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The 2019 Sierra has been remade to challenge the dominant Ford F-series of trucks. What’s GM’s trick to achieve more of the market share? Steel and aluminum body construction, paired with a light carbon fiber bed. The Structure While steel long has withstood strength tests, the metal’s weight has been a fuel-economy killer for many a car. In the old days, cars were built big and bumpers were designed to do exactly that — bump things, if not crush them. Changing safety standards brought on bumpers designed to crumple, and what once may have been the proverbial fender bender became a plastic replacement process. Being rear ended didn’t produce a ding. It put holes in things. GM, however, was late to the track when it came to removing steel from autobodies. It’s taken until the new 2019 line of trucks which are, on average, 450 pounds lighter than their predecessors. The weight shed comes from three swing areas — the hood, tailgate, and doors — now manufactured in aluminum. Aluminum is more malleable and elastic than steel and can create shapes that steel typically cannot. Aluminum is about one-third the weight of steel. With the weight loss, the 2019 Sierra has the fuel-efficiency of a Ford F-series but a steel platform provides the safety you’ve come to expect from GM trucks. A few years back, Ford shifted from steel to aluminum body construction which, of course, increased fuel-efficiency. However, the large, light-bodied trucks lost points on safety. With heavy duty capability and steel undergirding, the 2019 GM trucks stand up to the worksite and celebrate solid Americana. A Step Further The Sierra Denali will take one step further into the future beyond Ford. A carbon fiber bed strips weight while adding strength. The Denali’s CarbonPro Box (what GM is calling it) is just the start of what’s to come for truck beds. Mark Voss, GM’s engineering group manager, led the efforts to find ways to make a carbon fiber composite bed that is more sustainable, durable, versatile and, ultimately, affordable. Until Voss and team found a way to pioneer applications of carbon fiber for vehicle use, carbon fiber seemed out of reach due to cost. No longer. The CarbonPro box will be 62 pounds lighter than a steel box and will eliminate the need for a bed liner. Why? Because the CarbonPro box has, according to GM, “best-in-class dent, scratch, and corrosion resistance.” The composite material of carbon fiber also makes for easier reuse. If scrapped, carbon fiber can be shredded and melted then repurposed. It doesn’t become part of the garbage pile. Another bed feature actually is found on the Sierra bumper. The CornerStep was introduced on the Sierra 1500 in 2014 before making its way on to the GMC Canyon. The cut-out groove is exactly what its name implies — a step in the corner. It’s lower to the ground than full bumper height, providing easier access to the truck bed. Now that step has increased in size to accommodate steel-toed boots and comes standard. The Sierra Denali will have 17/23 MPG and can tow up to 9,600 pounds with its max horsepower of 420hp. Its tailgate will be more innovative, with six different and distinct functions, so that loading and unloading, as well as accessing the cargo box, happens with greater ease. Its powerful 6.2L v-8 engine will offer an all-new 10-speed automatic transmission. The interior will have sleek lines, jazzed-up technology with smart features, and offer a multicolor head-up display. That new display is first in its class, and the feature lets drivers view important information displayed directly on the windshield. So now, no need to look away from the road to get the important info you need, even on the dash or console. The windshield will offer you the key data you need so your eyes can stay on the road where they belong. The Sierra Denali starts at $52,900. The Denali also comes as a Denali HD, which increases the tow load up to 23,100 pounds and starts at $56,345. It takes the horsepower up to 445 and comes in two styles: the 2500 and the 3500. The 2500 has a max payload of 3,233 pounds and a towing load of 15,400 pounds; the 3500 delivers towing power at 23,100 pounds and has a max payload of 6,112 pounds. Both the 2500 and 3500 will offer a hood scoop, bringing in cooler induction air temperatures so that the Denali can maximize its horsepower. There are two more Sierras to explore, rounding out the next generation of GM’s line: the 2019 Sierra 1500 and the Sierra Limited. First, the Sierra 1500 with its SLT crew cab will start at $46,700. It bears similar bells and whistles, 420 horsepower, and towing power of 12,100 lbs. The Limited gives you the hauling and towing power you need in a light-duty truck, with the modern technology you’ve come to expect for today’s vehicles. It will be offered in two trims, Sierra and SLE, and either two- or four-wheel drive. Sleek lines and cool tech cut the shape of its interior — brawn and brains. Word on the street is that a new 3.0-liter diesel Sierra also is in the works. The in-line six is rumored at 282 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque, which would make it the class leader in the half-ton diesel market. Also running through the rumor mill? First tests on the 2020 Yukon. Styling is said to take from the 2019 Sierra both in styling and platform. Reduced weight by way of aluminum swing panels (doors, hood, liftgate) and an independent rear suspension are expected. What’s unknown is whether the Yukon will offer the new Duramax LM2 turbo-diesel, which would put out the same horsepower and torque numbers as for the 2019 Sierra. GM’s Sierra will put Ford on alert. Despite Ford’s dominance in the truck class, GM’s innovative approach to the body (steel-aluminum) and its carbon fiber box will transform the future of trucks. America can only benefit from this rivalry, as each competes for leadership in a field where innovation matters. And what’s more, with the rising scare of tariff wars, GM’s innovative approach of steel, aluminum, and carbon fiber can only help to protect their consumers from the expenses of an all-steel or all-aluminum body. The 2019 Sierra is on our lot at Liberty Buick GMC now in addition to the 2018s, which are priced to move in our year-end model closeout. You can save more than $10,000 on some 2018 models! It’s a great time to buy. Visit us at 9028 E. Independence Blvd., Charlotte, N.C., online at clickliberty.com, or give us a call at 704.708.8000. Our sales department is open seven days a week.

