Jason Bruckhoff of the Bear Creek Pro-Am committee (left) accepts a $1500 check from Ron Lichtsinn, owner of Lichtsinn Motors in Forest City. Lichtsinn Motors is an annual major sponsor of the Bear Creek Pro-Am, which takes place Aug. 26-27.
Lichtsinn Motors donates $1,550 to Forest City Community Schools
Forest City, Iowa – Lichtsinn Motors of Forest City recently donated $1,000 to the Forest City Community School District as part of their We Care Charitable Giving program bringing their annual giving to the Forest City schools to $1,550.
Lichtsinn Motors has donated $3,750 to the Forest City Community Schools since the inception of the program in October 2009.
The We Care provides that Lichtsinn Motors will donate $50 to the customer’s choice of one of six pre-selected organizations for each new or pre-owned car or truck purchased at the Forest City dealership.
"The We Care Program allows us to direct our giving funds to those organizations that our customers tell us are important to them," said Ron Lichtsinn, owner of Lichtsinn Motors. "Since myself and many Lichtsinn Motors employees graduated from Forest City, we are especially proud to make this contribution in order to provide educational opportunities to our local youth." The funds will be used at the school’s discretion.
The six We Care organizations for 2011 are: The American Cancer Society, HOSPICE of North Iowa, the Forest City Community School District, the Lake Mills Community School District, the YMCA of Forest City and Krysilis. In addition, each customer has the opportunity to nominate other organizations for consideration for the following year's list. Organizations have the opportunity to submit an application to be part of the next year’s list as well.
Customers purchasing a new or pre-owned car, van, SUV or truck retailing over $5,000 are able to select the organization which they would like their $50 donation to go to. This is an ongoing dealership program and donations will be made to the organizations annually through this program.
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About Lichtsinn Motors
Lichtsinn Motors Inc. in Forest City, Iowa is a Chevrolet, GMC and Buick automotive dealer and Iowa’s largest RV dealer. In business for over 30 years, they offer Winnebago and Itasca Motor Homes and Chevrolet, GMC and Buick cars and trucks. They also feature car and RV rentals. Lichtsinn Motors’ factory-certified service and parts departments feature knowledgeable staff who provide friendly and convenient service.
The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has been unveiled by GM and it looks amazing!
GM said the new Malibu will be available only with four-cylinder engines, which is likely due to fuel economy. The 2011 Malibu can be ordered with a 252-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine on 2LT and LTZ models. The 2013 Malibu "will feature a global family of fuel-efficient and powerful four-cylinder engines, along with six-speed transmissions," said GM in a statement.
No pricing information was released at this time, but keep checking back for more information and check out Lichtsinn Motors in Forest City, Iowa, for unbeatable deals on all new and used Chevy's.
“I am looking forward to meeting a lot of new people and helping customers with their purchase of a car, truck or RV,” said Bartleson.
Bartleson and her husband live in Forest City and are expecting their first child in October.
In her free time, Bartleson enjoys reading, camping and spending time with family and friends. She is also involved with the Veterans Affairs Commission of Winnebago County.
Lichtsinn Motors Inc. in Forest City, Iowa is North Iowa’s Chevrolet, Buick & GMC dealer and Iowa’s largest RV dealer. In business for over 30 years, they offer Winnebago and Itasca Motor Homes, a great selection of pre-owned vehicles and new Chevrolet, GMC and Buick cars and trucks. They also feature car and RV rentals. Lichtsinn Motors’ factory-certified service and parts departments feature knowledgeable staff who provide friendly and convenient service.
GMC, the brand known for professional grade capability and engineering excellence, is taking in-vehicle connectivity to the next level on the 2012 Terrain. The small SUV with segment-leading fuel economy will expand its already-extensive list of standard and available features in late 2011 with a simple-to-use, customizable infotainment system and expanded wireless capability.
The 2012 Terrain will be the first vehicle to offer GMC IntelliLink, which uses Bluetooth or USB to connect the driver’s smartphone to Terrain’s new seven-inch, high-resolution, full-color touch screen display radio. IntelliLink expands on the current Terrain’s Bluetooth and USB capabilities to allow smartphone control via voice activation and steering wheel-mounted controls, and streaming stereo audio from the phone through services like PANDORA® internet radio and Stitcher SmartRadio®.
Most importantly, IntelliLink enables seamless integration of stowed portable devices with Terrain’s infotainment system, allowing drivers to keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
“Today’s car buyers don’t want to settle for mass market radio, and they don’t have to,” said John Schwegman, U.S. vice president of GMC Marketing. “They expect to have access to personalized media wherever they are, and the introduction of GMC IntelliLink on Terrain makes media personalization easier than ever.”
