Large and in charge – the redesigned 2025 Infiniti QX80 is a big, brash crossover, like the Cadillac Escalade. This luxury SUV has striking looks, lots of tech, and room for up to eight passengers with amenities throughout the cabin. But with its body-on-frame design, the ride isn’t as smooth as some rivals and fuel…
PORTLAND, Ore., – After rising last week in response to climbing crude oil prices, gas prices are stuck in neutral this week with minimal changes. Oil prices have settled down and that’s keeping pump prices relatively stable ahead of seasonal increases that typically begin in February and March. For the week, the national average for…
Other Top Travel Trends include Dupes, TV/Movie-related Travel and Cool-cations PORTLAND, Ore., – As 2025 begins, post-pandemic travel continues to surge. AAA expects a record number of Americans to take a cruise this year. For those who want to stay on solid ground, destinations that are similar to tried-and-true spots, locations portrayed in TV shows…
Mazda is known for making vehicles that are fun to drive – remember the Zoom Zoom campaign? The all-new CX-70 has arguably the best handing in the midsize SUV segment, and also boasts a high-end and spacious cabin and good fuel economy. Like many other midsize SUVs, the CX-70 isn’t quite as nice as the…
PORTLAND, Ore., – The price of crude oil jumped to $80 a barrel last week and that’s pushing pump prices higher in 45 states, including Oregon. Global oil prices have soared on concerns of tighter supplies as well as strong winter heating fuel demand. Investors are also keeping an eye on President Trump’s executive orders…
The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is a family-friendly midsize SUV with three rows of seating. It remains the largest vehicle Volkswagen sells in the U.S. The Atlas has pleasant handling, many standard features, a starting price that’s lower than several rivals, and its boxy shape makes for a roomy cabin and lots of cargo space. But…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are barely budging this week, even as crude oil prices jump to their highest prices since August. New U.S. sanctions on Russian oil producers and the blacklisting of 183 tankers believed to be part of a Russian shadow fleet delivering crude oil to China and India are driving concerns about…
The RZ is the one all-electric vehicle made by Lexus. This compact SUV is basically the EV version of the gas-powered RX and a cousin to the mainstream all-electric Toyota BZ4X and Subaru Solterra. The RZ is comfortable with many luxury touches, as you expect in a Lexus. However, the range of 196 to 266…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are ticking up in the first days of 2025. The major driver is a rally in crude oil prices. While the national average for regular gas came close to $3 a gallon in late 2024, it did not fall below that threshold. The Oregon average has been fairly steady for…
The Ford Explorer has been around for an eternity in the vehicle world. It was introduced way back in 1991 and played a significant role in making SUVs so popular in the U.S. For 2025, the Explorer gets refreshed and offers nimble handling, a spacious and comfortable cabin, and many modern amenities. But it’s still…