Monthly Archives: October 2015

2016 #Jeep Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition

Posted on October 27, 2015 by urbandriverchicago

The iconic Jeep Wrangler is the vehicle to have if you are planning an off-road adventure anywhere in the mountains, fields, streams or desert. The Willy Wheeler Edition is just one of many offerings by Jeep that will suit your … Continue reading →

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More and more VW, Look ma no hands Tesla, Truck of Texas, Green Car awards and more

Posted on October 19, 2015 by urbandriverchicago

It’s never ending with VW; Tesla says no hands or maybe yes; electric avenue is coming to everyone and more. MLB, NCAAF, NFL, NHL, whatever took you away — catch up here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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2016 Honda Pilot #Honda

Posted on October 14, 2015 by urbandriverchicago

All-new for 2016, the Honda Pilot has received a much-needed major redesign. This three-row SUV now deserves a good look by anyone in need of lots of room and space for hauling people and cargo. Read my review of the … Continue reading →

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VW in the hot seat, Mazda Miata race car, recalls of course, UAW and FCA and more.

Posted on October 11, 2015 by urbandriverchicago

We’re hot into baseball playoffs, college football, pro football, pro hockey, the NASCAR chase and more. Here’s a look at a bit of last week’s automotive headliners. Just click here for a look. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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2016 Honda HR-V

Posted on October 5, 2015 by urbandriverchicago

The small crossover segment is getting crowded with choices. This is good for new vehicle shoppers with plenty of options at hand. The all-new Honda HR-V is priced starting just above $19,000 and deserves a good look. Click here for … Continue reading →

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NACTOY finalists. September sales, more on VW, a new Checker cab, Tony Stewart retiring

Posted on October 5, 2015 by urbandriverchicago

 MLB playoffs are being defined; NCAA football has us partying, or not; the NFL is at it. Here’s what happened last week in the automotive world. A few did-bits to keep you in the loop. Just click here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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Muscle Cars, Corvettes And More At Mecum’s Chicago Auction, Oct. 8-10

Posted on October 3, 2015 by urbandriverchicago

The return of the Mecum Chicago auction this Oct. 8-10 to the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center will feature an estimated 1,000 collector cars headlined by American muscle cars, classics, Corvettes, hot rods, Resto Mods and more. The auction is open … Continue reading →

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