Top 5 Features of the 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid
Built for Snow Days, School Runs, and Everything in Between
The 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid is a compact crossover SUV designed for families who commute, run errands, and deal with weather that does not cooperate. It blends a gasoline engine with electric motors to improve fuel efficiency and everyday driveability, without ever needing to be plugged in. That matters in Illinois, where winters are long, gas prices fluctuate, and traffic does not politely move out of your way.
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A First Look at the 2027 Kia Telluride
All-New Updates for a Smarter, Stronger Telluride
Life around Waukegan asks more from a vehicle than most brochures admit. Roads change character with the weather. Schedules stretch across school runs, workdays, and weekends that involve gear, people, and very little patience for inefficiency. The wildly popular three-row gets its first full redesign since its 2020 debut, and the 2027 Kia Telluride steps into that moment with intention. Not to impress in a parking lot—but to hold up under the everyday math of space, traction, and power.
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If you’re looking for a unique opportunity to make some memories and give the gift of the lifetime, we’ve got just the thing for you. Today on the blog, we’re taking a trip to Michigan for one of the coolest, quite literally, festivals around! Michigan Ice Fest rolls into town from February 11th through the 15th in 2026 in Munising. This unique festival combines creativity, activity, and adventure for a truly unforgettable experience! Taking advantage of the incredible views along the ice at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, this family-friendly event is the opportunity of a lifetime. From classes to presentations to social events and more, you’ll find so many interesting things to enjoy as the festival celebrates its 35th year of fun!
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In the spirit of the season of giving, and the fact that it’s National Philanthropy Day, we’re going to take a moment to share some great ways you can give back right in your own backyard. You don’t have to sign up for huge events, participate in large fundraiser shindigs, or even head overseas to make a difference. By electing to get directly involved in regional and neighborhood programs, your philanthropic efforts have a direct, real world impact on your local community! Even just one small donation or a few hours of your time volunteering can make a significant impact on someone who really needs it the most. And of course, kindness begets kindness– when folks receive generosity and empathy, they are inclined to pay it forward.
With just a few simple gestures of good will, we can work together to create a sustained, supported network of friends and neighbors who know they can depend on each other when they need it most. While the most obvious and upfront version of philanthropy is financial support and monetary donations, there are so many other great ways to help.
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We’re back with another holiday gift guide! The holidays are here! If you’re wondering what to get the car enthusiast on your list this year, let us help guide you through. We’ve got some great budget friendly options for gifting or stocking stuffers that are sure to please any gearhead. You’ll find everything from tech to gadgets to decor, and we’ve made sure to include options at multiple price points to help fit most budgets. Got a suggestion we’ve left off this list this round? Let us know in the comments!
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If you’re shopping on a budget this year, or simply being more intentional about how you spend your holiday funds, we’ve got just the blog for you! Instead of giving your money to a corporation and purchasing “things” to fill up cabinets and closets, consider giving your pals and family an experience this year. From wine and brew tasting experiences to pizza and culinary tours to crafting and hands-on art classes and even an exhilarating experience like racing or flying, you’ll find something fun for everyone! Best of all, these are local area businesses and organizations offering special packages and opportunities, so your dollars are having direct real-world impact in our local economy. What’s not to love about this perfect combo of community and memory making!
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The 91st Annual Thanksgiving Parade in Chicago is just around the corner, and we’re here to help you find the best ways to view the parade up close and personal. Today we’re covering some details on this year’s performances, when to arrive for both VIP and free access, and how to secure the best spots for viewing.
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The holiday season is finally here! A time for gathering with loved ones and enjoying all that Lake County Illinois has to offer. Here at Classic in Waukegan, we love to get together with our friends and family, and enjoy all the community events happening in November. It’s a great time of year to give the gift of a little quality time with your favorite people, and maybe even try a little something new.
In the spirit of the holidays and our love for community support, we also encourage you to shop local during this holiday season! Now more than ever, it’s important to put our dollars directly back into our local economies and help fellow friends and neighbors have a happy holiday season. There are lots of wonderful main street stores to shop in your neighborhood, as well as plentiful holiday markets offering handmade and artisanal goods.
So without further ado, here’s the local community calendar of events and things to do in Lake County for November/December.
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No matter what you celebrate, it’s always good fun and cheer to share gift exchanges with your friends, family, and loved ones, and of course, there’s the annual company party with coworkers. If you’re looking for a little guidance to get the perfect gift this holiday season, we’ve got you covered with some great gifts for car enthusiasts and serious gearheads.
If you’re looking for something for your fellow gearheads or to gift to your car enthusiast family member, these items will be a surefire hit! We’ve scouted out some different price point options for each item, too, so we can help you find something to suit every holiday gifting budget. We’ve organized them from most affordable to most expensive to make shopping a real breeze!
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We’re closing out our Halloween Celebrations with an homage to some of the most haunted road trip destinations in the US! Our list includes places you can tour and even stay overnight, if you dare! Extend your Halloween season beyond October and book a ghost hunting package, take a self-guided tour, and more at any of these spine-tingling locations! Well, what are you waiting for? Let’s make like Scooby Doo and the Mystery Machine Crew – hop in your new car from Classic and let’s hit the road to thrills and chills!
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- Top 5 Features of the 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid
- A First Look at the 2027 Kia Telluride
- Celebrate the Holidays by Gifting a Road Trip to the Michigan Ice Fest 2026!
- Extending the Spirit of The Giving Season: Great Ways to Give Back to the Community For the Holidays (Lake County, Waukegan Area)
- Your 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for Car Lovers
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