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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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Neither City Nor Commuters Should Shoulder Blame For Lake Shore Drive Incident

Since it’s not possible to have a snowstorm in this city without some sort of debate, the city is already pointing fingers at motorists stuck on Lake Shore Drive for tempting fate, while those who got stuck blame the city for not closing the road sooner. But instead of pointing fingers, I think the blame... Read more »
By thealey,
February 2, 2011 at 4:21 pm
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Planning On Driving In Today's Blizzard? Don't

Planning On Driving In Today's Blizzard? Don't
There are plenty of great winter driving tips out there. Slow down, clean your windows, make sure your windshield wipers are up to date. But in the case of today’s storm, there is only tip that makes sense. Stay off the roads. I am all for Chicago toughness–I survived five Midwestern winters behind the wheel... Read more »
By thealey,
February 1, 2011 at 10:55 am
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Ford To Bring Natural Gas Taxis To Chicago

Starting this March, Ford will be providing natural-gas powered taxis to Yellow Cab Chicago. The 12 natural-gas powered Transit Connect Taxis were purchased by Taxi Medallion Management and will be licensed to Yellow Cab. Powered by compressed natural gas (CNG), the Transit Connect Taxis are part of Yellow Cab’s effort to reduce emissions by 25... Read more »
By thealey,
January 21, 2011 at 4:57 pm
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Allstate Looking To Reward Safe Drivers

Are you comfortable with Big Brother keeping an eye on your driving habits if it means lower insurance premiums? Allstate Insurance, which is based in north suburban Northbrook, is betting you are. The company is launching a voluntary program, called Drive Wise, that could reward safe drivers who don’t put a lot of miles on... Read more »
By thealey,
December 27, 2010 at 3:44 pm
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2011 Ford Explorer Production Begins In Chicago

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Ford’s 2011 Explorer SUV is due to hit dealer showrooms soon, and the company celebrated by throwing a coming-out party for the redesigned SUV at the Ford Chicago Assembly Plant on the South Side. I spent the morning attending the festivities, which included speeches, a plant tour, and a look at the first new Explorers... Read more »
By thealey,
December 1, 2010 at 1:58 pm
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Chicago To Be Among First Markets To Get Electric Focus

Chicago will be among the first markets to get the electric version of Ford’s upcoming Focus compact car when it goes on sale next fall, according to the Chicago Tribune.  The other initial markets will be Atlanta, Austin, Houston, Boston, Denver, Detroit; Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, New York, Orlando, Phoenix, Tucson, Portland, Ore... Read more »
By thealey,
November 15, 2010 at 3:12 pm
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Getting 'Naughty' With Volvo

2011 Volvo S60 As part of its roll-out of the 2011 Volvo S60, Volvo stopped in Chicago to give consumers a chance to drive the new S60 in the parking lot at Arlington Park racetrack in Arlington Heights.  It’s part of what’s called the “Naughty Volvo Tour,” and consumers had the chance to experience safety... Read more »
By thealey,
October 20, 2010 at 8:52 pm
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Volvo Brings 2011 S60 To Arlington Park This Weekend

2011 Volvo S60 Anyone who wants to drive the new 2011 Volvo S60 can tomorrow and Sunday by heading to Arlington Park racetrack in Arlington Heights. This is all part of the “Naughty Volvo Tour” in which Volvo will has been making its way across the country. The tour stops in Arlington Heights this weekend... Read more »
By thealey,
October 15, 2010 at 5:03 pm
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Toyota Brings Safety Demonstration To Chicago

Last week, Toyota brought several brand-new Lexus models to Soldier Field and allowed journalists to beat them to a pulp. Well, not exactly. The company brought three pairs of cars–two RX 350s, two IS 250s, and two ES 350s–to demonstrate modern safety technology. Lexus was demonstrating three different systems: Anti-lock brakes, traction control, and brake... Read more »
By thealey,
September 23, 2010 at 4:42 pm
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