Volvo Breaks Ground on Its First U.S. Plant

Volvo Cars of North America President and CEO Lex Kerssemakers, South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and other key public officials officially broke ground on Volvo Cars’ first American factory in Berkeley County, South Carolina. “The groundbreaking proves that Volvo Cars follows promises with action,” said Lex Kerssemakers, “Volvo is moving quickly to expand its presence in the United States with new cars, new engines and now, a new factory.”

Factory Groundbreaking

The South Carolina factory will be the global production home of the all new S60 Sedan. Up to 100,000 cars will roll off the South Carolina plant’s assembly line each year, with the first US-built Volvos expected to hit the showrooms in late 2018.

Lex Kerssemakers, Factory Groundbreaking

Volvo saw strong demand for the all-new XC90 7-Seat SUV, which was released this summer, and the XC60 5-Seat SUV, which continues to delight drivers.

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Volvo Cars estimates that the factory will employ up to 2,000 people over the next decade and up to 4,000 people in the longer term. The plant would contribute approximately $4.8 billion in total economic output on an annual basis.

For more information about the Volvo XC90 or to schedule a test drive, please contact:

Donny Lambrecht at Park Place Volvo, (214) 956-5516, DLambrecht@10.2.54.33

Park Place Lexus Difference

The client lounges at Park Place Lexus Grapevine and Lexus Plano, make working during your service appointment easy with amenities like personal computer stations, charging stations, Wi-Fi, and more.

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Park Place Lexus Plano

The newly renovated client lounge at Park Place Lexus Grapevine has a variety of incredible amenities including a coffee machine to rival the best coffee shops in the area.

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Park Place Lexus Grapevine

Fresh snacks are also available daily.

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Grab a cup of coffee or a soft drink, and catch up on the latest news or sports; or read and relax while waiting for your vehicle to be serviced.

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There’s even a play room for the kids complete with an activities table, TV, and comfy chairs to enjoy a good cartoon or movie.

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Park Place Motorcars Arlington at Your Service

An exciting occasion for the Park Place family, as Park Place Motorcars Arlington– our 18th dealership in North Texas, opened its doors on Monday, November 2nd. Construction on the new, two-story dealership kicked off in summer 2014.

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Park Place Motorcars Arlington is a stunning, multi-million dollar state-of-the-art facility featuring two Mercedes-Benz showrooms designed to showcase 16 new vehicles.

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The 91,000-square-foot dealership has plenty of automobiles as well as amenities.
Don’t miss a beat when you take your vehicle in for service. The shop is equipped with 35 service bays and 10 make-ready bays, as well as several beautifully appointed client lounges complete with TVs, Wi-Fi, and several personal work stations; there’s even snacks, and a private playroom for the kids.

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Next year, Mercedes-Benz will introduce 10 new vehicles, including a new 4-door mid-sized SUV, several new diesel models, a plug-in hybrid C-Class, and a sleek new SLK roadster.

Come see us and experience Park Place Motorcars Arlington, located at 4201 Beltway Place off Interstate 20. We look forward to seeing you!

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For New Car Sales inquiries, please contact News Car Sales Director, Richard Wasson (RWasson@10.2.54.33).

For Pre-Owned Sales, please contact Pre-Owned Sales Director, Joel Moss (JMoss@10.2.54.33).

The Parts and Service Departments are open Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The Showroom is open 8:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Friday and 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday.

Meet the Man Behind the Wheel of Park Place Motorcars Arlington

A spontaneous decision during a visit to Park Place 15-years ago, led to a life-changing opportunity for Hesham Elgaghil, General Manager at Park Place Motorcars Arlington.  Inspired by the beautiful cars and the world-class people at the dealership, Hesham wanted to become a part of this amazing organization he only saw a glimpse of. He decided to apply for a job and let fate take its course. Park Place Dealerships took a chance on Hesham, although he didn’t have any experience in sales or in the car-business, his background spoke volumes on his behalf and Park Place believed in him.

during an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas on September 27, 2015. (AP Photo/ Michael Ainsworth)
Hesham grew up in Dallas- Fort Worth. A graduate of Richland High School, he went on to get his Bachelor’s Degree at Southwestern University, where he excelled in academics and basketball. After graduating from college, Hesham went to work in Health and Wellness before making the move to the automotive industry.

At Park Place, Hesham embraced his new job as a new car sales consultant so much that he was recognized as Sales Consultant of the Year shortly thereafter.

during an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas on September 27, 2015. (AP Photo/ Michael Ainsworth)

Less than 3 years later, he was promoted into management. The position provided him the opportunity to teach others how to build and solidify meaningful relationships. Hesham’s leadership and mentoring skills created the perfect environment for his team and contributed to his overall growth and success.

Hesham’s dedication, hard-work, and exceptional leadership put Park Place Motorcars Dallas on top, ranking in the top 5 amongst Mercedes-Benz dealerships Nationwide year after year.

