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Why does Norway lead the world in electric vehicle adoption? It's economics 101

I thought Norway led the world in electric vehicle adoption because of ecological reasons. Since it has the second largest coastline in...

Certified pre-owned cars offer the best of new and used car deals

Certified pre-owned (CPO) cars offer the best of new and used car deals

The shift is on: Manual transmissions may be endangered but they're also beloved

The tween riding in the back seat finally asked, “What is that thing you keep moving up there?” She had never seen “that thing” known as...

Annual scholarship award drives memory of auto writer Jim Mateja

Jim Mateja was an award-winning automotive columnist who spent 47 years covering the auto industry for the Chicago Tribune. His...

3-row roundup: America's best-selling segment gets larger with new SUVs from Kia, Cadillac and BMW

America's favorite family hauler is the three-row midsize SUV, which accounted for nearly 25 percent of new car sales in 2018, according...

Tips for cold, cold car care

Cold weather can hit cars as hard as people. Here are some preventative tips on how to prep your car for winter, to more functional tips...

2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid review

Overdue for a redesign, the 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is still the most fuel-efficient three-row crossover on the market. The lack of...

Ford launches rear-wheel-drive 2020 Explorer with Hybrid and Sport variants

Breaking coverage of the launch of the 2020 Ford Explorer. Built in Chicago's southside, the sixth-generation Explorer aims to carry on...

Original 1960s Ford Broncos made new by Illinois company

The return of the Ford Bronco may conjure up images of a large off-road SUV with Jeep-like character in pickup truck capability. It was...

18 Best Rides of 2018

2018 Midwest Automotive Media Association Fall Rally at Autobahn Country Club. Of the estimated 100 new, redesigned or significantly...