2015 Ford Expedition Receives 5-Star Vehicle Safety Rating from NHTSA

PEKIN, Illi. - It's powerful, it's efficient, and it's one of the safest vehicles out on the road according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The 2015 Ford Expedition received a five-star vehicle safety rating from the NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. This evaluation program was created to test new automobile's performance levels against various safety threats.

With help from safety upgrades and newly added driver-assist technology, the 2015 Ford Expedition received a five-star vehicle safety rating from the NHTSA. The 2015 Expedition still contains the standard safety features that Ford customers rely on, including AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™, Safety Canopy® side-curtain airbags, a SOS Post-Crash Alert System, a tire pressure monitoring system, and traction control.

Ford customers will be pleased to know that the 2015 Expedition's trendy design and interior is accompanied by some of the latest driver-assist technologies. This includes the radar-based Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert, a rearview camera, keyless entry with push-button start, and front and rear parking sensors.

You can get behind the wheel of one of the safest vehicles out on the road with help from Velde Ford! Stop by the dealership and test drive the 2015 Ford Expedition today! At Velde Automotive Group, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit either of our dealerships, Velde Ford  at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or Velde Cadillac Buick GMC is located at 2220 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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Pricing for the 2015 GMC Sierra Elevation Edition

PEKIN, Illi. - GMC will soon offer consumers a dynamic duo of refinement and connectivity at a value price with the 2015 Sierra Elevation Edition. This stylish vehicle was developed for GMC customers who want the perfect combination of the latest trends and technologies without having to break the bank. Pricing for the 2015 GMC Sierra Elevation Edition is as follows:

• $34,865 for a 2WD model with the EcoTec3 4.3L V-6 engine

• $35,960 for a 2WD model with the EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 engine

• $38,795 for a 4WD model with the EcoTec3 4.3L V-6 engine

• $39,890 for a 4WD model with the EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 engine

Now that we have the pricing down, let's talk about power. The standard EcoTec3 4.3L V-6 is SAE certified at 285 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque, while the available EcoTec3 5.3L V-8 engine is rated at 335 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. Of the two, the 5.3L offers the best V-8 fuel economy in the segment with 23 miles per gallon on the highway!

Are you curious as to what else can you expect to get for the price of your 2015 GMC Sierra Elevation Edition? For starters, you will have the choice between four exterior colors - Onyx Black, Quicksilver Metallic, Sonoma Red Metallic, and Summit White. The 2015 Sierra Elevation Edition also includes 20-inch black-painted wheels, fog lamps, and projector-beam headlamps with LED lighting. As far as connectivity goes, the full-size truck is equipped with its own OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot with a three-month/3GB trial, GMC IntelliLink with color display, and Bluetooth wireless technology for select smartphones. 

If you have additional questions about the 2015 Sierra Elevation Edition or any other GMC vehicle, feel free to contact us at Velde Cadillac Buick GMC! At Velde Automotive Group, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit either of our dealerships, Velde Ford  at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or Velde Cadillac Buick GMC is located at 2220 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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The Ford Mustang Has Gone Global

PEKIN, Illi. - It's official, the Ford Mustang has gone global! For the first time in the iconic pony car's 50-year history, the Mustang will be available to customers worldwide in more than 100 markets. The pony car will be available in both left-and right-hand-drive configurations to meet the needs of customers in the United Kingdom, Australia, and South Africa. The first shipments of the Ford Mustang are currently en route to Asia and are expected to arrive in Europe midyear. 

Make way, make way, the Ford Mustang has gone global! The all-new Mustang is officially joining the other Ford and Lincoln vehicles that have been exported abroad. Not only is this exciting for customers, but also for Ford Motor Company as they are now able employ approximately 3,000 employees at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant in Michigan. In addition, another 100 jobs have been added to the Port of Portland to support Ford's exports to the Asia Pacific and other markets.

Mustangs that are exported from the United States must undergo a series of steps to ensure that they are compliant with the vehicle standards of the other countries. After specific engineering work is completed at the respective plant, the vehicle receives the finishing touches at their port's homologation center. The vehicles also undergo proper customs documentation and tracking to ensure that Ford can track their progress and delivery to their final destination. 

If you're ready to get behind the wheel of your very own 2015 Ford Mustang, visit us at Velde Ford and take one for a spin! At Velde Automotive Group, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit either of our dealerships, Velde Ford  at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or Velde Cadillac Buick GMC is located at 2220 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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New Ford GT is the Best Production Vehicle at 2015 NAIAS

PEKIN, Illi. - Talk about starting things off with a bang! Ford Motor Company didn't waste a second of time at the 2015 North American International Auto Show, immediately showcasing a hot new trio of performance vehicles! Surely everyone can agree that the highlight of their presentation was without a doubt, the all-new, ultra-high-performance, Ford GT supercar. 

It only took a mere 24 hours to pass before this bad boy earned an award. The Ford GT was quickly recognized by EyesOn Design as the best production vehicle at the 2015 NAIAS. EyesOn Design are the official design awards for the NAIAS and is responsible for honoring the best production and concept vehicles that make their global debuts at the show. The judges are made up of current and former design leaders from global automakers and transportation departments at top art schools.

Honestly, why wouldn't the new Ford GT be the Best Production Vehicle at the 2015 NAIAS? It is the perfect representation of Ford's commitment to innovation through performance. The GT is an efficient and lightweight supercar, with a 600-plus-horsepower twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 engine. It contains a seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle that allows the gears to change almost instantly and helps the driver to maintain exceptional control. 

