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Aug 29, 2018
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Toyota unveils new Avalon and Corolla Hatchback in Portland
Both cars are all-new and feature the latest designs, engines and technologies.
Aug 03, 2018
Portland Tribune - Wheels
IndyCar rookie tests at PIR
First practice session at Portland international Raceway is to prepare for the Verizon IndyCar Grand Prix set for Sept. 2.
Jul 24, 2018
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Auto fans exult at Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance
Fittingly, a 1939 Alfa Romeo was awarded Best in Show at the event featuring 'The Passion of Alfa Romeo.'
Apr 29, 2018
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Porsche 911 exhibit opens at World of Speed
The exhibit features everything from a stock original 911 coupe from 1967 to some of the wildest racing cars Porsche has ever produced.
Mar 09, 2018
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Rare Ferrari race car on display at World of Speed
Only 34 Testa Rossa Ferraris of this type were built between 1958 and 1961, making this one of the rarest and most valuable Ferraris in the world.
Jan 30, 2018
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Gresham man wins new Volkswagen at Auto Show
Prize drawing caps annual four-day event at Oregon Convnetion Center as vehicle sales continue to increase in the state.
Dec 02, 2017
Portland Tribune - Wheels
What's new at this year's Los Angeles Auto Show
Most of these vehicles will be on display at the 2018 Portland International Auto Show, coming up on January 25-28 at the Oregon Convention Center.
Nov 07, 2017
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Pirelli World Challenge returns to Portland in 2018
The news follows last month's announcement that IndyCar racing will return to Portland next year.
Nov 03, 2017
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Rolla Vollstedt, 1918-2017
Vollstedt was honored earlier this year as a charter inductee in the Northwest Motorsports Hall of Fame at the World of Speed Museum in Wilsonville.
Test Drive: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Limited
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The plug-in hybrid minivan is the most well balanced green family vehicle on the market today.
Test Drive: 2019 Subaru Ascent
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The biggest Subaru ever made is also the most conventional, which should appeal to a lot of families in the Pacific Northwest.
2019 Mazda Miata RF is the right design for Portland
Portland Tribune - Wheels
With the retractable hard top raised, the Miata RF becomes a warm, dry coupe that is simply perfect for a wintertime sports car in Oregon.
Saturday EV event offers $5,000 raffle prize
Portland Tribune - Wheels
PGE is sponsoring test drives at Wilsonville event that is part of National Drive Electric Week.
Car Events: Sept. 15-April 7
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Automotive-related events in the Portland area, including races, car shows, swap meets and more.
2018 Jaguar E-Pace delivers British luxury in a smaller…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line on the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace is that if you're shopping the luxury compact SUV market, this crossover will match or beat other luxury…
Nissan Offers $3,000 EV discount to Pacific Power customers
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Combined with available federal and state incentives, customers can save $13,000 on a new Nissan Leaf.
Test Drive: 2018 Audi A5 quattro
Portland Tribune - Wheels
A well-designed and understated sport coupe wtih performance to spare, thanks to a standard turbo four and all-wheel-drive.
Indy Car announces 2019 schedule, return to PIR
Portland Tribune - Wheels
After a successful 2018 race, IndyCar will come back to Portland next Labor Day Weekend.
BMW 740e blends limousine luxury with a green drivetrain
Portland Tribune - Wheels
On the road, the 740e is everything you expect from an executive car - and it's a plug-in hybrid.
Kia takes the lead in economy sedans with 2019 Forte
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line is that the 2019 Kia Forte offers a great feature set for $18,585, and for $26,095 you can get a truly premium vehicle.
Test Drive: 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The limited-edition version of the long-running Boy Racer offers upgrades and thrills at a price.
Car Events: Aug. 30-Oct. 14
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Automotive-related events in the Portland area, including races, car shows, swap meets and more.
2019 Ram 1500 eTorque brings hybrid tech to a working…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line is that there's no reason not to choose the eTorque hybrid. It boosts power and improves mileage at the same time.
