Category Archives: minivans

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid – First Drive

Posted on November 15, 2016 by

The world’s first and only hybrid minivan is here from Chrysler. With seamless and automatic power coming from two electric motors and a 3.6-L V6, the 7-passenger 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid may just eliminate stops at the gas station. Or, … Continue reading →

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica – Drive and Review

Posted on September 19, 2016 by

The all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan has made a big splash. Chrysler has upped the game in the minivan segment with this new entry that replaces the Town & Country. It’s loaded with many comfort and convenience features as well … 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

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

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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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

 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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In the News: Jeep’s 75th, V8 muscle, Amelia concours, new Pacifica, and of course, VW.

Posted on March 14, 2016 by

March madness is here and the auto industry keeps making news. Catch up on what you missed last week with just one click right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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2015-2016 #Kia Sedona – a very convenient minivan

Posted on September 30, 2015 by

Yes the hot ticket right now is an SUV or Crossover, whether midsize or compact depending on your hauling needs. The Kia Sedona, all-new for 2015 and tweaked a bit for 2016 is a very good hauler. It’s packed full … Continue reading →

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