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Snacks and drinks to pack for a road trip When you are preparing for a road trip, it can be helpful to plan ahead to pack some healthy snacks and drinks to have on-hand in the car. This can help cut down on the number of stops you need to make so that you can reach your destination sooner. Check out these snack and drink ideas to pack for a road trip! more Read More: What do the dashboard lights in my car mean? Road trip snack ideas We recommend storing a cooler in the car with you so that you can keep your snacks fresh at all times. Great options for snacks include: Fruit: when you are craving something sweet, having apples, clementines, grapes or berries on hand can cure it! Make sure to pre-wash and cut them if necessary to make it easier to grab! Veggies: prepping some celery, cucumbers, carrots, snap peas, cherry tomatoes or broccoli can make it easier to grab when you want something crunchy. You can also pack single-serve packets of ranch or hummus if you don't like your veggies raw. Proteins: To keep you feeling full for longer, grabbing protein-packed options like yogurt, cheese, jerky, almonds, or energy bars are all great options. Drinks to pack include water (bonus points if you bring a refillable bottle!), juices with low sugar and no artificial flavors, or coffee drinks for when you need a caffeine boost. Car games for road trips Check out these fun car games to help you pass the time! For all of your automotive needs, come to Palmen Motors today!

Win Football Tickets at Black Friday Palmen Motors 2015 A large number of new and used vehicles are on sale for the month of November at Palmen Motors in Kenosha WI. Not only will the dealership be offering great sale prices on new and used inventory, but the team will be holding a contest for football tickets to the big game in February. We'll tell you more about the low prices and how to win football tickets at Black Friday Palmen Motors 2015. more Win Free Tickets to the Big Game During Black Friday weekend, you have the chance to take home tickets to the big game. No purchase necessary! All you have to do is show up. We'll take a look at your car, and if your odometer matches the random number we have written down, you win! It's as simple as that. Read More: Black Friday Incentives for Chrysler Used Cars on Sale for Black Friday in WI If you're looking for a great deal on a previously owned vehicle, this is the perfect time to buy. At Palmen Motors of Kenosha WI, we have lowered prices on our used car inventory during the entire month of November! If you come in before November 30th, our team of automotive experts will help you find the perfect car and financing plan to match your budget. New Cars on Sale in Kenosha WI for Black Friday Our 2015 models are ready to go! Hurry in for Black Friday sale prices on impressive vehicles like the 2015 Dodge Dart, or the 2015 Jeep Patriot. These impressive vehicles are going to be selling for less than ever and even offer great leasing options! All of these great vehicles are only on sale during the month of November, and especially on Black Friday weekend! Don't let these deals pass you by!

Where to Get Pumpkins With Kids Near Kenosha WI It's the time of year where we celebrate the fall season with our gourds and pumpkins, and there are some great places in the area that grow some gorgeous pumpkins! We'll tell you where to go and when they are open, but don't forget to bring the kids along! These fun activities make the fall season so much fun! more Where to Get Some Pumpkins In Racine County Land of the Giants Pumpkin Farm Come prepared for a great time! Here you can find thousands of pumpkins perfect for decorating, carving, and cooking! You and your family can also adventure through the 2 acre corn maze and enjoy delicious fall treats as a reward for making it through. Pet cute furry animals and kids of all ages can take a ride in the barrel train. Address: 11823 Durand Ave, Sturtevant, WI 53177 Phone: (262) 886-6690 Website: http://www.giantpumpkinfarm.com/ Read More: 9 Reasons to Live in Wisconsin Swan's Pumpkin Farm For the last 37 years, Swan's has offered gorgeous pumpkins and festive fall cheer to anyone who ventures out to visit! There are lots of great pumpkins and delicious treats available, and admission is free!  Kids can come and learn about growing pumpkins and take one home for carving. Address: 5930 Highway H, Franksville, WI 53126 Phone: (262) 835-4885 Website: http://www.thepumpkinfarm.com/ Read More: Storm Troopers Take Over New York Thompson Strawberry Farm Don't let the name of this farm keep you from coming to get a gorgeous pumpkin! Hurry while supplies last, because this is a great place to go to get strawberries, raspberries, and pumpkins. Address: 14000 - 75th Street, Bristol, WI 53104 Phone: (262) 857-2353 Website: http://www.thompsonstrawberryfarm.com/ Read More: How to Stay Awake While Driving

