Easy Trunk or Treat Ideas

A Trunk-or-Treat event is a new take on Halloween trick-or-treating. At a trunk-or-treat event, which usually takes place in a parking lot,  you walk car to car to trick-or-treat instead of visiting house to house. The event is great for little children, because there is less walking and its a safer environment. Participants hand out the candy from the trunk of their vehicles. Some people go all out for this event by decorating their vehicle to match a different theme, movie or event. We complied some easy and fairly inexpensive ways to dress up your vehicle for a Trunk-or-Treat event.

1. Big Mouth

Cut teeth out of construction paper and a large tongue out of a plastic table cloth to make the mouth. Then fill the mouth up with candy! 

2. I Spy

Your vehicle can become an interactive game by requiring the children to at least find one "I Spy" item before they get a piece of candy.

3. Andy's Room from Toy Story

If you have a child that's a Toy Story fan, this idea is easy to put together. Create a small bed and fill it with all the characters from Toy Story to create "Andy's Room".

4. Spiders

Create an easy spider's web by visiting a Halloween store for fake spider's webs and large spiders. The children will be nervous to reach in for candy!

5. Drive-In

Paint a large piece of cardboard to look like your favorite drive-thru restaurant. 

6. Sports' Tailgate

Gather all of your tailgating items and sports memorabilia to easily create a sports themed vehicle. 

7. Beehive

With the help of a yellow tarp or plastic tablecloth, you can transform your vehicle into a beehive. Participants can dress up at the bumble bees to add to the theme. 

8. Zoo

With the help of your child's stuffed animal collection, you can create an adorable zoo! 

9. Camp Site

Gather up your camping equipment and turn your vehicle into a camp site!

10. Cookie Monster

Use a blue tablecloth and cardboard cookies to transform your vehicle into the Cookie Monster. Give out small packages of cookies instead of candy. 

Sources:

http://www.ldsliving.com/50-Trunk-or-Treat-Decorating-Ideas-You-Wish-You-Had-Time-For/s/77013?page=1#story-content

Drive-In Movie Night in Downtown Sioux City

Knoepfler Chevrolet hosted their 2nd Annual Drive-In Movie on Saturday, October 8. It turned out to be a perfect autumn day with highs in the low 70's and a fall chill in the air in the evening.

The screen started being set up around 12:30 PM. Knoepfler Chevrolet wants to thank Kevin O'Dell Electric for the use of their boom truck for this event, which allowed the screen to be put higher into the air.

 

Guests started claiming front row spots around 6:00 PM and the rest of the crowd rolled in soon after driving classic cars, Suburbans full of children and pick-ups with truck beds lined with pillows and blankets. When guests strolled to the front of the lot near the screen, they could purchase popcorn, candy and glass bottles of pop from Boy Scouts Troop #221.

The movie, Talladega Nights, begun around 7:30 PM. The movie could be heard by tuning in to 94.1 or by the loud speakers that were placed in front of the screen for outdoor viewers.

Cans of food were collected as admission to the movie with all donations going to the Food Bank of Siouxland. This unique event is something new to Sioux City, and Knoepfler Chevrolet looks forward to providing this community event for years to come.

Free Drive-In Movie Event

     Knoepfler Chevrolet will host a free drive-in movie at their location, 100 Jackson Street, on Saturday, October 8.  Parking and seating begins at 7:30 PM and the movie will start at dusk.

     The show is free, but guests are asked to provide one canned food item per person in support of the Food Bank of Siouxland. Knoepfler Chevrolet will be showing the movie Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. The 2006 comedy stars Will Ferrell as #1 NASCAR driver Ricky Bobby.

     Viewers can choose to watch from their vehicles or sit outdoors. If choosing to watch outdoors, guests will need to provide their own chairs. Guests can tune in their vehicle’s radio to hear the movie from their vehicle. Concessions will be available with proceeds benefiting the Boy Scouts.

     “This event is a way to say thank you to our great community for keeping us in business since 1922,” says Heidi Connelly, Marketing Director for Knoepfler Chevrolet. “The Drive-In Movie was a huge success last year, and we anticipate an even better turnout this year. We hope that this event will reach people of all ages from the older generation reliving the days of the drive-in to the younger generation experiencing it for the first time.”

    Please enter the Knoepfler Chevrolet lot - 100 Jackson Street in downtown Sioux City - on Virginia Street. Volunteers will direct guests where to park. 

     For more information, visit www.kchev.com/Events or contact 712-279-7145.