Consumer interest in onboard connectivity is rising with smartphone sales. Apple sold 16.2 million iPhonesin the fourth quarter of 2010, and Android sales jumped 886 percent from 2009 to 2010. Two and a half years ago, only one in 10 Americans had a smartphone. By the end of 2013, there will be 1.1 billion smartphones, with annual sales of 300 million units, according to research firm Parks Associates Industries.
“About 70 percent of all new car buyers want some form of connectivity,” said Micky Bly, executive director leading GM’s infotainment engineering efforts, citing GM research. “Whether it’s because they want to listen to their favorite music or hear movie times on the way to the theater, today’s car buyer expects so much more out of their time in a car.”
One doesn’t need a smartphone to benefit from IntelliLink. The system works with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone, USB flash drive or digital audio player. Even without a mobile device, GMC owners will benefit from IntelliLink’s enhanced voice recognition technology and OnStar’s on-screen turn-by-turn directions.
The new benefits provided by GMC IntelliLink include:
Enhanced hands-free voice control system powered by Nuance®, which allows simple voice commands to initiate phone calls and select radio stations or media from portable MP3 players and smartphones. A tap of a button on the steering wheel enables intuitive verbal control of many radio features like “play (artist name)” or “call (name of contact)”. When a smart phone is connected you can say “tune (internet radio, station name).”
PANDORA internet radio and Stitcher SmartRadio allow users to create personalized radio stations based on favorite artists or genres and enables access to thousands of audio programming choices allowing customers to build a personalized listening experience. IntelliLink integrates control of both of these apps for a driver-directed listening experience.
Gracenote® identifies the music collection on the driver’s USB device, MP3 player or smartphone and presents information such as artist name, genres and album cover art on the IntelliLink screen and enables users to select similar music to the tunes they love. Gracenote also improves the accuracy of IntelliLink’s voice activation system by allowing users to access music using artist nicknames, such as “The Boss,” “The Stones,” or “Snoop” using IntelliLink’s voice control interfaces activated through the touch-screen or steering wheel buttons.
Upgraded USB connectivity adds the ability to play music files directly from flash memory devices, and gives the customer the ability to update IntelliLink with future feature enhancements.
GMC IntelliLink retains all the capabilities of today’s entertainment units, and adds to Terrain’s comprehensive list of standard and available features, which includes purposeful technologies such as:
Standard rear-vision camera that provides a view of objects or people directly behind the vehicle
Standard USB audio connectivity and MP3 playback for your portable music player – plug it in and control the features right from the radio or the optional steering wheel controls and USB thumb drives or (say USB enabled storage devices)
Standard XM Satellite Radio, which provides coast-to-coast tunes
Programmable power liftgate that can be set to open to a lower height, clearing garage obstructions or making it easier to reach for those of shorter stature
Remote vehicle start that can be used to automatically heat up a cold Terrain on a January morning, or cool it down on a hot August afternoon.
GMC IntelliLink’s designers drew inspiration from the intuitive, easy-to-use interfaces found on many popular consumer electronics. The influence can be seen on the home page with application icons that animate when activated. The touch screen’s structured, technical graphics and red-and-grey color combination evoke GMC’s “professional grade” personality and Terrain’s bold exterior styling.
The debut of GMC IntelliLink extends the OnStar experience from safety and security to information and entertainment by seamlessly integrating the capability of a smartphone into the vehicle so that hand-held phones may be safely stowed while driving.
When OnStar debuted in 1996, it pioneered in-vehicle connectivity with the auto industry’s first embedded telematics system. It has grown from primarily offering automatic crash notification and security features to include remote vehicle diagnostics, turn-by-turn navigation and the ability to slow down stolen vehicles. In November 2010, OnStar released a smartphone application for all 2011 GMC vehicles that incorporated remote start, lock/unlock, and vehicle status checks.
GMC IntelliLink will be available on Terrain before expanding to other vehicles in the GMC lineup over the next 18 to 24 months.
About GMC
GMC has built trucks since 1902, and is one of the industry's healthiest brands. Today GMC is evolving to offer more fuel-efficient trucks and crossovers, including the Terrain small SUV and Acadia crossover. The new GMC Sierra Heavy Duty pickups are the most capable and powerful trucks in the market. Innovation and engineering excellence are woven into all GMCs, including the Yukon and Yukon XL and full line of Sierra pickups. Today, GMC is the only manufacturer offering three full-size hybrid trucks. Details on all GMC models are available at www.gmc.com, on Twitter at @thisisgmc or at www.facebook.com/gmc.
