This expansion plan, which encompasses 93 acres of development in Lake Tahoe’s Olympic Valley, was endlessly scrutinized and argued back and forth for nearly 15 years. After considerable debate on both sides of the issue, a resolution has finally arrived for adding to the base village at Palisades Tahoe, the largest ski resort in the […]
Palisades Tahoe ski resort closing May 24
Unseasonably warm March temperatures had Palisades Tahoe ski resort contemplating a rare early close to the 2025-26 season. Although there was no “Miracle March” this season to save most Tahoe ski resorts from ending prematurely, thanks to a big snow total in April, Palisades Tahoe was able to outlast all other resorts by more than […]
Equinox EV: affordable and efficient
It may not be on the radar of many electric vehicle shoppers looking for a deal, but it should be. The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV is both affordable and efficient. It has an enviable starting price of approximately $35,100 and has excellent range, getting between 319 to 356 miles on a full charge. Although the […]
Sportage offers sporty plug-in hybrid
Despite the strong competition in its class, the Kia Sportage had record sales a year ago. And with the increased popularity of its plug-in model and rising gas prices a factor as well, it would come as no surprise if the Sportage enjoys another record-setting year. We’ve enjoyed driving the gas-powered Sportage in the past […]
15 U.S. ski resorts still open
In terms of weather, it’s been an extremely weird ski season. The entire western United States has seen lower-than-average snowfall this winter, limiting ski resort openings in Colorado, Utah and Washington. In an historic reversal, many Eastern U.S. ski resorts – particularly in the Northeast – received higher total snowfall than numerous major western resorts […]
BMW 760i offers fantastic performance
Admittedly, we can’t relate to buying a new, upscale BMW. And there’s one primary reason for that – it’s cost prohibitive. We are aware these aren’t the old days and now there are affordable BMW vehicles in our price range, like the roughly $40,000 one can pay for the228 Gran Coupe. But in our view, […]
Ski season continues into May at Palisades Tahoe
As the end of April nears, prior to previous predictions, there will be no need to pull the plug on the Lake Tahoe ski season. After receiving 81 inches of snow in April (nearly 7 feet), including 11 inches in a single night this week, Palisades Tahoe announced it will remain open early to mid-May […]
Tahoe Donner hosts Summer Concert July 3-4
Looking for something to do in the Lake Tahoe region over the Fourth of July holiday? Tahoe Donner, located in Truckee, provides an option. Tahoe’s largest resort community is holding the 14th annual Summer Concert on the Green on July 3-4, featuring two nights of live performances by top tribute bands. Summer Concert on the […]
Heavenly ski resort reopens for final weekend
Just when skiers and riders who frequent Heavenly ski resort were resigned to the fact the season ended prematurely, the South Lake Tahoe resort pulled a shocker – reopening for one more weekend. Heavenly announced Friday it would reopen Saturday and Sunday (April 18-19) in a someone unprecedented move that rarely happens. Give Mother Nature […]
Lucid Air performance-laden luxury sedan
Looking to take a long trip in an electric vehicle? Perhaps the 2026 Lucid Air is the way to travel. Haven’t heard of Lucid? Understandable. Founded by Tesla engineers, the California-based luxury EV manufacturer has been around since 2022 and thus far has produced two vehicles – the Lucid Air and the just released Lucid […]