New Owners' Clinic - "What You 'Auto' Know"

A New Owners' Clinic was held on September 29 at Knoepfler Chevrolet. Customers who purchased a new Chevrolet within the last 6 months were invited to the event to learn the "ins and outs" of their new vehicle and their dealership.

When the guests arrived, they got their vehicles washed, signed up for door prizes, grabbed a free gift and enjoyed appetizers.

Heidi Connelly, Marketing Director for Knoepfler Chevrolet, welcomed the group and shared the history of the family-owned dealership. Rod Hamm, the Service Manager, discussed what to expect during a service visit, essential maintenance procedures and service warranties. Lastly, the Collision Center Manager, Doug Walker, spoke about the services the body shop offers, such as rock chip repairs, clear film paint protection and spray-in bed liners. Walker noted that the Collision Center works seamlessly with the insurance companies to make the process easy for the customer.

The entire group went on a tour of the dealership to see the Parts Department, the Service Department shop and the Collision Center shop. During this time, more details were noted about the dealership and guests were able to ask additional questions.

After the tour, Heidi Connelly briefly discussed the Sales Department and the advanced technology in the new Chevrolets. Door prizes were given out to three lucky winners. Guests with specific questions were paired up with sales associates who met them at their vehicles to answer questions such as, how to pair Bluetooth, how to use the MyChevrolet app and clarifications of any components of the vehicle.

Knoepfler Chevrolet plans to do this event at least two times a year. Connelly said, "This event is a great opportunity to review information and answer questions all at once. However, we want our customers to know that our relationship with them does not stop once they drive off with their new vehicle. We see it as just the beginning. So if questions come up about your vehicle, feel free to come see us anytime. We are here to serve our customers."

Employees Attend Boot Camp

Two of Knoepfler Chevrolet's employees, Renette Oehlerking and Jessica Peterson, attended a

Service BDC Boot Camp in Charlotte, NC. The BDC Boot Camp is a 5-day workshop that provides in-depth training on call theory and techniques coupled with live phone time.

Within the last year, Knoepfler Chevrolet has started a Business Development Center as a way to better reach and stay in communication with customers. Among other things, the BDC follows up with customers about their experience, reaches out to customers about potential offers and schedules service appointments.

While at training, the employees learned the expectations of a Business Development Representative, the 18 most common services scheduled, how to leave effective messages, how to prioritize calls, the basic structure of outbound and inbound calls and much more!

The dealership was happy to provide this learning opportunity to Renette and Jessica. The training they received will benefit their customers' experience and the communication they receive from Knoepfler Chevrolet.

Commercial Customer Appreciation Lunch

Knoepfler Chevrolet puts on a Commercial Customer Appreciation Lunch each year to say thanks to all of the Siouxland businesses who purchase and service their vehicles at Knoepfler Chevrolet. These companies contribute greatly to the success of the dealership.

The event took place on September 23, 16 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Knoepfler Chevrolet catered in Famous Dave's BBQ. Guests enjoyed a free lunch, signed up to win door prizes and checked out some of the new products. Thanks to all who came out to this fun event! 

The 2017 Chevy Bolt Offers an EPA-estimated 238 Miles

Electric cars have rapidly grown popular over the last few years. In 2015, 1 in every 150 cars sold in the U.S. had a plug and a battery, but this number continues to increase as manufacturers come out with most efficient electric cars and as consumers desire products with the latest technology. 

Both General Motors and Tesla announced they would be releasing new models that would have 200 miles or more of range, but General Motors beat Tesla to the market. Chevrolet announced the release of the first electric car rated to provide 238 miles on a single charge - the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt. With this new Chevrolet boasting well over the 200 mile-mark, electric car buyers' can feel confident that they will get to their daily destinations without having to stop to charge.

The other key characteristic to highlight on this new Chevrolet is the price. The 2017 Chevy Bolt has an MSRP starting at $37,495. With an available federal tax credit of up to $7,500*, this puts the Bolt in the $30,000 price range. 

Chevrolet promised customers the first affordable electric vehicle with 200 miles or more of range, and they delivered with the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt. This new vehicle is due to arrive in dealerships before the end of 2016.

*Final Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price not yet announced and does not include, tax, title, license or optional equipment. Actual savings from the federal government depend on individual tax situations.​ Tax credit depends on individual tax situations. 

Sources:
http://www.chevrolet.com/bolt-ev-electric-vehicle.html
http://www.wsj.com/articles/why-electric-cars-will-be-here-sooner-than-you-think-1472402674
https://www.wired.com/2016/09/chevrolet-bolt-range-epa-rating/