Lockport Township High School's auto shop program propels seniors into professional car repair careers
A lot of high schools in the Chicago area offer auto shop. But at Lockport Township High School, they’re stepping on the gas when it comes to auto tech training.
A lot of high schools in the Chicago area offer auto shop. But at Lockport Township High School, they’re stepping on the gas when it comes to auto tech training.
Gas prices are rising again. Here are the cheapest, most expensive states
Why are gas prices going up? Here’s the national average for a gallon of gas, according to AAA, and other things to know.
Why are gas prices going up? Here’s the national average for a gallon of gas, according to AAA, and other things to know.
Tesla announces price cut for certain models
Elon Musk's Tesla slashed the U.S. prices of some models on Friday after first-quarter deliveries came up short of expectations.
Elon Musk's Tesla slashed the U.S. prices of some models on Friday after first-quarter deliveries came up short of expectations.
Tesla recall on Cybertrucks: What you need to know
Tesla is recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because the accelerator pedal can get stuck.
Tesla is recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because the accelerator pedal can get stuck.
Ford recalls over 450,000 vehicles due to loss of drive power
Ford has issued a recall for Bronco Sport SUVs and Maverick compact pickup trucks made between 2022-2024.
Ford has issued a recall for Bronco Sport SUVs and Maverick compact pickup trucks made between 2022-2024.
Car buying trends to watch in 2024
Stef Schrader from Cars.com breaks down some of the most popular car buying trends that are ramping up this spring.
Stef Schrader from Cars.com breaks down some of the most popular car buying trends that are ramping up this spring.
New DMV opens in Chicago's Chinatown
A new Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) location opened Monday in Chicago's Chinatown neighborhood.
A new Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) location opened Monday in Chicago's Chinatown neighborhood.
Auto insurance premiums are skyrocketing. What's to blame?
The cost of auto insurance rose 2.6% in March, bringing the total annual gain to 22.2% — the fastest yearly rate on record.
The cost of auto insurance rose 2.6% in March, bringing the total annual gain to 22.2% — the fastest yearly rate on record.
Hyundai, Kia: Millions of recalled vehicles with fire risk remain on road
Millions of recalled Hyundai and Kia vehicles remain on the road — unrepaired — after being recalled in September, according to the Associated Press.
Millions of recalled Hyundai and Kia vehicles remain on the road — unrepaired — after being recalled in September, according to the Associated Press.
Kia recalls over 427K vehicles that could roll away while in park
Kia recently recalled over 48K vehicles for damaged charging units.
Kia recently recalled over 48K vehicles for damaged charging units.
Stellantis announces hundreds of layoffs for white collar workers during 'mass firing' call
While Stellantis said the actions were critical to helping them remain competitive, the fired worker said "tons" of positions had been outsourced to foreign countries.
While Stellantis said the actions were critical to helping them remain competitive, the fired worker said "tons" of positions had been outsourced to foreign countries.
Dodge, Chrysler sedans recalled over airbags that can explode
Stellantis, the company that owns Dodge and Chrysler, says the airbags can inflate even without a crash if temperatures inside the car get too high.
Stellantis, the company that owns Dodge and Chrysler, says the airbags can inflate even without a crash if temperatures inside the car get too high.
Hyundai, Kia offer free software upgrades to stop rash of car thefts: What to know
Hyundai and Kia are offering more anti-theft software upgrades to drivers after a TikTok trend revealed how easy it was to steal older models.
Hyundai and Kia are offering more anti-theft software upgrades to drivers after a TikTok trend revealed how easy it was to steal older models.
Chicagoan becomes first Black woman licensee for Jeep clothing line
This Women's History Month, we continue to celebrate women who are creating their own lane.
This Women's History Month, we continue to celebrate women who are creating their own lane.
Here are the top 20 cars selling for above sticker price, and those below
A new report finds that some car models are more expensive than others based on suggested retail prices. See where these brands rank.
A new report finds that some car models are more expensive than others based on suggested retail prices. See where these brands rank.
Trapped driver rescued from overturned car in Glenview after crash
A trapped driver was rescued from their overturned vehicle after a crash in Glenview.
A trapped driver was rescued from their overturned vehicle after a crash in Glenview.
Car crimes in Antioch: 2 vehicles stolen, 12 others burglarized early Friday
Two cars were stolen and a dozen others were burglarized in Antioch early Friday morning. Now, police are warning residents to be on alert.
Two cars were stolen and a dozen others were burglarized in Antioch early Friday morning. Now, police are warning residents to be on alert.
GM pickup recall: Drivers warned of tailgate issue impacting 820,000 trucks
GM is recalling 820,000 pickup trucks in North America because the tailgates could unlatch and unexpectedly open. Here’s what vehicles are under recall.
GM is recalling 820,000 pickup trucks in North America because the tailgates could unlatch and unexpectedly open. Here’s what vehicles are under recall.
Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee recall: Over 330K SUVs impacted by steering wheel issue
Chrysler’s Jeep Grand Cherokee recall involves 338,238 SUVs over a steering wheel issue that could cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
Chrysler’s Jeep Grand Cherokee recall involves 338,238 SUVs over a steering wheel issue that could cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
Illinois Secretary of State backs bill for digital driver’s licenses and IDs
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is championing legislation that would allow Illinoisans to carry digital driver’s licenses and state IDs.
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is championing legislation that would allow Illinoisans to carry digital driver’s licenses and state IDs.



















