Jill Ciminillo

Jill Ciminillo

Jill Ciminillo is a Chicago-based automotive writer, influencer, TikTok Creator, YouTube personality, and podcast host, with her articles appearing on websites such as U.S. News & World Report, Capital One Auto Navigator, Consumer Guide Automotive, A Girl's Guide to Cars, and Drive Chicago. Additionally, she co-hosts a weekly Car Stuff radio show via Talk Zone. Previously, Jill has been the automotive editor for the Chicago Sun-Times News Group as well as Sinclair Broadcast Group. She is also a past president for the Midwest Automotive Media Association and has the distinction of being the first female president for that organization. Jill is also currently a juror for the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) and Women's Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY).

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2026 Ford Mustang Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Ford Mustang Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 28, 2026

Ford's iconic Mustang has outlived its primary rivals, offering style, two rows of seating, ample features, and varying amoun...

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2026 Kia K5 Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Kia K5 Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 26, 2026

Interest in midsize sedans has waned in recent years, which is too bad given the existence of the Kia K5. Available with cons...

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2026 Ford F-150 Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Ford F-150 Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 25, 2026

As American as apple pie, the Ford F-150 full-size pickup greets the 2026 model year with new paint colors, added tech, and a...

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Ford Bronco Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Ford Bronco Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at May 21, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Ford Bronco, covering each generation since 1966. Whether you're a f...

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Volvo XC60 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Volvo XC60 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at May 21, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Volvo XC60, covering each generation since 2010. Whether you're a fi...

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2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 21, 2026

For 2026, Ford updates its F-250 Super Duty pickup truck with a few package and paint color changes, but key attributes such ...

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2026 Kia K4 Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Kia K4 Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 20, 2026

Not one to back down from a challenge, Kia launched its all-new 2025 K4 compact sedan to take on established models such as t...

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2026 Lexus TX Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Lexus TX Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 19, 2026

Still relatively fresh since its debut, the Lexus TX three-row midsize luxury gets only minor enhancements for the 2026 model...

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2026  Ford F-350 Super Duty Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Ford F-350 Super Duty Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 14, 2026

When it comes to extreme heavy-duty capability with room for up to six passengers and the latest in technology, the Ford F-35...

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2027 Toyota Land Cruiser Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2027 Toyota Land Cruiser Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 14, 2026

For 2027, the rugged and retro Toyota Land Cruiser carries on much as it has since its 2024 launch, though there are a couple...

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2027 Lucid Gravity Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2027 Lucid Gravity Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at May 14, 2026

A new player in the growing field of luxurious, midsize electric crossover SUVs, the two- or three-row Lucid Gravity gets add...

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Honda Prelude Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Honda Prelude Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at May 5, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Honda Prelude, covering every generation since 1978. Whether you're ...

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Lincoln Aviator Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Lincoln Aviator Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at May 5, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Lincoln Aviator, covering every generation since 2003. Whether you'r...

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Lexus LX Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Lexus LX Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at May 5, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Lexus LX covering each generation since 1996. Whether you're a first...

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Honda Pilot Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Honda Pilot Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at May 5, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Honda Pilot, covering every generation since 2003. Whether you're a ...

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Ram 3500 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Ram 3500 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at April 30, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Ram 3500, covering every generation since 1981. Whether you're a fir...

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Cadillac Escalade Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Cadillac Escalade Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at April 30, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Cadillac Escalade, covering each generation since 1999. Whether you'...

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Hyundai Venue Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Own

Hyundai Venue Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Own

Updated at April 29, 2026

Our definitive Hyundai Venue buying guide covers the history and specs of the single model generation available in the U.S., ...

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2026 Toyota Crown Signia Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Toyota Crown Signia Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at April 22, 2026

All-new last year, the Toyota Crown Signia premium crossover delivers hybrid efficiency with useful cargo space and seating f...

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2026 Nissan Rogue Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Nissan Rogue Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at April 17, 2026

Nissan keeps its popular Rogue crossover fresh with a new Dark Armor trim for 2026, which fills a slot formerly filled by the...

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2026 Rivian R1S Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Rivian R1S Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at April 15, 2026

One of a growing number of three-row crossover EVs, the Rivian R1S was revised last year but still gets a number of notable u...

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2026 Subaru Ascent Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Subaru Ascent Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at April 14, 2026

One of the lesser-known three-row crossovers on the market, the 2026 Subaru Ascent sees minor updates, including a larger sta...

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2026 Toyota Tundra Hybrid Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

2026 Toyota Tundra Hybrid Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

Updated at April 14, 2026

The 2026 Toyota Tundra Hybrid full-size pickup truck is fundamentally unchanged, but depending on configuration, you'll see n...

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Ford F-150 Lightning Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Own

Ford F-150 Lightning Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Own

Updated at April 10, 2026

Our definitive Ford F-150 Lightning buying guide covers the history and specs of this electric truck, how much you can expect...

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