A new supersized grille is one of the first things folks should notice about the 2020 Genesis G90. It’s a giant grille that resembles a home-plate in baseball. If this was a ploy to garner some attention, it’s mission accomplished – a home run. One can’t take a front-end look at the Genesis G90 without […]
Sugar Bowl coronavirus safeguards
Like all Tahoe ski resorts, Sugar Bowl will be changing many things in the 2020-21 season, putting in place coronavirus safeguards. In formulating a plan, Sugar Bowl observed how ski areas with summer business have been operating regarding guest safety. The resort has also monitored how ski areas in the southern hemisphere were conducting their […]
Sonata hybrid features smart redesign
Due to the ramifications of the coronavirus and a late release, Hyundai has already announced there will be no changes when it rolls out the 2021 Sonata Hybrid. From our perspective, that’s not a problem, because we loved the fully redesigned 2020 Hyundai Sonata hybrid. Changes for next year? Who needs them? For starters, this […]
5 terrific early-season resorts to ski
The Lake Tahoe region is known for its early snow. But there are other regions in North America where skiers and snowboarders are getting an early start to the season. Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe, located in Nevada, close to the North Lake Tahoe border, has a history of opening the season in late October. By […]
Redesigned Toyota Highlander shines
The sport utility vehicle offerings by Toyota have always been a favorite here, providing quality and diversity up and down the lineup. Whether shopping for a compact SUV or a super-sized model, there is something in the Toyota lineup for everyone. The Toyota SUV list includes the CH-R, RAV4, 4Runner, Highlander, Land Cruiser, and Sequoia. […]
Coronavirus measures at Tahoe ski resorts
What coronavirus measures can skiers and snowboarders expect this season at Tahoe ski resorts? The coronavirus has impacted many businesses and the ski industry is no exception. The pandemic virus shut down all Lake Tahoe ski resorts by mid-March 2020 and none of them were able to reopen. A similar scenario played out worldwide. Vail […]
Will Tahoe ski season begin in October?
Despite the implications of the coronavirus, Tahoe ski resorts are making plans for the 2021 ski season. Barring something unforeseen this season, skiers and snowboarders will again be heading to Tahoe ski resorts in large numbers, crowding the I-80 and Highway 50 corridors on the weekends. Of course, once at a Tahoe ski resort this […]
Lexus LX 570 sophisticated SUV
There’s no doubt that subcompact and compact SUVs are the vehicle of choice right now for U.S. car buyers, clearly pushing sedans to the curb. While sedans have dropped in popularity, large SUVs are still somewhat coveted due to their towing power, three-row capability and overall safety. The economic hard times that hit the U.S. […]
Mazda Miata convertible still providing thrills
Find a nice isolated country road with lots of twists and turns, and this classic convertible sports car comes to life. Although not the ideal ride for all situations, when it comes to delivering fun, the diminutive Mazda Miata ranks near the top on the list of choices. And that’s high praise for a car […]
Bailey Creek a great golf getaway
One might expect a remotely located golf course near Lake Almanor – roughly 77 miles northeast of Chico – to be on the quiet side during these pandemic times. But that would have been the wrong assumption on this early-afternoon round at Bailey Creek Golf Course. Available tee times were practically nonexistent and the resort […]