Illinois Auto Lease Tax Law Changes for 2015

PEKIN, Ill. ––  Did you know as of Jan. 1, 2015, the state of Illinois did away with its former Auto Tax Law and put a new law into effect that helps our customers save money?

The Illinois Auto Lease Tax Law changed for 2015 and now requires that customers only pay tax on the value of the lease duration, unlike the previous law where leasers paid a use tax on the entire value of the leased vehicle. With this tax change, you'll find your monthly lease payment to be much lower, making it even more beneficial to lease a vehicle. 

With the Illinois Auto Lease Tax Law change in 2015, leasing a brand-new vehicle at Velde is better than ever. We want you to know the benefits of leasing under the new tax law, which is why as soon as we heard about the changes, we began to research and train our employees to ensure that they're able to help you in the best way possible. At Velde Ford, we go above and beyond to make sure our customers have all of the information they need before they lease or purchase a vehicle. Stop by our Ford dealer near Bellevue, IL, to test-drive one your next Ford lease!

At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit Velde Ford located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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Creative Ways to Decorate Your Pumpkin for Halloween

PEKIN, Illi - All right, we already covered how to add apples and pumpkins into your menu this fall, but with Halloween in sight, we quickly remembered another fun fall activity –– pumpkin decorating! While many people like to stick to their traditional jack-o-lantern carvings, why not take a shot at one of these creative ways to decorate your pumpkin for Halloween? All of these ideas are super simple and are sure to be great at-home projects to do with the kids!

Creative Ways to Decorate Your Pumpkin for Halloween

There definitely isn't a shortage of candy this time of year, so why not put it to good use? Glue some of your favorite candies onto your pumpkin to make a silly face or a unique design!

Thumbtacks can be used for more than just hanging notes on your cork board! Use the pins to write out a message or create a decorative pattern on your pumpkin. 

A little Mod Podge and some festive fabric can turn your pumpkin into a real piece of art! Fabric-covered pumpkins also make for adorable centerpieces! 

Paint your pumpkin in chalkboard paint to turn into your personal message board!

Carving a pumpkin has never been so easy! Kids can pick out their favorite cookie cutters and, with your help, of course, use a mallet to pound the cookie cutter all the way through the pumpkin's shell. Using a knife, parents can easily carve out their perfectly shaped design and ta-da!

Painting your pumpkin is not only a hassle-free project, it's also a great way for the kids to get creative all on their own! Whether they decide to use stencils or paint free-hand, the possibilities are endless!

Prepare your vehicle for whatever fall has in store for us with help from our Ford dealer near Peoria Heights. At Velde Autos, 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.

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Rainy Day Activity Ideas

Pekin, Illi. – They say April showers bring May flowers, and we're definitely not short on rain this week! If you're anything like us, the first thing you want to do on a rainy day is curl up on the couch and watch a movie, but if we're being real here we all know you can't watch a movie every single day of spring. So, if you're looking for a few fun ideas to cure the rainy day blues, check out these rainy day activity ideas!

Rainy Day Activity Ideas for Kids

Indoor Treasure Hunt

Host your very own indoor treasure hunt! All you have to do is create a set of clues, with each clue leading to the next and eventually to the treasure. Label the clues (5/10 or five of ten) to help the hunters keep track and before you know it they'll be lost in another world!

Build a Fort Indoors

Is there anything cooler as a child than building a fort inside and being able to sneak away to what seems like an alternate universe? Probably not.

Indoor Paddle Ball

Just because the rain is keeping you inside doesn't mean you can't get active. Try this indoor version of paddle ball – and no expensive vases or lamps will get broken.

Get Scientific

Play Bill Nye and watch your little ones oooh and ahhh over this science experiment that makes these worms come alive right before your eyes!

Cardboard Creativity

There's just something about a cardboard box that sparks creativity. The options are endless and will keep your little ones occupied all day!

