Van Buick GMC Blog

Desert Botanical Garden will be hosting Ballet Arizona’s latest production, “Round,” from May 17-June 4, 2016. Running Tuesdays - Saturdays, this stunning ballet performance will bring to light the beauty of dance and nature right in the garden’s outdoor Events Plaza.

Those lucky enough to attend this year’s New York Auto Show had the chance to see the fresh-faced Buick Encore up-close and in person. Revised for 2017, the incoming model features the brand’s all-new design language, along with updated exterior components, upgraded interior elements and three new paint color options.

GMC is currently gearing up to launch the all-new 2017 Acadia model in Phoenix, but that doesn’t mean the previous model will be immediately put out to pasture. The brand recently announced they will continue to sell the older Acadia for a limited time, benefiting fans of the outgoing model.

Arizona’s Ultimate Women’s Expo is returning April 23-24, 2016, at the Phoenix Convention Center. Featuring everything from empowering seminars, a fashion show and beauty pavilion to a tasting lounge, crafts lounge and hair demonstrations, this two-day event celebrates everything women love and has become a signature event for local ladies throughout the Phoenix area.

GMC is currently prepping the launch of an all-new special edition Terrain model. Officially called the Terrain Nightfall Edition, the incoming SUV features a blacked-out exterior design and wheels, along with several premium technologies, including IntelliLink, the brand’s signature infotainment system.

Buick’s brand-new Avista Concept car was a huge hit at this year’s Detroit Auto Show, and while initial reports claimed the car would not go into production, this may no longer be the case. According to MotorTrend, the Avista could end up arriving on the market after all as a four-door coupe, ditching its two-door design that originally debuted earlier this year.

Hotel Valley Ho will be hosting their annual Easter brunch, dinner and egg hunt on Sunday, March 27, 2016. Fun for the entire family, all the festivities and dining will take place at the hotel’s signature restaurant, ZuZu, so make your reservations today and celebrate Easter right in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale.

During this year’s Super Bowl 50, Buick did something they’ve never done in the past: they premiered their very own Super Bowl commercial! The automaker nabbed two talented celebrities to star in their 30-second spot, highlighting the all-new Cascada luxury convertible, which is on sale now at Van Buick GMC.

The strong, reliable 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 was crowned the 2016 Texas Showdown Towing Champion after performing extraordinarily well in a recent capability evaluation held by Cars.com, PickupTrucks.com and MrTruck.com. Its ability to haul, tow and tackle just about any obstacle in its path made it a top pick in the Light-Duty Truck category.

Van Buick GMC would like to encourage residents of Scottsdale to take part in this year’s Humana Vitality 5K and Walk With Me fun walk, benefiting Southwest Human Development’s Easter Seals services for children with disabilities. Slated to kick off on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at Scottsdale Civic Center Park, this family fun event is a great way to give back to the community and help children in need across the Valley.