Here and everywhere else, OEM stands for “Original Equipment Manufacturer.” So, OEM automotive components are the official, genuine parts produced directly by your vehicle’s maker. Many aftermarket manufacturers develop parts that are designed to fit on multiple models of vehicles in order to mass produce them. This often leads to ill-fitting parts that require…
If you’re searching for a spacious, well-equipped SUV for your Chicago family, the new Hyundai Palisade for sale at Patrick Hyundai deserves a second look. The most popular trim levels for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade are the SE, SEL, and Limited, but which option has the features you desire most for travels to Arlington Heights? Patrick Hyundai highlights…
The 2021 Hyundai Venue is available in three unique trims, and each has a lot to offer. The Venue SE, Venue SEL, and Venue Denim configurations all deliver impressive fuel economy, generous interior capacities, and design elements that are sure to turn heads on Chicago streets. Of course, each of the Hyundai Venue trim levels…
Are you in the market to buy a new car but dread coming into the dealership? Lucky for you, Patrick Hyundai has an extremely convenient way around this! Introducing: Patrick Direct. Where you can buy a new, certified or used car from the comfort of your own home or workplace. Whether you live near Chicago,…
Winter in the Chicagoland area: it’s an achievement for your vehicle to overcome yearly. Freezing rain, snow, the polar vortex and black ice are just a few challenges your vehicle endures. Making sure your vehicle is serviced for the season can extend the life of the vehicle and it helps to protect your checkbook from…
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 11, 2021 – The 2021 Hyundai Elantra was named winner of the 2021 North American Car of the Year award today by the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) automotive media jury. This is the second time the Hyundai sedan has won Car of the Year (2012)….
The average time people keep their cars has changed in recent years as many customers choose to upgrade every two or three years or maybe your lifestyle has changed, that’s where the “Vehicle Upgrade Program” comes in. The Vehicle Upgrade Program is a vehicle replacement program that allows you to upgrade to a vehicle with…
Some do and some don’t. Some will and some won’t. What does it mean to lease a vehicle? Leasing allows you to get into a more expensive vehicle or one with more options because you are only paying for the time you are using it. Technically, the leasing company owns the car and they are…
Unfortunately, accidents do happen; and when they do, you want to forget about it as soon as possible. If you weren’t aware, you can choose your own auto body repair facility under Illinois law. While you might like the people at your local body shop, they may not have the experience or equipment to help….
You’ve chosen to lease a Hyundai and now your lease is coming to end, so now what? You have 3 basic options when your Hyundai lease matures: Buy it for the residual value – Buying your current lease at its residual value, which is the car’s estimated worth at the end of your lease term…