The GT was perfectly crafted to provide aerodynamic efficiency. Every single slope and shape on the vehicle was strategically designed to minimize drag. Ford even added an active rear spoiler that is keyed to speed and driver input, adjusting its height and/or pitch angle depending on the conditions. We can expect to see the new Ford GT on sale in 2016 with a $250,000 to $300,000 price tag. 

At Velde Automotive Group, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit either of our dealerships, Velde Ford  at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or Velde Cadillac Buick GMC is located at 2220 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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Meet the 2015 Buick Avenir Concept Vehicle

PEKIN, Illi. - The most exciting week of the year for automakers and automotive fanatics is finally upon us. It is time for the 2015 North American International Auto Show! Yesterday at the Cobo Center in Detroit, Buick decided that there was no better time than the present to get the show rolling. The automaker chose to unveil the 2015 Buick Avenir concept vehicle a day early, giving the public a glimpse into the future of Buick sedans.

Meet the 2015 Buick Avenir concept vehicle; a premium, sporty, and expressive sedan that portrays new interpretations of Buick's traditional cues of beauty and presence without pretense. The sedan features a long hood, sloping rear deck, a new modern grille, and a wheels-at-the-corners stance, allowing for short overhangs and cab-rearward proportions. The VP of General Motors Global Design, Ed Welburn, stated that the Buick Avenir perfectly demonstrates the company's growing international reach and offers a vision of where their vehicles are headed in the future. Welburn also mentioned how the Buick Avenir's technology has been seamlessly integrated with the features that have become hallmarks for today's production models. He believes that these technological enhancements will drive a new generation of customers to the Buick brand.

Buick's design inside of the cabin was developed with both the driver and passenger's well-being in mind. The interior surfaces, inspired by nature and sea waves, are covered in rich, premium materials and warm colors. The color palette of the Buick Avenir concept contains light and natural tones, oiled and buffed wood trim, and Galvano satin-chrome accents. The Buick Avenir's cabin also allows for easy management of all of the vehicle's incredible technologies and integrated features. 

Some additional features on the Buick Avenir concept include: 

• Personal seating for four
• Full light-emitting diode (LED) exterior lighting
• Twenty-one-inch wheels
• Next-generation direct-injected V-6 engine with fuel-saving Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation) and stop/start technology
• Nine-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission
• Driver-selectable suspension damping
• Twin-clutch all-wheel-drive system
• Next-generation Buick IntelliLink infotainment with large, 12-inch-diagonal color touch screen
• Driver-recognition features that automatically sync infotainment preferences
• Ionic cabin air filtration
• Mobile device wireless charging
• OnStar 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot

Stay tuned! The Velde Voice will have many more exciting details on the Buick Avenir concept vehicle and the 2015 North American International Auto Show! At Velde Automotive Group, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit either of our dealerships, Velde Ford located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or Velde Cadillac Buick GMC is located at 2220 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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Coming to Velde Ford in January 2015....

PEKIN, Illi. - Rub-a-dub-dub, you can't put your car the tub, so what is one to do? Well, coming to Velde Ford in January 2015 is a BIG surprise for you! Velde Ford is starting off the new year SO FRESH 'n SO CLEAN, but we don't want to spoil the surprise just yet! For now, just trust us when we say that you're going to love the newest addition to our dealership!

Coming to Velde Ford in January 2015 is a HUGE surprise that will completely round out your entire experience with us! Have you ever had your vehicle serviced at Velde Ford? Well, our newest addition will be the cherry on top of all of the great things we currently offer our customers. The good news is, we are adding the finishing touches to our latest addition as we speak, so we will be making our BIG announcement SOON!

At Velde Ford, we provide our customers with a comfortable atmosphere that both our customers and employees enjoy. As a family owned and operated business, we treat our customers like members of the family! The employees at Velde Ford are always attentive because they genuinely care for you and your vehicle. Our customers can always count on our factory-trained and certified technicians to give them the best possible price for their service. 

Start off 2015 in a brand-new car with help from Velde Ford! From the 2014 Ford Escape to the 2014 Ford Focus, we have something on our lot that can meet any driver's needs! At Velde Automotive Group, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit either of our dealerships, Velde Ford  at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or Velde Cadillac Buick GMC is located at 2220 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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2016 Cadillac CT6 to Feature Revolutionary Camera-Based Rearview Mirror

PEKIN, Illi. - Cadillac customers will never look into their rearview mirrors the same way again! General Motors has recently announced that the 2016 Cadillac CT6 will feature a revolutionary camera-based rearview mirror, a system that will clear up a driver's field of vision by 300 percent. This advanced technology is replacing the traditional rearview mirror with streaming digital video that will not only show what is behind the vehicle, but will also remove any obstructions such as passengers, headrests, and even the vehicle's roof and rear pillars. 

Drivers of the 2016 Cadillac CT6 will be seeing things differently with help from a revolutionary camera-based rearview mirror. According the Cadillac CT6 executive chief engineer Travis Hester, the only thing comparable to this kind of rear vision is the view you would have while driving a convertible with the top down! Cadillac CT6 customers will say goodbye to blind spots and glare because the camera's video feed has a high dynamic range, providing drivers with a clear-cut image of the lanes behind them during any hour of the day. The system's HD camera is also covered by a water-shedding hydrophobic coating to help keep it clean during even the toughest of driving conditions. 

GM researchers and engineers working on the new video mirror have already been awarded 10 different patents for this technology - one for the streaming mirror and nine for the video processing capabilities like de-warping, glare reduction, and image calibration. Consumers will be able to see the new rearview camera feed and the 2016 CT6 at the New York Auto Show in March 2015.

At Velde Automotive Group, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit either of our dealerships, Velde Ford located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or Velde Cadillac Buick GMC is located at 2220 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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