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Getting your car smogged can be frustrating, especially if you don’t know why, where, or how. Luckily, the rules for emissions in Illinois are fairly clear-cut and can be summed up easily. In most counties in Illinois, emissions testing is required every two years for vehicles older than four years and built after 1996. Without certification, you won’t be able to renew your registration. Illinois employs the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for its emissions

The Chevrolet Cruze is a compact car that has been in production since 2008. It was developed as a replacement for the Chevrolet Cobalt, and it has since become a popular choice for those looking for a reliable, affordable, and efficient vehicle.  The Cruze has been available with a turbocharged engine since its introduction. The first generation of the Cruze, which was produced from 2008 to 2016, was available with a range of engine options,

Oil is the lifeblood of your car. It keeps the moving parts lubricated and running smoothly, so you can drive with a clear mind and know that your car will make it from point A to point B, but the parts that keep oil healthy and within your engine can be just as important. The oil pan gasket is one of these parts. The problems caused by a faulty one can start out relatively small,

Purchasing a new vehicle is exciting, but the moment you drive that shiny new car off the lot, it loses value. In fact, during the first year of ownership, a new car can lose as much as 20% of its initial value. The biggest advantage of buying a new car is knowing its history, and not having to worry about how well it was treated by previous owners Buying a used vehicle is a good

In terms of reliability, Toyota is one of the best auto manufacturers in the world. A 2015 commercial stated that at that point, 80% of Toyota vehicles sold were still on the road. That is an impressive statistic, and most of Toyota’s models through the years have been pretty bulletproof. The reliability and longevity of Toyotas mean many older examples are still available second-hand and can be purchased confidently. Toyota’s history is not spotless, and