Dodge Chargers Painted Like Storm Troopers Kenosha WI While you might see vehicles with custom paint jobs around town every once in a while, starting Friday Septmber 4th, eight Dodge Chargers are driving around New York City painted like Storm Troopers to get people excited for the new Star Wars movie that is due in theatres this fall! We'll tell you more about it here. more A Ride to Remember! Teaming up with Hot Wheels and UBER, Dodge offers eight Chargers to be a part of this exciting chance to drive inside a Star Wars themed vehicle. Special decals cover the outside of several Chargers, including a Hellcat and an SRT 392! Who would pass up a chance to ride in one of these intense pieces of Star Wars themed engineering? UBER is known for their quick speed and getting people to their desired location efficiently. What could be better than to add a Hellcat to this already impressive system? If you are in New York CIty over the next weeks, keep an eye out for these Dodge Charger Storm Troopers. READ MORE: 9 Reasons to Live in Wisconsin The 2015 Dodge Charger Hellcat Hitting the road with 707 horsepower and a 6.2-liter HEMI Hellcat engine, this powerful beast is truly a sight to behold. Racing ahead of the competition, this sleek and aggressive-looking car has the power and the style to deserve the second glances it receives as it drives by. READ MORE: Girls Dance in a Dodge Challenger to Big Sean Don't live in New York City and still want to take a ride in a Dodge Charger Hellcat? We have the solution! Dodge is producing more Hellcats this year than ever before! GIve us a call at Palmen Motors to see what we can do about getting you a test drive in one of these truly impressive vehicles.

The Pope Himself Chose the Jeep Brand! When you need a new vehicle, there are a lot of options to consider. Do you need space? Do you need off-roading capability? Are you looking for an intense audio package? How about a removable top and customized seat for increased visibility from a crowd that is following you around? Well you might need one of those things, and we know the Pope was looking for the last one. That's probably why he chose a Jeep, the most versatile vehicle you can think of! more What Makes the Jeep Wrangler Special? When you sit and think of what makes a Jeep a Jeep, it's often the rugged appearance and that classic front grille. Do you picture a Jeep Wrangler? We're pretty sure that most people think of this particular model of Jeep simply because it's so different from the rest of the vehicles you see on the road. The Jeep Wrangler looks like it's ready for adventure, and the people who drive one are lucky owners of a proud piece of vehicle history. READ MORE: Three Benefits to Keeping Your Car in the Garage The Pope Wants A Jeep Wrangler? According to the recent info, it appears that the Pope has chosen a customized modified Jeep Wrangler for his vehicle of choice when he makes a trip to the good old USA. His Jeep won't be the normal Wrangler, but it's no surprise that he chose such a rugged and exciting vehicle to make his rounds in the US. What do you think? READ MORE: Nine Reasons to Live in Wisconsin Would you Like One? They have amazing resale value, holding upwards of 80% over the first three years! The Wrangler is known worldwide as the most popular choice for Jeep vehicles! Even the Pope wants one. Isn't that reason enough? Schedule a Test Drive!

We all know that garages aren't always available for vehicles. Those who live in apartment buildings or who have multiple vehicles are often forced to keep vehicles outside overnight and when they aren't in use. While this isn't the end of the world, we're going to highlight 3 reasons why you should keep your car in the garage at night. more It's Clean and Dry While you might not think your garage is very clean, we bet it's going to be drier and nicer to your vehicle than the great outdoors. There are lots of dirt particles that travel in the air, not to mention debris on windy nights! Your vehicle will remain cleaner and stay dry if you keep it in the garage. This means no scraping the ice off windows in the winter or dealing with leaves stuck under the hood. Read More: 9 Reasons to Live in Wisconsin It's Warmer Than Outside You might live somewhere warm, but if you live in Wisconsin with the rest of the Kenosha-area shoppers out there, you'll know that the winters here are COLD. Keeping your vehicle warmer not only helps to prevent tubes and liquids in the vehicle from breaking or thickening, but it will make it easier for your car to warm up on those cold mornings before the sun comes up! Less Damage and Potential for Rust Where does rust and salt damage come from? The outdoors. While your vehicle might get rusty simple from driving around, keeping it in a dry garage at night can certainly help to slow the process. Sitting in a wet driveway or being covered in snow and ice can increase the rate of rust development and make your car look worse much faster! Read More: Girls Dance in A Dodge Challenger If you have a garage, USE IT! If you don't have one, try not to worry. It's not absolutely necessary, but in the long-run a garage can help a car to stay healthy and live longer. It's like you! Everyone should have a roof over their heads. Give one to your car if you can!

