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August 14, 2015August 14, 2015

Lexus Debuts 2016 LX 570 at Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach is notorious for its scenic golf courses, but once a year cars take over for Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance. What better stage for Lexus to introduce two of its refreshed models for 2016.

Introducing the 2016 Lexus LX 570

Lexus left barely any surface of the new LX 570 untouched in a sweeping upgrade for 2016, with only door panels carried over from 2015.
The restyled front end wears an even bolder rendition of the Lexus signature spindle grille, framed by elegant satin chrome trim and complemented by distinctive new standard LED headlights, turn signals and fog lights. The LX 570 design makeover gives it new 20-inch split 10-spoke wheels, and new available 21-inch 10-spoke wheels. The taillights and rear bumper also get a new look.

The upgrades for 2016 go beyond skin-deep. An eight-speed automatic transmission replaces the former six-speed for enhanced performance and efficiency. New Drive Mode Select, as used in other Lexus vehicles, allows the LX 570 driver to tailor powertrain and suspension responses by using a dial on the console. The system also controls responses of the Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), which continually adjusts shock absorber damping rates while driving, helping to ensure optimal comfort even as the road surface changes.

Modes include ECO, which adjusts powertrain responses and air conditioning to prioritize fuel-efficient driving; COMFORT mode optimizes AVS damping to help deliver the smoothest ride possible; SPORT S mode dials up powertrain response and dials down power steering assist to yield a sportier driving feel, and, to that, SPORT S+ mode adds firmer damping control from AVS to prioritize handling agility.

The 5.7-liter V8 engine produces 383 horsepower and delivers 90-percent of its 403 lb.-ft. peak torque at just 3,600 rpm, coupled with a 7,000-pound towing capacity,

A new standard feature for 2016, the panoramic view camera is an invaluable aid when hitching and maneuvering a trailer, viewing the surround terrain when off-roading, and helping view the area around the vehicle (sides, front and rear) when maneuvering tight spaces.

The new, larger 12.3-inch navigation screen can show several view combinations (panoramic/driver’s side, panoramic/passenger’s side, panoramic/rear, panoramic/front, side/side, rear, front/side/side, under floor/side/side, rear/side/side) to help aid the driver.

The LX also adds standard several safety features, new multimedia with Remote Touch Interface and substantial dual screens for the available Rear Seat Entertainment System to help captivate passengers.

The 2016 Lexus LX 570 is coming to a Park Place Lexus showroom in Grapevine and Plano by the end of the year.

August 12, 2015August 12, 2015

Rock and Rolls-Royce Wraith ‘Inspired by Music’

Rolls-Royce has contributed to the myth and legend of the contemporary music scene since the birth of Rock & Roll. Today, the long-standing love affair lives on, with some of the world’s most celebrated artists choosing Rolls-Royce as the ultimate affirmation of their success. In this spirit, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is delighted to present Wraith ‘Inspired by Music’.

Wraith ‘Inspired by Music’, blends the finest components with the skill of the most eminent experts in their field. These characteristics, and the precious materials used in the Bespoke Audio system, create ‘the most exclusive music venue’ that delivers an unrivalled aural experience.

A book matched copper finish features for the first time on Wraith’s fascia, boldly extending the car’s theme. The same copper tone extends to Wraith’s signature seat bullets.

The chaplets on the clock have been designed and meticulously crafted with a combination of warming copper and silver, whilst the radial lines of the outer bezel playfully emulate the look and feel of vinyl records.

The extraordinary clarity of sound and dynamic range is delivered via a 1300W, 18 channel system comprising two highly powerful bass speakers, seven tweeters and seven mid range speakers. Two ‘exciter’ speakers hand-fitted in the car’s headlining play a vital role in bringing the sound to the listener at ear-level; ensuring the output perfectly imitates the way music is experienced in a live setting.
Microphones constantly monitor ambient and exterior noises and will adjust volume and tone settings automatically to ensure no external agent detracts from the user’s listening pleasure.

