Skiers and snowboarders who are thinking about a trip this winter to famed Colorado ski resorts – Vail or Beaver Creek – have a little more incentive, thanks to United Airlines. To celebrate United Airlines’ new expanded non-stop service from San Francisco, all guests who book lodging at a Vail or Beaver Creek owned and […]
Mt. Rose ski resort now open weekends
Mt. Rose ski resort will begin offering weekend skiing, starting Friday, Nov. 2. The Nevada-based ski resort was the first Lake Tahoe ski resort to open for the season. It had previously opened briefly Oct. 19-20 for skiing and snowboarding, exclusively for season passholders. Mt. Rose announced earlier this week its plans to offer early-season […]
2018 Volkswagen Passat solid family sedan
Not much has changed with the Volkswagen Passat over the last six years. And frankly, that’s not necessarily a bad thing because the Passat possesses some enviable qualities that make it a good choice in the midsize sedan category. Although significant changes have not been made, the Passat still can match many of its rivals. […]
2018 Ford EcoSport lackluster SUV
Ford decided to add to its existing fleet of sport utility vehicles, unveiling the 2018 Ford EcoSport earlier this year. With gas prices rising, especially in California, offering a five-passenger subcompact crossover SUV like the EcoSport makes sense. Not surprisingly, the subcompact SUV class was the fastest-growing segment in 2017. However, this pint-size SUV isn’t […]
Redesign major plus for 2018 Lincoln Navigator
For a decade, the Lincoln Navigator remained virtually unchanged. Other than a few minor tweaks and changes most years, the Navigator was literally stuck in neutral as the competition passed it by. So, we’re pleased to see this full-size luxury sport utility vehicle arrive this year with a complete redesign. Long overdue, the new-look 2018 […]
Sugar Bowl ski resort begins snowmaking
Although its opening is likely a month away, Sugar Bowl has begun the snowmaking process. Situated off Interstate 80 at Norden exit, Sugar Bowl announced Oct. 30 it has begun making snow in preparation for the 2018-19 ski season. The Lake Tahoe-area resort will continue snowmaking as temperatures permit and is aiming for a Nov. 30 […]
Mt. Rose ski resort opening Oct. 19
This has become an annual occurrence. Mt. Rose will once again be the first Lake Tahoe ski resort to open for the 2018-19 season, running its lifts for the first time Friday, Oct. 19. Thanks to continued investments that have expanded the resort’s snowmaking system, Mt. Rose will offer access to three beginner ski trails […]
2018 Volkswagen Alltrack offers versatility
Wagons are very popular these days, possessing many of the characteristics that car buyers value in a sports utility vehicle. Add one more wagon to the list: Introduced a year ago, the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack possesses some enviable features that give it the versatility that appeals to people who enjoy staying active. That includes the […]
What’s new at Diamond Peak ski resort
What’s new at Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe? The resort recently announced some new features for the 2018-19 ski season. Located in Incline Village, Nevada, the family-friendly ski resort offers 655 acres and 1,840 vertical feet of skiing and snowboarding, with incredible views of Lake Tahoe. What’s new for the 2018-19 season New Lower […]
BMW X1 an affordable, luxury SUV
Luxury automobiles don’t always arrive with a hefty price tag. The 2018 BMW X1 is a prime example. BMW has the classy, compact sport utility vehicle priced at just over $34,000. Sure, the BMW X1 is not going to meet everyone’s needs. But if goal is purchasing a highly efficient, small SUV at a reasonable […]