Congratulations to Oregon’s AAA Four Diamond hotels! A brief description of each property, along with AAA Inspector Notes, are provided below. (The year listed by each establishment indicates the year the property first received the current, consecutively maintained Diamond rating.) BEND The Oxford Hotel (2010) In the heart of downtown, the level of personal…
Eight states see pump prices climb by a nickel or more PORTLAND, Ore., – A drop in demand for gasoline, along with planned and unplanned maintenance at refineries are impacting retail gasoline prices. Some states are seeing prices rise or fall by a nickel or more while prices in other states, including Oregon, are relatively…
Take basic safety precautions to reduce dangers of winter travel PORTLAND, Ore. – Oh, the weather is expected to be frightful this weekend with snow forecast for the Portland area and much of the Willamette Valley. AAA Oregon/Idaho urges drivers to be be ready for snow and ice during winter driving conditions. “Make sure you…
Cold and hot weather can have significant impact PORTLAND, Ore., – Freezing temperatures and hot weather can significantly reduce the driving range of electric vehicles. New research from AAA reveals that when temperatures dip to 20°F and the HVAC system is used to heat the inside of the vehicle, the average driving range of an EV…
The Equinox is a pretty good compact SUV. It delivers a smooth ride and better than average fuel efficiency with a lower starting price than many rivals. However, there’s nothing that really makes it stand out in this very competitive segment. The five-passenger Equinox was refreshed for the 2018 model year and gets some minor…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Pump prices in Oregon continue to tick down while the national average is flat. U.S. demand for gas surged near summertime highs, in part due to drivers filling up ahead of last week’s record cold across much of the eastern half of the country. For the week, the national average remains at…
Oregon has fifth-largest weekly drop in the Nation PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are increasing in nearly half of the states this week, sending the national average for regular slightly higher. For the week, the national average adds a penny to $2.26 a gallon while the Oregon average loses three cents to $2.80. This is…
The Hyundai Santa Fe gets a makeover for 2019 with improved handling, more room and even more standard features, giving buyers a lot of value for the money. Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and several driver assistance features are now included on every trim. It’s no wonder the Santa Fe is the best-selling SUV for the…
PORTLAND, Ore., – The national average for regular is creeping up while the Oregon average continues to fall. For the week, the national average adds a penny to $2.25 a gallon while the Oregon average slides four cents to $2.83. This is the third-largest weekly drop in the nation. The Oregon average is now at…
The Lexus ES gets redesigned for 2019 and offers more safety features, better fuel efficiency and livelier performance than the outgoing model, especially with the addition of the new F Sport package. But while the ES boasts a smooth ride and a quiet, upscale and roomy cabin, there’s nothing that really makes it pop out…