The S60 Recharge is the plug-in hybrid version of Volvo’s sedan. It’s a good blend of luxury and performance – in fact, it has a whopping 455 horsepower! – and can go up to 41 miles on a charge. Drawbacks are a relatively small trunk and an infotainment system with a learning curve. While most…
PORTLAND, Ore., – The storm Hilary which battered California and sweltering temperatures across much of the U.S. from Texas to the Great Lakes may impact refinery production. Crude oil prices have moved a little lower and demand for gas in the U.S. has declined in the last week. But we may see reduced output from…
Labor Day bookings increase for the last holiday weekend of summer PORTLAND, Ore., – If you’re traveling for the Labor Day holiday weekend, expect lots of company. AAA booking data for flights, hotels, rental cars and cruises shows Labor Day travel is up compared to last year. Domestic bookings are up 4% and international bookings…
The 2023 Ioniq 6 is the latest electric vehicle from Hyundai, who’s been a leader in making mass-market EVs loaded with tech and luxury features. The Ioniq 6 is stylish and futuristic with nimble performance and an upscale cabin. Base Price: $56,100As Tested: $57,425Horsepower: 320Mileage: 111 MPGe city/94 MPGe highway/103 MPGe combined While its sibling,…
New AAA Research shows 37 million crashes could be prevented over the next 30 years PORTLAND, Ore., – New research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety projects that available driver assistance technologies could prevent approximately 37 million crashes, 14 million injuries, and nearly 250,000 deaths over the next 30 years. This would represent 16%…
The National and Oregon averages have been creeping up for the past month PORTLAND, Ore., – Higher crude oil prices continue to fuel higher pump prices. Gas prices have been inching up since mid-July, after crude oil prices climbed into the upper $70s and low $80s per barrel. In the last month, crude prices have…
The Lexus LC 500h is the hybrid version of the sporty coupe from Toyota’s upscale brand. The LC is sure a head-turner with its sleek lines and stunning looks – it’s safe to say that it’s the sexist car Lexus makes. While the hybrid doesn’t have the sheer power of its gas-powered sibling, it still…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices continue to rise in Oregon and most other states but the rate of increases has slowed. Pump prices climbed this summer due to a rally in crude oil prices and a decrease in refining due to severe heat across much of the U.S. A decrease in demand for gas in…
The all-new BMW i7 is the flagship of the German automaker’s luxury sedans. This stunning electric vehicle has impressive power, agile performance, an opulent interior loaded with features and tech, and a range of 296 to 318 miles depending on wheel size. But the i7 starts at nearly $120,000 and the price can climb even…
PORTLAND, Ore., – The national average for regular has jumped to its highest price of the year. Surging crude oil prices and heat-related refinery outages are the major drivers. Most states are seeing double-digit jumps this week, but Oregon is one of only nine states seeing small increases. For the week, the national average jumps…