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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).

Articles written by this author:

Toyota 4Runner Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Toyota 4Runner Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Toyota 4Runner, covering every generation since 1984. Whether you're...

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Toyota Tundra Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Toyota Tundra Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Toyota Tundra, covering every generation since 2000. Whether you're ...

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Subaru Ascent Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Subaru Ascent Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Subaru Ascent, covering generations since 2019. Whether you're a fir...

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Tesla Model X Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Tesla Model X Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Our definitive Tesla Model S buying guide covers all the bases, with detailed info on the model's history, specs, and the bes...

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Volvo S80 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Volvo S80 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Volvo S80, covering each generation since 1999. Whether you're a fir...

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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

by Jill Ciminillo

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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Nissan Titan Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Nissan Titan Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Nissan Titan, covering generations since 2004. Whether you're a firs...

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Subaru Impreza Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Subaru Impreza Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Our definitive Subaru Impreza buying guide covers the history and specs of each of the six model generations, how much you ca...

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Subaru Legacy Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Subaru Legacy Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Subaru Legacy, covering each generation since 1990. Whether you're a...

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Tesla Model Y Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Tesla Model Y Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Our definitive Tesla Model Y buying guide covers everything you need to know about this hugely popular EV, including its spec...

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Tesla Model S Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Tesla Model S Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Our definitive Tesla Model S buying guide has all the info you need, with in-depth analysis on the model's history, specs, an...

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

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

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Lexus IS covering each generation since 2001. Whether you're a first...

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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

by Jill Ciminillo

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

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

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Lexus TX covering each generation since 2024. Whether you're a first...

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Audi A6 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Audi A6 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Audi A6 covering each generation since 1994. Whether you're a first-...

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Audi A7 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Audi A7 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Audi A7 covering each generation since 2012. Whether you're a first-...

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BMW 2 Series Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

BMW 2 Series Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate BMW 2 Series buying guide, covering each generation since 2014. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a ...

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

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

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Ford Bronco Sport, covering generations since 2021. Whether you're a...

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Hyundai Genesis Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Hyundai Genesis Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Hyundai Genesis, covering generations since 2009. Whether you're a f...

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Hyundai Veloster Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Hyundai Veloster Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

by Jill Ciminillo

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Hyundai Veloster, covering generations since 2012. Whether you're a ...

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2026 Toyota bZ Woodland Review

2026 Toyota bZ Woodland Review

by Jill Ciminillo

The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland joins Toyota’s growing EV lineup with some mild off-road chops, moderate range, and a very comfor...

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2026 Jeep Gladiator: Price, Specs and Release Date

2026 Jeep Gladiator: Price, Specs and Release Date

by Jill Ciminillo

Introduced for the 2020 model year, the Jeep Gladiator is built on the same platform as the rugged Wrangler SUV.

2026 Lexus LX Hybrid: Price, Specs and Release Date

2026 Lexus LX Hybrid: Price, Specs and Release Date

by Jill Ciminillo

Though the Lexus LX has been available in North America since the 1996 model year, 2025 marked the introduction of the first ...

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2026 Lexus NX Hybrid: Price, Specs and Release Date

2026 Lexus NX Hybrid: Price, Specs and Release Date

by Jill Ciminillo

Last redesigned in 2022, the 2026 Lexus NX 350h and 450h+ receive minor updates but are largely carryover models. Each PHEV m...

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