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Stay Safe and Alert while Navigating Menomonie August is Traffic Awareness Month, and it is a perfect reminder that staying focused and alert while driving is crucial to keep yourself and all the others around you safe. Your new Jeep from Markquart Menomonie has a wide array of features to help enhance the awareness of your surroundings. Navigating heavy traffic on your daily commute can be stressful. Jeep wants to be a second pair of eyes when it comes to lane changing, single-lane traffic, and possible collisions. Blind Spot Monitoring- This alert uses radar-based sensors to alert you when another vehicle is driving in one of your blind zones. This alert flashes on your side mirror to avoid a collision. Adaptive Cruise Control- This system automatically adjusts speed to maintain a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. The car may come to a complete stop if a potential collision is detected. Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning- This element senses when your Jeep approaches another vehicle too rapidly and audibly and visually alerts you. When alerted, advanced brake assist is enabled, so you stop quicker. If necessary, this feature can bring your vehicle to a full stop. At Markquart, we have a large inventory of safety equipped vehicles to make navigating around Menomonie and Eau Claire smoother. Come in and shop our inventory of new Jeep models to give you peace of mind. Reference your owner’s manual for a full list of what your Jeep is capable of. Safety and driver assistance features are not a replacement for alert and safe driving. Features are in place to aid in awareness of surroundings in order to keep everyone in and around the vehicle safe. Weather, visibility, and road condition may interfere with vehicle features. Reference your owner’s manual for information and limitation of safety features. Safety features vary depending on the Jeep vehicle. Distance must be pre-selected. Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go is to assist with safe driving. Driver must still remain alert and focused while driving. SHOP NEW JEEP INVENTORY

Taking Place August 3, 2019 Menomonie Airfest and Autorama is an annual event that is celebrated in Dunn County. The 2019 festivities include a pancake breakfast, helicopter and plane rides, auto show, aerobatic air show, and so much more. Markquart of Menomonie is excited to be a 2019 Title Sponsor. On top of the air and car show, this event is extremely kid-friendly. Your kiddos will love the Kids Korral featuring a bungee jumper, inflatables, and a special appearance from cars featured in the film CARS. This event also has a variety of vehicles on display to keep the parents entertained. Airfest and Autorama takes place on Saturday, August 3 rd at the Menomonie Municipal Airport. Admission to the show is $10, with children 12 and under free. This event is a community favorite, and you don’t want to miss out! LEARN MORE

Ram Truck drivers are part of a unique group of hard-working and kind people that only want what is best for their communities. Ram Nation is a volunteer organization that allows Ram truck drivers nationwide to sign up and use their vehicles to benefit those in need. Volunteers can help with anything from disaster relief to lawn mowing. Ram trucks are packed with powerful elements that make navigating through any terrain seem simple; this is what makes Ram the perfect brand to make a difference.  With a strong towing capacity and bed space, these trucks can transport loads of supplies to those in need, or assist with excessive snow removal to conquer Wisconsin winters. Getting involved with Ram Nation is simple. A form can be filled out on the Ram website in which you specify your location and the type of work that you are interested in doing.  Ram will then connect you with opportunities near you. Markquart strives to make a difference in our communities. Ram Nation hits close to home, and we are proud to be your local Ram dealer. GET INVOLVED

Mariah grew up in the Eau Claire area and decided to stay close to home in her career. After working in hospice care for a long period of time Mariah is excited to join the team at Markquart and re-enter the business world. Working in hospice care gave Mariah the compassion to want to continue working with people. Her favorite part of her job is that she gets to help people, and find them their ideal vehicle. In her free time, Mariah likes spending time with her family and remaining active. Some of her favorite activities include going to the gym, rollerblading, and hiking. Mariah’s dream vehicle is a Rolls-Royce Phantom. Make sure to stop in and chat with Mariah next time you are in the area! EMAIL MARIAH