The Carolina Panthers have named Buick/GMC the team's official cars and trucks, and Liberty Buick GMC is participating in the Ultimate Tailgate Giveaway Sweepstakes. During the regular football season, nine weekly winners will be selected - one after each of the Carolina Panthers' home games. The Ultimate Tailgate Giveaway Sweepstakes package includes a Big Green Egg "Mini EGG" tailgate grill; a YETI Tundra 110 cooler; and two tickets to the last regular season home game where one previous winner will be awarded a brand new 2019 Sierra 1500! To register to win, you must visit one of the participating dealerships across North Carolina or go to a Carolina Panthers' home game at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers' home game schedule is as follows: Pre-Season Aug. 17 vs. Miami Dolphins - Win Aug. 24 vs. New England Patriots - Win Regular Season Home Games Sept. 9 vs. Dallas Cowboys - Win Sept. 23 vs. Cincinnati Bengals Oct. 7 vs. New York Giants Oct. 28 vs. Baltimore Ravens Nov. 4 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Nov. 25 vs Seattle Seahawks Dec. 17 vs New Orleans Saints Dec. 23 Atlanta Falcons Liberty Buick GMC would love to have a winner from our dealership! You can enter to win each week. Come visit our sales team and a member will walk you through the registration process. Weekly winners are awarded on Mondays after a Panthers home game. We have the 2019 Sierra on the lot now, but we also have 2018 Sierra’s on clearance with markdowns on some models saving you more than $13,000. Our sales department is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday and we are located at 9028 East Independence Boulevard just outside Charlotte. Visit us online at clickliberty.com or call 704.708.8000.

Are you in the market for a new car? Do you know what you can afford? Maybe you’re willing to take on a higher payment for a shorter period of time. Maybe you’re more comfortable with a lower monthly payment that will take longer to pay off. Regardless, there are ways Mount Airy Chrysler can work with you to come up with financing arrangement that gets you moving. Whether you’re shopping for something fresh off the lot or that’s been around the block, understanding how to finance your car is an important part of the purchasing process. At Liberty Buick GMC, we aim to make financing your next vehicle something that’s easy to do. Our certified financial advisors are trained to work with any credit situation and leverage a network of hundreds of banks and lenders to secure the best rate for you. Our advisors are kind and considerate. They know that life happens. You shouldn’t be worried or embarrassed about discussing your financial status with our advisors. Helping others work to meet their financial goals is what they were trained to do! Even if your credit score is something anyone would be proud of, our lenders may still provide you with benefits that you may otherwise not be able to access. Whether you’re thinking of buying this week or next year, we can work with you to make a plan for your next purchase. Our customers come from Charlotte and surrounding communities — Salisbury to Rock Hill, Monroe to Waxhaw, Lake Norman to Harrisburg, Kannapolis to Belmont — to buy their new Buicks and GMCs as well as shop our great used car inventory. Check your own credit score Often you can check your credit score for free through your bank or credit card institution. You also can request a free copy of your credit report from each of the three major credit reporting agencies — Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion — once a year at annualcreditreport.com or by calling 877.322.8228. Once you have an idea of your score, consider what you can do to improve it! Is everything on your report accurate? If not, file a dispute. You should receive a response to your dispute within 30 days. Do you some of the things that hurt a credit score? Even one late payment: if you make a payment more than 30 days late, chances are it’s going to show up on your report; if you’re having trouble making payments, it’s better to try to work out a payment plan and keep an account from going to collections Not paying ALL of your bills on time: utilities, rent, phone bills — every kind of bill adds up Applying for more credit: a hard credit inquiry impacts your score whether or not you’re approved Canceling your zero-balance credit cards: cancelling cards reduces the amount of credit you have and can shorten your credit history Transferring balances to a single card: it may seem easier, but consolidation on to one card can negatively impact your debt ratio so that you owe too much of a card’s available credit Co-signing credit applications: you may be great about paying your own bills, but the person you’re co-signing for may not be; don’t let their negligence tank your credit Not having enough credit diversity: credit cards, loans, bills — it matters that you can keep multiple accounts paid up Holding high credit card balances: even though you may not own that much, if you owe a high percentage of your available credit, that’s a flag Unemployment leading to missed payments: going without a job for a while isn’t the problem; it’s not paying bills that hurts Ignoring your credit report: check it annually and do what you can to fix it Know what your trade in is worth Many people buy a car to replace an older car. At Liberty Buick GMC we can help you figure out how much your trade in is worth, which will help your buying power. Our expert estimator is available from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. You can contact our estimator online or call 704.708.8000. When you do, you will receive an additional $500 value with the purchase of any new or used vehicle. Apply for financing Before you even come to the dealership, you can apply for financing through GM Financial. Our online form is secure and collects the information needed to approve a loan amount and interest rate. Liberty Buick GMC offers: Pre-approval Easy to fill-out forms Private, no-hassle process No obligation application Search for specials Liberty Buick GMC offers military, college, and educator specials to help make buying a new car easier. We also have various new car specials and used car specials in addition to our service specials that will keep your ride running smooth.

