The slow start of real winter weather in northern Michigan has created a surge in the sport utility market.  Four-wheel drive vehicles designed to handle the slush and deep snow has prompted an increase of people looking for SUVs at the three Price Point locations.  The selection is good now for those looking for solid traction this winter.

A combination of Bill Marsh everyday discounts, double auto show bonus and manufacturer incentives has driven down the price of a brand new Jeep Liberty to a price we haven’t seen in a long time.  $21,900 for a dependable SUV that normally is priced around $30,000.

Chrysler recently announced a $500 Auto Show Bonus on it’s most popular vehicles.  But Bill Marsh is taking that bonus and doubling it.  The $1,000 in savings is on top of Bill Marsh discounts and other incentives.

Double Auto Show Bonus on select GM vehicles means you can save up to $2,000 over and above all current incentives.

Wildly fluctuating gas prices have consumers vigilant with fuel economy as they shop for new and used vehicles. Bill Marsh Ford in Kalkaska has three vehicles that should be considered because they bring a great combination of low prices and high fuel efficiency.

Last year the 2012 Verano made its appearance at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.  This year it moved into showrooms around the country, including the Bill Marsh dealership in Traverse City.

It is a good year for Hyundai at Detroit’s North American International Auto Show.  A jury of 50 automotive journalists selected the 2012 Hyundai Elantra as the Car of the Year.  While the new Ford Focus was only 19 votes away from the top honor.

Strap on the cross country skis or snow shoes this Saturday and get a taste of how these activities can benefit young people who are attempting to learn more about finance and the business world.  Junior Achievement will hold the 2012 Snow Glow this Saturday at Timber Ridge Resort from 5 p.m. until 8p.m.

Take some broken down skis and turn them into a unique chair.  Or discarded belts into a stylish purse.  How about pieces of clothing that can be turned into a framed work of art.  These are just a few of the new purposes created for gems found at the Goodwill Resale Shop last year when artists discovered them as part of the Reinvention Convention.

It’s called a Timeless Love Story and it comes from the creativity of two highly praised contemporary musical legends—Elton John and Tim Rice.  Tickets for next month’s performance of Aida are on sale now at the T.C. West Box Office.