MINIs are so cute and stylish, and the John Cooper Works models are the performance versions of these fun cars. The John Cooper Works models are named after the racing legend who founded the Cooper Car Company and created the Mini Cooper. Base Price: $32,900 As Tested: $40,750 Horsepower: 228 Mileage: 25 mpg city/34 mpg…
For 2022 Gas Price News, visit: 2022 Oregon Gas Price News Updated 1/4/2022 Refinery, Distribution, Weather Issues Send Pump Prices Higher Oregon has largest weekly jump in the country PORTLAND, Ore., – A refinery fire in Texas and some distribution snags in the Pacific Northwest are putting upward pressure on pump prices as 2022…
The Forester is the best-selling model for Subaru. The compact SUV gets a new Wilderness trim for 2022 which gives the Forester more ground clearance and other features to up its off-road capability. If you’re looking for a more compact Subaru, but still want everything the wilderness edition has, check out the 2022 Subaru Outback…
The Mitsubishi Outlander has had a tough time standing out in the competitive small SUV segment but that should change with the 2022 model. The Outlander gets a makeover and now has a lot to offer including a smooth ride, an attractive and spacious interior and lots of standard and user-friendly tech. It’s also one…
PORTLAND, Ore. – With snow and below-freezing temperatures expected for much of Oregon, AAA Oregon/Idaho urges drivers to be prepared for winter driving conditions. The National Weather Service in Portland says the forecast looks increasingly wintry for even lower elevations of northwest Oregon as a prolonged period of below normal temperatures begins this weekend. “Make…
Audi, BMW, Lexus, Mercedes and Porsche – watch out because the new Genesis GV70 has joined the compact luxury SUV segment and is already a top contender in this popular class. The GV70 boasts nimble performance, a beautiful cabin and is jam packed with features and tech. Base Price: $52,600 As Tested: $65,045 Horsepower: 375…
Updated December 25, 2021 PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA projects 109 million Americans (33.2% of the population) will travel for the Christmas and New Year holidays, up 34% from 2020. This brings travel to nearly 93% of pre-pandemic levels in 2019. About 1.5 million Oregonians will pack their sleighs for a holiday trip. B-roll is available:…
The LS is the flagship sedan from Toyota’s upscale brand. As you’d expect in a Lexus, the LS 500 excels as a comfy cruiser and envelops the driver and passengers in a sumptuous and luxurious cabin. And the LS is one of the few large luxury sedans that’s available as a hybrid. One drawback, though,…
The Toyota Corolla was introduced way back in 1966 and has been one of the best sellers around the world since 1974. That many decades of success say a lot about the Corolla being a reliable, practical and comfortable compact car. Base Price: $24,865 As Tested: $28,154 Horsepower: 169 Mileage: 30 mpg city/38 mpg highway/33…
The Jeep Grand Wagoneer is brand new for 2021 and is an impressive addition to the luxury large SUV class. It’s large and in charge—a body-on-frame SUV with a powerful engine, posh interior, tons of space and is loaded with features and tech. The one big drawback is awful gas mileage. Base Price: $95,440 As…