Have you ever gone to a birthday party and realized you forgot the present? Been on vacation and forget to pack something? Amazon Key is putting a stop to the hassle of forgetting something. Now you can order that birthday present online and have it delivered to your car before anyone ever notices. Amazon Key In-car Delivery couldn’t be more convenient for Amazon Prime Members. Amazon’s in-car delivery service is a step into the future and allows a new partnership between the automotive industry and Amazon. Buick and GMC are on board and have already partnered with Amazon to help customers achieve the best experience. Buick and GMC vehicles that are a 2015 model or newer and have the OnStar system are eligible to participate in the Amazon in-car delivery option. How It Works: Check Your Eligibility – Amazon Key In-Car Delivery is compatible with Buick, GMC, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Volvo vehicles that are a 2015 or newer model that have a cloud-connected system such as OnStar. You will also need to check if the area you in which you are located offers the service. Download The Amazon Key App – The Amazon Key App will allow the person delivering your package to access your vehicle. Shop On Amazon – Pick out the items you would like to purchase. You can shop online at Amazon.com or you can use the mobile shopping app. Select The Appropriate Delivery Option – You will want to select In-Car Delivery and you will need to select an eligible address. Amazon will tell you when your package will be delivered and will give you a time window for when to expect it. Receive Your Package And Enjoy – When delivery day has arrived, Amazon will notify you when your package will arrive. You will need to park within two blocks of your delivery address. Amazon will let you know when the package has been delivered and assure you that your vehicle has been relocked. Liberty Buick GMC is excited to see the technology of Buick and GMC vehicles grow and connect with Amazon Deliver. If you are ready for a new vehicle, looking for a car compatible with Amazon In-Car Delivery, or looking for a dealership to service your current vehicle, call Liberty Buick GMC located in Matthews, NC for servicing in the Weddington, Rock Hill, Charlotte, and many other places in North and South Carolina.

Big things are happening at GMC and Liberty Buick GMC is excited to share the company’s future plans. Car enthusiasts and outdoor lovers are looking forward to the new GMC off-roading line of AT4 vehicles. Within the next couple of years, GMC will be offering an AT4 branded off-roading model with every GMC vehicle. We’re kicking off the line with the new 2019 GMC Sierra AT4. GMC is thrilled to release this new premium-grade line of vehicles that will be both aesthetically pleasing with a bold and athletic look as well as complete with innovative technologies and outstanding capabilities. Whether you find yourself venturing off the comfort of normal roads or just want to be prepared to drive in any place or conditions, the AT4 line will ensure that you’re confident for anything headed your way. Related: 2019 GMC SIERRA: WHAT WILL BE UNVEILED? 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 The 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 will be the first vehicle of this model line and enthusiast couldn’t be more supportive of its launch. Here are just a few noteworthy details about the new truck: Exterior The exterior of the 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 will follow a very distinctive, bold look similar to the 2018 GMC Sierra. The front and rear bumper will be the same color as the body, while the signature grille will be finished in a sleek black chrome. This, paired with the unique design and texture of the grille and C-shaped LED lighting will create a very masculine and eye-catching appearance. The LED fog lamp bezels, fender badge, and other features will be set in the black chrome color. Modern design touches shine through with the window trim and mirror caps in a high gloss black and touches of red on the vertical tow hooks, showing more definition in the vehicle and creating an overall striking look. Interior The interior of the new 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 is held to the same standards as the daring exterior, while adhering to the individuals of an adventurous and outdoor lifestyle. This means durable materials, rubber flooring, and comfort for the ride inside the vehicle. The interior colors are a dark and bold color, featuring a Jet Black with Kalahari accents. The steering wheel will feature a textured real aluminum finish in a darkened color. The seating material is a very elegant and quality leather material with a sharp embroidered AT4 stamp on the headrest for an abrasive look.  