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Whether it's because people want to make the process of buying a car, truck, or SUV quick and easy-or because people are trying to limit in-person interactions as COVID-19 cases increase all over the state, including in Polk County-we're finding that more and more customers are calling in and requesting a virtual test drive. However, the question we get over and over again is: how does a virtual test drive work? The short answer is that it's really easy! But since we know you want to know the details, we thought we'd break the process down for you, step-by-step. Here are the steps: 1. First, you'll call (844) 885-6132 or fill out a form on this website to let us know which vehicle you're interested in. You'll be speaking with someone in internet sales, and they'll be asking you for a few key points of information, including your first and last name, phone number, email address, as well as information on the vehicle you're interested in. At this point, you can go ahead and let them know if you'd like to visit us in person, or if you'd like to request a virtual test drive and free local home delivery. 2. If you decide you'd like to buy your new vehicle remotely, we'll start by taking the vehicle you're interested in on a quick, filmed test drive. This not only allows you to get a closer look at the vehicle you're interested in, but you'll also get the chance to see how it drives. This is also a great time to send over any questions you have about the vehicle, so that we can answer any questions for you while filming. 3. While a truck specialist is filming your walkaround video, the internet salesperson will text you over a link to our secure, online credit application. They'll also request a copy of your driver's license for identity verification purposes. Once you've filled out the application and we've received a copy of your driver's license, we'll be able to start processing your application as soon as you've reviewed your virtual test drive! 3. Once you've reviewed the virtual test drive and decided you want to move forward, we'll start processing your credit application! While we work on that, you can help us value your trade by providing some information to your internet specialist, including the VIN number for your trade, as well as the mileage. Clear internal and external pictures will also help us give you the most accurate remote appraisal up front, and you can text them to us! Keep in mind that good pictures are important because the trade appraisal is dependent on the vehicle being accurately presented to us. If we show up and there's a big dent that you didn't tell us about ... well, that's going to change things a little bit. 4. Once you've decided you want the new car, truck, or SUV to be yours, you have two options to finalize everything. One, you can still come into the dealership, take the vehicle for a final test drive, sign your paperwork, and take your vehicle home. OR, if you want a more contact-free option, we do offer free local home delivery. We will sanitize the vehicle and bring it to you, along with all the necessary paperwork. The tag and title work will already be done, and we'll just need a few minutes to verify your trade while you sign the paperwork, and then you'll be on your way with your new vehicle! Purchases do come with our standard seven-day-buyback guarantee, and out-of-state delivery is an option as well! As more and more people seek to make the car-buying experience easier, Kelley Automotive Group is committed to offering an array of buying options to help make the process easier for all the citizens of Polk County. Whether you're looking for a truck in Lakeland, a new Buick Encore or GMC Sierra in Bartow, a hard-to-find and one-of-a-kind Jeep in Winter Haven, or some help rebuilding your credit at our Auburndale location, the Kelley Automotive Group is committed to being here for you!

For Immediate Release: July 3, 2020 Polk County, Fla. - The Kelley Automotive Group will be closed on July 4, 2020 in order to celebrate our great nation, which the exception of their location in Auburndale. Their locations in Bartow, Winter Haven, and Lakeland will all close at 7 p.m. on Friday and will re-open at 9 a.m. on July 6, 2020. The automotive group has recently been working to show support for the local community during the current crisis, especially healthcare workers and first responders. They've purchased lunch for healthcare workers at Bartow Regional Medical Center, waived their dealer fee for healthcare workers and first responders for the month of May, and joining Moody Law in creating gift bags as a free pick-me-up to those on the front line. Sonny's BBQ, Peterson Cleaners, Bartow Animal Clinic, Citizens Bank & Trust, and many other great local businesses also contributed. Kelley Automotive Group is locally and family-owned and operated. Kelley Buick GMC was named Florida's only GMC Dealer of the Year by General Motors earlier this year, and multiple dealerships in the group won 2020 Top-Rated Dealer Awards from CarGurus. Kelley Buick GMC was also recently award a Buick Mark of Excellence award by General Motors. The Kelley family has been serving Polk County's automotive needs for 50 years this year, and is proud to support the local community through sponsoring the Twenty Buck Truck to give back to youth involved in agriculture, sponsoring the Cheep Jeep at Jeepin' with Judd, sponsoring Bustin' Clays with Grady Judd, and various other initiatives. They were able to give $100,000 to the Polk County Youth Fair in 2020 due to the support of the local community. They are proud to not only be able to say they live and work in Polk County, but to also actively strive to give back to the community!

