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2014 Jeep Compass Your prayers have been answered! There is no need to be searching for that one car that will fulfill all of your demands. Here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Racine we are proud to introduce to you the 2014 Jeep Compass. This amazing vehicle will be your loyal companion on your daily commute from your home to work or whenever you feel adventurous and want to go up the mountains or down by the beach. more Technology that really matters. Don’t be scared! Contact us and be a witness to this exceptional vehicle. Once you have been inside the 2014 Jeep Compass, we are sure that this vehicle will certainly impress you. The beginning of all frontiers. What does it have? Well, everything! The new 2014 Jeep Compass has a sophisticated interior that will certainly leave you amazed. It offers new fabric, upscale stitching, soft-touch features and satin chrome accents. The moment you step foot inside this amazing vehicle, you will feel like you just stepped into a five-stars hotel on wheels! When it comes to technology, this model will leave you completely satisfied. The 2014 Jeep Compass is available with Automatic Temperature Control, Electronic Vehicle Information Center, and the new ParkView Back Up Camera, which allows you to see an on-screen image of your surroundings the moment you shift your car into reverse. And if more “visibility” is what you need, allow the 2014 Jeep Compass to be your number one choice when it comes to new models to get because of the available Power Sunroof which lets you see the beauty of the environment around you with the push of a button. Stop looking around! It’s rare to find a vehicle like this that can transform an ordinary trip into an unforgettable journey. Come check it out today here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Racine.

How to Store Your Car With the end of the summer coming along, many would love to end it with a trip! This might mean leaving your vehicle behind but that should be no problem if you follow these tips for how to store your car. Just keep in touch with us here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine to figure out the best treatments for your vehicle. more Say welcome to the road Your bags are packed, you are ready to go, but now what? You have to start by changing the oil and filter in your old car or new vehicle. Keep your family happy and moving If the car is being stored for an extended period of time, give us a call and set up a n appointment with our service center in order to obtain a kind of oil that contains no additives. Also, in order to prevent problems like condensation in the tank, fill the fuel tank with fresh, premium fuel. In order to avoid any empty spaces where water can accumulate, it is better for your engine that you try a non-alcoholic fuel. Now this is a fun fact: if you want to take care of your windshield, place a piece of plastic wrap under the wiper blades in order to prevent the rubber from sticking to the glass. If you opt for removing the blades, be sure to pad the ends of the wipers arms, which can scratch the glass if inadvertently turned on. We all need a little extra care in order to stay healthy. This also goes for your vehicle! Think about it before you travel so that when you come back, it stays running and powerful for your and your family.

Bring on the claps and the laughs 2014 4th of July Parade Racine WI Your favorite  time of the year is coming soon! The time where we unite as a nation to salute the strength of our Founding Fathers. 2014 4th of July Parade Racine WI will bring you a sky full of colorful fireworks and a community united by the same patriotic feeling. more No need to get lost Your Palmen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealer in Racine WI wants to give you all the details so you don’t miss one splash of color from the 78th parade on July 4th, 2014. The theme of this year’s parade is “Lights, Camera, Action,” which give the organizers of the area's festivals and fairs a chance to make showcase their talents down the 2.6-mile parade route. If your feet can’t handle so much hassle, hop in your new vehicle from Palmen and don’t miss anything. The sky is dressed in colors Expect nothing but the best. The 2014 4th of July Parade Racine WI is bringing your all-time favorites: horses, clowns, jugglers, antique cars, the popular Iwo Jima presentation, servicemen and servicewomen, award-winning marching bands (and drum & bugle corps), colorful floats, dance troupes, sports heroes, school groups, politicians, and other dignitaries - more than 160 units in all! Whatever you need, whatever you want; you’ll be able to see it all. Fireworks begin at dusk over the lake at North Pier. The fireworks are visible all along Racine's Lakefront. And if you have never been to the parade, let us give you a few tips to make this date completely unforgettable. Find a curbside seat and do it early! Protect your ears against all the police cars, fire engines, military vehicles, classic cars, Case tractors, earth-moving equipment … You get the idea. And lastly, have a safe trip home and rest up for the fireworks. Remember to pack up your favorite beach chairs and enjoy of a night of colors, energy and the American spirit.