To add to the needs of an adventurer, the truck is equipped with interior storage. A pair of 10-liter storage areas can be found of the back of the rear seats and a 24-liter storage tray lies beneath second row seating. Capabilities Capabilities is a big one in a trucks designed for off-roading. The AT4 model has a suspension 2 inches higher to allow for easy clearance in a more aggressive driving terrain. Undoubtedly, the vehicle comes standard with four-wheel drive and has two-speed transfers for a customizable driving experience. Some top capabilities include: Off-Roading Tuned Rancho Monotube Shock Absorbers Locking Rear Differential Skid Plates Hill Descent Control 3-liter V-8 Engine (available 6.2-liter V-8 Engine and a 3.0-liter inline-six turbo-diesel) Traction Select System Segment-First Multi-Color Head-Up Display Surround Vision These features are designed to make off-road driving experiences more comfortable and easy to navigate, no matter the terrain. Anti-lock braking technology allows for the driver to feel in control when travelling on uneven or bumpy grounds. This can also relieve the pressure of a drive where you might otherwise feel like you must constantly push the brake. There is preset driving modes for easy transition to a variety of terrains and road conditions. Switching the mode automatically changes the transmission shift point and throttle mapping to create the optimal performance for the conditions. The driver can also look at stats of the fore-and-aft tilt, front tire angle, and left-and-right tilt in the corner of the windshield on the Head-Up Display. All of this data is customizable to the driver’s needs. To make parking a breeze or squeezing in and out of rough areas manageable, the vehicle has a full “bird’s eye” view of the vehicle and its surroundings. Related: 2018 SIERRA IS STILL THE TOP CHOICE FOR A WORK TRUCK This is just the beginning of all the neat features and designs GMC has instore for the new line of off-roading AT4 models. Keep your eye out for the 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 and its release this fall. Liberty Buick GMC can’t wait to have this new line on the lot, but if you’re in the market now, check out the 2018 GMC Sierra and 2017 GMC Sierra.

Buying a car is a big deal, but buying your first car is a huge milestone and reason to be proud. Between dealing with high-pressure car salesmen tactics, trying to ensure you get a good price, haggling for trade-in values on your old car, and staying on top of the sale by avoiding any hidden fees, you’re probably the least worried about the most important part of your first car purchase: your credit score. Financing your new vehicle may not be the flashiest or most exciting part of your purchase, but it’s definitely an aspect you shouldn’t avoid. If you’re willing to spend hours negotiating with a salesman, then you should also set aside time to prepare for this major purchase. Buying a new car doesn’t have to make your credit rating take a huge hit, so we’ve outlined some ways you can prepare your credit for your shiny new toy. 1) Plan Your Car Shopping Ahead of Time: Did you know that every time you go to a car dealership, they pull your credit and it adds a notation on your credit report that you’ve filed for an inquiry? Did you also know that multiple inquiries temporarily hurt your credit score? The best way to avoid notations on your credit score is to simply plan ahead. Check out vehicles online, contact your dealer via phone or e-mail, and make the trip only when you’re ready to 2) Know the Market: In general, knowing what the car you want is going for in the market is going to help you negotiate for the best price. Researching online is usually the best route to see what dealers’ inventories have, and what you want to schedule to see. If you find that the vehicle you want is experiencing high demand, then you’ll have less leverage as a customer. 3) Know Your Credit Score: Before you go shopping, you should check out your credit score and know your credit score range. We recommend doing this a few months in advance so that if you need to increase your credit score, you can do so. Your credit score directly effects what kind of interest rates you can get on financing your vehicle, and also gives you the upper hand on deciding whether to finance through the bank, credit union, or your dealer. While there is no specific minimum score to buy a car, the higher your score is, the more options for financing you will have and the more you will save on an auto loan interest. 4) Consider Getting a Car Loan: Myth busted: Getting a car loan can actually help your FICO credit score. But, the price you end up paying for a car is going to determine whether you qualify for a loan to buy it; a price too high can disqualify you. Find a suitable payment plan, as not making payments will definitely hurt your credit rating. 5) Put More Money Down: The more money you pay for the initial down payment, the less money you will need to borrow—it’s as simple as that! Saving for a down payment will reinforce realistic budgeting practices. We recommend aiming to down pay for about 12% of the purchase price.   Everybody wants to get a good deal on their car purchase, and knowing your credit score is going to help you streamline the process. Buying a new vehicle should be an exciting, fun experience with the help of your dealership and credit unions. If your credit is not where it needs to be yet to get a good deal on financing, contact Credit Capital today.

