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Auto glass is an integral part of any vehicle as it assures the safety of the driver as well as the other passengers in the vehicle. It is really important that you repair the damaged auto glass immediately, because, a well-repaired glass can keep you away from fatal accidents. Chicago auto glass repair companies are well known for all kind of glass repairing including emergency glass repairing. They have facilities like mobile auto glass repair which can efficiently take all your pain away by replacing a damaged windshield on the spot.

Changing the damaged auto glass involves lots of annoyance. To find out a reliable company is the most difficult part of the job. Chicago auto glass repair companies make your work easier. Replacing the damaged auto glass is a costly affair as well as time consuming. Getting the auto glass repaired would be a better idea as it saves you from the painful stings of the high price of a brand new auto glass. Moreover the services like mobile auto glass repair provided by Chicago auto glass repair shops save your precious time, money, and fuel as well.

Even if you are traveling or at office or home, the tiny chip on your windshield can be repaired by mobile auto glass repair. The entire process is fast, hassle free, and convenient as you need not to alter your schedule to get it repaired. Chicago auto glass repair shops ensure the quickest and the most efficient service at your doorstep.  Read more...

In Chicago: Pontiac has rolled out a showcar version of the new 2008 Pontiac G8, announcing that it is “a representative of the production GT model” that will hit showrooms early next year. The automaker has also released details about the G8 saying that it is going to be the new Pontiac flagship sedan and will be built in Adelaide, Australia.

The G8 is the first North American application of GM’s new global rear-wheel-drive architecture developed by Holden, GM’s Australian subsidiary. The G8 is an important vehicle not only because of its importance to Pontiac but because it is the sister vehicle of the 2009 Chevrolet Camaro.

The G8 showcar is equipped with 362hp V8 and optional six-speed manual transmission. It includes items that are not found on the production model such as 20 inch “shadow chrome” wheels and performance tires, a ride height lowered by about half-inch, high performance brake rotors with painted brake calipers, custom interior trim color with leather-wrapped dash and “phantom gray” exterior paint. Pontiac has also employed a concept monochromatic “modernized” Pontiac badge to get public opinion.

The production G8 lineup will be comprised of two models: G8 and G8 GT. The base G8 is equipped with a 3.6 liter DOHC V6 rated at 261 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 3,200 rpm. It is paired with a five-speed automatic transmission and a manual shift model.

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Auto repair Chicago needs some help. Just because around 95% of locals don’t know much about their cars and don’t really want to, is no reason to be taken to the cleaners. You want to wake up, turn the key, and have the car do what it’s always done: drive to and from work. But on those gut wrenching mornings when the car won’t start, or there’s an evil little light on the dash, we know it’s time to telemarket the pros and hope we get a fair deal and not a sharp stick in the eye.

Now you’re in the shop They’re looking at your car, charging you for it, and when they walk into the waiting room, wiping the grease off their hands, how do you know the car repair estimates they rattle off aren’t complete works of fiction?

Let’s pause for a moment of clarity. Just what is an car repair scam? We’d like to offer some auto repair help using this simple analogy… Going out to dinner.

Imagine walking into a restaurant any given night of the week. You’re craving (let’s say for sake of argument) a burger, fries and coke. You sit down, the waiter walks over, and before taking your order tells you about the specials. He tells you about their tender sirloin tips, sautéed in a cabernet butter sauce served with garlic mashed potatoes and delectable grilled asparagus spears drizzled with extra virgin olive oil. Your mouth begins to water, and you picture a glass of Shiraz to wash it all down.  Read more...

When sweaters come out and the thermometers looking grim it’s time for auto repair Chicago! But with scams almost as plentiful as shops, how will you know you’re not really getting iced? We asked our users to throw some IanAuto style repair advice:

Auto Repair Chicago Tip #1: Ask Yourself: Does your mechanic explain everything in language YOU understand?

Randy from Arlington Heights says he won’t authorize any work until he has a complete understanding of what’s in store: “I didn’t know much about my car, and I used to think I was asking stupid questions. But I realized that I’m spending my money, and it’s their job to inform me! No question is ever stupid. In fact, if I can’t get a straight answer, I’ll just take my car elsewhere.”

Auto Repair Chicago Tip #2: Ask Yourself: How Are You Being Treated?

“When a mechanic talks down to me, or treats me poorly, or won’t give me information and estimates, I just move along,” says Jen from Oak Park. “Back in the day I would politely ask for my keys and go elsewhere. Now that I’m a bit wiser, I make most of my decisions online.”

Auto Repair Chicago Tip #3: Ask Your Mechanic: Are There Lower Cost Alternatives To High Dollar Repair?

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The 2007 Chicago Auto Show is nearing its final days, and tough weather seems to be playing a major role in the attendance of car aficionados at the said event. To help automotive enthusiasts deal with the weather, the organizers of the motor show offer some tips. After all, the Auto Show is being held in McCormick Place and the organizers urge car fans to come and see the vehicles set on display.

“The tough weather we experienced early in the week will cause an even higher demand than normal for those wishing to view the nation’s biggest Auto Show,” Terry D’Arcy, the 2007 Chicago Auto Show chairman, said. The chairman of the motor show also added that “the nice part is that with a show floor as large as ours, it will never get crowded and our patrons will still be able to get that ‘up-close and personal’ look at more than 1,000 vehicles”. The large number of vehicles on display at the said even can be likened to the number of brake components available at Active Brakes Direct.

The show floor that D’Arcy is talking about is the massive 1.3 million sq. ft. that the McCormick Place offers. This area is the largest among motor shows in the United States. This event is also one of the most important venues for car manufacturers to link up with prospective car buyers. That is why car manufacturers come in droves to show off their wares at the said event.  Read more...