Wraith ‘Inspired by Music’ completes a trilogy of striking and distinctive Bespoke Collections.

The first, Wraith ‘Inspired by Film’ celebrates Rolls-Royce’s long association with the silver screen.

Rolls-Royce Wraith ‘Inspired by Film’

Wraith ‘Inspired by Fashion’ allows customers to commission a true piece of automotive haute couture inspired by the materials and motifs of cutting-edge high fashion.

Rolls-Royce Wraith ‘Inspired by Fashion’

Check out the full Rolls-Royce line-up at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Dallas.

August 5, 2015August 10, 2015

Jaguar F-Pace: Pushed to the Extreme

From the searing heat and dust of Dubai to the ice and snow of Northern Sweden, the new Jaguar F-PACE has been thoroughly tested to the limit in some of the most inhospitable environments on earth.
As the first performance crossover from Jaguar, the F-PACE offers an unrivalled blend of performance, design and practicality. To ensure that every system functions perfectly under the most extreme conditions, the new F-PACE has been subjected to one of the most demanding test programs the company has ever devised.

“We developed the F-PACE to offer the ride, handling and refinement demanded from a Jaguar car, together with new levels of ability and composure on a variety of surfaces and weather conditions. Just as we paid obsessive attention to detail over the engineering of every single component, we’ve exhaustively tested the F-PACE in the most challenging conditions to ensure that it will exceed the expectations of our customers around the world,” said, Andrew Whyman, Vehicle Program Director, Jaguar F-PACE.

At the Jaguar Land Rover test facility in Arjeplog, Northern Sweden, average winter temperatures rarely exceed 5°F (-15°C) and often plummet to -40°F (-40°C). In Dubai, ambient temperatures can exceed 122°F (50°C) in the shade.
Incorporating hot and cold weather testing environments with a variety of new and unique surfaces, Jaguar has paid special attention to help make the F-PACE a benchmark in the performance crossover segment. For the first time in a Jaguar development program, the F-PACE has also been driven over graveled mountain passes as part of its validation tests. Following this testing and development, the F-PACE will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Coming to Jaguar Dallas and Jaguar Plano showrooms in mid 2016.

August 3, 2015May 24, 2016

Porsche Owners Have Spoken- Porsche Rated #1 in APEAL Study

For the eleventh year in a row, Porsche owners in the U.S. agree that Porsche deserves top honors. It was rated #1 among all other brands in the industry in the 20th edition of the J.D. Power ‘APEAL’ (Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout) Study. In addition to the brand taking overall honors, the Macan – in its first year included in the study – ranks highest in the ‘Compact Premium SUV’ segment.

For the fifth year in a row, the Cayenne takes the top position in the ‘Midsize Premium SUV’ segment.

The Cayman also takes the top award in the ‘Compact Premium Sporty Car category. This is the second time this year Porsche led a J.D. Power study – Porsche also ranked highest among all nameplates in the 2015 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study.

The J.D. Power ‘APEAL’ study measures the attitudes of more than 84,000 U.S. customers who purchased or leased a new 2015 model-year vehicle between November 2014 and February 2015. Questions are designed to evaluate ten categories of vehicle performance and design: exterior and interior styling, storage and space, audio/communication/entertainment/navigation (ACEN), seats, heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC), driving dynamics, engine/transmission, visibility and safety, and fuel economy. Porsche earned 874 points on the 1,000-point scale, compared to the premium industry average of 841. The overall industry average was 798.

For more information on these and other Porsche models please contact: Pete Hodges at Park Place Porsche (214) 525-5408 or PHodges@10.2.54.33

July 27, 2015

An Exciting Start to the Summer For 2 Plano Teachers of the Year

Plano ISD Teachers of the Year Jennifer Denton and Lilly Wisler got their summer off to a great start. Watch their reactions as they pick up their new 2015 Lexus RX350 to enjoy for the summer, from Park Place Lexus Plano.