Today, Hesham has an even bigger role, a role that is the pinnacle of his career and a testament to his hard work and commitment. He is the General Manager of Park Place’s brand new Mercedes-Benz dealership in Arlington.

You never know where your success story will begin, but it always begins with taking a chance.

Mansfield Man Goes from Armored Cars to Luxury Vehicles

Transitioning from Staff Sergeant of an armored Cavalry brigade to a new car sales experience manager might seem like a leap, but not to Bryan Woodard of Mansfield. “If I learned one thing in the Army it was to be adaptable,” explained Woodard. Now a new car sales experience manager at Park Place Motorcars Arlington, Woodard has turned his attention to helping others. Woodard grew up in Arlington and graduated from Mansfield Summit High School in 2004. He enlisted in the U.S. Army as a Cavalry Scout in 2006 and deployed for a 15-month tour of Mosul, Iraq. His first assignment was in a scout platoon with I Troop 3/3 Armored Cavalry Regiment out of Fort Hood, Texas. Over the next nine years, Woodard would complete two more tours of duty in the Middle East, rise up the ranks to a Staff Sergeant (E-6), and teach marksmanship to Basic Trainees.

Each client’s situation is different. So I need to be flexible to help them figure out what will best fit their personal needs.”   Woodard has his work cut out for him. Mercedes-Benz is introducing 10 new vehicles in 2016: including a new 4-door mid-sized SUV, several new diesel models, a plug-in hybrid C-Class and a sleek new SLK roadster. “With all the different products and price ranges, there’s really no ‘typical’ Mercedes-Benz client,” said Woodard. “We see everyone from first-time car buyers to long-time clients buying cars for their kids or grandkids.”

Bryan Woodard

Opening November 2, Park Place Motorcars Arlington is the 18th dealership for Park Place and will be located on Interstate 20 and Beltway Place. The company recently launched a new program that simplifies the purchase experience for the client and will be available the first day the dealership opens.   “I’m very excited about Park Place’s new “One Touch experience,” said Woodard. “When a client comes to Park Place, the sales experience manager will help the client through the entire process; from the initial welcome and finding the right vehicle to meet their specific needs to making the numbers work, all the way through the contracts and driving out with their new car.  This is going to be a game changer for the automobile industry.

Woodard and his wife, Kalee, who also grew up in Arlington, were childhood friends. They married in 2010, and have a two-year-old daughter (Monroe) and another girl due in January.   Employing those who served our country and are now ready to serve the Mercedes-Benz community, is just one of many intriguing stories you’ll find among the “Experts in Excellence” at Park Place Motorcars Arlington.

Porsche Exclusive Celebration- Custom Cars. Cocktails. Couture.

Park Place Porsche in Dallas was recently named one of only six Porsche Exclusive Flagship Dealers in the country. To celebrate, Park Place invited more than 450 guests to a unique event, where they experienced the limitless options now available to configure their own amazing vehicle in the new Porsche Exclusive Design Center.

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There’s an infinite number of possibilities to customize your Porsche,” said Patrick Huston, general manager of Park Place Porsche. “Whether you’re looking to create a distinctive 911 Turbo, Boxster, Cayenne, Panamera, Cayman or Macan, you’ll discover a level of customization never before possible. You can sit down in our Design Center and select a wide range of options. Then you see the changes on the computer screen to determine how those choices work together. We also have paint, leather, trim, and parts samples in-house where you can touch and feel them.”

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In addition to the Porsche Design Center, Park Place sales experience managers roamed the floor with electronic tablets to help guests configure their own dream car.
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Two Porsche Exclusive cars inside, provided inspiration: a 2016 Panamera and a 2015 911 Turbo S with many unique features.
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Guests who configured a Porsche at the event were entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $13,000 exclusive Chopard Porsche 919 Edition watch from Bachendorf’s.
Ron Witten of University Park was the lucky winner.

Park Place Porsche GM Patrick Huston with Chopard watch winner Ron Witten

Customization was the key to the party. Lombardi’s invited guests to build their own flatbreads.

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Reyka Vodka and Hendrick’s Gin offered a “create your own martini” bar, where one could create any cocktail combination they could conjure up.

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The Lou Lou Ladies Lounge featured unique clothing and accessories so a lady could create her own look, all while sipping on refreshing Solerno Fizz Cocktails.

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Jo Malone London fragrances demonstrated how to create your own personal scent.

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The Men’s Lounge showcased watches from Bachendorf’s, Origins skincare, chair massages, a Hudson Bourbon bar, as well as Krombacher beer and hand-rolled cigars.

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2016 Volvo XC90 Earns Top Safety Rating

Volvo has said it time and time again, the all new XC90 is its safest Volvo ever, and the results of the crash test by American Insurance Institute for Highway Safety are undeniable.