Right now, your trade is worth much more than it was a few months ago-especially if it's a truck! As inventory gets harder to come by, prices at the auctions are skyrocketing, but most of that additional profit is going back to the auction houses and dealers ... not the consumer! We'd rather buy directly from our community, cutting out the middle man and putting that extra money in your pocket. You can stop by any of our Kelley Automotive Group dealerships-the truck store in Lakeland, Kelley Buick GMC in Bartow, Kelley's Used Cars in Auburndale, Kelley of Winter Haven, and Big Bend in Chiefland, FL-and we'll have a manager evaluate the current value of your vehicle. Just last week we said we'd pay you up to $500 more for your trade than we normally would ... but values have gone up more since then. We're now willing to pay up to 150% of the value of your trade to keep that money in our local community! What's more is that we have both an in-house customs shop and a truck store that specializes in lifted trucks, so we know what a custom truck is worth. Even the best online appraisal will only give you an estimate of what it's worth ... in stock condition. Bringing your truck to us instead could put hundreds more dollars in your pocket! The Kelley Automotive Group is family/locally-owned and operated in Polk County, FL, and we know that your trade is worth more now than it has been all year-and probably will be again-and we want to give you that top dollar for your trade! Fill out the form below to request that someone reach out to schedule your free, no obligation appraisal today! You can also call (844) 885-6132 to speak to someone who can schedule you for that free appraisal-no pushy sales pitch involved! Just tell them you want to schedule your free appraisal! Value Trade In

When the staff at Kelley Lakeland showed up to work last Friday morning, June 19th, they were in for a rude awakening when they found out that one of our trucks had been stolen overnight. It appears that the culprit hot wired our 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie SLT. The truck is a Cummins with a manual transmission ... meaning they're not easy to come by. It appears that the alleged thief circled the building and parked across the street from our back entrance, which is not open to customers. As best we can tell, the culprit was driving a white, older model (around 2000) Chevrolet Silverado 2500 extra cab pickup with black fender flares and black side molding on it. Kelley Lakeland is offering a $5,000.00 reward to the person who finds the truck.

For Immediate Release: June 17, 2020 Polk County, Fla. - The Kelley Automotive Group is showing support for their local community by offering $500 off to Polk County residents on new Buicks for the rest of June. They are also offering additional incentives, including up to $10,000 off a Buick Enclave or Envision. Some customers may qualify for 0% for 72 months on the entire Buick line!* This offer will be valid at Kelley Buick GMC in Bartow, FL, which sells new Buicks and GMCs. The automotive group chose to offer this discount on Buicks as families are starting to get out and about because the Buick line not only includes best-in-class safety features to keep everyone safe, but the line also features the luxury and high-end technology to keep the whole family happy. Kelley Automotive Group is locally and family-owned and operated. Kelley Buick GMC was named Florida's only GMC Dealer of the Year by General Motors earlier this year, and multiple dealerships in the group won 2020 Top-Rated Dealer Awards from CarGurus. Kelley Buick GMC was also recently award a Buick Mark of Excellence award by General Motors. The Kelley family has been serving Polk County's automotive needs for 50 years this year, and is proud to support the local community through sponsoring the Twenty Buck Truck to give back to youth involved in agriculture, sponsoring the Cheep Jeep at Jeepin' with Judd, sponsoring Bustin' Clays with Grady Judd, and various other initiatives. They were able to give $100,000 to the Polk County Youth Fair in 2020 due to the support of the local community. They are proud to not only be able to say they live and work in Polk County, but to also actively strive to give back to the community! Customers can call (844) 885-6132 to take advantage of this offer and set a time-saving appointment for a test drive! *W.A.C. Terms and conditions apply. Please see dealer for details.

