Understanding Hydroplaning: What It Is and How to Prevent It

Understanding Hydroplaning: What It Is and How to Prevent It

Starts at 35 MPH What to Do in the Moment Chicago Wet-Road Data Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Gary DeWig, Service Director, Old Orchard Nissan 01 · At a Glance Hydroplaning at a Glance Hydroplaning can start around 35 mph — you don’t need highway speed or […]


Nissan VIN Decoder: How to Read Your Car’s VIN

Nissan VIN Decoder: How to Read Your Car’s VIN

17 Characters Decoded Model Year Chart Used-Car Buyer’s Guide Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Tim McKay, Fixed Operations Director, Bear Auto Group / Old Orchard Nissan 01 · At a Glance Your Nissan’s VIN at a Glance Position What it tells you 1–3 Country and manufacturer (Nissan […]


How Car Loan Pre-Approval Works

How Car Loan Pre-Approval Works

Pre-Qualified vs. Pre-Approved Soft Pull Option Illinois Buyer’s Guide Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by the Finance Department, Old Orchard Nissan / Bear Auto Group 01 · At a Glance Car Loan Pre-Approval at a Glance Question Short answer Pre-qualification vs. pre-approval An estimate vs. a verified, conditional […]


The Evolution of the GT-R: From Skyline to Supercar

The Evolution of the GT-R: From Skyline to Supercar

Skyline vs. GT-R 1969–2025 History Chicago Import Guide Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Tim McKay, Fixed Operations Director, Bear Auto Group / Old Orchard Nissan 01 · At a Glance The GT-R at a Glance Question Short answer Skyline vs. GT-R? “Skyline GT-R” (1969–2002) was Japan-only; the […]


Nissan Rogue vs Chevy Equinox (Chicago Buyer’s Guide)

Nissan Rogue vs Chevy Equinox (Chicago Buyer’s Guide)

Rogue vs. Equinox 2026 Comparison Chicago Buyer’s Guide Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Tim McKay, Fixed Operations Director, Bear Auto Group / Old Orchard Nissan 01 · The Matchup Two Compact SUVs, One Clear Winner Yes, we sell Nissans at Old Orchard Nissan in Skokie — so […]


Nissan Dashboard Warning Lights: Symbols and What They Mean

Nissan Dashboard Warning Lights: Symbols and What They Mean

Dashboard Warning Lights Owner’s Guide Skokie Service Center Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Gary DeWig, Service Director 01 · Start Here Read the Color, Not Every Icon A dashboard light flickering on while you’re merging onto the Edens isn’t the moment you want to be guessing what […]


Nissan Sentra vs Altima: Which Nissan Sedan Is Right for You?

Nissan Sentra vs Altima: Which Nissan Sedan Is Right for You?

Sentra vs. Altima 2026 Comparison Chicago Sedan Guide Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Tim McKay, Fixed Operations Director, Bear Auto Group / Old Orchard Nissan 01 · The Matchup Which Nissan Sedan Is Right for You? Here’s the fastest way to decide: if you need real winter […]


Nissan Pathfinder vs Honda Pilot: 3-Row SUV Showdown

Nissan Pathfinder vs Honda Pilot: 3-Row SUV Showdown

Pathfinder vs. Pilot 2026 Comparison Chicago 3-Row SUV Guide Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Tim McKay, Fixed Operations Director, Bear Auto Group / Old Orchard Nissan 01 · The Matchup 3-Row SUV Showdown Here’s the fastest way to decide: boat or hockey bags — pick one. The […]


Nissan Frontier vs Toyota Tacoma: Which Midsize Truck Wins?

Nissan Frontier vs Toyota Tacoma: Which Midsize Truck Wins?

Frontier vs. Tacoma 2026 Comparison Chicago Truck Buyer’s Guide Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Tim McKay, Fixed Operations Director, Bear Auto Group / Old Orchard Nissan 01 · The Matchup Which Midsize Truck Wins? When you’re cross-shopping midsize pickups in the Chicago, IL area, the Nissan Frontier […]