen and a 6-speaker audio system to make it easy to enjoy media or your favorite music while on the road. Passengers will love the easy-to-use apps on the updated Buick IntelliLink infotainment system, and the driver will appreciate special options like a voice-activated navigation system. Interior power outlets and USB ports allow anyone inside to charge and utilize smartphones and other devices while on the road. Read More! Which Cars Do Millennials Like Best? Engine Specs Engine: 3.6-Liter V6 Fuel Economy: 17 mpg city/ 24 mpg hwy Horsepower: 288 HP Torque: 270 ft-lbs Max Towing Capacity: 4,500lbs Check This Out! What's New for the 2016 GMC Terrain? Come In For A Test Drive The 2016 Buick Enclave is available now at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac of Kenosha for a test drive! Our friendly and qualified staff is always happy to answer any questions you have regarding our inventory or the simple financing process. If you are interested in test driving any of our vehicles, schedule your appointment online or give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you! Schedule Your Test Drive! Check Out Our Inventory!

The Top Vehicles for Millennial Drivers With the economy going down the drain in the recent past, and the number of young adults driving new cars has gone down. Nobody is making as much money and let's face it, it's tough fighting over jobs after college graduation. So what have the resourceful youth done with this puzzle of a situation? They've decided to purchase some of the less attractive discounted cars. We'll tell you why it's so interesting! more Quirky is Good It's not so much about having the coolest cars with the millennials. It's more important or a cooler car if it's memorable, quirks included! Past generations have spent large amounts of time trying to achieve the coolest cars, and the new generation seems to view this type of material possession as less important than experiences. Check This Out! The President's Limo is More than Bullet Proof! It's Where the Car Goes, Not How it Looks To millennials, a vehicle that can get them where they need to go without trouble (or even with slight trouble) is worth more than an expensive vehicle and no money to go anywhere. While they might view a nice car and think that it would be cool to drive, but quirky vehicles with character that fit into their budget are more attractive. Which Cars do they Prefer? Studies have shown that within the last few years, discounted and discontinued vehicles like the Pontiac Aztek have become more and more popular with the younger generation. Known for being an odd-looking vehicle, they were less popular during their initial production. Now that they are available for lower prices and offer a quirky unique appearance, vehicles like the Pontiac Aztek are being purchased by the younger generations and driven with pride. Don't Miss This One! Self-Driving Vehicles in 2017 It's neat to see how trends and preferences change between generations. If you are interested in seeing what we have available in our used car inventory for affordable prices, take a look! We'd love to talk with you and schedule a test drive.

Comfortable 2016 GMC Sierra Kenosha WI When you are in the market for a pickup truck, there are several factors to consider. If you need more power, more space, or more versatility, there is a comfortable 2016 GMC Sierra in Kenosha WI just waiting to be driven home. We'll tell you what separates these impressive trucks! more The Interiors The different trim levels within the Sierra trucks make for a variety of driving experiences. The base, SLT, and SLE trims come with varying levels of luxury and technology features. Leather seats, high quality audio packages and safety technology bring convenience and versatility to the driving experience in the GMC Sierra. A rear-view camera, Bluetooth connectivity, and a first-row LCD screen are options for those who choose the GMC Sierra SLT, but come standard on the SLE. 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 This is the lightest duty of the heavy and powerful trucks we'll be discussing, however, it's no reason to discount this choice! The 2500 and 3500 offer more horsepower and torque, but the 1500 has more than enough to add power and versatility to everyday tough jobs. Whether towing or maxing out the payload, the 1500 has more than the average driver needs! Base Engine: 4.3-Liter V6 Horsepower: 285 HP Towing Capacity: 6,100lbs Maximum Payload: 1,950lbs 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 Added power and a greater amount of towing capacity makes this a truck that is made for the toughest jobs. Without sacrificing style, this confident and aggressive-looking truck makes hard work seem easy. A comfortable interior and entertainment options can take even the worst drives and turn them into a good experience. Base Engine: 6.0-Liter V8 Horsepower: 397 HP Towing Capacity: 13,000 lbs Maximum Payload: 3,583 lbs Don't Miss This! 2016 GMC Sierra HD New Features 2015 GMC Sierra 3500 The biggest engine, the most horsepower, and the highest payload makes the 3500 a truly intimidating piece of engineering and design genius! When it comes to a dirty and intense job, the GMC Sierra 3500 can handle it with no complaints. Tow the farthest, carry the most, and do it with the confidence and style only the 3500 can provide. Base Engine: 6.0-Liter V8 Horsepower: 397 HP Towing Capacity: 13,000 lbs Maximum Payload: 3,583 lbs

When Can I Get a Cadillac XT5? The introduction of the all-new 2017 Cadillac XT5 was both exciting and unreal. A sky view of the new crossover SUV has left most of us drooling at the idea that we could get one soon and hopefully get a closer look at the new vehicle that the talented designers at Cadillac have created. more What Does the Future Hold? A new Cadillac might just be the answer we need to the question of what Cadillac is hoping to do with the future. As vehicles become more technologically advanced, brands like Cadillac have to work hard to stay ahead of the race. However, this new vehicle looks to be a show-stopper. The first of a new line of crossovers bearing the XT name, the XT5 is a replacement for the current SRX. The new Cadillac crossover will make it's worldwide debut in November at the Dubai Motor Show. READ MORE: 8 Things to Love About the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V A New Look From what we can see, Cadillac has taken their current style for vehicle exteriors and added modern flair and new carved features. The shape and build of the body shows an athletic and aggressive appeal, but without sacrificing the truly luxurious appearance that Cadillac has held throughout history. READ MORE: What's New for the 2016 GMC Terrain? Check out this video of our latest sneak peak at the 2017 Cadillac XT5 and let us know what you think in the comments below!