This Memorial Day, we're committed to bringing you the best selection, the best prices, and the most fun! Not only have we ordered an amazing selection of lifted, stock, and diesel trucks for our Memorial Day event-including some with prices you haven't seen in 10 years*-but we're also breaking out the bounce houses and cooking up free food! While we're normally closed in order to honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifices while serving in the U.S. military, our sales team has chosen to be open this year to show support for many essential workers who have had a difficult time meeting their truck needs. Many essential workers have experienced increased hours and work loads due to COVID-19, and our truck specialists wanted to show their support! Kelley Lakeland is part of the Kelley Automotive Group, which also has Polk County locations in Auburndale, Winter Haven, and Bartow, where they offer both new and used inventory. All stores will be open with modified hours on Memorial Day, but this family-friendly event is exclusive to Lakeland. The whole automotive group has been working to show support for essential workers in other ways, including waiving their dealer fee for healthcare workers and first responders for the month of May and buying lunch for healthcare workers at local hospitals. Kelley Lakeland has been committed to continuing to find the best inventory at the best prices for their customers despite the ongoing pandemic. That means they were able to buy vehicles at great prices when other dealers stopped buying, so they now have inventory that's priced below market value! They've also been offering wholesale vehicles ("blue tag") for direct sale for the public instead of sending them to the auctions. While these vehicles are sold as-is, many are still in great condition, and there has been a high demand for them from customers! New inventory will be added throughout the weekend, so please feel free to stop by and check out the latest inventory. You can also call (844) 885-6132 to schedule an appointment!

For Immediate Release: May 18, 2020 Polk County, Fla. - The Kelley Automotive Group will be open limited hours on Memorial Day. They are normally closed in order to honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifices while serving in the U.S. military, but chose to be open this year to show support for many essential workers who have had a difficult time meeting their vehicle needs. Many essential workers have experienced increased hours and work loads due to COVID-19, and the dealerships wants to show their support. Kelley Buick GMC in Bartow, Kelley Lakeland, Kelley's Used Cars in Auburndale, and Kelley of Winter Haven will all open at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 25, 2020, and will remain open as long as customer need persists. The automotive group has been working to show support for essential workers in other ways, including buying lunch for healthcare workers at Bartow Regional Medical Center, and waiving their dealer fee for healthcare workers and first responders for the month of May. Kelley Automotive Group is locally and family-owned and operated. Kelley Buick GMC was named Florida's only GMC Dealer of the Year by General Motors earlier this year, and multiple dealerships in the group won 2020 Top-Rated Dealer Awards from CarGurus. Kelley Buick GMC was also recently award a Buick Mark of Excellence award by General Motors. The Kelley family has been serving Polk County's automotive needs for 50 years this year, and is proud to support the local community through sponsoring the Twenty Buck Truck to give back to youth involved in agriculture, sponsoring the Cheep Jeep at Jeepin' with Judd, sponsoring Bustin' Clays with Grady Judd, and various other initiatives. They were able to give $100,000 to the Polk County Youth Fair in 2020 due to the support of the local community. They are proud to not only be able to say they live and work in Polk County, but to also actively strive to give back to the community!