Electric drive is the smartest smart car
Portland Tribune - Wheels
A fun choice if If you struggle to find parking and do your driving in the city or within a short radius.
Test Drive: 2018 Toyota Sienna XLE AWD
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Toyota is the only manufacturer to offer all-wheel-drive on its minivan, and this is important in the Pacific Northwest.
Supporting races fill Grand Prix of Portland schedule
Portland Tribune - Wheels
All five races promise to make the Labor Day Weekend exciting at Portland International Raceway.
Time running out to file for VW 'clean-diesel' settlement
Portland Tribune - News
'The benefits under this historic settlement - for both consumers and the environment - are too significant to pass up.'
2018 Chevrolet Bolt is an all-purpose EV
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Oregon just made the Bolt more affordable with an instant $2,500 rebate in additional to the $7,500 Federal tax credit.
Test Drive: 2018 Kia Stinger GT
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The new mid-size competes well against comparable European cars for thousands less.
On land or water, there's nothing like a classic
Lake Oswego Review - News
Collector cars and classic boats will take over Lake Oswego this weekend for the Oswego Heritage Council's 19th-annual show
Car Events: Aug. 18-Sept. 15
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Portland area cars shows, races, special events, swap meets and other auto-related events.
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid test drives in Portland and Salem
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Award-winning minivan can be driven at Portland Renovation & Home Show and Oregon State Fair in August.
Test Drive: 2019 Mazda CX-3
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Only a few upgrades are needed for one of the best subcompact crossovers on the market.
2018 Dodge Challenger Hellcat is the best muscle car ever…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Even with 707 horsepower, the retro muscle car is easy to drive in heavy traffic - but much safer at high speeds than the original version.
Test Drive: 2018 Lexus LX 750
Portland Tribune - Wheels
A surprisingly capable off-road SUV disguised as a luxury suburban people hauler.
State rebates for electrified vehicles approved
Portland Tribune - News
Oregon Supreme Court approves on-the-spot payments of up to $5,000 to encourage the sale of all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Nissan's lovable Rogue Sport offers fun and good value
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Whatever model of the subcompact crossover you choose, you're getting an SUV that's fun, sensible. and affordable
Test Drive: 2018 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The midsize crossover SUV that bridges the gap between affordable and luxury models, creating the best of both worlds.
Historic downtowns host car shows
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Upcoming shows will be held in Newberg, Gladstone, St. Johns, Troutdale and Gresham.
Upcoming car events: July 24-Sept. 15
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Car-related activities in the Portland area, including shows, cruise-ins, swap meets, races and more.
Cascade Sports Car Club to host 34th annual Dash for Kids…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Admission is free, and rides around the track are available in such exotics as exotics such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Porsche.
Test Drive: 2018 Honda Clarity PHEV Touring
Portland Tribune - Wheels
American consumers have been reluctant to go electric as long as gas prices remain relatively low. The 2018 Honda Clarity plug-in hybrid should help…
2018 Buick Regal GS has power, luxury to spare
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line on the 2018 Buick Regal GS is that this is a premium mid-size sedan that can compete with the best of Europe's offerings and win on…
Test Drive: 2018 Lincoln Navigator 4X4 Black Label
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The completely redesigned full-size SUV is ready to take on the competition with all the room, power and luxury such a vehicle should have.
Hundreds of MINIs to rally against hunger
Portland Tribune - Wheels
National drive leaves from Portland and Orlando on Saturday to raise money for Feeding America.
Concours to recognize Keith Martin
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Portland founder of Sports Car Magazine a longtime supporter of annual show to be held Friday, July 15, at Pacific Univeristy in Forest Grove.
Car Events: July 14-Sept. 2
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Upcoming car related events in the Portland area, including car shows, swap meets and races.
2018 Mazda6: The best affordable midsize sedan just got…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line on the 2018 Mazda6 is that you can get a top-trim vehicle that will rival or exceed the European premium brands in every way for…
LOOK: Hot rods displayed at 'Cars in the Park'
Portland Tribune - Wheels
'The Shape of Speed' exhibit at the Portland Art Museum offers plenty of classic car culture.
