The arrival of the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Tulluride changed the game when it came to three-row crossovers, and competitors such as the Honda Pilot had to up the ante. The Pilot gets fully redesigned for 2023 and becomes a stronger rival to the class leaders. Base Price: $48,700As Tested: $50,500Horsepower: 285Mileage: 18 mpg city/23…
AAA expects 2023 to be second-busiest for holiday travel PORTLAND, Ore., – Pump prices are at their seasonal lows as millions of Americans head out on holiday trips. Prices are down week-over-week in 48 states, including Oregon. However, the national average has ticked up overnight, signaling that it could have bottomed out. The major drivers…
The Lexus RX has been a top seller for Toyota’s luxury brand since its debut in 1998. Back then, it was the first ever luxury crossover and it went on to shape what is now an extremely popular category. For 2023, the RX gets a makeover. While comfort is still the name of the game…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices continue their downward movement in all 50 states as the holidays approach. Most gas stations in Oregon are now selling regular gas for less than $4 a gallon, and nationwide, about 60% of all fuel locations have gas below $3 a gallon. Lower crude oil costs and the typical lower…
AAA expects 115 million Americans including 1.6 million Oregonians to head away from home for the holidays Updated Dec. 25, 2023 PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA projects 115.2 million Americans (33.8% of the population) will travel 50 miles or more for the Christmas and New Year holidays. This is up 2.2% from 2022 and the second-highest…
The Ford F-150 has been the most popular pick-up in the U.S. for 47 consecutive years, counting sales in 2023. When Ford introduced the all-electric F-150 Lightning for the 2022 model year, it had to be as good as its gas-powered sibling. Ford delivered – the F-150 Lightning is capable with decent towing and hauling…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Drivers continue to enjoy savings at the pumps with gas prices moving lower in most states. The Oregon average has dipped below $4 a gallon for the first time since April 12. Growth in gasoline supplies and the seasonal lull in demand are the major factors. A decision by OPEC+ last week…
Like many other automakers, Mercedes is producing more electric vehicles. The 2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV becomes the brand’s first performance-oriented SUV. It’s fast and furious with more than 600 horses under the hood but has a smaller range of about 235 miles. Base Price: $109,300As Tested: $127,400Horsepower: 617Mileage: 77 MPGe city/71 MPGe highway/74 MPGe combined…
New AAA survey finds most Americans are speeding, texting and running red lights PORTLAND, Ore., – A new report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows that nearly 60% of drivers admit to risky driving behaviors such as speeding, distracted driving, and aggressive driving. The annual Traffic Safety Culture Index survey questioned drivers about…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices continue to fall, giving consumers an early holiday gift of savings at the pumps. Lower crude oil prices and lackluster demand for gas are the driving factors. But news of possible production cuts by OPEC+ this week could send crude oil prices higher and potentially slow or end the declines…