Liberty Buick GMC has a new approach to camping this spring. We recommend taking camping up a level for a totally new experience with the GMC Sierra Denali. The 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali is the perfect camping vehicle for all levels of campers. Whether you are ready to pop up a truck bed tent or hauling a luxurious camper, the GMC Sierra 1500 is ready to encompass all of your camping experiences. If you are itching to get away from the city, and feeling ready to gaze up at the stars and tell stories around the campfire at night, it’s time to start planning the ultimate camping trip. For a successful camping trip you will need two things: the perfect camping spot and a comfortable and safe sleeping arrangement. North Carolina has several great camping locations, including spots that are right around the Charlotte area. Some of the top camping locations include: Crowder’s Mountain Linville Gorge Mount Mitchell Jones Lake State Park Lake James State Park Hanging Rock State Park Where you sleep has a lot to do with how your camping experience goes. The more comfortable and relaxing your camp site setup is, the better your overall trip will be. Liberty Buick GMC has the perfect camping vehicle. The 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali is geared up with all the features you need for the perfect camping adventure. With the GMC Sierra Denali, you can kick a traditional tent to the curb. The GMC Sierra has a solution that’s a total upgrade. The 2018 GMC Sierra has an optional truck bed tent. That’s right—you can convert the bed of your truck into your camping set-up. GMC offers a 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Camping Tent by Napier. This accessory cuts down on hauling additional materials and creates the perfect tent. The tent is: Reasonable priced at $270.00 Lightweight and easy to setup and close Water-resistant Spacious and comfortable Includes color-coded poles and sleeves for easy assemblage Designed precisely to fit your truck Expandable for extra storage Fully rain-proof, including side vents and windows If you’ve heard about the latest trend of glamping (glamorous camping, or taking an upscale, luxurious approach to camping), the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali is ready to accommodate your tastes. With excellent capabilities on and off road and the ability to haul a camper, you won’t have to sleep on the ground if you don’t want to. The vehicle has: Segment-Leading V8 Hill Descent Control Locking Rear Differential Duralife Brake Rotor Trailer Hitching Trailer Sway Control Trailer Brake Controller Whether you need a truck to get you out of the city and onto a camping site, a truck fit to sleep in, or a truck ready to take your camping experience to the next level, the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali is primed for all the adventures to come. Come test drive a 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali today at Liberty Buick GMC.

When describing a good or bad Uber ride, it always begins with the car you were picked up in. Sure the driver may have taken a few extra minutes on the pick up, or taken a wrong turn on the way home, but if the car itself is nice we can forgive these faux pas. At Liberty Buick GMC we know Uber riders want high levels of comfort, luxury, and sound. It just so happens we have two brand-new vehicles that perfectly fit the bill. What We Like in an Uber Tastes vary, but on the most basic level, things like comfort, luxury, and sound are not difficult to create. That being said, when it comes to Uber rides, higher levels of these three makes for a better experience. Leather or upholstery, it really doesn’t matter. Just as long as the seat itself has plenty of cushion and give and holds you in a nice position, that’s what really counts. Legroom is something else to consider. It doesn’t matter how comfy that seat is if your legs are scrunched up into your chest. Another thing is the ride itself. It needs to be smooth and soft the entire trip. Sharp turns should feel like fluffy side-hugs. Potholes, nothing but little divots to hardly be noticed. It doesn’t have to be extravagant. Those luxurious items only found in cars with a price tag similar to that of a home mortgage aren’t required. It’s quality we want as Uber riders, and that simply means entering a car with sturdiness and charm. Solid doors, svelte seating, and dark tones with LED running lights do well to make any passenger feel as though she is taking a proper Uber ride. Quality sound comes from modern mechanics pumping through nice speakers. There also needs to be plentiful options: radio, CD, and phone connectivity are most common, but just as long as the sound is crisp and clear it usually does not matter what the source is. We know what we like in an Uber car, and now it’s time to look at which makes and models we, at Liberty Buick GMC, recommend. 2018 Buick Regal Sportback The all-new 2018 Buick Regal Sportback is a great choice for an Uber driver for more reasons than we can even list. Let’s begin with the high comfort levels in the 2018 Regal Sportback. From the moment you sit inside you can tell something is different. There’s just so much room! The hatchback offers extra storage spaces, and the length of the car itself offers more than enough legroom from every seat. This makes those trips to the airport with extra baggage no problem. Just set the bigger bags on the floorboards and easily slide the rest in the back. As for the seats themselves, they are much more comfortable than those in your average sedan. At first sit, they are obviously a cut above. The thick material and quality cushion instantly put any passenger at ease. They seem to hold you comfortably in place, all the while allowing the necessary levels of give for optimum comfort. Next is luxury, and the 2018 Buick Regal Sportback has it in spades. The new Sportback is offered in four trim levels: 1SV, Preferred I, Preferred II, and Essence. All come with varying bells and whistles such as power accessories, keyless