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Nissan Leaf Going On Sale In Illinois Sooner Than Planned

Nissan Leaf Going On Sale In Illinois Sooner Than Planned
If you live in the Land of Lincoln and have your heart set on a Nissan Leaf electric car, your wait is almost over. Starting July 25, Nissan will be taking orders from existing customers in Illinois for the Leaf. Nissan will also start taking orders from existing customers in eight other states and Washington... Read more »
By thealey,
July 19, 2011 at 2:50 pm
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Osama Bin Laden May Be Dead, But Price Of Oil Likely Won't Fall

After the news of Osama bin Laden’s death broke late Sunday night, some pundits predicted that the price of oil might fall. But Edmund’s Inside Line is saying not so fast. Because Bin Laden was the head of a terrorist organization and not an oil-rich country, it’s unlikely that his death will mean much for... Read more »
By thealey,
May 2, 2011 at 1:52 pm
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Motives Of 2011 Chicago Auto Show Vandals Becoming Clearer

There are two different but similar explanations floating around concerning the motives of the three men who vandalized seven Toyotas at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show. These men weren’t just committing simple youthful shenanigans. According to Jalopnik, they were upset about American jobs going overseas, while according to the Chicago Tribune, one of the men... Read more »
By thealey,
February 18, 2011 at 3:52 pm
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Three Men Charged With Vandalism At 2011 Chicago Auto Show

Most folks go to the auto show with an expectation of looking at new cars, not damaging them. Not so for three Orland Park men. 21-year-old Bryan Kjellman, 20-year-old Richard Data, and 28-year-old Edmund Grzeszkiewicz were all charged with felony criminal damage to property after they used razor blades and screwdrivers to damage several vehicles... Read more »
By thealey,
February 17, 2011 at 8:38 pm
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Toyota Bringing Interactive Drive Center To 2011 Chicago Auto Show

In order to show off its line of SUVs and trucks, Toyota is building a 50,000-foot drive center full of dirt, gravel, and logs at McCormick Place’s South Hall. A ride-along exhibit, the course will be used by professional drivers to show potential customers how those trucks and SUVs can handle bad terrain. Show-goers who... Read more »
By thealey,
February 7, 2011 at 9:26 pm
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Lexus Bringing Performance To 2011 Chicago Auto Show

We already know Toyota is going big at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show. But the company hasn’t forgotten about its Lexus luxury brand. Not only will the LFA supercar be on display, but Lexus will be showing off its Five Axis Project custom CT 200h. This modified CT 200h has a custom wide body, special... Read more »
By thealey,
February 7, 2011 at 8:58 pm
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Ford Recalls 2011 Explorers

Ford is recalling more than 1,600 2011 Explorers due to an issue with the second-row seats. The second-row seats on Explorers built between July and December may not provide enough strength in a crash. Ford will perform the repairs for customers under warranty. Notices will be mailed February 14. The 2011 Ford Explorer is built... Read more »
By thealey,
February 7, 2011 at 4:48 pm
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Toyota Looking To Go Big At 2011 Chicago Auto Show

Toyota hasn’t been shy about reminding the media about what the company has in store for the 2011 Chicago Auto Show. For example, the automaker’s exhibit at McCormick Place will be, at 45,070 square feet, the largest exhibit ever built for an auto show in the United States. Or so the company claims. Other pieces... Read more »
By thealey,
February 4, 2011 at 4:09 pm
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Mitsubishi To Build Outlander Sport Downstate

Despite the fact that Mitsubishi will be dropping the Galant sedan, Endeavor SUV, and Eclipse sports coupe in 2013, it doesn’t mean that the plant in Downstate Normal will be shuttered. Mitsubishi will build the Outlander Sport crossover SUV at the plant, beginning in 2012. To do so, the company will invest $45 million, while... Read more »
By thealey,
February 4, 2011 at 3:30 pm
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Toyota To Give Away Prius At 2011 Chicago Auto Show

Just like last year, the 30 area dealers who make up the Chicagoland Toyota Dealers are giving away one Toyota Prius. By going to their Facebook page, you can become a “fan” and have the chance to win. By February 17, 10 semi-finalists will have been chosen, with the final winner being picked on the... Read more »
By thealey,
February 3, 2011 at 5:24 pm
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