Mazda redesigned its compact crossover sport utility vehicle with a primary focus: keeping the emphasis on driving acumen. Say hello to the 2017 Mazda CX-5, a small SUV that delivers the ride quality that can match any of its competitors. The CX-5 receives high marks for its driving impressions because it handles like a well-behaved […]
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Hybrid model now in Nissan Rogue lineup
It’s not easy for a small crossover sport utility vehicle to get noticed, thanks to the popularity of the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4, the class leaders for years. Other notable performers like the Ford Escape, Mazda CX-5, Subaru Forester and Kia Sportage can cloud the picture as well for a small SUV looking […]
Snowbomb hosting ski and board festivals
The annual Snowbomb ski and board festivals will take place at three Northern California three locations: Santa Clara, San Francisco and Sacramento. Below are the details for the Sacramento event, which takes place Nov. 11-12 at the Cal Expo Center. Complimentary Lift Tickets Up to 4 Complimentary Lift Tickets Available per Show Powder Pass Members […]
2017 Hyundai Ioniq: Versatile Hybrid, Electric Vehicle
Anyone interested in purchasing the all-new 2017 Hyundai Ioniq better be proficient at decision making. That’s required, because the Ioniq comes in three models – and all three of them are appealing. For forward-thinking folks who want to travel via electric vehicle (EV) only, the Ioniq Electric is quite tempting. But not so fast on […]
Camp Richardson Octoberfest Oct. 7-8
This is an event all beer lovers should put on their calendar: The 23rd annual Oktoberfest at Camp Richardson Historic Resort and Marina, which takes place Oct. 7-8 in South Lake Tahoe. The kegs will be tapped and the beer will be flowing at beautiful Camp Richardson – www.camprichardson.com/oktoberfest. And more good news – admission and parking […]
New look for Lexus RX 350
A beautiful vehicle with grace and style, the Lexus RX 350 was always a sport utility vehicle almost universally admired by women. Chances are if you saw this midsize SUV on the road during the past two decades, it was almost always driven by a woman. But that trend may be changing since Lexus decided […]
Mammoth Mountain ski resort opens Nov. 9
Following an incredibly long and record-setting season, Mammoth Lakes ski resort had little time to rest for opening day of the 2017-18 ski season – scheduled for Nov. 9 Located along the southeastern Sierra range in California, Mammoth Lakes is coming off a 270-day-long season that broke multiple snowfall records. Lifts will spin again in […]
Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe offers Fall specials during ‘secret season’
One day after a busy Labor Day weekend crowd departs, the eloquent Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe resides in relative tranquility, a tremendous respite at its mid-mountain location on Northstar California ski resort. The cool mountain air and gorgeous scenery are two primary reasons to get up early and embark on a hike via the many trails […]
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander affordable SUV
Looking for a deal on a new sport utility vehicle that can haul seven people? Cost-conscious car shoppers should give the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander a look because it can be driven off the dealer lot for a very reasonable price. The Outlander starts at $24,500 and even a fairly upscale model that’s loaded with amenities […]
2018 Acura TLX sporting stylish new look
It was a luxury sedan that was missing that luxury look. Now the Acura TLX has it, thanks to a modest redesign this year. There’s plenty of reasons to admire the 2018 Acura TLX. It rides quiet, is roomy, offers lots of cool features, passes the performance test, and now features an attractive look. The […]