Lafayette’s biggest party is just around the corner! Join the Greater Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Association & Service Chevrolet Cadillac in the celebration of the year, Le Festival de Mardi Gras! As a sponsor for the Greater Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Association for the past 20 years, Service Chevrolet Cadillac is proud to continue participating in Lafayette’s annual Mardi Gras event. We know there’s no truck as reliable as a Chevy, and we proudly provide Chevrolet vehicles to pull every single float in all the GSWLMGA parades.
From February 18th-28th, 8 vibrant and exciting parades make their way through the city of Lafayette. Here is the list of parades that Service Chevrolet Cadillac participate in:
- February 18th -Krewe of Carnivalle en Rio Parade, Lafayette, 6:30 pm
- February 24th – “Kick Off” Parade, Lafayette, 6:30 pm
- February 25th – “Children’s” Parade, Lafayette, 12:30 pm
- February 25th – Krewe of Bonaparte Parade, Lafayette, 6:30 pm
- February 27th – Queen Evangeline’s Parade, Lafayette, 6:00 pm
- February 28th – King Gabriel’s Parade, Lafayette, 10:00 am
- February 28th – Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival Parade, Lafayette, 1:00 pm
- February 28th – KADN Fox 15 Independent Parade, Lafayette, 2:30 pm
Not only do our vehicles pull every float for the parades, but Service Chevrolet Cadillac also helps collects beads in support of LARC, a non-profit organization that helps serve the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. We collect beads throughout each parade and continue to collect them for weeks afterward. So bring some friends, don your masks & costumes and be sure to head out to Le Festival de Mardi Gras for an unforgettable experience!
Whether you’re in the market for a new Chevy truck or you’re looking to make your current truck more unique, you should definitely take a look at the GM Special Edition Louisiana trucks! From custom graphics to special tires, these Special Edition trucks are sure to turn heads wherever you go, and they’re only available at Service Chevrolet Cadillac! Take a look at the details of these exclusive Louisiana Special Edition Trucks below.
2017 Louisiana Edition Truck
Show off your love for your state with the 2017 Louisiana Edition Truck! The 2017 Louisiana Edition truck has several special additions that are sure to make your truck a true crowd pleaser! Features of this GM Special Edition truck include big & bold 22” GM Factory Wheels & Tires, sleek 6” GM Chrome running boards, and custom graphics to really make a statement wherever you take your truck. Eliminated Bow Ties and a GM Factory Bedliner are also included to amp up your style.
If you’ve never sampled the unique flavors that make up Cajun and Creole dishes, you are definitely missing out. Here in Lafayette and the surrounding area, you can find a variety of restaurants that serve delicious options.
Bon Temps Grille
Situated on Verot School Road, Bon Temps Grille is a favorite among locals. The dinner menu includes items like a sausage and boudin board served with charred red onion aioli, French bread, and creole mustard, and NOLA shrimp and grits, which includes jumbo shrimp tossed in New Orleans-style BBQ sauce on a bed of jalapeno-cheese grits.
Try a cup of the house specialty, smoked bird and andouille gumbo, and pair the hearty stew with a seafood Creole cobb salad. Blackened chicken is another uniquely Creole offering, served with penne pasta, roasted tomato cream, and veggies. This restaurant also has a full bar offering cocktails, beer, and wine.
When you’re shopping for a family car, there are several components that are probably high on your list of priorities. For most parents, these include safety, functionality, comfort, and plenty of interior space. The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox brings it all, along with a few high-end extras, at a price that’s affordable.
Interior Comfort
The cabin of the 2017 Equinox is especially comfortable with features that help it stand out among other vehicles in the compact crossover segment. The base model comes with sliding and reclining second-row seats, offering maximum comfort on longer trips, along with soft cloth upholstery and a partially power-adjustable driver seat. Upgrading to one of the three other trims offers interior features like leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, and automatic climate control.
With these impressive interior comfort aspects, you and your passengers can better enjoy the ride whether you’re heading to school, work, or taking the vehicle on a road trip.
Here in the Lafayette, Louisiana, area, there are a number of fun events and festivals for you and your family in 2017. With something for everyone, you can plan ahead and attend any or all of these unique happenings in the area.
Cinema on the Bayou Film Festival
This eight-day event starts at the end of January and goes through the first of February. You can attend screenings of various films from local and international filmmakers. 2017 will be the 12th annual occurrence of this event and includes a showing of the feature film, “Zachary Richard, Cajun Heart.” The film premiered several months ago at the Festival International du Cinema Francophone to a sold-out crowd. It also earned a variety of awards and accolades. The festival will also include other films that are visually beautiful and tell amazing stories.