For Immediate Release: May 5, 2020 Polk County, Fla. - Kelley Buick GMC is pleased to announce that GMC is the winner of a 2020 KBB Brand Image Award. As Florida's only GMC Dealer of the Year award winner (as determined by General Motors), the award carries special meaning for the company. Kelley Buick GMC in Bartow, FL is Polk County's #1 GMC dealer, and the dealership sells a high volume of not only new and used GMC Sierras, but also Yukons, Terrains, and other GMC products. To Kelley Buick GMC, it says a lot that GMC was named the "Most Refined Non-Luxury Brand," because it illustrates that consumers can expect a high-quality, feature-loaded vehicle without the high price point that comes with luxury brands. The brand award follows Kelley Buick GMC's wins earlier this year of a GMC Dealer of the Year award, a Buick Mark of Excellence award, and a 2020 CarGurus Top Rated Dealer Award. The Kelley began their fiftieth year of serving Polk County's automotive needs in 2020, and these awards come on the heels of their biggest season of charitable giving yet. These community outreach efforts range from donating the Cheep Jeep each year for Jeepin' with Judd to giving the Polk County Youth Fair a check for $100,000 just last month. Kelley Buick GMC is part of the Kelley Automotive Group, which includes four locations in Polk County and one location in Chiefland, FL. In addition to Kelley Buick GMC in Bartow, the group includes Kelley Lakeland Truck Store near downtown Lakeland, Kelley's Used Cars in Auburndale, Kelley of Winter Haven at the intersection of Cypress Gardens Blvd. and Highway 17 in Winter Haven, and Big Bend Chevrolet Buick in Chiefland. To learn more about the Kelley Automotive Group, please visit www.kelleyautomotivegroup.com.

Are you ready for your truck or SUV driving experience to never be the same? Once you've gone Denali, it's hard to ever consider going back. At Kelley Automotive Group, we see every day the smiles and excitement radiating from customers after they take a Denali out for a spin. There's a reason for that-GMC's Denali trim can't be beat. At Kelley Automotive, we can't wait to hand you the keys so you can see for yourself. In the meantime, read on for an overview that'll get you excited for the Denali experience. What is the Denali Line? The Denali Line is GMC's premium trim level that offers the best in luxury, looks, technology, and capability. Vehicles included in the Denali line are the GMC Terrain, Acadia, and Yukon for SUVS, and the Canyon, Sierra, and Next Generation Sierra for trucks. When you choose Denali, you're guaranteed the best GMC has to offer. And - we're not going to sugarcoat it - you'll also be getting some of the most stunningly gorgeous vehicles on the highway. Shop Denali SUVs Shop Denali Trucks Comparing the Denali and the SLT Here, the Terrain SLT trim is on the left and the Denali is on the right. The SLT is the trim level option priced between the standard SLE and the Denali. While the SLT is loaded with impressive features and capabilities, there are significant differences when it comes to luxury and power. For example, when considering the Sierra, the Denali is equipped with multiple engine options including the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8, the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8, or the 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel Engine. The SLT, however, only has the option of the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8. A variety of engine options with the Denali allows for more power and capability if that's something you desire. When it comes to looks and features, it's simply tough to touch what the Denali delivers. For the Denali, 20-inch aluminum wheels are standard, compared to the SLT's 18-inch. The Denali also boasts an unbeatable multicolor 15" head-up display and rear camera mirror, an array of chrome accents including an eye-catching grille, and a refined interior that will have every passenger starry-eyed. History of the Denali Line In 1999, the GMC Yukon was the first model to carry the Denali nameplate, raising the bar against competitors like the Ford Expedition. Ever since, the Denali Line has continued to grow and impress - often thought of as a symbol of high status. Interestingly, the word "Denali" derives from the Koyukon Athbascan language, translating to "The Great One." So it's only fitting that GMC uses "Denali" to describe their highest luxury trim. Test Drive a Denali Truck or SUV at Kelley Automotive Group Today Are you in or nearby Auburndale, Bartow, Chiefland, Lakeland, or Winter Haven? Kelley Automotive Group has several locations in Florida and we can't wait to show you around. Come test drive a Denali and discover the luxury you've been missing. Shop our inventory of GMC Denali trucks and SUVs online here! Shop All Denali Contact Us

