Women’s Equality day is celebrated in commemoration of the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution, which awarded women the right to vote in 1878. In 1971, Congress deemed August 26th would be henceforth Women’s Equality Day. We’re going to share 5 mini profiles on notable women who pioneered the automotive industry from driving to design to engineering, and highlight some big names in racing. And stick around to the end to check out some great YouTube Videos of notable women in the automotive industry who are disrupting the status quo and changing the game!
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We’ve covered a lot of grounds as far as National Parks go, giving you lots of travel guides and road trip itinerary inspiration. Today, we’re celebrating National Park Service Founders day with a brief history of the National Parks Service and its founding, followed by a short list of National Parks and Historic Sites to explore in Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin!
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We love sharing road trips and travel guides with our readers! It’s exciting to share suggestions for an itinerary full of amazing entertainment, excitement, and adventure, and help you discover great new places in the MidWest. Today’s road trip destination is Fort Wayne, Indiana, less than a four hour drive from our hometown of Waukegan. It’s a great getaway for a long weekend or a new destination to shake things up from your usual. So let’s take a look at the fun things in the area, and make some plans together!
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Today is National Discovery Day, and we’re sharing some incredible places that are hidden gems right in your own backyard here in the Lake County area. From theatre shows to indoor adventure parks to gaming simulators to animals, we’ve got an incredible selection for just about every set of interests and hobbies. Let’s explore our community and support some new businesses and creative establishments together.
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Community matters to us here at Classic Kia, and we’re proud to be part of the Kia America family, especially A few days ago, on August 16th, Kia America announced that $150,000 in donations will be made to the American Red Cross and Hawaii Community Foundation to help with relief and response efforts for the devastating wildfires in Hawaii. The American Red Cross will receive $100,000 and Hawaii Community Foundation will receive $50,000.
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There’s nothing we love more than hitting the open road and taking in the gorgeous landscapes and scenery that sprawl across US highways and byways. Today, we’re exploring the iconic North Shore Scenic Drive, also known as Highway 61, which stretches from Duluth, Minnesota up through to the Canadian Border!
Running along the coast of Lake Superior, you’ll find no shortage of absolutely breathtaking pine forests, rocky cliffs, lakeside wildlife, and so much more. So let’s check it out and plan our getaway itinerary together!
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Today we’re exploring another great road trip opportunity, this time highlighting the Nebraska Sandhills National Scenic Byway (which is so beloved it has its own trip planning app!) Virtually untouched by development or human interference, this gorgeous byway is rife with scenic dune landscapes, rolling native grasses, sparkling blue lakes and streams, and incredible wildlife and ecosystems.
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Today is National Roller Coaster Day! Being car people, we understand the rush of new adventures and the need for speed, and that’s why today’s post is dedicated to some of the best amusement parks and coaster destinations in the Midwest, United States. Coaster aficionados will scour the land to find the best fix of adrenaline rush from the drops, spins, dips, and twirls, and are always looking for better, faster, stronger thrills. Folks who love coasters will tell you that it brings them unparalleled joy, excitement, happiness, and satisfaction. And we can’t say we blame ‘em! So let’s hit the road to fun and adventure and check ‘em out on today’s blog.
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Today is Mountain Day! Instead of giving you a list of destinations near and far, we’re going to help you get ready to take the road less traveled with these great service tips to prep your vehicle for mountain roadways instead! Let’s look at how to get our vehicles in tip-top shape for those challenging steep slopes and death defying curves.
Have you recently gone on a journey ascending or descending from a mountain summit? Let our readers know your experience and tips and tricks in the comments!
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Schools are starting back up in just a few short days, so we thought it would be a great time to give student drivers a chance to get their first A+ of the school year. Here’s some essential car maintenance tips for young drivers as they head back to class! School your friends over cafeteria snacks with your amazing wisdom in all things automotive.
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