ignition, OnStar 4G LTE connectivity, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. There is the option between a 7.0 and 8.0 center touchscreen and allow wheels ranging in size from 17 to 18-inches. To make the 2018 Buick Regal Sportback even more luxurious, Buick has added a Driver Confidence package. This bundle of goodies includes memory for the front seats and mirrors, four-way power lumbar adjustment in the front, heated and auto-dimming driver mirror, LED headlights that level themselves automatically, and a host of luxurious safety features such as: Adaptive cruise control Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking Active lane control with lane-departure warning The 2018 Buick Regal Sportback has you covered on quality sound too. With the option for eight premium Bose speakers, sounds are just so much better. Add this to Buick’s famous Infotainment center, and you have yourself a nice little setup. This center console allows you access to all your favorite music, turn-by-turn directions, and emergency assistance, a USB port, and plenty more. With an abundance of features and one of the smoothest rides you will ever experience, the 2018 Buick Regal Sportback is the modern Uber car. 2018 GMC Acadia With a price at around $29,000 you can’t go wrong with the new 2018 GMC Acadia as an Uber. Though most Uber cars tend to be sedans, this mid-size crossover performs like a high-dollar SUV but has the perks of driving a sedan. As a matter of fact, almost every feature specified in the 2018 Buick Regal can be found in the 2018 GMC Acadia as well. By way of comfort, the 2018 GMC Acadia seems to defy logic. The fact that the mid-size Acadia fits seven passengers is strange, but when you realize all seven can sit comfortably inside it blows your mind. By way of expert design and craftsmanship, GMC has maximized just about every possible angle of space to ensure roominess. Up front, both seats are multi-adjustable. The second row sits back far enough to allow easy access in and out, and it provides extra legroom for passengers. The third row is the smallest, but still allows for comfort and room, especially for children. For Uber purposes, this third row is perfect for throwing luggage, especially when in a hurry. To make the 2018 GMC Acadia even more charming, there are soft-touch materials throughout, and not that cheap, rubbery-feel either. The inside of the new Acadia feels like plush quality that makes you want to ride along for hours. In the all-new GMC Acadia, luxury and comfort work together. As you experience the high levels of comfort in the Acadia, you begin to notice just how luxurious what you are riding in is. Take, for instance, the fact that there are a total of six different trim levels. Each of these offers varying aspects of comfort, but all performs at a level of luxury that is just not found in SUVs at this price. There’s the rear-seat detection feature, which is designed to keep you aware of a rear passenger or that you have recently opened a rear door. Then there is the 7.0-inch Infotainment system that has enough connectivity and output features to make any passenger happy. This system gives you up-to-date weather and traffic alerts, plays your favorite music and podcasts, even makes calls and reminds you of upcoming meetings. It’s like having a secretary right there in the dash. There is also the classy look of the 2018 Acadia. Its rolling sides and ready stance give a capable yet sophisticated feel, exactly what an Uber ride should be. The sound quality in the 2018 GMC Acadia matches that of the Buick Regal. The only difference is there is more room for the sound to expand in the Acadia. The Infotainment system previously mentioned also comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, appealing to just about everyone.   If you are thinking of becoming an Uber driver, or if you feel the need to be a bit more particular in the type of Uber you ride in, consider both the 2018 Buick Regal Sportback and the 2018 GMC Acadia. Both pack a punch in all three departments of comfort, luxury, and sound. Come in to Liberty Buick GMC today and find the best deal on one of the best cars for Ubering.

Liberty Buick GMC is excited about the 2019 GMC Sierra. The updated edition of the GMC Sierra will be revealed in March and there is a lot to be excited about. GMC trucks are consistently ranked highly and have everything from excellent safety to great performance. Whether you are in need of a work vehicle or a vehicle for fun, the GMC Sierra is great for both. Work life, home projects, family vacations; you name it. You can load the bed of the truck with all your supplies or attach a trailer to bring a golf cart to the beach. Liberty Buick GMC is proud to sell the GMC Sierra and currently has a great selection of the 2017 and 2018 GMC Sierra Trucks. The 2019 GMC Sierra still has a little time before it will appear in dealerships but stay tuned for the updates. What To Expect? If you love the current GMC Sierra, the 2019 model will be no exception. The updated version has a lot to offer and will have some big surprises. The new GMC Sierra will show stronger differences from its rivalry vehicle, the Chevrolet Silverado. The new unveiling will also include the professional grade Denali addition, featuring even more luxurious amenities. Some top features expected include: A lighter weight vehicle to improve gas mileage and towing abilities A redesigned exterior featuring aluminum materials similar to the Cadillac CT6 An improved interior for a more luxurious and comfortable feel A full technology makeover including popular features like keyless entry and push start\stop engine A performance upgrade including new engines available and a new 10-speed transmission Liberty Buick GMC has a lot full of 2018 GMC Sierra Trucks and few 2017 models, but hang tight: the new 2019 GMC Sierra will be on the lot before you know it. If you have your eye the new 2019 GMC Sierra, give us a call at (866) 442-0871 and you can be the first to know when the vehicle will be ready to purchase.

