PORTLAND, Ore., – New research from AAA finds that one-quarter of Americans say they would be likely to buy an electric vehicle (powered exclusively by electricity, not a hybrid or plug-in hybrid) for their next auto purchase, with Millennials and Gen Z leading the way. The number one reason is to save money on fuel…
Subcompact crossovers are hot and the Mazda CX-30 stands out in this class for its peppy performance and engaging handling. If you want a small crossover that’s fun to drive, the CX-30 definitely delivers. It also boasts a smooth ride, nice cabin, decent passenger and cargo room, and many standard features and tech. Base Price:…
The 2022 Ioniq 5 is the brand new electric crossover from Hyundai. It checks a lot of boxes: It has a range of as much as 300 miles and fast charging times, it’s quick with engaging driving dynamics, is loaded with standard features and tech, and has plenty of room for passengers and cargo. Plus…
The redesigned Nissan Pathfinder is a huge improvement over the previous model. While it may not get the attention of competitors like the Ford Expedition, Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander and relative newcomers the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride, the Pathfinder is now a strong contender among three-row crossovers. Base Price: $48,000 As Tested: $51,790 Horsepower:…
Updated 7/4/2022 PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA says the travel volume for the 4th of July holiday is just shy of 2019 with 47.9 million Americans (14.5% of the population) including 549,000 Oregonians taking a trip. This is up 3.7% over 2021, bringing travel volumes almost to pre-pandemic levels. The biggest surprise is car travel will…
The WRX is one of the performance cars from Subaru, along with the BRZ. Both get updated for 2022 but both retain the nimble, athletic handling they’re known for. Base Price: $41,895 As Tested: $42,890 Horsepower: 271 Mileage: 19 mpg city/25 mpg highway/21 mpg combined The WRX was first introduced in Japan in 1992 and…
The Cadillac XT5 is a solid offering in the luxury midsize SUV class. It costs less than most competitors, has an upscale and roomy interior, and comes well equipped. But it doesn’t stand out in this segment because most rivals offer more luxury and better performance. Base Price: $55,895 As Tested: $69,765 Horsepower: 310 Mileage:…
The Honda Civic is a great compact car. It’s been popular since its introduction in the 1970s and keeps getting better. It comes in sedan and hatchback body styles and in many different trims and configurations so you can get the Civic that’s right for you. Anyone shopping for a small car should check it…
PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA finds that the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are when the number of crash fatalities involving teen drivers rise. In Oregon, 75 people died in crashes involving teen drivers during the “100 deadliest days” in the 10 years from 2011 through 2020. This averages to eight people dying…
The Lexus NX is a nice luxury compact SUV with a smooth ride, classy interior and lots of bells and whistles, all at a reasonably low price for the class. But this is a competitive segment full of heavy hitters, and the NX has a hard time standing out from the likes of the Acura…