iSimple BluClik Bluetooth Remote Control iSimple BluClik With Fathers’ Day just around the corner, last minute shopping is inevitable. A card is nice, yes, but in today’s era of technological advantages, nothing better than giving dad a present he can use, understand and look hip with. The iSimple BluClik is the best option when you don’t want to compromise style because of time. more What happens when the you have an older model that doesn’t come with a touch screen pandora-recreating app? You have to go back to the old times when connecting your phone to the auxiliary audio input was the only way one could listen to one’s own playlist. Those times are no more! Easy, practical, special. A device called iSimple BluClk is revolutionizing the audio industry. It pairs with your Bluetooth phone and puts a selection of oft-used commands at your thumb-tip. The device promises that you'll be able to play, pause, skip, and adjust the volume without taking your hands off of the wheel or your eyes off of the road which helps avoid accidents and repairs. It even integrates with Siri and Google voice search. Interested? Stay tuned. Style should never be compromised The iSimple BluClik is a small, coin-sized Bluetooth remote that attaches to your car's steering wheel or dashboard. On its face is a collection of buttons. Volume up and down are located at the 12 and 6 o'clock positions, respectively. Skip forward and back are at 3 and 9. In the center is a big, round microphone button. Along the edge of the unit is a Micro-USB port that is used for charging the BluClik with the included USB cable. However, the cable's only about 3 to 4inches long, which means that whatever is being charged has to be pretty close to the device -either a powered USB port on a PC or a USB wall adapter since it doesn’t include a charger. According to the instructions, the battery last about 60 hours of consecutive use. Although, it all depends on how much you click it. Last but not least, the iSimple BluClick comes with two extra parts: metallic trim pieces so that it’d match perfectly with the decor of your daddy’s second baby. Clearly, the perfect gift for that special man.

2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Release Date When was the last time you truly outdid yourself? Topping your personal best is one thing, but reaching far beyond anything you’ve accomplished before just doesn’t happen that many times in a lifetime. We’re pretty sure that incredible feeling is what the folks at Dodge must have felt after creating what we now know as the 2015 Challenger SRT Hellcat. This incredible car will need to be seen to be believed, and is sure to be coveted by everyone who sees it. So when’s the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat release date? How can you get behind the wheel of one? We’ll tell you everything we know! more The first thing you should know is that this is the most powerful muscle car ever produced by the Chrysler group. Armed with a 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI engine that’s expected to offer more than 600 horsepower (you read that right), you’ve just never experienced anything like this car. Inside, you’ll find plenty of customization options to give you the exact experience you’re looking for. SRT Hellcat-exclusive red-face gauges give a unique look and feel, and signature SRT Laguna leather sport seats will give you the comfort and support you need for the kind of incredible driving you’ll undoubtedly be getting up to if you make the Hellcat your own. So when can you get one, or at least get a glimpse? Production is set to start in the third quart of this year, so stay tuned! As we find out more about this amazing, unprecedented new model from Dodge, we’ll be sure to keep you updated.

Save on insurance with these models at Palmen! Cheapest Cars to Insure 2014 If you've been looking at new vehicles for 2014, it's important that you get the whole story on what it will ultimately cost you to own a vehicle. Sure, getting a great deal on your purchase price is important, but sometimes we forget about other costs that get spread out over the long term. Fuel economy is a big one, of course, and most of us think about that when we're shopping. How about auto insurance? That's right, not all vehicles are insured equally - Far from it, in fact! Every year, independent consumer insurance website Insure.com puts together a list of the least expensive cars to insure for that year. We're thrilled at how many of our vehicles made the list - including the number one spot! more The Jeep Wrangler Sahara 1. Jeep Wrangler Sport - Believe it or not, the Jeep Wrangler Sport ranked number one on the list! You might have expected the top spot to go to something like a minivan or large sedan, but since Jeep Wrangler drivers are often very safe, responsible drivers and the Wrangler itself is very solidly constructed and relatively easy and cost-effective to repair, it ranked ahead of the pack for 2014. 3. Jeep Patriot Spor t - Yup, another Jeep at #3! The Patriot Sport is extremely reliable and again it's got that solid Jeep build that makes it an economical fix if something goes wrong. 5. Jeep Compass Sport - Another Jeep in the top 5! The Compass Sport is a family favorite in our area that we definitely recommend taking for a test drive! Here are some more rankings in the top twenty for vehicles we sell here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine: Kids love the Dodge Grand Caravan 6. Chrysler Town & Country 8. Dodge Journey SE 10. Dodge Grand Caravan SE 11. Jeep Patriot Latitude 13. Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 14. Jeep Wrangler Sahara 20. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon That's a total of ten - so what you're looking at here is an entire half the list being Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler vehicles! Not bad! Want to learn more about the vehicles we've got in stock that are cheap to insure! Give us a call today!

2015 Jeep Renegade Release Few things are more exciting than a brand new model, and when it's coming from a classic brand like Jeep, we have all the more reason to be thrilled to learn more. So here's your chance! If you didn't catch wind of the big reveal yet, here we'll share details and photos of the all-new Jeep Renegade - a game-changing off-road crossover that's about to turn the auto world on its head. Ready? more The first thing that strikes us about the Renegade is that despite looking totally unique and like nothing we've seen before, it manages to fit right in with the Jeep lineup and carry the distinctive appearance of all Jeep vehicles - and it's more than the seven slot grille, though that certainly tops off the look. It's more than that, though - there's something about the confident, energetic stance that just exudes "Jeep." We love the styling along the body, as well. It looks tough and modern at the same time, with an attention to detail and quality that add greatly to its big appeal. According to Jeep, the Renegade will have seating for up to five adults, plenty of cargo storage, and an available My Sky dual-panel roof that gives you multiple options for closing, retracting, or removing your roof panels. Think of it as moon roof meets convertible. Then there's the best-in-class capability. With the standard Jeep Active Drive I 4x4 system on the Trailhawk model, you'll be set for off-roading adventures the likes of which you've never seen before. Front and rear tow hooks and standard 17-inch off-road wheels are more ways in which the Renegade Trailhawk will take you off the beaten path. Not to mention keeping you on the beaten path come winter. It's a big win for you no matter where you are. If you want to learn more about the 2015 Jeep Renegade release in Racine, stay tuned. We'll bring you more updates and information as they are released. Until then, feel free to check out any of our other great Jeep models in stock now!