Test Drive: 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The compact crossover impresses with luxury, sophistication and advanced technologies.
2018 Outlander PHEV is a game-changing SUV for…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
If you're looking for high mileage SUV or any kind of wet weather commute vehicle, the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in hybrid could the one for you.
Test Drive: 2018 Ford Fusion Energi
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The midsize plug-in hybrid gets just enough mileage on electricity alone to be a real fuel saver in day to day driving.
Car Events: June 30-Sept. 2
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Upcoming automotive related events in the greater Portland area, from car shows to races.
Mitsubishi comes back strong with the 2018 Eclipse…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Mitsubishi is signaling a new era, and if you're considering a new SUV, it's worth your time to visit the Mitsubishi dealer and take a test drive.
2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid named NW Green…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Other winners at the annual Drive Revolution comparision include the 2018 Chevy Bolt, the 2018 Chevy Volt and the 2018 Lexus LS 500h.
Mecum Portland auction hits $8.3 million in sales
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Third annual auction at the Portland Expo Center sees 294 vehicles change hands on June 22-23.
ReachNow to include bike carriers
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The short-term car rentals company will start offering them on MINI Coopers in Portland.
Chevrolet unveils new 2019 Blazer
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The mid-size crossover SUV will be offered with two engine and two all-wheel-drive system choices.
2018 Jeep Compass Trailhawk 4X4
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Jeep's newest vehicle slots in between the subcompact Renegade and the compact Cherokee - an ideal size for many drivers.
BMW X6M delivers sport sedan performance in a big…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
If you're looking for BMW's best personal luxury SUV, the X6M is the one you want. BMW's own advertising says it all: 'You've got it. Flaunt it.
Mecum unveils vehicles for sale at Friday, Saturday…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Leading auction company expects to offer over 600 collectable cars, trucks and motrocycles at the Portland Expo Center on June 22-23.
Entries announced for 2018 Forest Grove Concours
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The 46th annual exhibit will be held on the campus of Pacific University on Sunday, July 15.
Free park events set for museum's streamlined…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Motorcycles, sports cars and campers will be on display outside the Portland Art Museum on upcoming Sundays.
SHAPE OF SPEED
Portland Tribune - Features
Rare autos motor into Portland Art Museum for exhibit of rare streamlined cars and motorcycles.
2018 Ford F-150 brings PowerStroke diesel to…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
If you're conidering a 2018 Ford F-150, the diesel engine option deserves a test drive.
Upcoming car events: June 12-Sept. 2
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Car shows, cruise-ins, swap meets and other car-related happenings in the Portland area.
2018 Range Rover HSE Td6
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The diesel option gives Land Rover's largest vehicle improved mileage without sacrificing power or anything else.
Test Drive: 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The most outrageous luxury performance SUV yet from Jeep, featuring the 707-horsepower V8 from the Dodge Hellcat and other beefy upgrades.
Nissan Kicks it up a notch
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The Kicks starts at $18,965 for the base S trim, and it's well-equipped at that price. If you select every option on the top SR Premium Package,…
Mecum Auctions in Portland June 22-23
Portland Tribune - Wheels
CEO Dave Magers says the Portland car community is very creative, resulting in the highest percent of custom vehicles of any auction in the country.
2019 Volvo XC40 T5 AWD R-Design
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Style, power and respectable fuel economy mark the performance version of the luxury subcompact crossover.
Michelin announces 30-year sustainability goals
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Tire company announces recycling and sustainability targets at Movin' On conference in Monteal.
Test Drive: 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Now in its last year of production, the current version of the popular compact crossover still has a lot to offer.
2018 BMW M5 offers the best of European performance…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line on the BMW M5 is that if your dream performance car has four doors and a trunk, there aren't really any better options than this.