Park Place Lexus Plano is proud to support Plano ISD and provides a brand new Lexus for the Teacher of the Year winners to enjoy during the summer vacation.

Park Place Dealerships would like to thank all the teachers for their selfless dedication and contribution to the community.

July 10, 2015

Jaguar Plano Named #1 Jaguar Dealer in the Nation

Park Place Jaguar Plano is honored to be recognized once again as the #1 Jaguar dealer in the nation. The Marque of Distinction title is the highest honor a Jaguar dealer can receive. Jaguar Plano was also the recipient of Pride of Jaguar Retailer Excellence Award. Only 16 of the 164 Jaguar Retailers are awarded Pride of Jaguar status each year. The winners are chosen based on performance in three overall categories: customer advocacy, sales and business excellence.

Jason Feuerberg, Sales Manager at Jaguar Plano was also recognized as the 2014/15 Journey to Excellence Marque of Distinction winner.

From the small group of 16 Jaguar dealers nationwide, only one is awarded the coveted Marque of Distinction title for being the top retailer for their brand. This dealer exceeds all expectations within Jaguar’s measurements of success.

Jaguar Plano is proud to be recognized for its ongoing commitment to excellence—from sales and service to the ownership experience.

We are so thankful for our customers and their support and loyalty to us and to the Jaguar brand.

This is Jaguar Plano’s third year in a row to be honored with the Pride of Jaguar Retailer Excellence Award.

We invite you to stop by to preview the entire extraordinary Jaguar line-up. You’ll also want to take advantage of our attractive specials.

July 7, 2015July 7, 2015

2015 Lexus LS Takes the Top Spot in J.D. Power Study

Lexus is once again in the top spot, according to the 2015 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study.

The 2015 Lexus LS surpassed all vehicles in the Large Premium Car category, including the BMW 7 Series. The J.D. Power Initial Quality Study looked at how many problems owners experienced per 100 vehicles, in the first 3 months of ownership. The Lexus LS scored 61 per 100 cars. The luxury sedan outperformed every vehicle in the study in its category.
Stop by Park Place Lexus Grapevine or Plano to see for yourself why Lexus is #1.

July 1, 2015July 1, 2015

Porsche Ranks Highest in J.D. Power Study

Porsche is dominating the competition for the third year in a row. The brand achieved top rating in the 2015 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. Several of its models also won top honors in their vehicle segments. This is the first time that five Porsche models ranked in the top 3 in their respective segments.

The Porsche 911 ranked highest for the fourth consecutive year in the Midsize Premium Sporty Car segment.

The Porsche Boxster and Cayman swept the first two places in the Compact Premium Sporty Car segment.

In its first year of production, the Porsche Macan was awarded the highest rank in the Compact Premium SUV segment.
“The success of Porsche is primarily dependent on the satisfaction of our customers,” said Matthias Müller, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. “We see these awards as confirmation of our strategy for high quality standards in design, development and production and in continuously offering Porsche customers a unique purchase and ownership experience.”

Porsche Cayenne and Panamera achieved third place in the Midsize Premium SUV and Large Premium Car categories.

The J.D. Power Initial Quality Study measures the number of problems experienced by U.S. customers during the first 90 days of ownership. Initial quality is determined by the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles, with a lower score meaning higher quality.

Porsche scored only 80 points on the problems per 100 scale, compared to the premium industry average of 110. The overall industry average was 112.

June 29, 2015

Local Organizations Benefitting from Park Place Dealerships – Texas Rangers Fundraiser

Texas Rangers baseball players put on quite the show off the field. The 15th annual Park Place Dealerships – Texas Rangers Triple Play Game Show Spectacular, held recently at the Hilton Anatole Dallas, gave fans a chance to get up close and personal with their favorite players and coaches.

The annual event is the Foundation’s largest fundraiser, raising more than $610,000 for the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation this year. “Park Place Dealerships is proud to be part of this worthy endeavor,” said Jordan Case, president of Park Place Lexus. “The Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation touches the lives of thousands of kids across our community, and that’s the real reason behind this fun evening.”