2015 Chrysler 200 Racine WI Stylishly straightforward, the 2015 Chrysler 200 arrives on the scene. If you feel inundated by over-styled, overly complicated sedans hitting the market left and right these days, here's something truly refreshing from Chrysler. The all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 has a relaxed, effortless look that doesn't scream for attention -  it doesn't have to. Its version of style is refined, smooth, yet young and energetic. And if you think it looks good, just wait til you hear about everything it can do. more You don't get to have such a breezy confidence about you for nothing, and the 2015 Chrysler 200 definitely earns its growing reputation for excellence. Here's the lowdown of what you can expect from this exciting incoming model from Chrysler: Best in Class Horsepower: If you go for the available Pentastar V6 engine, you're looking at 295-horsepower, which sets it above and beyond popular key competitors like the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Ford Fusion. Even the standard engine's power is nothing to sneeze at, with a very comfortable 184-horsepower coming from the base 2.4L Tigershark four-cylinder. So you'll always have plenty of passing power if that's your thing. A simple, intuitive layout. Class-exclusive 9-speed transmission: You've seen it on SUV favorites like the 2014 Jeep Cherokee. Now the cutting-edge 9-speed automatic transmission is available for the first time in a car in this segment to bring you great efficiency and seamless transfer. Incredible safety and security features. This is where Chrysler is really pulling out all the stops on this new model, offering you more standard and optional safety features than anything in the class. You've got eight airbags, Land Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go functionality, Parallel Park Assist with Full Stop, and lots more. There's even a 9-11 button that will connect you directly with an operator instead of going through Emergency Assistance in case of an accident. The Uconnect system has got it all! There are tons more amazing features for you to discover in the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200. Look for more updates on the model here, and as soon as it's available to buy we'll be sure to let you know! Want to see our current stock of 2014 Chrysler 200  models? It's right here! More updates to come!

2014 Dodge Durango and Ron Burgundy There are a lot of awesome standard features on the new 2014 Dodge Durango. But one that never got a lot of mention is the glove box…until now. The partnership of the 2014 Dodge Durango and Ron Burgundy has brought this feature to the forefront. As it turns out, the 2014 Durango can fit up to 70 packs of gum in the glove box. That’s a lot of gum! We won’t spoil the rest for you. If you haven’t checked it out yet, watch the video we’ve attached. more Some other features that were mentioned in the video series with the 2014 Dodge Durango and Ron Burgundy include the 360 horsepower and 25 mpg highway fuel efficiency. Some pretty outstanding numbers on their own, but hearing Ron Burgundy speak of them adds a certain flair. The Durango is more than just the glove box inside. So the “Anchorman 2” star has managed to hype us up about some of the performance and efficiency figures. But what else is there to love about the new 2014 Durango? Well, the UConnect Touchscreen system might be enough to impress more than a few people. The 8.4-inch screen is big enough to make things clear, and the added navigation will keep you from taking a wrong turn. In addition, it provides full connectivity to keep you up on things and make sure your music is only a touch or two away. If you are a carrying a family in the new 2014 Durango, this next piece will be very important as well. Safety – the Durango has the components to keep you and your family safe. Features such as Forward Collision Warning and Back Up Assistance have been added. And it all starts with the passenger protection with high-grade steel construction. Active head restraints crumple zones and seven advanced airbags make sure that passengers are as protected as possible. So there you have it. The 2014 Dodge Durango is the choice of Ron Burgundy. But it should also be the choice for you…that is, if you want an SUV that is powerful, efficient and safe.

Did you see Jeep’s Super Bowl Commercial? It was pretty tough to miss, but we’ll refresh your memory just in case. The two-minute ad consisted of a letter read by Oprah Winfrey about America’s service men and women. The commercial, title “Whole Again,” captured the attention of America and really shined a bright light on the need for continued support of our returning military personnel. more At Palmen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Racine, it made us proud to see our new Jeeps in Racine in such a great advertisement. But more than the vehicles themselves, the message of the ad was something that we can really appreciate. Service men and women from Wisconsin all deserve a hearty welcome home when they return. Jeep’s Super Bowl Commercial seemed like one of those moments during the big game when everyone just stops and stares at the television – because it has something important to convey. Anytime our brave military personnel are mentioned, we expect the same kind of respect to be observed. As for what we offer here at Palmen in the land of the Jeep, the new models include the Grand Cherokee, Patriot, Compass, Liberty, Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. So whatever you need in the realm of the Jeep, we are sure to have it here at Palmen. While you may be sparked to purchase a new Jeep like the 2013 Grand Cherokee in Racine, let’s all remember what the ad was really about. Above a football game, some new cars or anything come the men and women of the United States armed services.