AAA has advice for parents, teens as “100 Deadliest Days” begin 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, 72 people died in crashes involving teen drivers in the 10 years from 2010 through 2019.…
The Lexus LX is basically a dressed-up version of the Toyota Land Cruiser. It’s an old-school SUV with truck-like body-on-frame construction and has serious off-roading chops. Otherwise, the LX is showing its age and probably isn’t the best choice for drivers who want a large luxury SUV and will rarely venture off paved roads. It…
A minivan that gets 35 mpg? Yep, the Toyota Sienna gets redesigned for 2021 and is now only available with a hybrid powertrain. It also has aggressive new exterior styling that gives it a bold look. The Sienna is comfortable, easy to drive, and comes with a slew of standard features and tech, but has…
Spirited handling? Check. Classy cabin? Check. Smooth ride? Check. User-friendly infotainment system? Check. Lots of standard driver assistance tech? Check. The 2021 Mazda3 checks all the boxes and stands out in the super competitive compact car class. It’s available as a sedan or hatchback and in lots of trims so you can get the one…
485,000 Oregonians expected to kick off summer with a trip PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA projects a significant rebound in the number of Americans planning to travel this Memorial Day holiday weekend with 37 million Americans (11.2% of the population) expected to travel 50 miles or more from home. This is up 60% from last year…
I like to think of the MINI Cooper as a dorm room on wheels. It’s cute, stylish, and fun and can be customized to fit your personality. It’s also got energetic handling and user-friendly tech but comes with a higher price tag, fewer standard features and less cargo space than other subcompact cars. Base Price:…
If you’ve got more than 100-grand to shell out for a midsize luxury SUV, the GLE 63 delivers smokin’ performance, an opulent cabin, and cutting-edge technology and safety features. It’s basically a sports car in the body of an SUV. This over-the-top Benz can take you from the track to a camping trip. Base Price:…
The E-class is what many drivers picture when they think of a Mercedes-Benz. It’s classy and luxurious, has a cushy and composed ride, and is loaded with features and tech. 2021 Mercedes-Benz E450 4MATIC Coupe Base Price: $67,450 As Tested: $81,589 Horsepower: 362 Mileage: 23 mpg city/30 mpg highway/25 mpg combined The E-class was first…
You don’t hear many people say, “I’m looking for a high-end luxury sedan so I think I’ll try a Genesis.” But more people should think this way. The Genesis G80 is all-new for 2021 and it’s gorgeous. It gives you everything you want in a luxury vehicle without the high sticker price. Base Price: $47,700…
As 4/20 approaches, AAA Survey Finds Users of Both Admit Dangerous Driving Behaviors PORTLAND, Ore., – People who use both alcohol and marijuana are some of the most dangerous drivers on the road – they are significantly more likely to speed, text, intentionally run red lights, and drive aggressively than those who don’t, according to…