Monthly Archives: October 2018

2019 GMC Terrain – Drive Report

Posted on October 31, 2018 by urbandriverchicago

The new-for-2019 Terrain Black Edition is available on SLE & SLT for $795. The package includes: 19-inch gloss black aluminum wheels, darkened grille insert and black surround, black mirror caps, roof rails and additional exterior accents, and black exterior model … Continue reading →

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Fiat 124 Spider Abarth – Tracked

Posted on October 28, 2018 by urbandriverchicago

A one-day Fiat Track Experience at Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, Illinois under the tutelage of the pros at Skip Barber Racing School gave me plenty of seat time in the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth.  Driving the 124 Spider Abarth … Continue reading →

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2019 Volvo XC40 – Drive Review

Posted on October 22, 2018 by urbandriverchicago

The new Volvo XC40 small SUV has been named the 2018 European Car of the Year ahead of the Geneva Motor Show last March in Switzerland. It is the first win of this prestigious award for Volvo Cars. The XC40 … Continue reading →

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2019 Nissan Altima – First Drive

Posted on October 11, 2018 by urbandriverchicago

Nissan has completely re-done the Altima for 2019. Now after 25 years on the U.S. market Nissan still sees a place for the Altima in its lineup. Even as many folks jump into SUVs, sedans still strike a cord with … Continue reading →

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2019 Subaru Ascent – First Drive

Posted on October 8, 2018 by urbandriverchicago

Subaru has upped its game with an all-new 3-row SUV. The 2019 Subaru Ascent can be had with seating for seven or eight. With an all-new 260-HP 2.4-L turbo boxer engine it’ll tow up to 5,000lbs. It’s loaded with new … Continue reading →

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