Toyota first came out with the Land Cruiser way back in 1951 to compete against the Jeep. These days, the Land Cruiser is much more luxurious but can still do some serious off-roading and towing with its body-on-frame design, V8 engine and full-time four-wheel-drive. For 2019 there are no big changes. The Land Cruiser…
Oregon has nation’s seventh-largest weekly jump and second-highest monthly increase PORTLAND, Ore., – Retail gas prices are very expensive for this time of year due to shrinking gasoline stocks from refinery maintenance, increased demand for gas and higher crude oil prices. For the week, the national average jumps eight cents to $2.83 a gallon, its…
Adaptive Driving Beam technology could improve road safety PORTLAND, Ore., Driving at night carries the highest fatality rate for both drivers and pedestrians but could be made safer by headlight technology already on the roads in Europe and Canada. New research from AAA finds that European vehicles equipped with adaptive driving beam headlights (ADB) increase…
Majority of U.S. travelers planning a summer getaway PORTLAND, Ore., – Millions of Americans are making plans for summer vacations. A new survey from AAA shows that two-thirds (64 percent) of those who are traveling this year plan to take vacations this summer. Many will visit theme parks, explore European cities or experience the Aloha…
Oregon has nation’s fourth-largest weekly jump and third-highest monthly increase PORTLAND, Ore., – Retail gas prices are shooting up with drivers in the West Coast, Rockies, Great Lakes and Central regions seeing the biggest jumps. For the week, the national average climbs a nickel to $2.75 a gallon. The Oregon average jumps 12 cents to…
Looking for a luxury three-row crossover with good fuel economy and nimble performance at a competitive price? The 2019 Acura MDX Hybrid delivers. However its interior isn’t as upscale and it has less cargo room than many rivals. Acura introduced the Hybrid MDX for the 2017 model year, then updated the infotainment system and…
Tightening Gasoline Supplies Drive Crude Oil and Pump Prices Higher PORTLAND, Ore., – Drivers are likely getting sticker shock as they fill up. Pump prices are shooting up across the country due to tightening supplies. For the week, the national average adds a nickel to $2.70 a gallon. The Oregon average jumps seven cents to…
The 2019 GMC Terrain is a perfectly fine compact SUV with an elegant cabin, good fuel economy and lots of standard features. However, this segment is so competitive that the Terrain doesn’t really stand out. Its starting price is also higher than many rivals. The five-passenger Terrain got a makeover for 2018 and gets…
Thirteen States including Oregon have double-digit Increases PORTLAND, Ore., – Drivers in all 50 states are seeing higher pump prices due to increasing demand and tightening gasoline stocks across the country. For the week, the national average shoots up nine cents to $2.65 a gallon. The Oregon average jumps 12 cents to $2.99. “March gas…
Road trips most popular for family getaways PORTLAND, Ore., – From coast to coast, families are gearing up for another year of exciting travel adventures with their loved ones. According to a recent AAA Travel survey, nearly 100 million Americans – 4 in 10 U.S. adults – are planning to take a family vacation in…