You've seen GMC SUVs on the highway, and maybe you've even done a double-take when you saw them. They're gorgeous, for sure. What else do they offer? Kelley Automotive is here to break down the full GMC SUV lineup. From Lakeland to Brandon and beyond, Kelley Automotive Group offers an extensive selection of GMC SUVs our dealerships and will work with you to help you find exactly what you're looking for. Not sure which GMC SUV is best for you? That's where we come in to help guide your priorities and personality toward the SUV that's perfect for you. Read on to get a better idea of what we have in store for you. Feast Your Eyes on our Wide Selection of GMC SUVs We have your full-size. We have your mid-size. Looking for something a little more compact? We have that, too. With all the options, you're on your way to parking the SUV you've always wanted in your driveway. Our 2020 GMC SUV models include the Yukon, Acadia, and Terrain, with trim level options including the SLT and head-turning Denali. What's All This Talk About the GMC Denali Trim? The Yukon Denali is on the left and the Yukon AT4 is on the right. Let's make it simple. If you're looking for top performance and ultimate luxury out of your SUV, you're looking for one with Denali in its name. If you go with this trim option, you're guaranteed the best of the best. This includes the most modernized technology, safety and security features you won't believe, an eye-catching grille, and overall, most fashionable design. We're talking chrome accents everywhere you look, gorgeous leather seating, and all the bells and whistles to make your ride as comfortable as possible. You'll be the envy of the highway. The best part is that you can get this first-class trim option on any of our three SUV models. Breaking Down the Differences in the GMC SUV Lineup Wanting to go big? Our 2020 GMC Yukon SLE and SLT options safely seat up to nine people. The Yukon Denali seats up to eight. If you're looking for something more mid-size, that would be our Acadia. It can seat up to seven. The most compact SUV is the Terrain, which will deliver you an impressive 26/30 city/highway MPG and seats up to five. The Terrain has an MSRP starting at $25,000, while the Acadia begins around $29,000, and the Yukon at approximately $50,000. Depending on your selection and the features you're craving, these costs go up, capping off at the Denali trim levels. Shop the Yukon, Acadia, and Terrain SUVs online here! Shop Yukon SUVs Shop Acadia SUVs Shop Terrain SUVs We'd Love to See You for a Test Drive We have dealerships in Auburndale, Bartow, Chiefland, Lakeland, and Winter Haven. Please select the dealership of your choice and stop by for a visit. We can't wait to show you all your options and get you set up the SUV of your dreams. Shop our inventory online and contact us with any questions! Shop All GMC SUVs Contact Us

Until the end of the month, the Kelley Automotive Group is still pulling out ALL the stops to help Polk County residents get into the vehicles they've been looking for. These practically unheard of offers include up to $15,000 off brand new GMC Sierras, up to $14,000 off a Yukon or Yukon XL, or up to $10,000 of a new Enclave! Some customers will even qualify for interest rates as low as 0% for up to 84 months and no payments for 120 days! Kelley Buick GMC in Bartow, FL is also offering over $9,000 off the new GMC Terrain. Central Florida residents looking to get into a new Buick can take advantage of up to $10,000 off a new Enclave, $8,000 off a new Envision, or $7,500 off a new Encore. Not wanting to leave customers who prefer leasing out, the Buick Encore can be leased for as low as $189 a month for 39 months, with $3,000 due at signing. Customers have an allowance of 10,000 miles a year, and taxes, tag, title and dealer fee are all ... included! Customers looking to get into a used truck at our Kelley Lakeland location can look forward to amazing options like the option to defer payments for up to 6 months or interest rates as low as 1.9% on used vehicles. As usual, all offers are with approved credit (and you need to make sure to contact the dealer for all the details), but we know many of our customers work for essential businesses and need to get into a truck (we are Central Florida's truck experts!), or many of you are just wanting to take advantage of some amazing opportunities that could save you a lot of money over the long term. Either way, the Kelley Automotive Group has locations to serve you in Bartow, Lakeland, Winter Haven, Chiefland, and Auburndale, and we are here to serve you! As Florida businesses start to re-open, we know we won't be able to offer these deals for long. Let us get you into the vehicle you've been looking for, and call (844) 885-6132 to set a time-saving appointment for a test drive today!