Liberty Buick GMC proudly keeps the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 showcased on their lot. The GMC Sierra is known for being the best work truck on the market. With the new 2018 remodeling and touch-ups, the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 still holds strong as a top truck and the top choice for a work vehicle. The truck's capabilities and performance are unparalleled. With its amazing price and outstanding towing abilities, it is no surprise that this pickup truck is a top pick amongst consumers.   The look and feel of the 2018 GMC Sierra is phenomenal. The look of the exterior is very appealing to the eye. this truck is sure to grab attention with a signature front grille, high performing light, signature headlamps and tail lamps, and an innovative truck bed. The stunning look is all part of the GMC reputation. This classic look is professional and great for every day driving. Many trucks often lose points when it comes to interior styling but the 2018 GMC Sierra has a comfortable interior that will impress. The interior is nothing shy of luxurious. This premium interior is constructed with comfortable and convenient features. The top available interior features include: Heated and ventilated seats Heated steering wheel Large center console Locking under-seat storage Quiet Cabin Bose Active Noise Cancellation System What really defines this truck and make it a top choice for a work vehicle is its amazing capability and performance. This truck can tow and haul up to 12,500 pounds. That’s a pretty impressive trailering max. This truck has many powerful engine options to help you get the job done. The vehicle also as features like: Trailer Sway Control Hill Start Assist Tow/Haul Mode Rear Vision Cameras Duralife brake rotors protect Liberty Buick GMC invites you to come take a test drive. Start the New Year right, with a new 2018 GMC Sierra truck. Visit Liberty Buick GMC’s website at www.clickliberty.com or give us a call at 866-442-0871.

The 2017 GMC Acadia is a mid-size SUV ready to impress and perform at new levels. The sculpted curves and line work are just the beginning of new features added to the all-new Acadia. There are a striking amount of changes made to this year’s GMC Acadia. And all are done in way of added safety and comfort features by using new technologies. And there are a multitude of other slight alterations done to make the Acadia even more enjoyable to drive. For instance, the 2017 Acadia has reconfigured front and rear-ends. The front has a chrome oval trim piece framing its prominent grille. The curved edges of the entire front-end are more sophisticated and modern than previous models. The back-end includes a minimal use of chrome trim except for the shiny running board. The lack of intricate design here adds to the modern feel and overall purpose of the Acadia itself: nothing is overdone, everything has its designated purpose. GMC even took away some unneeded size to the Acadia. The 2017 model is 193.6-inches long. This is 7.2-inches shorter than last year’s outgoing model, and proof GMC is serious about making the Acadia exactly what you need. No added frills, no filler. Just the best driving midsize SUV on the road. TOP FOUR NEW FEATURES TO THE 2017 GMC ACADIA Though there are quite a few changes made to the 2017 GMC Acadia, these are four of the most impressive... #1: NEW POWERTRAIN The 2017 Acadia actually offers two new powertrain options. Coming standard for the first time with the base models is a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine with 194 horsepower and 190-lb-ft of torque. This surprisingly powerful engine also provides 21 miles-per-gallon in the city and 26 highway. But, if you need something just a little tougher, check out the new Acadia’s 3.6-liter, six-cylinder engine with 310 horsepower (that’s 29 more horsepower than last year’s model). With this larger engine, you get as much as 18 miles-per-gallon city, and 25 highway, which is pretty good considering the mass of muscle found under the hood. And for seasoned Acadia drivers, you might notice more punch and a smoother ride with the six-cylinder engine, which was previously the only engine option for the Acadia. This change is due to the added horsepower and a few extra tweaks to make new engine better than ever. #2: SURROUND-VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM Surround Vision is something GMC incorporated to a few vehicles in 2015. This was a sort of test run to see how useful it is, and to see how well it performs. Not surprisingly, it was found beneficial, and any kinks present were worked out before incorporating Surround Vision into the 2017 Acadia lineup. Essentially, the surround-view camera allows a perfect bird’s eye view of the scene around the vehicle. The camera is attached to a center-stack display, and provides a clear, live view. This high-tech safety feature will most likely be a hit, for any vehicle that has it in 2017, as it makes the job of driver so much more enjoyable. Just think, no more blind-spots! Finally, you can see everything that is happening in the back, sides, and front of your vehicle while you are driving. #3: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL The 2017 GMC Acadia’s adaptive cruise control (ACC), also known as active cruise control, autonomous cruise control, intelligent cruise control, or radar cruise control, is an intelligent mechanism that speeds up and slows down your vehicle on its own accord. How does it work? The driver sets the top speed as one normally would using cruise control. Then he decides how many seconds he wishes to pace behind the car in