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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee The new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee There’s a lot going on with Jeep right now. We say this because we’re a Jeep dealer in Racine – and we have the inside line on the happenings at the company. One of the biggest recent developments is the premier of the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee at the Geneva Motor Show. It was obvious pretty early that the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee would bring some new flair to the segment. And given the high foot traffic the vehicle received, along with the entire Jeep display, it’s pretty obvious that Jeep is doing some things right. more One of the biggest new features on the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the eight-speed transmission that is mated to the impressive powerplant. Having eight speeds will greatly improve the fuel efficiency of the vehicle and allow the Grand Cherokee to provide a very comfortable ride. The eight-speed transmission seems to be the new thing from the Chrysler group, as the 2013 Ram 1500 was the first to try out this new technology. The increased fuel mileage and improved ride were obvious on the Ram – so we’re sure it will be welcomed on the Jeep as well. The new Jeep Grand Cherokee from the back. Consumers will be impressed with what they find inside the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee as well. The SUV will have an 8.4-inch touchscreen Uconnect system as well as a configurable display cluster. These two features will give the Jeep an updated interior and obviously improve the user experience greatly. While there are some things to look forward to, the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Racine is still a star in the Palmen lineup. Check it out in person with a test drive and experience the Jeep advantage. And of course, stay tuned here for the latest on the 2014 Grand Cherokee and other news coming from Jeep!

What will your Dart look like? Would you like to customize your own Dodge Dart? Better yet, would you like someone else to pay for it? If both of these answers are yes, then you are probably are a perfect candidate for the new Dodge Dart Registry. Basically, it’s a gift registry, but for a car. And when complete, it ends up with you picking up your new Dodge Dart in Racine at Palmen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Racine. more New Dodge Dart in Racine With the Dodge Dart Registry, you can customize a Dodge Dart to your liking and set up a registry. From there, family members can sponsor parts of the car. New tires for you birthday, the engine for Christmas. While it might take a while, once the registry is complete, you get to pick up your Dodge Dart at the dealership. Here at Palmen, we are happy to be a part of this program and encourage Racine area car shoppers to get involved with the process. Of course, you don’t have to wait for other people to pay for your new Dodge Dart in Racine. At Palmen, we have the Racine Dodge Dart ready to go right now. But to drive it away today, you either have to pay full price or get a Dodge Dart lease special going. No matter what avenue you go about to get your new Dodge Dart in Racine, you will be getting a very quality vehicle. With efficient and powerful engine options and unbeatable style, it’s a great car. We knew it the first time we laid eyes on it here at Palmen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Racine. And the increased customer traffic that has come through the dealership to see the Dart is really something to see. Get in touch with us and we’ll get you information on the new Dart – and you might even drive away in one!

The Pentastar engine can be found on a lot of new Chrysler group cars. By all accounts, the new 3.6-liter Pentastar engines featured on Chrysler vehicles have been a huge success. The engines have increased both fuel mileage and horsepower in a variety of Chrysler group vehicles. And now, the engine has been awarded as one of the industry’s 10-best. This isn’t a surprise here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine, as we have had much success with the engines on our Chrysler cars in Racine. more Chrysler cars in Racine While the engines have improved a full lineup of Chrysler cars in Racine, many would be surprised to learn that it also appears in the 2013 Ram 1500 in Racine. The Ram 1500 with the now famous 3.6-liter Pentastar under the hood gets a best-in-class 25 miles per gallon on the highway and an impressive 18 MPG in the city. It’s also a big reason for the Ram 1500 being named the 2013 North American Truck of the Year. The 3.6-liter Pentastar is even in the 2013 Ram 1500. But it isn’t just the Ram that had the fun, as cars like the 2013 Dodge Challenger also feature the engine to allow the lineup of Chrysler cars in Racine to have a sports car that is also fuel efficient. The Challenger fitted with this engine got a big improvement in MPG and power with the addition of the new powerplant. So everywhere within the Chrysler lineup, the new 3.6 Pentastar is making waves. It looks like when Chrysler engineers hit on a winner – they really hit on a winner. Having an engine that can fit across a full lineup and improve so many in horsepower and efficiency is something cool to see. But don’t just take our word for it – come try out one of our Chrysler cars in Racine that feature the new engine. You’ll experience the horsepower in person – and it will make you a believer! We have a huge selection of new cars in Racine, WI.

Minivans in Racine The 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan is poised to help you move your family around safely and efficiently. It happens to all of us. Families are growing and by extension out growing our vehicles. When it’s time to start looking for new minivans in Racine, look at the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan offered by Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine. Hauling the kids from school, to practice and back is a dirty and thankless job often times. The new Dodge Grand Caravan is ready to help you out along the way. more Space is often at a premium when you are moving around kids, sports equipment and musical instruments from commitment to commitment. The interior of the new Caravan is ready to be as adaptable as you are with 81 different configurations that offer more space as needed. And for you as the lead driver of your family’s flying circus the Dodge engineers have outfitted the cockpit with soft-leather trimmed seats upholstered with soft cloth to make you as comfortable as possible while you get to your destination. For those times when you need to have something playing on the Caravan’s top quality audio system, the comes with a touchscreen interface that allows you to control the AM/FM radio and CD player with voice commands so you can keep your hands on the wheel. When you are deciding which minivan in Racine you want to buy, surely among the top concerns on your list is going to be the safety of your family. The 2013 Dodge Caravan offers seven airbags for the seven passengers you can have in your van. Couple that with the eight crush zones, that redirect the energy of a crash, and you have a perfect recipe for the 2012 IIHS Top Safety Pick, a distinction that belongs to the Grand Caravan. Fuel consumption is always a concern when you are looking for a minivan in Racine. The 2013 Dodge Caravan comes with either 16- or 17-inch wheels to help give you a leg up on saving money at the gas pump. When cargo space, family safety and fuel economy is important to you, let Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine find the van for you.