9 Reasons Why it's Worth Dealing with Wisconsin Winters There are few places that truly experience all four seasons the way we do here in Wisconsin. Even though we are down here in Kenosha, right on the bottom tip, there is no arguing that this state is the best. The people are great, the scenery is lush and gorgeous, and there's CHEESE everywhere. Sure, driving in the winter in Wisconsin can be a nightmare, but we'll give you 9 reasons why it's worth dealing with Wisconsin winters. more So you live in Wisconsin and need reassurance? Or are you thinking of joining the cool kids over here in good ole Wisco? Well here are 10 reasons why it's worth the snow and cold driving conditions: We'll start off this list with CHEESE. You've heard about it, we've all heard about it. In Wisconsin, it's safe to say that cheese is offered almost everywhere. Want it fried? Done.  How about squeaky? Sure. Need it sharp? Easy! Cheese the way you want it is here. Up North. Let's make this clear, there are few things better than going up north for the weekend. Whether that means camping, a cottage on a lake, or a rustic cabin deep in the woods, Wisconsinites know that up north is a great place to be. Winter. Now, you might think snow and ice and slippery roads and frozen fingers and toes sound horrible... but then again, without those things you can't enjoy some sledding, skiing, and hot chocolate. Snowmen and snowball fights and truly gorgeous white Christmases. There are definitely things to love about the winter months. The smell of Spring. Don't get us wrong, winter can be wonderful. However, the moment that grass starts perking up, or you catch a whiff of that spring time air, it is really quite exciting. Concerts! In the summer there are some really great concerts to go to. Whether you attend Summerfest, Country USA, Lifest, or Rock on the River, there are plenty of fantastic options. Those who enjoy music will find something to be excited for in Wisconsin. Hot Summer Weather. You are sick of being chilly in the winter, well get excited for Wisconsin summers. They are comfortably hot, and a little on the humid side. It's perfect for growing crops, weekends swimming on the beach of Lake Michigan or one of the thousands of lakes scattered throughout the state. Swim, fish, eat, sleep, repeat. Football. It's pretty generally acknowledged that the Green Bay Packers have some of the best fans. Getting involved in the excitement of football season is easy to do in Wisconsin. We love our Packers. Midwestern Politeness. Do you live in a big city or somewhere outside the Midwest? Welcome to Wisconsin where strangers say hello on the street and most people are incredibly polite. Heck, we say sorry when we almost bump into someone! Gorgeous scenery. If you haven't driven through the country in Wisconsin during the peak fall season, then you haven't lived. Not really. But it's really beautiful. Wisconsin is full of trees that turn bright and vivid colors every year. NEW INVENTORY AFFORDABLE USED INVENTORY If you loved this list, be sure to check out the other cool blogs we have on our site! Don't forget to stop back in to find the latest information about new vehicles and safety and technology. We post new things each week and love to hear from you! Leave your comments below!

There are some videos that are worth watching, and this one of these two talented young ladies dancing to Big Sean's new popular song in a Dodge Challenger is definitely worth your time. There are famous people across the country who are less talented than these girls, and they chose the perfect car to show off their amazing skills. We can't promise that you'll be able to dance as well as they do if you drive a Dodge Challenger, but we can proudly say that the 2015 Dodge Challenger is one impressive vehicle. With cool lines and a great classic design, the vehicle is the perfect combination of aggressive styling and power. Interested in taking one for a test drive? Give us a call or schedule your appointment online. Our friendly sales team will get in touch and help get you into the car of your dreams.

Couple that Owns 77 Different Dodge Vipers Do you ever dream about owning a Dodge Viper? We know that they are really great looking sports cars. Who wouldn’t want one? How about 77? We found this great story about a couple that owns 77 different Dodge Vipers! They shared pictures of their favorites and we’ll show you. more The Dodge Viper is a well-recognized piece of amazing sport car machinery. The sleek curves and sassy design makes for an aerodynamic and speed-filled experience. The 2015 Dodge Viper houses an 8.4-liter V10 engine that puts out an overwhelming 645 horsepower that is sure to thrill the socks off the average driver. Some fun facts about the Dodge Viper: The very first Vipers only had a V8 engine as the V10 was too heavy at the time. Early Vipers could do 0-60 in 4.6 seconds, but the newer models can do it in a mere 3.5 seconds! We have always expected great things out of the Dodge Viper, and so these high performance rankings are no real surprise. However, owning 77 of these intense vehicles would be quite the conversation starter! Check out the pictures at this link! Are you interested in test driving a Viper for yourself? Starting your own collection? Give us a call. We’ll see what we can do to make that happen! Want to learn more about other great vehicles we have on the lot? Check out our large inventory of new vehicles. We are sure that there is something here to meet your needs and preferences. Happy Driving! Luckily most of us don’t need 77 vehicles!

