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German smartcar gets a sports boost
Aug 13, 2018 6:00 AM - German-tuner Brabus marked a milestone in 2017, hitting 15 years of modifying smart cars it calls the "fortwo." Now, the company is making that little wheeled wonder into a limited-edition street-going cruiser, promising more spirited driving dynamics.
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New 'Ignite' course at UTI aimed at high school juniors builds interest in skilled trades
Aug 13, 2018 7:08 AM - How the new "Ignite" class at Universal Institute's Lisle campus prepares students for the increasingly complex world of vehicle repairs. -
Area couple attend Mustang celebration
Aug 12, 2018 6:00 AM - Ford celebrated the production of its 10 millionth Mustang last week and special VIP guests invited to the employee festivities in Michigan included Park Ridge residents Gail and Tom Wise and their 1964½ Mustang convertible. -
Light bulb repair may have saved engine
Aug 12, 2018 6:01 AM - What do a light bulb and saving an engine have in common? Well, the two can be related. Let me explain.
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Analysis: How Elon Musk's SpaceX may be model for Tesla going private
Aug 11, 2018 1:00 AM - For years SpaceX has run an internal stock market for employees and other shareholders, allowing it to remain closely held. -
Gerald Auto Group presents donation to Little Friends Inc.Aug 10, 2018 3:15 PM - Naperville-based Gerald Auto Group recently presented a check for $22,800 to Little Friends Inc. as the selected charity of choice for its Chicago Blackhawks Goals for Charity event.
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California's 'Dream Drive' reopens along central coast
Aug 10, 2018 3:14 PM - SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Drivers celebrated the reopening of Highway 1 on Thursday with a historic convoy of more than 80 cars representing eight decades -- from classic vintage, to sleek and modern cars, to hydrogen-fueled and electric models. The iconic coastal highway reopened in late July after more than 18 months of roadway closures, which resulted in tremendous economic losses for businesses along the iconic corridor, especially in northern San Luis Obispo County as travelers rerouted their trips en masse. -
Controversial CarMax proposal gets the green light in Algonquin
Aug 8, 2018 5:33 AM - Plans for a new CarMax in Algonquin received the final go-ahead from the village board Tuesday night, despite resistance from some nearby residents who worry the development will disturb their neighborhood. -
Testing finds flaws with car electronic car safety systems
Aug 7, 2018 6:43 AM - Cars and trucks with electronic driver assist systems may not see stopped vehicles and could even steer you into a crash if you're not paying attention, an insurance industry group warns.
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1968 Pontiac Firebird is perfect purchase made back in high school
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