Monthly Archives: May 2016

In the News: 100th Indy 500, no more Verano, Ford’s high mpg, MAMA Spring Rally #MAMA16SR

Posted on May 31, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

With motorsports taking front and center on this Memorial Day weekend everything else plays second-fiddle. Catch up on the news you missed while at the backyard BBQ with one click right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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2016 Nissan Altima – Drive Report

Posted on May 26, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

For 2016, the Altima has gotten a significant mid-cycle refreshing and now offers new driver-assistance safety technology. The 2016 Altima, Nissan’s biggest selling model, is also a candidate for the Midwest Automotive Media Association’s (MAMA) Family Vehicle of the Year … Continue reading →

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In the News: GM’s mpg error, driverless big rigs, #Maven expands, 10 Coolest cars, Formula 1 history and more.

Posted on May 22, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

Summer weather seems to be finally arriving and Memorial Day party planning is underway. The airport TSA lines are a pain. Are you thinking road trip instead? The auto industry never fails to keep making news. Catch up on what went … Continue reading →

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2016 Nissan Sentra – Drive Report

Posted on May 16, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

The Sentra has been around for about 30 years. Now for 2016 the 7th-generation Sentra has been freshened on the outside and inside. New driver-assistance safety technology is also offered. Forward collision warning with emergency braking and intelligent cruise control … Continue reading →

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In the News: #SiennaTuned, Chevys for the young, Verano tbd, Tesla, Apple car, VW 3.0 Diesel fix, more recalls, and F1 goes faster.

Posted on May 15, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

The Cubs and the Sox are hot; Yankees not so much. Maybe summer will arrive when hockey is over. Graduation congratulations to all those hard working students. Auto industry news is always interesting. Check out what went on last week … Continue reading →

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Toyota #SiennaTuned wins its class in the 2016 One Lap of America

Posted on May 13, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

Competing in Brock Yates’ One Lap of America is on many car enthusiasts bucket list. The race is the successor to the Cannonball Sea-to-Shining-Sea Memorial Dash, and served as inspiration for the Cannonball Run movies, becoming a pop culture staple. Two … Continue reading →

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2016 Jeep Renegade – Cool and Capable

Posted on May 11, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

One of the coolest vehicles around for under $18,000 according to KBB and, in my view, perfectly suited for that new teen driver in the family.  This roomy runabout offers the newest in safety technology and equipment to help keep … Continue reading →

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2016 Subaru Legacy – flying off dealer lots

Posted on May 9, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

Yes, the 2016 Subaru Legacy all-wheel drive mid-size sedan is a hot commodity and sells very quickly.  It’s roomy, comfortable, has low fuel consumption especially for an all-wheel drive car and is chock full of driver-assitance features that may just … Continue reading →

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In the News: April sales, roof racks use gas, Chevy Bolt driverless taxi, Google and Chrysler, more Takata bad air bags and Ford GT wins.

Posted on May 9, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

 Spring has sprung. Car sales are still climbing. Driverless cars are coming whether we want them or not. VW is pushing EVs. And, there’s always more recalls. Catch up on last week’s automotive news with one click right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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Chicago: @RiseandDrive 2016 kickoff

Posted on May 2, 2016 by urbandriverchicago

On a grey Sunday morning Rise & Drive, now in its third year, had its 2016 kickoff at its new location at Collectors’ Car Garage. At this free event you see not only vintage classics, sports cars , muscle cars, … Continue reading →

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