If you do brave the rain and head to town on a spring rainy day, make sure to exercise additional caution on the roads since they can become slick with rainfall. As the weather changes, it's always best to be extra careful to ensure safety for you and your passengers.

If you're sick of the rain and can't wait to drop the top on a brand new convertible, stop by our Ford Dealership serving Peoria, IL to check out the new Mustang or visit our Peoria area GMC Dealership for a vehicle that is ready for any type of adventure!

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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Ford and Microsoft Team Up to Launch New Connectivity Services

PEKIN, Illi. - There has been a lot of chatter going on from the automobile and technology markets. Word on the street is that Ford Motor Company and Microsoft are teaming up to launch new connectivity services for future Ford vehicles. After some technical complications with the previous Microsoft system on Ford vehicles, the automaker decided to take action and will work hand in hand with the technology giant to create an incredible connectivity experience for their customers!

Ford and Microsoft are teaming up to launch a new connectivity system to support SYNC 3; Ford's latest infotainment system. This upgraded version of SYNC will run on a cloud-based Azure platform from Microsoft and will help Ford effectively notice how owners of the vehicle use the system and will also them to recognize owner's driving habits. An up and coming feature on SYNC 3 will allow data to be collected wirelessly and processed to detect any mechanical or technical issues within the vehicle. If the system does happen to detect a problem, the software will then notify the driver about any maintenance required for the car. 

With this re-established relationship, Ford will be able to provide their customers with a broader set of connectivity services. SYNC 3 will still use Blackberry's QNX on-board operating system to provide users with a simpler layout, larger fonts, and a touchscreen that can swipe up, down, or across. By the end of 2016, all Ford vehicles in the United States will have switched to SYNC 3 and  all vehicles around the globe will have the new system by 2018. Reports say that SYNC 3 could start appearing on some of Ford Motor Company's 2016 models this year. 

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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Ford Celebrates Production of 5-Millionth EcoBoost-Equipped Vehicle

PEKIN, Illi. - Ford Motor Company's fuel-efficient EcoBoost® engine technology has officially hit a production milestone! Ford celebrates the production of the 50-millionth EcoBoost-equipped vehicle, a major accomplishment considering that it was less than three years ago that the 500,000th EcoBoost-equipped vehicle was produced. 

Ford employees sure know how to get the job done! Ford is celebrating the production of the 5-millionth EcoBoost®-equipped vehicle, which means that the automaker has been rolling out more than 200,000 EcoBoost engines per month worldwide. The production of the 5-millionth EcoBoost-equipped vehicle corresponds with this being the first full year that customers were able to choose EcoBoost-equipped engines on 100 percent of Ford's passenger vehicles sold within the United States. Now this fuel-saving engine is available in every region that Ford serves!

This achievement means much more for Ford than hitting a production milestone. This takes the One Ford plan one step closer to increasing innovation across the automaker's global product portfolio and hones in on Ford's dedication to their Blueprint for Sustainability.

Interested in learning more about the fuel-saving EcoBoost engine? Pay us a visit at Velde Ford! 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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GMC Launches New "Precision" Multimedia Ad Campaign

PEKIN, Illi. - For the first time since the launch of the 2000 "Professional Grade" tagline, GMC decided to use their marketing efforts to highlight the quality of the brand's entire lineup. This week GMC launched their new "Precision" multimedia ad campaign which hones in on their relentless attention to detail and represents a modern interpretation of the well-established GMC brand.

GMC's line of premium trucks, SUVs, and crossovers, including the ever popular Denali sub-brand, will be showcased throughout the campaign. The "Professional Grade" tagline was developed to demonstrate GMC's exact attention to detail and the fine craftsmanship behind everything they create. Now "Precision" will serve as a core attribute of the brand as they continue to build momentum.

