Following more than four decades with one ownership, Dodge Ridge ski resort will be changing hands. Located in the Stanislaus National Forest, Dodge Ridge will have new owners this month. Current owners Frank and Sally Helm have decided to retire, having operated the resort as one of the few remaining family-owned ski resorts in the […]
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Hyundai Santa Fe hybrid debuts
After ignoring the urge previously, Hyundai is making up for lost time as it moves into what might be called its hybrid stage. The South Korean automaker has a new sport utility vehicle, the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe hybrid. The company has also introduced several of its popular models with hybrid versions – Sonata, Elantra, […]
Successful ski season for California resorts
Despite a season that was tremendously impacted by Covid-19 implications, California ski resorts saw increased visitation during the 2020-21 winter season. According to a new report produced by RRC Associates for the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA), skier visits at California and Nevada ski areas were up nearly 22% as compared to the 2019-20 season. […]
Toyota Venza back as hybrid
Toyota did such a nice job in reintroducing the Venza that it would not look out of place under the Lexus brand, Toyota’s luxury division. Unlike its predecessors, the 2021 Toyota Venza is no longer exclusively a gas-powered midsize crossover sport utility vehicle. It’s been rebranded solely as a hybrid, one that is bolstered by […]
Honda Ridgeline no average truck
Since its inception 16 years ago, the Honda Ridgeline has always been different, so different that many traditional truck lovers won’t even give it consideration. Its longtime calling card remains this: it’s a truck for people who really don’t like owning a truck. The Ridgeline drives more like an SUV than a traditional truck. That’s […]
Lexus RX 350 popular SUV
Lexus doesn’t make the decision an easy one when it comes to purchasing one of its midsize sport utility vehicles, the RX brand. The 2021 RX 350 test driven here appeals to folks who want a traditional gas-powered luxury SUV. But it’s worth some additional time to consider other versions of the RX. There’s also […]
Hyundai Venue solid new SUV
Sometimes we wonder about the reasoning behind the introduction of new vehicles. The Hyundai Venue is a classic example. Debuting a year ago, the subcompact sport utility vehicle was fairly well received from most auto reviewers. However, Hyundai already had a fine subcompact SUV – the affordable and attractive Kona was unveiled in 2018. Kona […]
2021 Mazda6 solid sedan
Although the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry have been industry standouts for decades, there are more than a half dozen other midsize sedans that demand a good look. One of those to check out is the 2021 Mazda6, which features many enviable qualities, including styling, family-friendly interior space, affordability, plus solid fuel economy and performance. […]
CX-30 joins Mazda lineup
There’s no doubt that Mazda gambled a bit with the CX-30, a compact sport utility vehicle that made its debut a year ago. The perplexing part from our vantage point is this: will the new SUV hinder sales of two other well-known Mazda vehicles – the highly-acclaimed Mazda 3 and the CX-3, a subcompact SUV? […]
4Runner still rugged SUV
The 2021 Toyota 4Runner hasn’t changed much over the past decade – it’s a midsize sport utility vehicle workhorse that remains old school in so many ways. Make no mistake, the 4Runner is still popular among SUV buyers. Last year, sales hit 129,052 and have not dipped below 111,000 the past five years. If owning […]