Family owned and operated for more than 30 years, Lichtsinn Motors is proud to be your Forest City Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC dealer! Located between Mason City and Albert Lea, we're only 1 mile from Winnebago Industries in Forest City, Iowa. Lichtsinn Motors, your Full-Line GM dealer, has a wide selection of new and used General Motors vehicles including: Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC vehicles, making it easier to compare when shopping for your next vehicle. And...if we don't have the exact vehicle in stock you are looking for we will look at area auctions for you to find what you need.
The wide selection of new and used vehicles at your Forest City and Mason City GM Dealer includes the Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Corvette, Equinox and Silverado, the Buick Enclave, Lucerne, and LaCrosse, the GMC Acadia and Sierra, and many more. Schedule a test drive today at your Forest City and Mason City Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC; Lichtsinn Motors!
At Lichtsinn Motors, we pride ourselves in giving back to the community on both a local and national level. A portion of every vehicle purchased goes to support one of a number of organizations. We received the 2008 Readers Choice Award for the #1 Dealer in Northern Iowa. We have same day shipping on all in-stock parts. We offer weekly sales, service & parts specials. We have an after hours service drop off, and give a complimentary 25 point inspection to all vehicles we service. We provide a FREE multi-point inspection on most sale vehicles and a FREE oil change on all vehicles purchased at the dealership. There are service rental cars available for local use, and shuttle rides are available to local service customers. We also offer an Oil Change Special– buy 6, get 1 free.
Questions? Call us (866)336-2720 or send us an email or look at our hours and directions and come on in. At Lichtsinn Motors, your Forest City Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Mason City GM dealer, our goal is that are GM trained and certified staff will provide our customers with the best products, service and selection available. Come visit your Forest City GM Dealer...From Weekday to Weekend, WE HAVE WHAT YOU'RE LOOKING FOR!
Over the years Lichtsinn Motors has been proud to be a leader in community giving, and we're excited to continue these efforts with the We Care program.
The We Care program provides that Lichtsinn Motors will donate $50 to your choice of one of five local organizations for every car or truck purchased from Lichtsinn Motors that retails for over $5,000.
Since October of 2009, Lichtsinn Motors has given over $10,000 to the We Care organizations.
For 2011 you can choose from:
- The American Cancer Society
- HOSPICE of North Iowa
- Forest City Community Schools
- Lake Mills Community Schools
- Forest City YMCA
- Krysilis
When you buy from Lichtsinn Motors, you’re also contributing to your favorite cause!
As of October 2010, GM officially retired the Pontiac Brand. However, Lichtsinn Motors has been designated by GM as an authorized Pontiac Service Provider. What this means to you is that Lichtsinn Motors will continue to be able to provide your pre-owned Pontiac vehicle with factory approved service and repair, including warranty service. Our service staff will continue to be trained on the service of Pontiac vehicles so that they have the most current knowledge of any potential warranty or recall issues they may arise. We will also maintain our supply of special tools manufactured by GM specifically to service/repair Pontiac vehicles.
Manufacturer recommended parts are an important part of maintaining your vehicle’s optimum performance. Lichtsinn Motors will be able to continue to offer you the same high quality certified parts from the manufacturer that your Pontiac was originally built with. In addition, a full line of GM Pontiac accessories is available for your Pontiac vehicle.
So whether you currently own a Pontiac vehicle or are looking to purchase one, you can be confident that Lichtsinn Motors will be able to take care of any of your service or parts needs that may arise. Please contact our parts or service departments for additional information.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox near Mason City, Iowa
The 2011 Chevrolet Equinox ranks 1 out of 24 Affordable Compact SUVs. This ranking is based on analysis of 23 published reviews and test drives of the Chevrolet Equinox, and analysis of reliability and safety data.
The Chevrolet Equinox is a competent crossover that manages to offer fuel economy that rivals many mid-size sedans, the size of many mid-size SUVs and a starting price competitive with compact SUVs.
The Chevrolet Equinox continues to be an excellent choice for buyers shopping for a compact SUV. The Detroit News says, "Well priced, fuel efficient and nicely appointed, the Equinox sets a new benchmark for every automaker."
In terms of size, the Equinox is close to being a midsize SUV. However, when it comes to price and fuel economy, the Equinox is about as compact as they come. The Equinox only starts at about $1,000 more than affordable small SUV class favorites like the Honda CR-V, and it even gets better fuel economy. Because of its price and gas mileage, combined with a roomy interior, most reviewers say the Equinox is a good deal.
Whether you live in Mason City, Clear Lake, Garner, Charles City, Lake Mills, Albert Lea, or any other town in North Iowa or Southern Minnesota, Lichtsinn Motors in Forest City is the place to find your next 2011 Chevy Equinox. Our website has video on every in-stock vehicle...just like this video!