GMC's new "Precision" multimedia ad campaign will include three TV ads that demonstrate the precision and accuracy practiced by professional athletes and how that can be compared to the hard-working GMC engineers and designers. The ultimate message here is that dozens of MLB pitchers can strike out a batter and dozens of automakers can produce a vehicle. However, it is the precision of the pitcher's throw and the precision of the vehicle that will set it apart from competitors. You can watch GMC's latest "Fastball" ad below –––


You can see the precision and exceptional quality that GMC offers when you visit your Pekin Area GMC Dealer! 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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Why Ford is the No. 1 Brand that Generation Z Considers

PEKIN, Illi. - MartizCX, a customer experience software and research company based in Salt Lake City, recently released reports about the automotive market and which vehicle brand tends to draw in young people when they start car shopping. After surveying almost 1,100 people between the ages of 16-21, results showed that Ford is the number 1 brand that "Generation Z" considers when looking for a new vehicle.  

When Generation Z sets out to purchase a new vehicle, three "must have" elements sit at the top of their list: fuel economy, vehicle design, and vehicle value. At the end of the day, Gen Z wants a vehicle that looks good and that can take them far on one take of gas. Once this study was released, it was very understandable why young drivers gravitate towards Ford vehicles, especially since the brand has recently started to build more and more vehicles prioritized around these attributes. 

Another contributor to Ford being the number 1 brand that Generation Z considers is the automaker's exceptional lineup of small and midsize vehicles. The MartizCX study showed that a majority of Gen Z buyers preferred compact cars like the Ford Focus, midsize sedans like the Fusion, and subcompact cars like the Fiesta, over utility vehicles and trucks. With Generation Z having more financial limitations than older buyers, the car segment offers several more cost effective options than the utility or truck segments. 

Are you a Gen Z buyer in search of a great deal on a new Ford vehicle? Look no further than Velde Ford! 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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Cadillac Gives Oscar Viewers a Sneak Peek of All-New CT6

PEKIN, Illi. - You may have had to do a double take or even rewind the DVR, but Cadillac did in fact give viewers a sneak peek of the all-new CT6 during the broadcast of the 87th Academy Awards this past Sunday. The spot entitled "The Daring: No Regrets" was one of three all-new Cadillac advertisements that premiered during the Oscars ceremony. The automaker slowly built up the anticipation in the start of the commercial, waiting until almost the very end of the spot to give us all a crystal clear shot of the upcoming CT6 flagship sedan.

Roughly a month before its expected debut at the 2015 New York International Auto Show, Cadillac gave Oscar viewers a sneak peek of the all-new CT6. It was subtle and sleek, you almost didn't realize that it was the LED lights on the Cadillac CT6 that were surfacing from the fog. Right when your mind starts to race with curiosity, it hits you....BAM! The Cadillac CT6 sedan - featuring what appears to be a modernly enhanced body structure - slowly emerges and drives past the camera while Cadillac's "only those who dare drive the world forward" slogan graces the screen.

As quickly as we realized it was happening, the CT6 was gone, now forcing us all to wait patiently for the great unveiling on March 31st. Cadillac said that the sedan uses advanced mixed-material manufacturing techniques and will have an available plug-in electric option that is expected to deliver an industry-leading fuel economy of at least 70 mpg. Customers will be able to enjoy the Cadillac CT6's state-of-the-art technology, efficiency, and performance when it goes on sale in the fourth quarter of 2015.

Did you miss Cadillac's sneak peek of the all-new CT6? Watch the commercial below ––

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Velde Ford Car Wash is NOW OPEN!

PEKIN, Illi. - Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, we are absolutely thrilled to announce that the Velde Ford Car Wash is NOW OPEN! This top-of-the-line car wash is the cherry on top of all of the awesome services that we offer our customers and will completely round out your entire experience with us here at Velde Ford.

