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Southern Illinois University Carbondale is honoring two families as the 2023 Saluki Family of the Year winners during Family Weekend Celebration (Sept. 29-Oct. 1).

Some folks see an automobile as four wheels and a means to an end.

Some folks see an automobile as four wheels and a means to an end. Southern Illinois University Carbondale senior Angelina Lopez sees a good time solving problems.

Shortage of silicone microchips impacts vehicle manufacturers, dealerships Shortage of silicone microchips impacts vehicle manufacturers, dealerships By Colin Baillie | May 13, 2021 at 4:25 PM CDT - Updated May 13 at 5:25 PM MURPHYSBORO, Ill. (KFVS) - Are you noticing fewer and fewer newer vehicles on the road or at your local dealership? A shortage of silicone microchips is what’s holding back the production of newer car models. Nearly 3,000 or more silicone chips control almost everything in a modern car. A major back log is what’s delaying those newer car models. Part of the probl...

(WSIL) -- You've probably seen more and more of them on the road recently and it's likely you may have even ridden in one. Experts say more and more electric cars, or E-V's, are expected on the road in coming years. Shifting to Electric Vehicles The Chair of SIU's Automotive Department, Mike Behrmann, says that he's noticing a big shift in the industry. "Well there's a major shift occurring right now in the automotive industry, towards more electrification and electrical propulsion systems," said Behrmann. The shift to electric vehicles is happening, but it may not be for the reason you think...