What factors affect electric car charge time?

By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, Technology on Saturday, October 10th, 2020 at 5:38 PM
EV charging station in a parking lot

Electric Vehicle Battery Charging Factors

Some prospective EV drivers find themselves scared of the charging process. How long will it take? When choosing EV, how important are charge speeds?

Find out below how to estimate the length of a particular EV charge!

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What is a Ford E-350?

By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, Ford on Thursday, October 8th, 2020 at 11:09 PM
2014 Ford E-Series wagon on a black background

Ford E-Series Explanation and History

You may have recently found yourself checking out a big Ford vehicle parked on the side of the road, and looked closer to see what impressive member of the F-Series was being driven here. You may have been surprised to see not on “F” before the number on the side, but an “E”.

What’s the deal? Did the person owning the van simply partake in some strange emblem customization? Is this a new electric Ford work truck variation?

Actually, this vehicle is member of the (slightly) lesser-known Ford E-Series. What is the Ford E-Series?

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How much can the 2021 Ford F-150 tow?

By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, Ford, New Ford Models, Towing & Payload on Monday, October 5th, 2020 at 11:33 PM
2021 Ford F-150 tows a boat along a highway

2021 Ford F-150 Engine-Specific Towing Capacities and More

Ford has recently released a slew of new details about its upcoming 2021 Ford F-150, and the automotive world is in a tizzy of excitement. Nearly every aspect of America’s best-selling vehicle is receiving some form of improvement. Of course, the availability of the first hybrid F-150 engine option is an especially titillating tidbit.

Some things don’t change, however, and one of these stalwart elements is the interest pickup drivers hold in towing capacities. All the bells and whistles don’t mean much, after all, if the machine can’t do the job it’s intended for.

So, where do the latest Ford developments stand in this regard? How much can the 2021 Ford F-150 tow?

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How do I charge my Ford Mustang Mach-E?

By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, Ford, New Ford Models, Technology, Tips and Info on Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 at 7:56 PM
Red 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E outside some fancy club

2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Charging Guide

Though the switch to electric vehicles is seeming more and more inevitable with each passing week, some prospective customers find themselves a bit intimidated by the prospect of change. At the most basic level, it can be frightening to have to figure out the new charging technology.

Luckily, Ford is here to help. The videos below will outline all the main points of charging your Mustang Mach-E; you’ll learn how to use the Ford Mobile Charger, how to charge at home, and how to charge on-the-go. Happy zapping!

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How do I use all the cameras in my Chevy Silverado?

By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, Technology, Tips and Info, Trucks on Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 at 7:46 PM
White 2020 Chevy Silverado tows a boat

Chevy Silverado Camera Technology Guide

The current-gen Silverado is outfitted with an incredible array of cameras. In total, users will find up to fifteen available camera views to make use of. These handy gizmos can help with maneuvering, lane changing, towing, and more. Overall, they help bring a welcome additional dose of confidence to your drive.

Cameras on the Silverado include a birds-eye view through HD Surround Vision, side mirror cameras that cut down on blind spots, and a rearview mirror surface that doubles as a video screen. For a helpful guide on how to best make use of all this technology, check out the handy videos below!

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What delicious fall foods should I try in Milwaukee?

By Product Expert | Posted in Community, Fun Stuff, Local Favorites, Seasonal on Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 at 7:40 PM
Pac-Man eats a line of oil-painted pumpkins with a city and autumn leaf backdrop

Autumnal Treats in Brew City

Fall is here, and it has once again brought with it that special sweater-wrapped, cider-scented, chilled breeze aesthetic that’s really hard not to like (as much as the cynics among us may try). In Wisconsin, this beautiful season is fleeting. One way to best take advantage of it while it’s here (and fully imbibe the autumn vibes into one’s soul) is by eating some special fall foods.

We looked to our good friends over at Milwaukee Mag for some ideas of consumables to track down. Peruse below, and may the leaves fall ever in your favor!

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How can I get the best car insurance rates?

By Product Expert | Posted in Finance Info on Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 at 5:37 PM
Piggy bank sitting on dashboard

The 5 Easiest Ways to Get Better Insurance Rates

Auto insurance can be frustrating. It feels like you pay an arm and a leg for decent coverage just to have your rates jacked up if you actually use it. However, there are a few ways to get lower rates that you might not be using.

Here’s how you can get the best car insurance rates.

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Find your next luxury vehicle at Eric von Schledorn!

By Product Expert | Posted in Buick on Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 at 3:08 PM
2020 Buick Avenir parked outside of a brick building

What is the Buick Avenir?

Have you been looking for a new vehicle that is very luxurious? A Buick Avenir vehicle might be the right fit for you! What is the Buick Avenir? It is a higher-end vehicle that is produced by Buick. There are two Avenir vehicles on the road right now. They are the Enclave Avenir and the Regal Avenir. Learn more about the Avenir line below.

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Why does Wisconsin call it a bubbler?

By Product Expert | Posted in Community, FAQs on Sunday, September 27th, 2020 at 9:55 PM
A stream of water from a bubbler makes contact with a pair of lips

Bubbler History and Etymology

Several stereotypes come to mind when most people think about the Badger State: a penchant for cheese, religious devotion to the Green Bay Packers, and some unique dialectical choices. Falling into this final category is the widespread use of the the word “bubbler,” in reference to the individual drinking fountains that most of the rest of the English-speaking world refers to as, well, drinking fountains. 

It’s nothing new to point out that Wisconsinites use the word “bubbler;” the word was referenced as a “You Know You’re From Milwaukee When…” giveaway in newspapers as far back as the 1960s. But why, exactly, is this term so firmly seared onto Wisconsin tongues?

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How hard is it to travel between cities in an EV?

By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, New Cadillac Models, Technology, Tips and Info on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 at 10:30 PM
A map is laid out, overlaid with lightning bolts, for planning a road trip in an EV

Electric Vehicle Road Trip Tips and Feasibility

With almost all major automakers announcing major electric vehicles to be released in the next few years, it seems the era of the EV is fast coming upon us. Many drivers are excited for this change that will bring a multitude of blessings to the environment and, hopefully, their pocketbooks.

But as with anything new, there are a lot of questions in the air. One query that often gets asked is,
“how can I take a road trip in an electric vehicle?”

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