After many months of planning and hard work, the Velde Ford Car Wash is NOW OPEN and is sure to be the perfect "finishing touch" to your experience with us. At Velde Ford, we strive to provide our customers and employees with an enjoyable and comfortable atmosphere. As a family owned and operated business, we treat our customers like members of the family and our employees will always give you their undivided attention because they genuinely care for you and your vehicle. As our customer, you can also always count on our factory-trained and certified technicians to give you the best possible price for their service. 

Go ahead and schedule your next service appointment with us online, then keep your vehicle so fresh 'n so clean with Velde Ford's BRAND NEW car wash! 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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2015 Ford Mustang Earns Five-Star Vehicle Safety Rating from NHTSA

PEKIN, Illi. - It was just over a year ago that Ford Motor Company unveiled the "creme de la creme" of Mustangs. It was built from the ground up with a redefined structure to provide Ford drivers with even more power and capability. Now naturally when it came to safety features, Ford wouldn't dare to equip the most advanced Mustang of all time with anything but the very best!

The 2015 Ford Mustang earned a five-star vehicle safety rating from the NHTSA in the New Car Assessment Program testing. Ford's all-new Mustang was put through an intense evaluation program to test its performance against different safety threats. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration quickly learned that this pony car was no joke as it earned five-star scores in the front, side, and rollover crash tests! 

The 2015 Mustang actually contains more airbags, peripheral crash sensors, and pretensioning safety belt technology compared to previous models, making it one of the safest vehicles out on the road. There are some additional driver-assist features that contribute to the 2015 Ford Mustang earning a five-star vehicle safety rating from NHTSA. Along with the myriad of standard safety features already available on Ford Mustangs, this particular pony car offers some new innovative technologies like Adaptive Cruise Control, BLIS® Cross-Traffic Alert, and SYNC 911 Assist to provide drivers and occupants with even more protection while out on the road. 

You can easily get behind of the wheel of your very own 2015 Ford Mustang with help from Velde Ford, just stop by the dealership for a test drive 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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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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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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First Shelby GT350 Mustang to be Sold at Barrett Jackson Auction

PEKIN, Illi. - Ford Motor Company will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the infamous Shelby GT350 Mustang at the Barrett-Jackson Auction on Saturday, January 17th in Scottsdale, Arizona. In light of five successful decades, the first Shelby GT350 Mustang will be sold at the auction with all proceeds benefiting JDRF.

The very first retail production unit of the Shelby GT350 will go home with the winning bidder; customized with the package and color of their choice. Not only will the winner be taking home this world-class vehicle, but they will also be making a major contribution to the country's leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes research. Ford Motor Company has been a supporter of JDRF since 1983 and will show their appreciation for the donation by having team members involved in the Shelby GT350's design and development sign the pony car. 

Next month, the first Shelby GT350 Mustang will be sold at the Barrett-Jackson Auction and will offer one lucky driver a whole new experience behind the wheel. To create the Shelby GT350, Ford took the best Mustang yet and primped every aspect of the car that contributes to the performance driving experience. The Shelby is powered by Ford's very first V8 5.2-liter engine with a flat-plane crankshaft, a design that is typically reserved for racing applications and exotic European sports cars. This engine puts out more than 500 horsepower and more than 400 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most robust and naturally aspirated Ford production engine ever!

Along with the auction of the all-new Shelby GT350 Mustang, Ford will also be sponsoring a ride-and-drive at the event with a full lineup of 2015 vehicles. Not only will attendees have the opportunity to take the new Mustang, Expedition, and F-150 for a spin, but they will also be offered a "hot lap" experience with professional drivers in the Shelby American-built GT500 Super Snake and the Shelby Focus ST!

If you've got a need for speed, check out the 2014 Ford Mustang at Velde Ford! 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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2015 Cadillac CTS Earns 5-Star Safety Rating from NHTSA

PEKIN, Illi. - Crafted from pure excellence, not a single detail of the 2015 Cadillac CTS was overlooked by designers and engineers. From its signature LED lighting to an ultra-high-strength steel foundation, the 2015 CTS provides customers with new characteristics and options that enhance their overall experience out on the road. With all of these exciting additions, Cadillac was sure to put a great deal of their focus on equipping the CTS with top notch safety features. 

