With the Tahoe ski season only months away or possible less, Palisades Tahoe has offered a look at what the 2025-26 ski season will resemble. Palisades Tahoe is planning multiple upgrades on and off the mountain this season, including new snowmaking investments, parking program enhancements, elevated après experiences, and numerous events. The Olympic Valley ski resort […]
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New Volvo electric SUV perplexing
If you’re a car owner who loves a minimalist approach, the new 2025 Volvo EX30 will suit those needs. Since we had no prior knowledge concerning the EX30, it was a frustrating initial introduction for just turning on the electric vehicle and a true mystery on how to turn it off. It required a YouTube […]
Mountaineer service hoping to reduce Tahoe traffic this winter
Traffic should be a little better this winter when skiing at Palisades Tahoe and other North Tahoe resorts. To improve wait times, Mountaineer, a service that offers free, on-demand winter micro-transit in Olympic Valley and Alpine Meadows, is increasing its vehicle fleet size by 15% for the upcoming winter season, The transit service will also […]
What’s new this season at Mt. Rose ski resort
This season expect to notice some changes at Mt. Rose ski resort, which has invested $6 million in the off-season to add to its recreational offerings. For the 2025-26 season, Mt. Rose will add a new Wildslide Tahoe Tubing Center and expand snowmaking systems. The resort is also welcoming the return of high school and […]
Mazda3 losing its mass appeal
We’ve been fans of the Mazda3 for a long time. It’s considered a very good car that’s attractive, fun to drive, and delivers good handling, all factors that combine to make it a standout in the compact sedan class. So, why does the Mzda3 cost less this year than in 2024? In a move that […]
Fall fun events in Lake Tahoe
Many people view Lake Tahoe as a ski season destination with little to offer once ski season has concluded. However, the remainder of the year is traditionally packed with various events that make the Tahoe region a great place to visit any time of year. The VISIT LAKE TAHOE website lists numerous autumn trip-inspired deals […]
Heavenly summer activities move to weekends only
With kids going back to school as September arrives, the summer season has unofficially ended in the Lake Tahoe region. However, that doesn’t mean activities at ski resorts like Heavenly have concluded. After extending hours over the Labor Day holiday, Heavenly is transitioning back to weekends only (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) until summer operations close for […]
Does Hyundai Sonata deserve more appreciation?
The increased popularity of small SUVs and some stiff competition from two longtime rivals have combined to drastically minimize sales of the Hyundai Sonata over the past decade. Sonata sales were at a peak during a five-year period (2011-2015), with numbers ranging between 203,000 and 230,00. But the decline came quick with sales plummeting under […]
Palisades Tahoe offering Labor Day savings for ski season
If you happen to be a skier or snowboarder who loves the slopes in Lake Tahoe, Labor Day weekend could be a cost-saving day. Palisades Tahoe is offering a plan for a more affordable ski season. This Labor Day Weekend, guests can lock in big savings on lift tickets, rentals, lessons, and gear. The savings range […]
Lexus TX 350 has strong in-house rival
Introduced a year ago, the 2025 Lexus TX 350 delivers luxury, technology and practicality, making it a solid choice among the class of three-row midsize SUVs. However, because they resemble each other so much, we wonder if it’s smarter to go with the Toyota Grand Highlander. The luxury TX 350 and the Grand Highlander share […]