8 Things To Love About the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V When you think of exciting and powerful vehicles, not many jump immediately to the Cadillac name. However, the introduction of the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V is sure to change the minds of everyone lucky enough to see one of these sexy and aggressive cars drive by. We'll tell you 8 things you are sure to love about the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V. Read on! more #1: Capable of 200 MPH: This incredibly powerful sedan comes with 640 supercharged horsepower. Speeding ahead at record speeds, this cadillac is just as powerful as a Corvette Z06. #2: The CTS-V has completely unique and distinct features (aside from the classic Cadillac headlights). Each piece, from the carved hood to the grille, are functional and gorgeous. #3: The guts of the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V are a 2015 Chevy Corvette Z06. From the supercharged 6.2-liter LT4 V-8 engine, to the nearly identical horsepower and torque ratings, this Cadillac is certainly not a toy. READ MORE: What's New on the 2016 GMC Terrain? #4: While we don't have the latest fuel efficiency ratings yet, we are quite sure that Cadillac will fulfill its promise of avoiding the gas guzzler tax in this power hungry sedan. #5: The CTS-V engine is ready to handle the track abuse. With coolers throughout all of the engine and its important parts, this vehicle is prepared to take on whatever you throw at it! #6: There will be no right-hand-drive CTS-V for U.K. Cadillac fans out there. In order to experience the power and impressive nature of the 2016 CTS-V, you'll just have to learn how to drive it the way it was designed! READ MORE: What's New on the 2016 Buick Verano? #7: The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V is prepared to fit snow tires! This means that we, here in Wisconsin, are able to rest easy knowing that our 2016 Cadillac CTS-V is ready for winter roads. #8: The CTS-V is a truly stiff and sturdy vehicle. Several braces throughout the vehicle frame work to keep this powerful sedan looking and driving like new for years to come. Like we said, it's ready to handle what you've got! The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V is a truly impressive member of the Cadillac lineup for 2016. If you are interested in learning more about it, feel free to give us a call or schedule a test drive for its arrival date in the future. We can't wait to show you everything it's capable of! SCHEDULE YOUR TEST DRIVE

Inductive Charging Station for Cell Phones on New Sierra HD Every year, the pickup trucks become more and more high tech. It can't be argued that new vehicles are becoming more interesting and technological than ever before, but the pickup trucks of America have gotten a makeover and we are happy to see it! The 2016 GMC Sierra HD is a truck that is made to handle the toughest jobs, but not includes great technology features that make life more convenient! We'll tell you more about it here! more New Features Inside the 2016 GMC Sierra HD We are excited to tell you about these incredible new features available on the Sierra HD this year! * HID headlights with LED daytime-running lamps that now come standard regardless of trim level * A lockable tailgate * An inductive charging station for cellphones * Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration * New colours * Various electronic aides, like active direction assist Which ones are the most exciting? We're really excited to see the inductive charging station for cell phones inside the HD and also the new and amazing integration of cell phone technology through the use of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There may not be a huge change in the overall appearance of the 2016 GMC Sierra HD, but these features are sure to add to the overall convenience and enjoyable ride inside. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Using the software of your smartphone, the LCD screen inside the GMC Sierra HD will easily connect and play media files and make phone calls. It's no surprise to us that the designers at GMC made this a standard feature on the HD this year, but we are certainly glad to see it made an appearance!

New Features on the 2016 GMC Canyon When you need a pickup truck, we all know you need a hard-working vehicle with the capability and versatility to handle the tough jobs. Whether that means towing, hauling, or carrying, your pickup truck should be prepared to take on a challenge. We are going to talk about the changes on the 2016 GMC Canyon as we anxiously await its arrival at our dealership sometime this year! more What We Love About the Canyon There's a certain level of power and versatility that we expect in a pickup truck, and the 2016 GMC Canyon definitely has it. Over the years, this traditional-looking and confidence boosting truck has been the center of many tough jobs and that is why so many Americans choose a GMC Canyon when they need to get work done. READ MORE: What's New for the 2016 GMC Terrain What's New on the 2016? This smaller truck is prepared to take on tough jobs, but takes up less room than a full-size pickup. The refreshed appearance doesn't stray too far outside of the traditional appearance of earlier years, but does add a big of modern flair in the form of sharp lines and an eye-catching grille design. Offering more than 300 horsepower from its V6 engine, this midsize truck is almost as powerful as the base trims on other full-size options. READ MORE: What's New on the 2016 Buick Verano? New Technology Inside the 2016 GMC Canyon Above the base trim, the GMC Canyon offers great convenience features like satellite radio capability, more USB ports, a color touchscreen radio, and the GMC IntelliLink infotainment interface. Options at the SLT trim include a navigation system, and remote start. When it comes down to it, there are a million reasons to schedule a test drive today, and very few reasons why anyone could pass on this impressive pickup.