Cadillac's attention to detail certainly paid off because the 2015 Cadillac CTS earned a 5-star safety rating from NHTSA! The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave Cadillac's rear and all-wheel drive CTS models perfect five star scores in the front, side, and rollover crash tests. How did the 2015 Cadillac CTS do it? All thanks to its traction control, anti-lock brake systems, 10 standard airbags, and optional Driver Awareness package with Lane Change Alert and Lane Keep Assist. 

Safe, stylish, and reliable, the Cadillac brand offers everything a driver could ever need out on the road. You can get behind the wheel of your very own Cadillac with help from 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 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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Ford SYNC® 3 Enhances How Customers Stay Connected on the Road

PEKIN, Illi. - Last week, Ford Motor Company introduced SYNC® 3 to the world - a faster, more intuitive, and easier to use communication and entertainment system. Ford SYNC® 3 Enhances How Customers Stay Connected on the Road by providing drivers with more conversational voice recognition technology, a smartphone-like touch screen, and easy-to-read graphics.

Ford took a customer-centric approach when developing the SYNC 3 system. After sifting through 22,000 customer comments and suggestions, insights from research clinics, market surveys, and tech industry benchmarking, Ford Motor Company was able to rebuild a system that improves connectivity and gives customers what they want most.

While SYNC 3 is intended for hands-free use, the all-new touch screen provides customers with a similar experience to that of a smartphone or tablet. The screen now has a quicker response to touch, voice commands, and smartphone-like gestures like pinch-to-zoom and swipe. SYNC 3 has reduced on-screen complexity and itemized the control options that drivers use the most - Navigation, Audio, and Phone. Not only does reducing the amount of things on the screen make control easier, it also reduces the number of times a driver will need to glance at the screen.

The next-generation system has also mitigated the voice command process for users. When using SYNC 3, users can simply say something as vague as "play <song, artist, or album>" and the system automatically prompts to play that song, artist, or album. SYNC 3 is also equipped to better understand how consumers refer to businesses and points of interest. Drivers do not have to know the exact name; they can simply search "Detroit Airport" rather than using the official name "Detroit Metropolitan Airport".

Ford SYNC® 3 Enhances How Customers Stay Connected on the Road by improving the way customers connect their smartphones to their vehicle. AppLink is now faster and more responsive than ever before, making it easier for drivers to access their apps. All in all, SYNC 3's enhancements will make for a top-notch, user-friendly experience for Ford customers.

SYNC 3 will begin to arrive on new vehicles next year! If you can barely wait to take advantage of all that Ford SYNC has to offer, stop by Velde Ford and check out the 2015 Ford Fiesta or 2015 Ford Taurus. 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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HUGE Savings on 2014 Cadillacs at Velde Cadillac Buick GMC!

PEKIN, Illi. - You've heard about them, read about them, and dreamed about them. Cadillac's 2014 lineup has been nothing short of spectacular and now with the final weeks of the year upon us, we thought it was only appropriate to help you end the year in a BIG way. This month we are offering HUGE savings on 2014 Cadillacs at Velde Cadillac Buick GMC!

If you have had thoughts about getting behind the wheel of the 2014 Cadillac CTS, ATS, or XTS, now is the time to do it! Each of these models feature a striking design both inside and out and contain some of the most advanced technology to enhance your overall safety, convenience, and entertainment. By offering customers an exhilarating performance level and three top-notch powertrain options, the Cadillac CTS, ATS, and XTS have undoubtably taken the benchmark for luxury sport sedans to an entirely new level. 

If you are ready to take advantage of the HUGE savings on 2014 Cadillacs at Velde Cadillac Buick GMC, start shopping from the comfort of your own home by viewing our inventory at VeldeGM.com. 

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