PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are ticking down in most states, including Oregon. Refineries are cranking out plenty of product for the summer driving season. However, the price of crude oil has climbed above $65 per barrel, which could cause pump prices to inch up soon. For the week, the national average for regular slips…
The MINI Countryman SE ALL4 is an all-new model for 2025. It’s the all-electric version of MINI’s first-ever SUV. It has cute styling, zippy handling, a spacious cabin, and unique infotainment system but the range is limited and the price tag is relatively steep. Base Price: $45,200As Tested: $51,145Horsepower: 308Mileage: 99 mpg city/94 mpg highway/96…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are edging lower as June begins even as crude oil prices are climbing. The Ukrainian attacks on Russia are putting upward pressure on oil prices, but prices remain below $65 per barrel. This is helping to keep pump prices calm even as demand for gasoline climbs. For the week, the…
But Oregon remains a leader in EV adoption PORTLAND, Ore., – New research from AAA finds that 16% of Americans say they would be likely or very likely to buy an electric vehicle (powered exclusively by electricity, not a hybrid or plug-in hybrid) for their next car. This is down from 18% in last year’s…
The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio stands out in a crowd for its Italian flair and enthusiastic performance. This small SUV is a driver’s car that begs to carve twisty back roads and soar down the highway, and comes standard with all-wheel drive. But the cabin isn’t as posh and it has less cargo space than…
Elegant, quick, fun to drive, and plenty of Scandinavian charm. That’s the 2025 Volvo XC60 T8. This luxury plug-in hybrid SUV comes well-equipped, has a stylish interior and has an all-electric range of 35 miles. Base Price: $75,250As Tested: $77,345Horsepower: 455Mileage: 28 MPG combined / 63 MPGe gas + electric The XC60 T8 used to…
The CR-V has been one of Honda’s most popular vehicles and one of the best-selling SUVs in the country since its U.S. debut in 1997. The CR-V Hybrid takes everything you know and love from the CR-V and adds peppier handling and a more efficient power train. The 2025 CR-V Hybrid is a solid family…
National Average Steady PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are rising in Oregon and other West Coast states after a fire last week at a refinery in Benicia, California in the Bay Area. The Valero refinery produces 145,000 barrels per day. Any kind of disruption to a refinery or pipeline on the West Coast tends to…
2025 Travel Volume will set New Record, driven by Road Trips Updated May 26, 2025 PORTLAND, Ore., – Travel over the Memorial Day weekend this year is expected to set a new record. AAA projects 45.1 million Americans (13.2% of the population) will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend. This is…
If a sports car and a luxury SUV had a baby, it would be the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition. This Bimmer is fast and fun, with dynamic handling, a posh cabin, and lots of tech. But it’s spendy and has a firmer ride than some rivals. Base Price: $124,800As Tested: $140,175Horsepower: 617Mileage: 13 mpg…