Autos
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What’s really driving recalls of cars at risk of bursting into flames? It’s not EVs.
Aug 31, 2026 7:18 am - EVs are not driving the recent growth in recalls warning that vehicles could erupt into flames at any time, even when parked and turned off. A Washington Post analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall notices found that conventional gas and diesel vehicles made up the vast majority of vehicles covered by the “park outside” label since 2021.
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Stellantis ups investment to $800 million at idled Belvidere plant to build new Jeep Cherokee in 2029
Aug 17, 2026 3:43 pm - Stellantis announced Friday it is upping its investment in the idled Belvidere plant to $800 million, retooling it with its latest manufacturing platform to build the next generation Jeep Cherokee.
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Gasoline-powered cars parked in EV spots in Mundelein now can be ticketed, towedAug 11, 2026 5:22 pm - Gasoline-fueled cars parked in spots reserved for electric vehicles in village-owned lots in Mundelein could be ticketed or towed under new rules.
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Fight catalytic converter theft with a free label at AAA eventAug 10, 2026 4:51 pm - Converter thefts have decreased in recent years, but it’s still expensive to replace one.
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Hanover Township to hold Freedom Car Show June 28 in downtown BartlettJun 23, 2026 1:40 pm - Hanover Township will host its annual Freedom Car Show from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 28 at 120 Live, 120 W. Bartlett Ave. in downtown Bartlett.
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House considers auto insurance measure allowing consumers to appeal hikesMay 21, 2026 7:22 pm - The bill addressing steep increases in premiums passed the Senate with a number of Republicans objecting.
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Carvana expanding activity, jobs at ADESA wholesale auto auction site in Hoffman EstatesMay 21, 2026 11:39 am - Carvana plans to create 100 new jobs by introducing an Inspection and Reconditioning Center at its ADESA Chicago wholesale auction site in western Hoffman Estates.
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Why some Bartlett officials are concerned about upscale auto mall plan for Lake StreetMay 20, 2026 1:54 pm - Bartlett officials are reviewing a proposal for an upscale auto mall near the Hyundai and Genesis dealerships on Lake Street despite early concerns about how much tax revenue it might generate long-term.
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CarFun on 21 season begins Wednesday in downtown LibertyvilleMay 18, 2026 1:00 pm - CarFun on 21, bringing classic cars, trucks and motorcycles to Church and Cook streets in downtown Libertyville, debuts for the season at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 20.
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Frigid temperatures decrease EV, hybrid performance, AAA study findsMay 10, 2026 8:45 pm - AAA study reveals that extreme temperatures significantly impact electric and hybrid vehicle performance. The study tested popular models including Tesla Model Y, Ford Mustang Mach-E and Toyota Prius.
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