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Chicago Auto Show: Out-of-towners welcome!

Since the Chicago Auto Show is the largest (and dare I say best?) auto show in North America, we do like to invite the world to see. So, this week I talked with WNWO out of Toledo via Skype, extolling the virtues of the show. Need a hotel? Check out the official hotels page on... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 17, 2012 at 8:40 am
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Chicago Auto Show: Jeep Test Track ... from inside!

I shared some raw video from the track standing on the outside looking in. So, I thought it might be funny to see what would happen if I tried to shoot some video from the inside. It’s definitely a bit rough … but so’s the ride! If you are at the auto show, this is... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 16, 2012 at 11:46 am
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Chicago Auto Show: Social media interview with NBC5

During the Chicago Auto Show Special from NBC5, I made a brief guest appearance talking about social media and the auto show. If you come to the show: Be sure to tweet your pictures and use the hashtag #CAS2012. View more videos at: http://nbcchicago.com... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 16, 2012 at 7:34 am
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Chicago Auto Show: Saturday Morning Special

Chicago Auto Show: Saturday Morning Special
Love coming to the Chicago Auto Show, but hate all the crowds? Especially on the weekend? Well, be sure to check out the second “Saturday Morning Special.”  Get in before the show opens to the public on Saturday, Feb. 18, listen to Paul Brian’s “Drive Chicago” radio show live from the show floor. You’ll have... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 15, 2012 at 3:47 pm
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Chicago Auto Show: Private tours tomorrow!

Chicago Auto Show: Private tours tomorrow!
Tomorrow, Feb. 15, is Women’s Day at the Chicago Auto Show. Which means that women get in for half price ($7), and there will be a slew of female-focused events at the show including mini manicures, fur fashion show and and yoga in addition to the opportunity to tweeting family related car questions to Cars.com... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 14, 2012 at 8:29 am
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Chicago Auto Show: Jeep Test Track

Chicago Auto Show: Jeep Test Track
I think one of the coolest things at the Chicago Auto Show is the Jeep Test Track. While I have fun riding on the track, I’m enthralled just watching it. Here’s some raw video of this must-try attraction at this year’s show. What is your favorite thing at this year’s show or what do you... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 12, 2012 at 11:59 pm
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Chicago Auto Show opens today

Chicago Auto Show opens today
The Chicago Auto Show opened to the public today at 10 a.m. and runs through Sunday, Feb. 19, at 8 p.m. While the show is a little light on concept cars this year, there is plenty at McCormick Place to keep you enthralled, including 4 test tracks where you can take a ride (Jeep, Ram... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 10, 2012 at 5:49 pm
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Chicago Auto Show: Lexus LF-LC Concept

OK. I walked all 1.2 million square feet of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, and of all the vehicles on the entire floor, I finally found my favorite: The Lexus LF-LC Concept. Launched in Detroit last month, this concept is described as a hybrid 2+2 sport coupe, but further powertrain details are scarce. Which means... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 9, 2012 at 4:27 pm
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Chicago Auto Show: Interview with Hyundai's John Krafcik ...

… From the trunk of the Hyundai Elantra GT. C’mon,  you had to figure @GirlInTheTrunk would make an appearance at some point, right? Today, Hyundai launched 2 new models in the Elantra lineup, the coupe and the GT 5-door. I had the chance to steal a couple minutes with John Krafcik, president and CEO of... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 8, 2012 at 3:31 pm
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Chicago Auto Show: GMC Acadia

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Today at the Chicago Auto Show, GMC launched its redesigned 2013 Acadia and Acadia Denali. Six years after Acadia first entered the scene it gets a more aggressive design, refined interior materials and increased safety. The big news: Acadia will have an industry-exclusive available front center airbag.  All 2013 models will be equipped with the... Read more »
By Jill Ciminillo,
February 8, 2012 at 2:16 pm
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