When it comes to luxury compact sport utility vehicles, the list is impressive with at least a half dozen having plenty of merit. And there is one more to add to the list – the all-new 2022 Genesis GV70. It has good performance, a dazzling interior makeup, and combines a nice blend of comfort and […]
Heavenly, Northstar ski resorts delay season opener
Due to current weather conditions, Heavenly Mountain and Northstar California have delayed the opening of the 2021-22 ski season. The two Vail Resort properties in Lake Tahoe are pushing back opening day due to recent warmer temperatures across the region. The original opening date for Heavenly and Northstar was Friday, Nov. 19. A third Vail […]
Lexus IS 350 getting overshadowed
When it comes to luxury vehicles, the bar resides in a high place. Mediocrity is not acceptable. And that might be a suitable synopsis of the 2021 Lexus IS 350. Judged by the lofty expectations luxury vehicles are under, the IS 350 has a difficult time matching the competition. A luxury midsize sedan that still […]
Tahoe ski resort openings
Two Tahoe ski resorts already opened for the 2021-22 season. And many more are expected to join those two later this month. Benefitting from a sizable snowfall in late October, both Palisades Tahoe and Boreal Mountain opened Oct. 29. However, due to rising temperature and marginal snow conditions, both Boreal and Palisades are currently closed […]
Tahoe honors 101-year-old skier Martin Hollay
Martin Hollay, a ski legend in the Lake Tahoe region, was honored at a recent ceremony for his long service in the ski community. Palisades Tahoe and the SNOW Sports Museum honored the 101-year-old Hollay, a former ski patroller who is known across Tahoe for his many contributions to the ski industry. Hollay played an […]
Hyundai Tucson impressive Hybrid SUV
If contemplating the purchase of a Hyundai Tucson, careful considerable is required when evaluating which one to buy. The popular compact sport utility vehicle has been revamped for 2022 and features three different engines, seven trim levels, and goes green with both a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid model. The focus here will be the […]
Fire delays Sierra-at-Tahoe opening to 2022
Due to damage caused by the Caldor Fire, Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort has delayed the start of ski season until early 2022. The Caldor Fire burned along Highway 50 into the Lake Tahoe Basin during late August and early September. It damaged key infrastructure and created tree hazards at Sierra-at-Tahoe, according to the resort’s website. “While […]
Toyota Highlander accommodating SUV
Looking for a comfortable, quiet ride from a midsize SUV? The venerable Toyota Highlander fits the description. The fourth-generation Toyota Highlander got lots of attention last year, thanks to a smart full redesign that included exterior styling updates, improved performance, additional safety features, and some technology additions. The Highlander also installed a more rigid platform […]
Daron Rahlves joins Palisades team
Daron Rahlves has a new ski home– Palisades Tahoe. The decorated World Cup and Olympic ski racer is joining the athletic team at Palisades Tahoe, formerly Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows. For the last two decades, Rahlves has represented Sugar Bowl, where he worked on building ski events like the Banzai Tour and mentoring local youth […]
Warren Miller film visits NorCal
A vintage Warren Miller film is back, signaling that ski season is here or on the horizon. Warren Miller Entertainment has scheduled its annual action-packed ski film for Northern California theaters in November (see dates below), showcasing its 72nd feature film – “Winter Starts Now.” The company says Winter Starts Now is a “love letter” […]