Do you love Game of Thrones? Do you wish you were a character in that world? Well, you might not be able to climb into the show and meet the characters, but this advertisement for the Chrysler 300 shows how you can be a member of American royalty; by going out there and taking it. This look at the powerful 2015 Chrysler 300 advertisement featuring Tyrion Lannister from Game of Thrones gives us renewed excitement for the 2015 Chrysler 300, newly on dealership lots, and the newest season of Game of Thrones! Watch this and let us know what you think! more

where to find the green beer for St. Patrick’s Day 2015 Kenosha WI There are lots of places to go in Kenosha WI to celebrate with Irish spirit and green beer, but the exciting entertainment planned by the Kenosha Area Pipe and Drum Association is surely the best way to enjoy the holiday. Their annual pub krawl event features festive live music being played at many of the areas best drinking spots. We’ll tell you more about where to find the green beer for St. Patrick’s Day 2015 Kenosha WI. more While the Kenosha Area Pipe and Drum Association is bringing the entertainment and the Irish spirit, you have to come along for the ride. Travelling from place to place throughout the day, March 14th, the celebratory music is being played to honor the fallen law enforcement officers and firefighters who gave their lives to protect their community. What better time to honor their sacrifice than during a time when people are gathered together in the happy spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. The jolly group will start their musical tour at the Kenosha Public Museum at 11:00am on March 14th. As they travel from place to place, you are welcomed to join along or to wait for their arrival at your favorite drinking spot. Below we have listed all of the stops along the way, and the times that they are expected to arrive at each location. Palmen Motors is excited to share community events like these with you, and wishes you a happy and safe St. Patrick’s Day! Drive safe out there! March 14, 2015 11:00 AM Kenosha Public Museum-5400 1st Ave 12:30 PM Uncle Mike's Hwy Pub-6611 120th Ave 1:10 PM Rivals Sports Bar-6325 120th Ave 1:50 PM Chutes N Ladders-3812 60th St 2:30 PM Our Kenosha Tap-3221 60th St 3:10 PM Maria's Neighborhood Bar-2724 Roosevelt Rd 3:50 PM The Clubhouse Pub & Grille-2621 30th Ave 4:30 PM TG's-4120 7th Ave 6:30 PM Circa on 7th-4902 7th Ave 7:10 PM Spanky's Bar & Grill-2325 52nd St 7:50 PM Starlight Club-8639 24th Ave 8:30 PM Sunny Side Club-7517 22nd Ave 9:10 PM Skybox Bar and Grill-2901 60th St 10:00 PM Ashling On The Lough-125 56th St

Bob Dylan Chrysler Superbowl Ad But which song will it be? It's been confirmed that Bob Dylan will star in a Superbowl ad for Chrysler this year. It's not a first for Dylan or Chrysler - Dylan's done ads for Jeep in the past, and Chrysler has a long history of getting world-renowned musicians in on the Superbowl ad experience. You may recall recent years seeing Eminem and producer Berry Gordy in on the action.  The ad is said to be featuring a song from Dylan's catalog, but no word yet as to which one. So the only question that's really a mystery for us is: more Which song will it be? The Chrysler 300 For fun, we've compiled a list of possible Dylan tunes and the angle they could take to sell our favorite Chrysler models. Take a look, and see if you've got any additional guesses or suggestions. The Man in Me: Maybe a Chrysler 300's front grille will open up to sing about the gentleman seated within its confines. Too literal? They could also make it a Lebowski thing. Positively 4th Street. Don't be fooled by the name. This song is anything but positive. In our imaginary Chrysler ad, Bob Dylan sings this song while driving through an empty town in a Chrysler 200 convertible with a determined expression. He's unflappable. It Ain't Me, Babe. A woman tries to find the minivan of her dreams. Many disappoint, but the Town & Country wins her over in the end. Town & Country Hurricane. The entire story of Rubin "Hurricane" Carter is dramatized in a two-minute TV spot. Carter, aged 76 and a free man today, appears at the end and drives off into the sunset in a Chrysler. Not a dry eye in the house. Forever Young. The history of the Chrysler company is reminisced upon, and it's dazzling future laid out before us. It's nostalgic, uplifting, and beautifully shot. Tangled Up in Blue. Ten to twenty blue Chrysler 200s weave a beautiful pattern before your awestruck eyes. It was done on computers but it looks so rich and luscious you'd never know. What will it really be? Probably none of the above, but we can't wait to see it! Happy Superbowl viewing this Sunday from your friends at Palmen!