front (usually, 2, 3, or 4 second options). Then, ACC does the rest. A high-tech radar set in the center of the grille performs the task of locking on to the vehicle directly in front and staying with it until you cancel the cruise control. If the car ahead of you speeds up, so does yours. All the while staying the same pace behind. What if the vehicle in front of you brakes? No problem. ACC slows down right along with it, and it sounds an alert making you aware of the change taking place. The nice thing about the Acadia’s adaptive cruise control is that it doesn’t do too much. Again, GMC chooses the minimalist approach, and for good reason. The best part of the Acadia is driving it. We don’t want a mechanism completely taking over our driving experience, but using a system such as ACC can actually make each journey easier and more enjoyable. We say bring it on. A word to the wise: if it is your first time using GMC’s adaptive cruise control, it does take some getting used to. We are, after all, trained to do all the driving, and having a system such as ACC help out seems awkward at first. But, using it in high traffic areas will get you comfortable with it quickly. Start with the maximum distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you (around four seconds), and let the radar do the rest. #4: LANE-KEEP ASSIST Lane-keep assist is yet another feature added to the Acadia that makes driving easier. Like adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist does not fully take control over your vehicle; however, it does keep you safe by correcting an often occurring mistake: merging into another lane. Or worse, driving off the road. So, how does it work? Lane-keep assist monitors the painted lines on the road and consistently lets you know when your Acadia deviates from between them. The strips of yellow, whether full or in sections, and the white line on the side of the road are the boundaries. Once the lane-keep assist software detects you are veering from these lines, a warning appears on your dash, an alert is sounded, and once you begin to turn the wheel, the alert stops. Some versions of lane-keep assist actually help pull you back to between the painted lines. Just think of all those times you have bent down to turn on the radio and reached behind your seat to grab something and your car began to venture out of line. Well, no more. Not with the 2017 GMC Acadia. EVEN MORE TO OFFER Though these top four features to the all-new 2017 GMC Acadia are great, there’s even more: New in technology: the 2017 Acadia comes with automatic high beams, Apple Carplay, and Android Auto. The LED high beams keep you safe and stylish, while the Apple and Android connectivity allows you to operate your phone hands-free. New in safety: The Acadia also incorporates forward-collision warning (a great system to pair with adaptive cruise control), automatic braking, and a system that reminds to you check the back seat every time you leave the driver’s seat. So, what are you waiting on? At Liberty Buick GMC we are waiting to give you a test drive of the 2017 Acadia in order to show off its greatest features. Whether it is the new engine sizes and levels of performance, the surround-view camera system, adaptive cruise control, or the lane-keep assist, there are plenty of reasons to drive a 2017 GMC Acadia. Come let us show them all to you! Liberty Buick GMC | clickliberty.com | Sales: 704) 321-4366 9028 East Independence Blvd., Matthews NC 28105   -Andrae Bergeron

It’s nearly the end of the year and you know what that means: great deals on vehicles from Liberty Buick GMC! Right now, and through to the end of 2017, we have some of the best prices on all your favorite Buick and GMC vehicles. Better come look at the lot while they last though, because with prices as low as these, they will not last long. Traveling with family can be hectic. The luggage, the toys, the food, the DVD players…the list seems to never end and something is most always forgotten. This experience does not have to be frustrating, though. What it comes down to is the vehicle you drive. That’s why we are happily promoting one of the very best SUVs on the market, the Buick Envision. The new Envision has more than enough room for everyone to stretch, relax, and do his or her thing. It’s time to get a vehicle that makes you and yours happy, which is why you need to come over to Liberty now and check out what we have on the lot. Holiday Deals Here are just a few of the specials we are having on the all-new Buick Envision: 2017 Buick Envision in Ebony Twilight Metallic. This beauty comes with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine that saves you money at the pump and packs a punch on the road. The best part is, this Envision is usually priced at $37,870, but after all our special end-of-year discounts, it ends up at $26.065. That’s over $10,000 in savings! 2017 Buick Envision in Midnight Amethyst Metallic with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine. This high-end Envision usually runs around $41,000, but not at Liberty! Come in now and get it for only $28,840. Nobody has prices this low! 2017 Buick Envision all-wheel-drive, four-door Premium I. This premium SUV comes in Ebony Twilight Metallic and has a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder engine and is priced at…wait for it…$31,885! Not bad at all when you consider the 2017 Envision Premium I usually runs for $45,630. No matter where you end up vehicle shopping this holiday season, you will not find better deals than here at Liberty Buick GMC. Come in now and find the Buick Envision that’s right for you.     -Andrae Bergeron