Mt. Bachelor in Oregon has become a new destination for Ikon Pass holders. Ikon Pass holders for 2020-21 will have access to seven days each at Mt. Bachelor and Windham Mountain with no blackout dates, while Ikon Base Pass holders will have access to five days each, with select blackout dates. There is no access […]
Vail Resorts offering credits for next year’s season pass
Season passholders from Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood ski resorts in Lake Tahoe will receive credit for next season’s pass due to the shortened season caused by the Coronavirus. Vail Resorts, which operates Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood, announced Monday its plan to credit passholders toward next season’s pass based on the number of days they were […]
2020 Hyundai Kona solid subcompact
Two years ago, the Hyundai Kona debuted, becoming the latest in a long list of subcompact crossover sport utility vehicles. Unlike many of the models in the class, the Kona manages to standout. It’s a somewhat brash five-passenger, small SUV that’s offered as a gas-powered version and also as an all-electric vehicle (not reviewed here). […]
North Lake Tahoe businesses lending helping hand
In the midst of this worldwide pandemic, many North Lake Tahoe businesses are in a charitable mood. While the impact of COVID-19 is global, small businesses are coming together in the mountain community of North Lake Tahoe to make a difference. With the majority of North Lake Tahoe jobs in leisure travel, the community is […]
Mt. Rose ski resort will expand
Mt. Rose ski resort announced plans for expansion that will add 11 new ski trails. Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe will be expanding the Atoma area on the north side of Mount Rose Highway (Nevada State Route 431), where it will build a two-stage chairlift, add 11 new ski trails, plus a skier bridge across the […]
Toyota Sequoia needs redesign
Change is not always a good thing. But when it comes to the aging Toyota Sequoia, changes would be welcomed. The 2020 Toyota Sequoia arrives with essentially the same exterior look it possessed in 2008, the last time the large sport utility vehicle had a major redesign. This year’s Sequoia has the same V8 engine […]
Mercedes adds new compact SUV
We were prepared not to like the 2020 Mercedes GLB 250, another in a long line of entry-level compact crossover sport utility vehicles. Perhaps this was our own bias showing through, due to being a bit fatigued by the glut of small SUVs on the market, many of them undistinguished from the other. The secondary […]
Seltos latest Kia small SUV
It’s not like Kia needed another small crossover sport utility vehicle, but that’s just what they did, unveiling the Seltos to start the New Year. Not only is Kia adding another small SUV to its lineup a bit perplexing, so is labeling it the 2021 Kia Seltos. Not sure why the Seltos is not a […]
Land Rover Discovery versatile SUV
What many people love about Land Rover vehicles is one gets the best of both worlds. Looking for a rugged vehicle for some off-road adventures? The Land Rover is a great choice. But how does that translate into traditional driving? The Land Rover delivers here as well, providing comfort and sophistication. Land Rovers offer pleasurable […]
Ford Escape engine options
Even though it remains a big seller for Ford, this compact crossover sport utility vehicle is starting to lose its appeal. Sales of the Ford Escape experienced four straight years of 300,000 or more and reached its zenith with 308,296 sold in 2017. However, sales dipped well beneath that mark in 2018 and last year […]