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Bill Leigh with the Corn Grower's Association and Geoff Cooper, the CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, join "The Chicago Report" to talk about the uptick in gas prices and about E15 gas is.
Bill Leigh with the Corn Grower's Association and Geoff Cooper, the CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, join "The Chicago Report" to talk about the uptick in gas prices and about E15 gas is.
Indiana governor suspends gas tax for 30 days
Drivers in Indiana will be catching a break at the gas pump. The governor just signed an executive order suspending the state portion of the gasoline tax.
Drivers in Indiana will be catching a break at the gas pump. The governor just signed an executive order suspending the state portion of the gasoline tax.
Used car prices hit their highest level in nearly 3 years as wholesale demand stays strong
American consumers who are in the market for used cars are facing the highest prices in nearly three years, according to a new report.
American consumers who are in the market for used cars are facing the highest prices in nearly three years, according to a new report.
Ford recalls more than 420K vehicles due to windshield wiper failure
Ford Motor recalled 422,613 vehicles because of a windshield wiper malfunction.
Ford Motor recalled 422,613 vehicles because of a windshield wiper malfunction.
US weighs permanent ban of Chinese air bag inflators after 10 deaths
Transportation officials are warning about dangerous air bag inflators made in China that could be in your vehicle illegally. Here’s how to check and what to know about the DTN product.
Transportation officials are warning about dangerous air bag inflators made in China that could be in your vehicle illegally. Here’s how to check and what to know about the DTN product.
Ditch the federal gas tax for a vehicle weight fee, auto trade group CEO says
Higher fuel efficiency and a lower share of gas-powered vehicles is a bad combination when it comes to paying to repair the nation’s infrastructure, the head of an auto industry trade group argues. In response, he suggests ditching the federal gasoline tax and replacing it with something else.
Higher fuel efficiency and a lower share of gas-powered vehicles is a bad combination when it comes to paying to repair the nation’s infrastructure, the head of an auto industry trade group argues. In response, he suggests ditching the federal gasoline tax and replacing it with something else.
Chrysler recalling 178K minivans over airbag issue - How to check if your vehicle is affected
Chrysler is recalling certain models of their Pacifica and Voyager minivans because of an issue with their side curtain airbags.
Chrysler is recalling certain models of their Pacifica and Voyager minivans because of an issue with their side curtain airbags.
Gas prices rise, stocks slip as experts weigh EV deals and summer travel costs
Finance professor Dan Roccato explains what to expect for gas prices and airfare this summer, whether now is the time to buy an EV, and smart ways to save on fuel and travel.
Finance professor Dan Roccato explains what to expect for gas prices and airfare this summer, whether now is the time to buy an EV, and smart ways to save on fuel and travel.
Toyota recalling over 144,000 vehicles due to rearview camera issue
Toyota’s new recall affects certain Lexus model vehicles manufactured between 2022 and 2026.
Toyota’s new recall affects certain Lexus model vehicles manufactured between 2022 and 2026.
Volkswagen announces recall of nearly 100K EVs over battery defect
German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen is recalling close to 100,000 electric vehicles because of issues tied to battery modules that may not meet specifications.
German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen is recalling close to 100,000 electric vehicles because of issues tied to battery modules that may not meet specifications.
Ford recalls more than 250,000 SUVs for software issues, NHTSA says
Ford’s new recall affects certain model Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Nautilus, Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer SUVs manufactured between 2022 and 2025.
Ford’s new recall affects certain model Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Nautilus, Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer SUVs manufactured between 2022 and 2025.
The $10,000 car loan tax deduction: Here's who qualifies and how to claim it
The IRS has released guidance on a new deduction that allows eligible taxpayers to write off up to $10,000 in auto loan interest per year.
The IRS has released guidance on a new deduction that allows eligible taxpayers to write off up to $10,000 in auto loan interest per year.
Gas prices skyrocket in US, up nearly $1 a gallon in past month
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Volkswagen recall: Thousands of Jetta vehicles pulled over an engine fire risk
Volkswagen's lates recall impacts thousands of Jetta cars in the U.S. and Canada related to a wiring issue that could lead to an engine fire.
Volkswagen's lates recall impacts thousands of Jetta cars in the U.S. and Canada related to a wiring issue that could lead to an engine fire.
Employee crushed to death in horror industrial accident after press machine unexpectedly turns on
An Ohio Ford employee died after being trapped and crushed by a malfunctioning industrial machine at a company plant this week.
An Ohio Ford employee died after being trapped and crushed by a malfunctioning industrial machine at a company plant this week.
Getting the Right Auto Part Fast Used to Be a Headache. AutoParts.com is Changing That.
For decades, ordering auto parts online often meant long waits and too much risk of getting the wrong part. Now, AutoParts.com is changing that.
For decades, ordering auto parts online often meant long waits and too much risk of getting the wrong part. Now, AutoParts.com is changing that.
Hyundai recalls, halts sales of over 68K SUVs after child’s death
Hyundai is recalling and halting sales of its 2026 Palisade SUVs following a deadly incident and seat-safety flaw. Here's what to know.
Hyundai is recalling and halting sales of its 2026 Palisade SUVs following a deadly incident and seat-safety flaw. Here's what to know.
USPS honors lowrider culture with historic new stamp series
The stamps celebrate the artistic movement that began in 1940s Mexican American barrios, featuring a 1946 Chevy Fleetline, three Chevy Impalas, and a 1987 Oldsmobile.
The stamps celebrate the artistic movement that began in 1940s Mexican American barrios, featuring a 1946 Chevy Fleetline, three Chevy Impalas, and a 1987 Oldsmobile.
GM recalls over 17,000 cars for a faulty part that may raise crash risk
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the new General Motors recall covers certain 2012–2013 Buick Regal vehicles.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the new General Motors recall covers certain 2012–2013 Buick Regal vehicles.
Chicago ranked least trusted city for mechanics worldwide, study finds
Chicago ranked last in the world for trusted mechanics, according to a new study. Thoughts?
Chicago ranked last in the world for trusted mechanics, according to a new study. Thoughts?