Nissan Rogue vs. Honda CR-V: Which Compact SUV Fits a Chicago Driver?

Nissan Rogue vs. Honda CR-V: Which Compact SUV Fits a Chicago Driver?

Comparison Compact SUVs Chicago & North Shore Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Video by the Old Orchard Nissan marketing team | Published 10.22.2026 | Updated 11.02.2026 01 · At a Glance Nissan Rogue vs. Honda CR-V: The Numbers That Matter The Nissan Rogue vs. Honda CR-V decision is one of the […]


How to Buy a Car From a Dealership: 6 Steps From Our Showroom Floor

How to Buy a Car From a Dealership: 6 Steps From Our Showroom Floor

Buyer’s Guide Step-by-Step Guide Skokie Showroom Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Video by the Old Orchard Nissan marketing team | Published 10.16.2026 | Updated 11.13.2026 01 · At a Glance Buying From a Dealership: The Essentials How do you buy a car from a dealership, and what’s happening behind the desk […]


Best Used SUV Under $30,000 in Chicago: 3 Ways to Spend It (We Tested All Three)

Best Used SUV Under $30,000 in Chicago: 3 Ways to Spend It (We Tested All Three)

Buyer’s Guide Used SUVs Under $30,000 Skokie Showroom Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Video by the Old Orchard Nissan marketing team | Published 10.09.2026 | Updated 11.13.2026 01 · At a Glance Used SUVs Under $30,000: The Essentials What’s the best used SUV under $30,000 for a Chicago driver? We gave […]


Charging a Nissan LEAF at Home in Chicagoland: Chargers, Install Costs, and the ComEd Rebate

Charging a Nissan LEAF at Home in Chicagoland: Chargers, Install Costs, and the ComEd Rebate

EV Ownership Home Charging Guide Chicagoland Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Gary DeWig, Service Director | Published 09.18.2026 | Updated 11.12.2026 01 · At a Glance Home Charging at a Glance Buying a Nissan LEAF and then googling “what charger do I actually need” at 11 p.m. […]


Nissan Intelligent AWD: Which Models Have It and How It Handles Chicago Snow

Nissan Intelligent AWD: Which Models Have It and How It Handles Chicago Snow

Technology Explained All-Wheel Drive Chicago Winter Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Published 09.09.2026 | Updated 11.12.2026 01 · At a Glance Intelligent AWD at a Glance If you’ve typed “does the Nissan Rogue have AWD” or “is the Altima AWD” into a search bar before a Chicago winter, you’re not alone. […]


Nissan Lease vs. Buy: How the Math Works for Illinois Drivers

Nissan Lease vs. Buy: How the Math Works for Illinois Drivers

Buying & Financing Illinois Tax Rules Chicago & North Shore Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by the Old Orchard Nissan Finance Department | Published 09.04.2026 | Updated 11.12.2026 01 · At a Glance Lease vs. Buy in Illinois, at a Glance Most articles on whether to lease or […]


Nissan Pathfinder vs Toyota Highlander: Choosing a Three-Row SUV for Chicago Families

Nissan Pathfinder vs Toyota Highlander: Choosing a Three-Row SUV for Chicago Families

Comparison Three-Row SUVs Chicago Families Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Published 08.26.2026 | Updated 11.12.2026 01 · At a Glance Pathfinder vs. Highlander, at a Glance The Nissan Pathfinder vs Toyota Highlander question lands on a lot of the same shopping lists for a reason: similar size, similar promise of hauling […]


Nissan CVT Transmission: How It Works, Common Problems, and How to Make It Last

Nissan CVT Transmission: How It Works, Common Problems, and How to Make It Last

Ownership Guide Transmission & Maintenance Skokie Service Center Written by the Old Orchard Nissan Editorial Team | Reviewed & verified by Gary DeWig, Service Director | Published 08.21.2026 | Updated 11.12.2026 01 · At a Glance Nissan CVT, at a Glance If you’ve searched “are Nissan CVTs reliable” or “worst transmission ever built,” you’ve landed […]


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 | Published 08.13.2026 | Updated 10.14.2026 01 · At a Glance Hydroplaning at a Glance Hydroplaning can start around 35 mph — […]


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 | Published 08.12.2026 | Updated 10.12.2026 01 · At a Glance Your Nissan’s VIN at a Glance Position What it tells […]