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What does Ford do to help veterans?
By Product Expert | Posted in Ford, Fun Stuff, Heartwarming on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020 at 10:05 PM
How Ford Assists Vets with its “Proud to Honor” Initiative
In addition to building great cars, Ford tries to make a positive impact on the world. One way they do this is by lending support and assistance to veterans. What exactly has Ford been up to recently to help veterans?
Read the rest of this entry »Why Are There So Many Lakes in Wisconsin?
By Product Expert | Posted in Community, Local Favorites on Wednesday, September 16th, 2020 at 7:38 PM
An Explanation of How and Why There are So Many Lakes in Wisconsin
With up to 15,000 lakes in Wisconsin, there’s plenty of boating, fishing, and sightseeing to check out wherever you go. We even have one right nearby our Random Lake location! But why are there so many lakes in Wisconsin? At Eric von Schledorn, we look at a process of how many of them were formed in our great state.
Read the rest of this entry »How old are The Cadillac Three?
By Product Expert | Posted in Uncategorized on Tuesday, September 15th, 2020 at 2:24 PM
The Cadillac Three Band and Members Age
Here at Eric Von Schledorn, we’re Cadillac experts; the luxurious nameplate is one of the four main automotive brands we deal in. But sometimes, the concept of Cadillac stretches beyond vehicles.
One way in which Cadillac has found its way into modern pop culture is in the name of a band called The Cadillac Three. The group has been making some waves with their unique musical aesthetic that straddles the line between rowdy country music and rebellious hard rock. As their website points out, they might be the only artists out there who can comfortably share a lineup with Florida Georgia Line and Keith Urban one night, then Metallica and Slayer the next.
You might notice that the musicians referenced above also belong to different generations. So how old are the Cadillac Three?
Read the rest of this entry »What are the tow features on my Ford vehicle and how can I use them?
By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, New Ford Models, Technology, Tips and Info, Towing & Payload on Monday, August 31st, 2020 at 1:02 AM
Ford Towing Video Guide Compilation
The latest Ford vehicles are outfitted with an impressive array of towing capabilities. It can be hard, however, to keep up with how best to take advantage of this continually improving technology.
Luckily, Ford has put together some helpful videos on the subject. Whether you’re wondering how to flat tow a Ford F-150 or how to set up a 5th wheel trailer with the backup assist feature, you’ll likely finally find you answers in the videos we’ve compiled below.
So view on and educate yourself on how best to tow with your modern Ford vehicle!
Read the rest of this entry »How have Chevy vehicles changed over the years?
By Product Expert | Posted in Fun Stuff on Sunday, August 30th, 2020 at 12:56 AM
Chevy Classic Model Walk-around Compilation
Chevrolet has one of the most storied histories of any modern automaker. They were there at the beginning of the vehicular era, and they’ve come through a lot with the industry. Through it all, they’ve never stopped innovating and producing top-tier products.
To celebrate, Chevy has produced virtual walk-around videos of some its most memorable models. Not only do viewers get an up-close look at the innovative engineering, craftsmanship and passion that went into these rides, but they also get to learn the stories behind them and the important facts about each one.
For your convenience, we’ve compiled each of the current Chevy walk-around videos below, beginning back in 1914 and working all the way up to the past decade. So, take a trip through time and see Chevrolet and the automobile evolve in tandem. Happy viewing!
Read the rest of this entry »What is the Cadillac LYRIQ?
By Product Expert | Posted in FAQs, Fun Stuff, New Cadillac Models on Saturday, August 29th, 2020 at 12:40 AM
Cadillac LYRIQ Verses and Coda Video Compilation
You’ve likely heard tell of the Cadillac LYRIQ. This machine is a remarkable electric SUV that Cadillac describes as aiming to connect, “heart to mind, soul to body and human to machine.” The vehicle represents the dawn of a new era for the automaker, sparking off an automotive future that aims to quickly become entirely electric.
To better give you an idea of just what the LYRIQ is all about, Cadillac has produced some videos that equate to a vehicular piece of music. The LYRIQ gets five verses and a concluding Coda. For your convenience, we’ve compiled them all below.
So sit back and absorb, and hopefully by the end you too will be referring to the Cadillac LYRIQ as, “poetry in electrified motion.”
Read the rest of this entry »What does Cadillac mean in French?
By Product Expert | Posted in Fun Stuff on Monday, August 24th, 2020 at 10:37 PM
There are few things that call up such a delightful association in our brains as the word “Cadillac.” Over the past hundred years, the moniker has been engrained in the minds of humanity to call up immediate images of the flagship GM brand. It’s hard to see the word as anything other than an awesome car.
But the word does come from somewhere. You may have heard that “Cadillac” is of French origin. What does Cadillac mean in French?
Read the rest of this entry »Is Buick a luxury car?
By Product Expert | Posted in Buick, FAQs, Tips and Info on Saturday, August 22nd, 2020 at 2:23 PM
Buick vehicles are remarkable products. They certainly give off a luxurious air wherever they travel. However, the price points of some Buick models seem to bring a near impossible value for the machine. Can a top-tier ride really be had at such a great price? Is Buick a luxury car or not?
Read the rest of this entry »What makes Alpine Valley a legendary venue?
By Product Expert | Posted in Community, Fun Stuff, Local Favorites on Wednesday, August 19th, 2020 at 11:10 PM
The Special Charm and Mystique of Alpine Valley Music Theatre
The Milwaukee area has many gifts. One gem that sometimes flies just under the radar is Alpine Valley, a concert venue located out in East Troy, WI. Over the years, a horde of musicians and festivals have played there, with many giving particular praise to the location as one of their favorite spots to play. What is it that makes Alpine Valley such a legendary venue in concert circles?
Read the rest of this entry »When can I buy the 2021 Ford Bronco?
By Product Expert | Posted in Uncategorized on Monday, August 17th, 2020 at 4:10 PM
The 2021 Ford Bronco has been on the minds and mouths of many since its announcement. This highly anticipated machine is proving to be everything fans of the legendary off-roader had hoped. For many, only one questions remains: when will they be able to get their hands on the 2021 Ford Bronco?
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