Due to record-breaking snow totals at many resorts, it comes as no surprise the ski season will be extended in the Lake Tahoe region. If skiing or snowboarding on Fourth of July is on the wish list this summer, it’s a go. Palisades Tahoe will be open later than any Tahoe ski resort, setting its […]
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Another powder day at Tahoe ski resorts
Apologies if this sounds repetitive – Wednesday is another powder day at Tahoe ski resorts. Many Tahoe ski resorts were reporting at least a foot of fresh snow over the past 24 hours, making Wednesday (March 29) yet another chance to ski or snowboard in light, fluffy snow. Sierra-at-Tahoe received 16 inches of snow this […]
Camry Hybrid excels in fuel economy
Sometimes, there’s no need to tamper with success. The 2023 Toyota Camry hybrid is a good example, arriving with no major changes this year, other than offering a new trim model in the SE Nightshade Edition. From the very start, the Toyota Camry has been a standout in the company’s vast lineup of vehicles. It […]
Diamond Peak ski resort extends season to May 1
For only the second time in its long history, Diamond Peak will be offering skiing and snowboarding into May. Due to its sizable season snow total and more than two feet or more possibly arriving this week, Diamond Peak announced it would be extending the season for three extra weeks with a new closing day […]
Genesis debuts electric GV60
The Genesis shift to electric vehicles is underway. Taking its cues from parent company Hyundai Motor Group, which includes Hyundai and Kia, Genesis has an ambitious goal of going completely electric by 2025. The initial offering is the well-conceived 2023 Genesis GV60, an electric compact crossover SUV. This year Genesis is also introducing the electrified […]
Vail Resorts in Tahoe will address parking issues next season
Traffic congestion and lack of parking have been areas of frustration for skiers and snowboarders visiting Tahoe ski resorts this season. To reduce the frequent annoying and time-consuming issues, especially on weekends, the three Vail Resorts in Lake Tahoe – Heavenly Kirkwood, Northstar California – are making changes to their parking plans for next season. […]
Mazda CX-5 a top small SUV
The Mazda CX-5 has been a very reliable SUV since its inception in 2012. It only took the compact SUV four years to reach the six-figure sales mark and it hasn’t dripped below that level ever since. Last year the sales total was 151,594. The numbers tell the story for the CX-5 that has risen […]
Vail Resorts in Tahoe extend closing dates
Considering the onslaught of snow regularly hitting Tahoe ski resorts this season, it comes as no surprise the three Vail Resorts in Lake Tahoe – Heavenly, Kirkwood, Northstar – announced Tuesday morning they would be extending their respective closing dates. Northstar and Heavenly were originally scheduled to close for skiing and snowboarding Sunday, April 16, […]
Hyundai Elantra hybrid major gas saver
For those enamored with fuel economy and trying to save a buck, the 2023 Hyundai Elantra hybrid is worth a good look. Considering today’s gas prices, all car buyers want less trips to the pumps. And that’s where the latest version of the fuel-sipping Elantra hybrid can shine. Only the 2023 Toyota Prius that averages […]
2023-24 season passes available at Tahoe ski resorts
Due to the huge snow totals at Tahoe ski resorts, the season is far from over. Yet it may be time to consider purchasing a season pass for next season. Many Tahoe ski resorts are offering deals that not only cover the 2023-24 season, but also the remainder of this season. Below are several resorts […]