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The 5 Best Films for Fans of Racing
By Product Expert | Posted in Fun Stuff on Wednesday, August 31st, 2016 at 1:44 PM
While Wisconsin is certainly known as a football-loving state, it’s impossible to separate our area from its love of auto racing. Whether we’re talking about the famed Road America track in nearby Elkhart Lake or Wisconsin’s homegrown racers such as Matt Kenseth and the late Dick Trickle, there’s a certain amount or racing in our DNA. This got us thinking during a recent conversation, which films are the best for fans of racing? We’ve consulted our staff at EVS Auto Group, and come up with this list. Read the rest of this entry »
How Summer Hurts Your Car
By Product Expert | Posted in Service and Repair, Tips and Info on Tuesday, August 30th, 2016 at 4:34 PM
A few weeks ago, we mentioned that summer was drawing to a close, and that as painful as this was, we at least had Labor Day weekend to look forward to. While this is true, there’s also another residual concern to consider; namely, the toll that the heat and sun of summer can take on your car. So, let’s look briefly at how summer hurts your car. Read the rest of this entry »
2017 Chevy Colorado has Some Surprises up its Sleeve
By Product Expert | Posted in New Chevy Models on Monday, August 29th, 2016 at 7:53 PM
Ever since its 2015 arrival at the Saukville, WI location of EVS Chevy Buick Cadillac, the Chevy Colorado has been among our customer favorites. Of course, they aren’t alone in feeling this way: it’s also been a welcome addition to the sometimes-fledgeling midsize pickup segment, and has taken home two consecutive Motor Trend Truck of the Year awards as well. Yet, with the new model year on the way, the Colorado isn’t done; when it arrives in the Milwaukee area, the 2017 Chevy Colorado will have a new V6 engine and a new transmission. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Get an Auto Loan with Bad Credit
By Product Expert | Posted in Finance Info, Tips and Info on Saturday, August 27th, 2016 at 1:24 PM
At EVS Auto Group, we understand the uphill battle that is often associated with auto credit. In fact, we brought it up a few months back, and we’ve helpfully embedded the link below. Yet, fixing your credit is truly only half the battle. Today, we’re going to get into what someone with bad credit needs to know about buying a car, and how little things can help you secure reliable transportation. Read the rest of this entry »
The End of Summer, Really? Check Out These Labor Day Events near Milwaukee, WI
By Product Expert | Posted in Fun Stuff, Local Events on Thursday, August 11th, 2016 at 3:52 PM
As summer slowly draws to a close in southeast Wisconsin, many of us are taking solace in the fact that the Badgers and Packers are kicking off before we know it. But not so fast, Cheeseheads; there’s still a full weekend of summer fun to be had, seeing as Labor Day is falling on the first weekend of September. So put away your back-to-school lists for just a moment, and let’s look at some fun Labor Day events in the Milwaukee area for 2016. Read the rest of this entry »
Lambeau-Bound? Check out the Tailgating Features in the 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500
By Product Expert | Posted in New Chevy Models on Wednesday, August 10th, 2016 at 6:45 PM
News flash, Wisconsin: it’s Packer season. And it’s Badger season. And somewhere vaguely southbound of here, it’s probably Bears season too. The point is, tailgating for 2016 is about to commence, and we’re due to welcome the 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 to the EVS Auto Group inventory to celebrate. Additionally, we have a number of 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 models in stock currently, all of which are ready and willing to make your next trip to Lambeau or to Camp Randall! Read the rest of this entry »
2016 Ford F-150 Arrives at EVS Auto Group with All-New Features
By Product Expert | Posted in New Ford Models on Wednesday, August 10th, 2016 at 2:41 PM
For drivers yearning for a good measure of versatility, power, and style, they often find themselves turning to the full-size, light-duty pickup segment to find their next vehicle purchase. Not long after, they’ll often find themselves behind the wheel of a Ford F-150, which holds the distinction of being the top-selling pickup in both the Milwaukee area and around the nation since 1977. Now revamped for the new model year, the 2016 Ford F-150 has arrived at EVS Auto Group, and can now be found at our locations in Random Lake and Lomira, WI. So, what can you expect when you test drive your own?
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By Product Expert | Posted in Service and Repair, Tips and Info on Friday, August 5th, 2016 at 9:12 PM
We’ve all been there: we’re driving down the road, minding our own business, and a sound creeps up that makes us think that something just isn’t right. Our cars often have a way of letting us know that there’s something worth checking out, and although this means that service is on the horizon, it’s still helpful to know that something is wrong. So, what car sounds let you know that there might be trouble? Read the rest of this entry »
Finding the Best Motor Vehicle Museums in Wisconsin
By Product Expert | Posted in Fun Stuff, Local Events on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2016 at 8:28 PM
For longtime residents of Wisconsin, our illustrious automotive and motorsports history is not a surprise by any means. However, if you’re visiting from far-off lands, you might be a little shocked to know all the history right at your fingertips. For that reason, we’ve put together a short list of some of our favorite motor vehicle museums to be found near Milwaukee, WI, covering planes, trains, automobiles, and everything in between. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Keep From Getting Tired While Driving
By Product Expert | Posted in Safety, Tips and Info on Friday, July 29th, 2016 at 3:12 PM
Summer seems to be the time when many of us are most prone to take a road trip, and even though striking out on a random excursion can be exciting, it does have one obvious downside: driving makes us tired. Sometimes, it makes us dangerously tired. So how can you stay alert while driving? Here are some tips to keep from getting tired in the car, from your friends here at EVS Auto Group. Read the rest of this entry »