Although its opening is likely a month away, Sugar Bowl has begun the snowmaking process. Situated off Interstate 80 at Norden exit, Sugar Bowl announced Oct. 30 it has begun making snow in preparation for the 2018-19 ski season. The Lake Tahoe-area resort will continue snowmaking as temperatures permit and is aiming for a Nov. 30 […]
Mt. Rose ski resort opening Oct. 19
This has become an annual occurrence. Mt. Rose will once again be the first Lake Tahoe ski resort to open for the 2018-19 season, running its lifts for the first time Friday, Oct. 19. Thanks to continued investments that have expanded the resort’s snowmaking system, Mt. Rose will offer access to three beginner ski trails […]
2018 Volkswagen Alltrack offers versatility
Wagons are very popular these days, possessing many of the characteristics that car buyers value in a sports utility vehicle. Add one more wagon to the list: Introduced a year ago, the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack possesses some enviable features that give it the versatility that appeals to people who enjoy staying active. That includes the […]
What’s new at Diamond Peak ski resort
What’s new at Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe? The resort recently announced some new features for the 2018-19 ski season. Located in Incline Village, Nevada, the family-friendly ski resort offers 655 acres and 1,840 vertical feet of skiing and snowboarding, with incredible views of Lake Tahoe. What’s new for the 2018-19 season New Lower […]
BMW X1 an affordable, luxury SUV
Luxury automobiles don’t always arrive with a hefty price tag. The 2018 BMW X1 is a prime example. BMW has the classy, compact sport utility vehicle priced at just over $34,000. Sure, the BMW X1 is not going to meet everyone’s needs. But if goal is purchasing a highly efficient, small SUV at a reasonable […]
Intriguing fall events at Resort at Squaw Creek
The Resort at Squaw Creek is offering some fall events that should be appealing for visitors to this Lake Tahoe destination hotel. Resort at Squaw Creek rests at the base of Squaw Valley ski resort and features an idyllic mountain setting. The resort has a variety of new offerings for fall, including a seasonal Halloween […]
Sugar Bowl increases snowmaking capability
New snowmaking capability is one primary focus for Sugar Bowl ski resort as we head into the 2018-19 ski season. Sugar Bowl invested the first $3 million of an $8 million snowmaking system upgrade this summer, doubling its water pumping capacity and reducing both the energy consumption and time it takes to cover its snowmaking […]
Camp Richardson hosting Oktoberfest
A fall tradition continues at Camp Richardson in Lake Tahoe, which will host the 24th annual Oktoberfest on Oct. 6-7. The Camp Richardson Historic Resort and Marina’s Oktoberfest will include more of everything – more food choices, beverages, and kids’ activities. The two-day festival runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Entrance and parking for […]
Ford Fusion hybrid a solid choice
It didn’t take long for the Ford Fusion to gain popularity. The midsize sedan debuted in 2006 and a dozen years later the vehicle is still included among the heavyweights in its class. The midsize sedan class has many solid vehicles – the competition is fierce. The segment includes Honda Accord, Chevrolet Malibu, Mazda 6, […]
2018 Lexus GX 460 needs redesign
Four years has been long enough. The Lexus GX 460 is due for an overhaul. Although Toyota and its luxury brand (Lexus) continue to offer a large variety of quality sport utility vehicles, that doesn’t mean the Japanese automaker can rest on its considerable laurels. The last meaningful update to the GX 460 came in […]