The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is one of only a few compact SUVs available with three rows of seating. It’s well-rounded for families with a roomy and handsome interior, plenty of cargo space, a smooth ride, and a long list of standard features, all at a competitive price. But sluggish acceleration, below average fuel economy, and…
Fatal crashes involving teen drivers spike between Memorial Day and Labor Day PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA finds that the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are when crash fatalities involving teen drivers rise. Nationwide, 7,316 people died in summertime crashes involving teen drivers from 2012 to 2021. That’s an average of eight people…
PORTLAND, Ore., – The seasonal surge in gasoline demand ahead of the Memorial Day weekend sent pump prices climbing as drivers fueled up for holiday road trips. The deal to raise the nation’s debt ceiling may also bring a rally in oil and gas prices. Still, drivers are saving about a dollar a gallon compared…
The new Toyota Crown is a cross between a sedan and an SUV. It has unique styling with a raked roofline and raised ride height. It’s only available as a traditional hybrid and comes equipped with all-wheel drive and a long list of standard features. It’ll be interesting to see if the Crown catches on…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Most states are seeing pump prices change by a dime or less on the week as the Memorial Day holiday approaches. Drivers taking a holiday road trip will find gas prices about a dollar a gallon cheaper than last year. For the week, the national average for regular adds a penny to…
The 2023 Genesis G90 is a stunner inside and out. This impressive large sedan from Hyundai’s upscale brand has everything you’d want in a luxury vehicle including lively performance, a cushy ride, top notch materials, and a long list of standard features and tech. While the price is higher than previous models, it’s still a…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Greater demand for gasoline and lower crude oil costs are basically cancelling each other out, leading to minimal changes in gas prices this week. Crude has been in the low $70s for the last several days, leading to fairly stable pump prices as we approach Memorial Day. For the week, the national…
2023 Travel Volume will be Third Busiest on Record PORTLAND, Ore., – Memorial Day 2023 is expected to be the third busiest on record. AAA projects 42.3 million Americans (12.6% of the population) will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend. This is an increase of 7% over 2022. In all, 2.7…
The Cadillac Escalade is enormous and opulent. Its sheer size and aggressive looks make it stand out, and the posh and roomy cabin is loaded with premium materials, features and tech. There’s a new V-Series trim that ups the performance. The downside is poor fuel economy. Base Price: $149,195As Tested: $154,765Horsepower: 682Mileage: 11 mpg city/16…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Lower crude oil prices and a drop in U.S. demand for gas are helping to push pump prices lower in 47 states, including Oregon. Crude remains below $75 a barrel, and the transition to summer-blend fuel has mostly wrapped up across the country. For the week, the national average for regular drops…