Service Chevrolet Cadillac Ragin’ Sales Team Places 2nd Overall at National Sales Competition
We’d like to give a big shout out and congratulations to our UL Lafayette Ragin’ Sales Team for placing 2nd Overall at the 10th Annual National Sales Challenge! As the team sponsor we couldn’t be more proud of this team and all the hard work each member has put into this competition. All their hard work certainly paid off with impressive placings by the team, as at least one member placed within the top 10 in every category. Now that’s one huge accomplishment!
The National Sales Challenge was hosted by the Russ Berrie Institute at William Patterson University from Nov. 16-18. The sales challenge included selling competitions, workshops and networking opportunities with 113 executives from 16 sponsor companies, who served as judges and interacted with the students. Over a 100 students from 31 universities from around the country competed in this challenge, and our amazing team dominated it, with UL Lafayette senior marketing majors Caeleb Young and Salvadore Crifasi placing in several awards throughout the competition!
Awards for individual members of our Ragin’ Sales Team include:
- Speed Selling Competition – Caeleb Young placed 10th
- Referral Role Play Competition – Caeleb Young placed 1st and Salvadore Crifasi placed 2nd.
- Role Play Competition – Salvadore Crifasi placed 2nd while Caeleb Young placed 4th
- Sales Challenge Champions – Caeleb Young placed 4th and Salvadore Crifasi placed 5th
Photo: Members of the Service Chevrolet Cadillac Ragin’ Sales Team. From left to right: Reece Theriot (faculty mentor), Salvadore Crifasi, Summer Romero, Nicholas Neumeyer, Caeleb Young and Dr. Brent Baker (faculty mentor).
Lafayette boasts some great diners and cafes that cook up breakfast for locals and visitors every morning. When you want to fill up on some great Southern hospitality and comfort food, we recommend the following eateries.
The French Press
A wonderful French Quarter-style restaurant in the heart of Cajun country, The French Press is a local favorite that never disappoints. Situated on Vermilion Street, The French Press offers a casual dining experience that happens to be one of SAVEUR Magazine’s Top 100 Inspiring Places and Things to Eat. Enjoy brunch during the day and fine dining at night. Either way, you’ll savor innovative takes on traditional American and Cajun cuisine using only the freshest ingredients.
Since breakfast is what you’re looking for, you’ll be happy to know that The French Press offers a variety of items. Choose from homemade granola, French toast, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, chicken fried steak and eggs, eggs Benedict, and chicken and waffles. We recommend the eatery’s signature breakfast dish: Sweet Baby Breesus, which is three buttermilk biscuit sliders with bacon, cane syrup, and fried boudin balls.
Reviewers are weighing in on the 2017 Chevrolet Volt, and they’ve got quite a lot to say about the eco-friendly vehicle. If you’ve been thinking about purchasing the new Volt this year, here are a few things the experts want you to know about it.
The Volt Has an Impressive Range
The Volt is a plug-in gasoline electric hybrid that was updated during the 2016 model year, so you know the 2017 version will have user-friendly controls, an intuitive center console, and an updated interior. Its engine performance alone is impressive. The Volt can drive up to 53 miles on a single electric charge. This is because the car features a gas-powered generator that charges the battery and powers the front wheels.
When the gas-powered engine is in use, that range extends to a whopping 420 miles. Imagine going on a road trip and not even having to stop for gas! According to some reviews, the ability to commute to work on all-electric power frees you up from weekly visits to the gas station, reducing workweek anxiety and stress. For most people, that’s worth the investment.
While the XT5 has a cool exterior and exciting powertrain, millennials generally value practical features, safety, and technology. In these areas the XT5 shines the brightest, so read on to see why this Cadillac is ideal for younger drivers seeking a compact luxury crossover.
Pleasant Cabin
Similar to the CT6 of the same year, the XT5 was fully re-designed inside and out for a cleaner, more welcoming style. The rear seats offer competitive head room and leg room compared to other compact crossovers, and an eight-way power driver seat is standard. The soft leatherette upholstery is luxurious, yet tougher and easier to clean than leather.
A reclining second row with 40/20/40-split sliding seats makes it remarkably simple to load or unload passengers, as well as expand the cargo area for larger objects. As for comfort, base models include dual-zone automatic climate control, while higher trims offer three-zone climate control, heated rear seats, and premium leather.
Looking for a fun time during the holiday months in the Cajun and Creole town of Lafayette? Check out some of these fun festivals and other events, each one full of charming activities, food, and community spirit.
Safari of Lights
Head down to the Zoo of Acadiana in December for a dazzling light display that little ones will love. Taking place from 5:00-9:00 p.m. on most December nights, Safari of Lights offers a unique experience at this popular zoo. Stroll through pathways glowing with colorful lights, animal figurines, and holiday decorations, including a giant Coca-Cola truck. Take the North Pole Express Train for a ride and get a hot cocoa or cappuccino to stay toasty. Santa will even be making stops on certain nights! Check the Safari of Lights page for the most up-to-date info.
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