The “Big Top Bash” theme featured circus acts and carnival games such as the strongest man, ring toss, and a fire breather. The Triple Play event also featured live and silent auctions, giving fans opportunities to get unique sports and entertainment memorabilia or even secure a seat on the Rangers team plane to Seattle in August, or a trip on the owner’s private jet to Los Angeles to see the Rangers face the Dodgers.

The highlight of the evening was players going head to head in game show-style competitions. You’d think a championship series was on the line the way these guys battle each other in the fun games.

The fan favorite Fielders Feud pitted infielders Elvis Andrus, Adrian Beltre, Adam Rosales and Prince Fielder against outfielders Shin-Soo Choo, Leonys Martin, Carlos Peguero, and Mitch Moreland. The Outfielders were victorious this year.

The Rangers added Win Lose, or Draw to the lineup with hilarious interactions between Anthony Bass, Robinson Chirinos, Carlos Corporan, Ross Detwiler, Derek Holland, Colby Lewis, Nick Martinez, and Shawn Tolleson.

The entire Texas Rangers roster attends the event to chat with guests, sign autographs, and take pictures with fans. Each year, guests remark how much they enjoyed the personal interaction with players and coaches.

The Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of children in need and provides funding for youth in crisis, youth health initiatives, youth baseball programs, and youth education. Celebrating its 24th year, the Foundation has given back more than $13 million to help area children.

Following are some of the organizations that benefited over the past year:

o Constructed a custom-designed ball field for the Southlake Miracle League for children with special needs.

o Provided equipment and uniforms for more than 3,000 kids to play baseball in the Rangers RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities) programs in Dallas, Arlington, Lancaster, Austin, and Fort Worth McKinney Little League Baseball program.

o Keller Sports Park after vandals damaged the ball fields by driving vehicles across the park.

o Donated $10,000 to Celeste High School to help install lights on the baseball field.

o The Globe Life Texas Rangers Baseball and Softball grant program.

Ken Schnitzer founded Park Place Dealerships in 1987 with a single Mercedes-Benz dealership on Oak Lawn. Today, Park Place Dealerships employs more than 1,700 people and operates 17 full-service dealerships representing luxury brands including Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Infiniti, Volvo, smart, Jaguar, Lotus, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, McLaren, and Maserati. Park Place is currently building a new Mercedes-Benz dealership in Arlington, scheduled to open fall 2015. For more information about Park Place Dealerships, visit parkplace.com.

June 26, 2015July 8, 2015

Behind the Badge: Lexus

Lexus’ relentless pursuit of perfection started years before it launched its first luxury sedan in 1989.Toyota’s newly-formed luxury division needed a brand name and a logo that would evoke images of luxury. Over two-hundred names were suggested, including Verone, Chaparel, Vectre, Calibre, and Alexis.

“Finding an appropriate name proved to be a difficult exercise. It had to be elegant, but not effeminate; classy, but not prissy; bold, but not brazen. And it had to be unique.” (Lexus: The Relentless Pursuit by: Chester Dawson)

Alexis was the frontrunner, but there were a few hesitations. “The chief argument against this appellation [Alexis] was that it sounded like the name of a person, not a car.” (Lexus: The Relentless Pursuit by: Chester Dawson)

Eventually “Alexis” was shortened to “Lexis” which evolved into “Lexus” and Lexus’ identity started taking shape.

With a brand name in place, Lexus needed a logo. How do you convey luxury and sophistication of Lexus so it’s recognized with a single glance?

The Lexus logo is simple yet symbolic. The letter “L” surrounded by an oval border portrays Lexus’ timeless elegance and sophistication. The smooth, oval shape resembles the aerodynamic quality of Lexus vehicles.

Celebrity Lexus owners include Robert DeNiro, Dustin Hoffman, Cameron Diaz, and Christie Brinkley.

Experience the luxury and beauty of Lexus at Park Place Lexus Grapevine and Park Place Lexus Plano.