While social distancing and isolation have been hard on all of us Floridians during the COVID-19 outbreak, I think it's safe to say that it's been incredibly hard on families with young children at home. Many Central Florida parents are now tasked with trying to teach while working remotely, a lack of access to childcare if you do work for an essential business, and children are bored because they haven't been able to go to school, see their friends, or do most of the things they normally do. At the Kelley Automotive Group, it is important for us to be here for our local Polk County community, and a lot of our efforts go back to supporting children and families in our community. While many of those endeavors including donating $100,000 to the Polk County Youth Fair, sponsoring local youth sports teams, or supporting existing community events like Full Moon Howl that help support children and families, right now we're hoping to be able to shed some light on some free resources available to families during these trying times. Here are ten resources available to families and students to help: Reading Rainbow is back! Ok, not really, but LeVar Burton will be hosting a livestream story hour three times a week on Twitter. Story time for children will be at 12 p.m. ET on Mondays, and the Young Adult story time will be at 6 p.m. ET on Wednesdays. He's even hosting one for adults at 9 p.m. on Fridays! Nike is helping your student athlete keep a routine. All Nike members (and signing up for the Nike Training app is free, so anyone can be a member) will have free access to Nike Training Club Premium until further notice. Not only does the app have free workouts that are perfect for athletes who want to stay on top of their game for next season, but there are workouts for a variety of skill levels to help get the family moving while we don't have access to all our favorite activities. Just search "Nike Training Club" in the app store. Learn a new language ... for free. If you or your child has ever wanted to learn another language, now is a great time to get started. Rosetta Stone is offering their tool free for students for the next 90 days. Is your child missing Disney? They have an opportunity to learn how the magic happens (for free) with Khan Academy's online Imagineering in a Box class. This class could help jumpstart their imagination and help them create their own stories, which will certainly keep them plenty occupied while their stuck at home! America's Test Kitchen is offering free options to help you cook. While it's important to support local restaurants during the pandemic, eating out every day isn't feasible for most of us. America's Test Kitchen is stepping in to help with 50 of their all-time favorite recipes for free (they normally charge a monthly subscription fee). Free HBO. I know it may not be ideal to think of your (probably older) child spending more time in front of a screen during the pandemic, but sometimes you have to pick your battles (and do you really want to hear more live updates about Animal Crossing?!). In order to help keep us all entertained, HBO made 500 hours of programming available, no subscription required. Content ranges from series like "The Wire" to movies like "Detective Pikachu." AT&T is funding free access to Caribu. Caribu is a video-calling app that integrates children's books, coloring activities, and games, and it will now be free until May 24, 2020. It bills itself as both a learning and social tool, and it could be vital in helping families maintain connections while they can't actually be together. With popular titles like Thomas & Friends and Barbie, Caribu may be a great way to help young kids and grandparents stay connected! Samsung is offering a 30-day free trial of Samsung Kids+. Anyone with a Samsung phone or tablet can sign up for a 30-day trial of kid-friendly, parent-controlled fun and educational service, which hosts popular titles like "My Little Pony" and "The Cat in the Hat." Spectrum is offering free internet and WiFi. For 60 days, Spectrum is offering free access for new accounts for students and teachers. Households with Pre-K to 12th grade or college students-and households with teachers-who don't already have an account will be able to sign up for free to help students stay connected. They're also waiving installation fees for these new accounts. Sesame Street is offering free eBooks for little ones. In addition to offering resources on home learning for young children, they're offering access to hundreds of Sesame Street eBooks for free. The website is also offering ideas and videos for activities that can be done at home to help keep your little one engaged! Whether you're near our stores in Lakeland, Bartow, Winter Haven, Auburndale, or Chiefland, or just stumbled upon this by accident, we hope this helps add a little joy to your family life in these unprecedented times. If you and you children are in need of food assistance during this time, please keep in mind that Polk County Public Schools has resumed providing children with school breakfasts and lunches as of March 30th. You can see the pick up hours and locations at polkschoolsfl.com. Big Brother Big Sisters of Tampa Bay has additional resources listed on their website.