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February is here and our adrenaline is pumping and our hearts are racing with excitement, because the Chicago Auto Show is just around the corner!  From February 11th through the 20th, you can stop by McCormick Place Convention Center to experience the best, brightest, and most spectacular new advancements in the automotive industry!  We cannot wait to see all the exciting new technologies, concept cars, and incredible vehicles.

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Today is National Car Insurance Day!  Last month, our Body Shop wrote a great post on how to select and find the right car insurance and get the best coverage.  So for today’s blog, we’re going to share some extra pointers and reminders to expand on their fantastic advice! 

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We’ve given plenty of tips and tricks to maintaining your daily driver, but what about your collectibles, antiques, and weekend-only fun cars? If you’re putting those sporty rides into garages until sunnier days arrive, you’ll need to make sure they’re properly prepared for long-term storage.  Today we’ll be sharing our tips and tricks for keeping your collectible vehicles safe and sound.

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Every January from the 15th through the 23rd is International Snowmobile Safety Week.  Snowmobiling is an exciting and competitive adventure winter sport!  Snowmobiles are motorized sleds or scooters, designed for winter weather terrain; the vehicle is steered by skis and propelled by a belt track in the rear.  They can be driven on ice and snow, and travel well on roads, trails, or open terrain.  These winter ready vehicles are the perfect choice for wilderness transportation, recreational racing and tourism, hunting, and even trapping.

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We love exploring all the beautiful places that Illinois and Wisconsin have to offer, but sometimes breaking out of the typical and traditional is just what the doctor ordered. That’s why on today’s blog we’re heading out of state to Michigan!  You’ll find great suggestions for unexpected destinations just a few hours drive away from our dealership in Waukegan. 

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Did you know today is Kid Inventors Day? Inspire your young ones to get crafty with STEM/STEAM related opportunities and foster independent learning with a dash of creativity and ingenuity.

We’ve got some great choices in books to read in the car on the way to your next family visit to the science museum, as well as books that will light a spark in their imagination. You’ll also find free online tutorials for STEAM and creative projects, as well as subscription box suggestions for the independent learner..  Each workshop or project is  either good for keeping young ones busy while you work on things during the day, or a bit of togetherness time for weekends and evenings or breaks in the day. 

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Want to shake things up with your weekend plans? You’ll love today’s blog!  Plan your wintry escape in the great outdoors and choose from our list of amazing snowmobiling, sledding, and winter sports trails.  Whether you like to hit top speeds on your ATV or snowmobile, or prefer to snowshoe it along at a leisurely pace, you’ll find no shortage of pristine wilderness and natural landscapes to enjoy!

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Second Win for Kia in Four Years

  • EV6 recognized for automotive innovation, design, safety features, performance, technology, driver satisfaction, user experience, value
  • Second North American Utility Vehicle of the Year win for Kia in four years
  • EV6 was selected by jury of 50 automotive experts
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Today is National Hot Tea Day!  What could be better on a cold winter’s day than a piping hot cup o’ tea? There’s just something so effortlessly comforting about sipping a fresh brew under a cozy blanket.  It’s even great for thawing out after clearing the snow off your car as you head out for your morning commute.

And since February is just around the corner, we thought we’d keep it festive!  These mugs and tea makers are a great idea for snuggling up to your special someone next month for Valentine’s Day. 

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Our Body Shop Manager fields a lot of calls and texts with questions about insurance coverage following an accident or collision. For today’s blog we thought we’d cover some do’s-and-don’ts of selecting adequate insurance coverage, and some of the ins-and-outs of processing claims via insurance and body shops for repair. Selecting quality insurance for your vehicle can not only protect you and your car, but also your passengers, family members, and other drivers.

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