2019 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth

The Fiat 124 Spider and Mazda MX-5 Miata are both cute, peppy roadsters. They share the same platform and lots of other features, and have similar sticker prices. The Miata has sportier handling while the Spider has slightly more trunk room.   The two-seat Spider was introduced for the 2017 model year and saw few…

Minimal Movement in Gas Prices Following Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend

Oregon and other West Coast states enjoy largest declines PORTLAND, Ore., – Pump prices are showing little movement following the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. More than half of the states, including Oregon, are seeing prices tick down. For the week, the national average remains at $2.59 a gallon. The Oregon average dips three cents to $3.18.…

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic

The GLC is the best-selling Mercedes-Benz in the U.S. It’s luxurious, peppy and loaded with features and tech, making it a top contender in the competitive luxury SUV/crossover category.   The five-passenger GLC was introduced for the 2016 model year and has received updates every year. For 2020, the GLC gets refreshed with an upgraded…

2019 Genesis G70 AWD 3.3T Sport

Genesis is Hyundai’s luxury brand and makes some awfully nice sedans. At first Genesis was part of the Hyundai line-up, then branched out on its own four years ago. Since then, Genesis has given Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and other upscale brands a run for the money.   The five-passenger G70 is the smallest and cheapest…

2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate AWD

Subcompact SUVs and crossovers are hot. They’re practical and versatile, have good fuel efficiency, cost less than larger vehicles, and often have all-wheel-drive. They’re a good option for folks who just don’t need a large vehicle.   The five-passenger Hyundai Kona was introduced for the 2018 model year and immediately became a contender in the…

2019 Range Rover Sport HSE

Looking for a luxury midsize SUV with a posh cabin and status symbol badge that can also do serious off-roading? The 2019 Range Rover Sport can take you to the ballet one evening, and then forge a mountain stream the next day.   The Range Rover Sport was updated for the 2014 model year and…

2020 Lexus LC 500

The Lexus LC 500 is definitely a head turner. Within minutes of hopping into this big six-figure sport coupe, I got several thumbs up and appreciate glances. I get to test drive a new car every week and it’s rare that a vehicle gets this much attention!   LC stands for Luxury Coupe. But think…