The 2016 Volvo XC90 received a full score in all tests (crashworthiness and front crash prevention), excelling in both preventive and protective safety performance. The Volvo XC90 also scored top marks in recent Euro NCAP testing – further proof that XC90 is one of the safest cars on the roads today. The superior rating for front crash protection makes the XC90 one of the first cars with standard equipment to receive a 2015 Top Safety Pick+ award.

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Please take a moment to watch the incredible video of the IIHS small overlap test.

Take note that the boron steel cage (red areas in picture below) around the driver’s compartment remains completely intact after the wheel and components break away as designed. The Volvo XC90 stays on its path and does not stop abruptly and spin out like so many other vehicles do on this test.

The all-new XC90 has been made stronger by a more extensive use of hot-formed boron steel, which is the strongest type of steel presently used in the car body industry. The amount of hot-formed steel is around 40 per cent of the total body weight.
The independent testing result from IIHS once again highlights the exceptional nature of the work we do at Volvo Cars in taking car safety to a new level. Our combination of an ultra-high-strength steel safety cage with a patented front structure, advanced restraints and our standard auto braking system, City Safety, combine to deliver unparalleled performance,” said Cecilia Larsson, Director of Volvo Cars Safety Centre in Gothenburg.

The IIHS crashworthiness category includes tests covering small overlap, moderate overlap, side, roof strength, head restraints and seats. Volvo achieved top scores in all of these tests and was deemed superior in front crash prevention thanks to the standard City Safety technology that is fitted in all new Volvo cars.

City Safety is the umbrella name for advanced collision avoidance functionality at the Swedish company. Using advanced RaCam, (Radar-Camera) technology positioned in the windscreen, City Safety delivers advanced vehicle-to-vehicle collision avoidance functionality and protects other vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians and cyclists in a broad range of scenarios.

The all-new 2016 Volvo XC90 is now available at Park Place Volvo.

For more information about the Volvo XC90 or to schedule a test drive, please contact:

Donny Lambrecht, New Car Director at Park Place Volvo, (214) 956-5516, DLambrecht@10.2.54.33

Bentley Bentayga- Be Extraordinary. Be Iconic.

Bentley Dallas is proud to join Bentley Moscow, Shanghai, London, Dubai and other iconic locations worldwide in the Bentley Bentayga ‪#‎BeExtraordinary‬ campaign. Dallas is an iconic city with extraordinary, iconic people.

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#BeExtraordinary  Find your extraordinary Bentley Bentayga at Bentley Dallas.

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Bentley lit up the night across the world with a simple reminder: #BeExtraordinary.

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New York City’s Times Square displayed the message in bright lights

 

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Bentley dealership in Moscow

 

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Oxo Tower in London

 

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The Bund in Shanghai

 

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Habtoor Grand Hotel in Dubai

2017 C-Class Coupe: Sensual. Sporty. Stylish.

Sensual yet sporty. The new 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe embodies modern luxury.
As the sportiest variant of the C-Class, the Coupe displays its driving enjoyment-oriented character in an emotional and at the same time formally distinct design.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

A high beltline and frameless doors with free-standing exterior mirrors underscore the sporty character. Clean lines and sensually arranged surfaces structure the side sections into vivid light and shadow effects. One particular highlight is the long, drawn-out dropping line typical of a coupe.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

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The interior raises elegance and style to a sporty level. Although it exudes athletic and youthful charm, it has grown in maturity.
Driver and passengers enjoy an ambience that leans toward the interior of the C-Class Sedan.

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The choice of materials and the finish have a hand-crafted feel with high-class appeal and deliver a new take on modern luxury: sportiness without compromising on comfort and exquisite style.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

A seating system including integral sports seats designed specifically for the Coupe offers sporty comfort, while the standard automatic belt feeder offers additional convenience. There is also more shoulder room, elbow room and headroom in all seats.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

The 2017 C-Class Coupe, coming to Park Place Motorcars in Spring of 2016.

Park Place Porsche Exclusive: Your Porsche. Your Way.

Like nothing else out there! Create your custom Porsche at Park Place Porsche- the only Porsche Exclusive dealer in Texas.

The possibilities are endless.

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Park Place Porsche Exclusive Design Center

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Your Porsche as unique as you. Design an exclusive Porsche in our Design Center with the help of Porsche Certified sales consultants.

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Exterior color swatches, a/c vents, storage compartment covers…how will you customize your Porsche?

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A few of the exterior color swatches, interior trim swatches at Park Place Porsche Exclusive Design Center.

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Porsche Exclusive leather swatches.

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It’s a Park Place Porsche Exclusive. Make it your own.

 

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Porsche Exclusive gear selectors.

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Buckle up in style with your choice of Porsche Exclusive seat belts.

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Porsche Exclusive door sill guards.

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 Your choice of a key fob…match the car or make it stand out.

Start customizing your Porsche now when you visit Park Place Porsche Exclusive.