At more than $3,000 per year, the hidden cost often goes unnoticed until time of resale BOISE – (September 13, 2018) – Buyer beware: in the excitement of buying the newest and shiniest car on the lot, prospective owners sometimes fail to account for depreciation – on average, an expense of more than $3,000 per…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Retail gas prices are fairly flat as demand for gasoline dipped slightly and gas inventories showed small gains. For the week, the national average for regular adds a penny to $2.84 while Oregon’s average remains at $3.26. Hurricane Florence could cause pump prices to spike on the East Coast this week, especially…
Gordon could impact pump prices in the short-term PORTLAND, Ore., – Demand for gasoline soared to its highest level ever on record but pump prices are fairly stable in most states, including Oregon. For the week, the national average for regular remains at $2.83 while Oregon’s average ticks up two cents to $3.26. The latest…
But post-Labor Day, reduced demand and cheaper winter-blend fuel could bring relief BOISE – (August 29, 2018) – In a summer marked by strong travel activity, Idaho gas prices recently landed among the top five most expensive in the country. “In recent years, the Gem State has often ranked 7th to 9th in the nation…
Oregon drivers to pay highest prices for the holiday in two years PORTLAND, Ore., – Retail gas prices are fairly flat in most states as we head into the last holiday weekend of the summer. For the week, the national average for regular ticks up half a cent to $2.84 while Oregon’s average slips half…
Safety partners promoting “School’s Open, Drive Carefully” at Taft Elementary BOISE – (August 27, 2018) – AAA, the Idaho Transportation Department and the Boise Police Department will team up for a media event to promote safe driving in school zones. The event will be held Tuesday, August 28 at Taft Elementary (3722 W Anderson St.,…
Find ways to save on indoor fun and activities that let you explore the sights and sounds of Pacific Northwest culture. Learn about Oregon’s state history at the Oregon Historical Society, admire exhibitions and collections at the local art museums in Portland and Boise, or attend the Oregon Symphony for an evening of beautiful classical…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Retail gas prices are slowly moving lower as the summer driving season tapers off. Drivers in most states including Oregon are seeing small decreases at the pumps. For the week, the national average for regular loses three cents to $2.83 while Oregon’s average dips two cents to $3.25. Prices have backed away…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Ride-hailing services are a popular and convenient transportation option, but a new AAA analysis shows they are not a cost-effective replacement for vehicle ownership. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the average driver in an urban area drives 10,841 miles per year. Relying on ride-hailing services as a primary mode…
Average ride-hailing customer pays 2-3 times the annual cost of vehicle ownership BOISE – (August 21, 2018) – Ride-hailing services can come in handy in certain situations, but don’t plan on making the full-time switch from driver to permanent passenger just yet – the average ride-hailing customer would need to pay two to three times…