The Jeep Gladiator is equipped to handle anything The new 2020 Jeep Gladiator is here! Engineered like a pickup truck, the Gladiator is ready to help you gear-up for any adventure. On par with the Jeep Wrangler, the Gladiator offers a removable top and Jeep Brand 4x4 capability. Unlike anything of its kind, the Gladiator can meet any need in a Sport, Sport S, Overland, or Rubicon. Offering the best in class available 7,650lb towing and 1,600lb payload, this vehicle has the strength to pull you anywhere. Whether you need to pull it or pack it the extra coating in the bed will constantly reassure you that the Gladiator is the truck for your lifestyle. In addition to strong capability, The Gladiator offers: 11 Inches of ground clearance Water fording in up to 30 inches of depth Heavy duty front and rear tow hooks ParkView® Rear Back-Up Camera Uconnect ® capability And more! The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon offers forward-facing TrailCam Off-Road Camera and integrated Trailer Brake control that adjusts to electrically power trailer breaks, which makes any terrain doable. Along with Bluetooth® connectivity, the Gladiator Rubicon comes with a removable weather-proof Bluetooth® speaker to take on any adventure. Being the only Trail Rated ® and open-air pickup truck in the market the Jeep Gladiator is truly extraordinary. Stop into Markquart Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat in Menomonie to see how smooth the Jeep Gladiator handles for yourself. Find Gladiator Inventory

Drive home in this champion pickup – trophies not included! The all-new 2019 Ram 1500 comes standard with unmistakable style and unrelenting capability. With features like the class-exclusive RamBox, advanced aerodynamics and best-in-class towing there is no question as to why it has come home with so many awards. This truck is truly amazing, but don’t just take our word for it. Look to these industry professionals: TruckTrend 2019 Pickup Truck of the Year Consumer Guide 2019 Best Buy (8 years in a row) Motortrend Truck of the Year Texas Auto Writers Association Official Truck of Texas Popular Mechanics Best Trucks for Automotive Excellence Awards com Best in Show for the Detroit Auto Show So what are you waiting for? Stop by Markquart Ram to test-drive the all-new award-winning 2019 Ram 1500. You will not be disappointed. We are located just off of I94 on Stout Street in Menomonie! VIEW RAM INVENTORY

Certified Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram vehicles with 2 Standard Warranties At Markquart in Menomonie, you can shop worry-free for your next used car with one of our Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles. These vehicles go through a rigorous 125-point inspection to ensure that it is in great condition before it ever meets the lot. As with all of our vehicles at Markquart we take pride in ensuring that each of these vehicles is reconditioned and detailed with care so it feels like new when you slide into the driver’s seat. One of the best features of a certified car, truck or SUV is the 2 warranties that come standard with your purchase. The first warranty is a 7-year/100.000-mile 1 powertrain warranty. This warranty runs seven years from the date that the vehicle was originally sold as new or 100,000 miles on the odometer. It covers the repair or replacement of most components of the vehicles engine, transmission and most other parts that help bring power to your wheels. The second warranty is a 3-month/3,000-mile Maximum Care Coverage. This warranty runs from the date of the sale of the vehicle to you for 3 months or 3,000 miles on the odometer. It offers extended coverage on more than 5,000 components of your vehicle. The next time you are shopping for a pre-owned vehicle shop with confidence at Markquart in Menomonie. We are located conveniently off of I94 on Stout Street! View Certified Inventory 1 7-year/100,000-mile (whichever comes first) Powertrain Limited Warranty runs from the date the vehicle was sold new. A deductible applies. 2 3-month/3,000-mile (whichever comes first) Maximum Care Limited Warranty runs from the date of sale of the vehicle, or at the expiration of the 3/36 Basic Warranty. A deductible applies.

