The increased popularity of small SUVs and some stiff competition from two longtime rivals have combined to drastically minimize sales of the Hyundai Sonata over the past decade. Sonata sales were at a peak during a five-year period (2011-2015), with numbers ranging between 203,000 and 230,00. But the decline came quick with sales plummeting under […]
Palisades Tahoe offering Labor Day savings for ski season
If you happen to be a skier or snowboarder who loves the slopes in Lake Tahoe, Labor Day weekend could be a cost-saving day. Palisades Tahoe is offering a plan for a more affordable ski season. This Labor Day Weekend, guests can lock in big savings on lift tickets, rentals, lessons, and gear. The savings range […]
Lexus TX 350 has strong in-house rival
Introduced a year ago, the 2025 Lexus TX 350 delivers luxury, technology and practicality, making it a solid choice among the class of three-row midsize SUVs. However, because they resemble each other so much, we wonder if it’s smarter to go with the Toyota Grand Highlander. The luxury TX 350 and the Grand Highlander share […]
Opening dates for several Tahoe ski resorts
It’s still premature to be looking ahead at the 2025-26 ski season. However, several Tahoe ski resorts recently announced their projected opening date. The three Vail Resorts in Lake Tahoe – Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood – have a projected opening day, along with Palisades Tahoe. In the Tahoe region, the Vail Epic Pass is three-fold with […]
FlyTahoe’s planned cross-lake electric flying ferry
The Lake Tahoe Regional Transportation Plan has identified a new feature to the region that will help ease the transportation issue. FlyTahoe’s planned cross-lake electric flying ferry – Candela P-12 – has been highlighted as a key environmental improvement project by the Tahoe transportation organization. The proposed project offers a potential solution to cut traffic, […]
Genesis GV70: luxury SUV at affordable price
Much like its parent company (Hyundai), luxury brand Genesis produces some high quality, standard vehicles at a modest sticker price. Want a bargain, practically any Genesis vehicle will almost certainly come up several thousand dollars less than its competition, which includes the likes of Mercedes, BMW and Porsche. The 2026 Genesis GV70 is a good […]
Vail Resorts makes skiing with friends more affordable
Got a friend you want to ski or ride with, yet unlike you, they don’t have the Vail Epic Pass for Lake Tahoe? That issue just got less problematic from a financial standpoint, thanks to a new ticket plan offered for the 2025-26 ski season. Vail Resorts wants to make it easier for season ticket […]
Toyota Tacoma giant among midsize trucks
It’s hardly a secret. People like their big trucks, especially men. They feature powerful engines, terrific towing and hauling capacities, and these days typically come as four-door crew cabs. In the U.S., oversized trucks still dominate sales and revenue. If you’re the type who only wants to buy American, a hefty truck is the way […]
Shaq’s DJ skills on display at Tahoe Live this December
Shaquille O’Neal – aka DJ DIESEL – will be one of the featured musical artists when Tahoe Live takes place Dec. 12-14 at Palisades Tahoe. Tahoe Live is back and event organizers say it will be “bigger than ever.” Expanding to three days for the first time, the 2025 festival returns to Palisades Tahoe with another […]
Beer, music festival Aug. 16 at Palisades Tahoe
The Palisades Tahoe Village transforms into a musical venue Aug. 16 with the return of the Brews, Jazz & Funk Festival. A sizable crowd is expected to be on hand for the annual event. The Brews, Jazz & Funk Festival is highlighted by the flavor of craft brews and a variety of music. The vibrant festival […]