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Service Advisor in Menomonie Hope Krista has always been interested in vehicles and even went to school to be a diesel mechanic. Once she started in the industry she realized that she flourished when working directly with the customer – rather than just on their vehicle – so she found a sweet spot as a service advisor. Now Hope has worked in the automotive industry for over 8 years. Her favorite part about her position at Markquart is that she really feels like she can help our customers by educating them on services, rather than just telling them what needs to be done. In her spare time, you will almost always find Hope spending time with her 5 children or riding her horse diesel. When she pictures herself driving her dream vehicle, she says that it would definitely be a beautiful silver RAM 1500! The next time you are in the area, stop by and chat with Hope. We are located conveniently on Stout Street, just off of I94 in Menomonie. Email Hope

Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat Service Center in Menomonie Carly Sigears, service manager, began her career in the automotive industry in 2013. Within her time in this industry, she has worked in many positions including accounting, cashiering and service. She found her home with Markquart in 2017 at the Toyota Dealership in Chippewa Falls. She sought out her initial position with Markquart because she had heard great things about the culture and opportunities. She also said that she really appreciates that management has always taken care of their customers and employees. Her favorite part of her job is that no two days are the same and she is always able to keep busy. She also has a great time interacting with customers and her fellow coworkers. In her free time, Carly coaches dance and has even had a national award-winning dance team. She also spends a lot of time with her family and at home with her 2 cats. If Carly had to choose a dream car she would find herself riding around in the Dodge Challenger Hellcat that is currently in our showroom. Be sure to stop in and chat with Carly at Markquart Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat the next time you are in the Menomonie area. Email Carly

RAM 1500 Classic Warlock: A special edition pickup without breaking your budget Recently RAM announced that they will be offering a new package available on the 2019 RAM 1500 Classic. The 2019 Ram 1500 Classic Warlock channels the spirit of the Dodge Warlock which was produced from 1976 to 1979. This pickup features daring good looks that don’t just stop on the outside. It also features an all-black interior with 40/20/40 split-folding black cloth bench seats. All of this gets even better with a starting price of only $37,040. More features: Sport Hood Decal LED Taillamps Black powder-coated bumpers Black RAM badging Available dual chrome exhaust 20-inch black aluminum wheels Black fender flares 1-inch lift in 4x4 models Bold RAM grille Black tow hooks We are full of anticipation waiting for this pickup to hit our lot fall of 2019. View our current RAM inventory and keep an eye on our Facebook page to be the first to find out when the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic Warlock arrives! LIKE us on Facebook

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Expert in Menomonie Kyle Thompson, Product Specialist, has been in the automotive industry for over 8 years. Although he has formerly taken time away to work in other industries, his passion for car sales has helped him find his home at Markquart in Menomonie. Kyle has always identified as a car guy which surely has aided in his devotion to all things cars. His favorite part of his job is the challenges that he is consistently presented with. He enjoys the opportunity he has to help people find the perfect vehicle to serve their day-to-day needs. In addition to the challenges and ability to help, Kyle also likes the problem-solving aspects of finding his customers exactly what they want. When Kyle is not at work he devotes his time with his 4 children. Together, they enjoy traveling and spending quality time together. He tells us that he has traveled all over the US and is planning an exciting adventure to Europe in 2019. Kyle’s dream car is a white Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk – the performance edition of the fan-favorite SUV! Stop by and chat with Kyle today. We are located conveniently off of I94 on Stout Street in Menomonie. Email Kyle

Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep Ram Product Specialist in Menomonie Bradley Quinn was born and raised in Eau Claire. He went to school for welding and worked in manufacturing for a few years, but found himself getting burnt out and missing a customer service atmosphere. He got a part-time job at Best Buy which helped introduce him to sales and while working there he saw a job posting for Markquart of Menomonie – and the rest is history. Bradley had always seen himself finding a home in the automotive industry as he identifies as a car guy. He is also a very passionate people person and truly loves working with customers. He says that his favorite part of his job at Markquart is that it doesn’t feel like work. From his co-workers to management, to his clients – Brad loves to learn about people from all walks of life. In his free time, he enjoys disc golfing, going on drives and the occasional action or comedy movie. His dream car is a 1960 Aston Martin DB4 GT! The next time you are in the area stop in and chat with Bradley! Email Bradley