Memorial Day weekend tire safety tips
Portland Tribune - Wheels
May 21-28 is this year's National Tire Safety Week, a consumer education initiative led by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association.
Subaru goes big with all-new 2019 Ascent midsize SUV
Portland Tribune - Wheels
If you're shopping for a family SUV this year, put the Subaru Ascent at the top of your test-drive list.
Test Drive: 2018 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid
Portland Tribune - Wheels
A plug-in hybrid like the 2018 Kia Niro PHEV eliminates range anxierty while delivering better mileage than a conventional hybrid.
Chevrolet announces new engine options for 2019…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The 2019 Silverado will also be physically larger than than the current model, including a wheelbase up to 3.9 inches longer. At the same time, it is…
Test drive: 2018 Toyota C-HR XLE
Portland Tribune - Wheels
If making an impression is more important to you, the 2018 Toyota C-HR has a lot to offer beyond its dramatic styling.
Audi vehicles support Traffic Light Information…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
In addition to Portland, Audi's enabled cities include Phoenix, Arizona; Palo Alto and Arcadia, California; Denver, Colorado; Kansas City, Missouri;…
ReachNow and Intel bring short-term car rental to…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
With dedicated parking spaces near major entrances on each Intel campus, ReachNow's shared fleet of BMW and MINI vehicles will be easily accessible…
Nissan Rogue is the best-selling SUV in America
Portland Tribune - Wheels
If you're shopping SUVs this year, you really need to test-drive the 2018 Nissan Rogue.
Car Events: May 12 - Sept. 2
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The 36th Annual Portland Transmission Spring Classic is Saturday, May 12, at 1016 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd. and the surrounding neighborhood.
New SUVs and trucks dominate Northwest Activity…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The Northwest Automotive Press Association holds its annual Mudfest competition every May.
Test Drive: 2018 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The 2018 Mazda CX-5 might not offer every available feature of some other competitors, but its is still one of the best looking, riding and handling…
Jaguar Land Rover adapts Portland-based technical…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The expansion of the incubator into Innovation Labs will allow the company more flexibility in the companies they choose to support.
2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback puts the fun back…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line is that the 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a worthy successor to the Corolla name. If you like Corollas or hatchbacks, you'll like…
Test Drive: 2018 Lexus LC 500h
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The flagship Lexus model drives as good as it looks, and it's looks are out of this world.
2019 Jeep Cherokee offers expected capability and…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Upgrades make Jeep's compact a much more premium SUV experience than you'd expect from the price.
Portlanders buy the oldest used cars
Portland Tribune - Wheels
There are pros and cons to buying an older used car. They include lower purchases prices but potentailly higher repair bills.
DEQ offering new emissions testing option
Portland Tribune - News
Car-related businesses partnering with DEQ to test vehicles at their locations.
Toyota adds style, technology to 2019 Avalon sedan
Portland Tribune - Wheels
One challenge with larger cars is that younger buyers rarely prefer a large luxury model. Toyota is aiming to change that with two new trim levels…
David Higgins and Craig Drew claim Oregon Trail…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The Oregon Trail Rally is held each year in the spring, and involves point-to-point timed racing over closed gravel and dirt roads in Oregon and…
Test Drive: 2018 Jaguar F-Type 400 Sport
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Other luxury manufacturers make similar cars, but it's hard to argue that any of them are clearly better than Jaguar's reimagined icon - or have as…
2018 Buick LaCrosse makes full-size cars fun again
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line on the 2018 Buick LaCrosse is that if you've felt like you want a little more space in your daily ride but you don't want to spend…
2018 XT5 brings Cadillac luxury to the mid-size SUV…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The reason to buy a Cadillac SUV is luxury and features, and the XT5 delivers on that value proposition.
Carr Subaru Beaverton honored by Providence
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The dealership and Subaru of America have donated more than $400,000 to children'd center since 2015
Test Drive: 2018 Fiat 124 Spider
Portland Tribune - Wheels
This is a new Golden Age for no-fuss affordable sports cars. The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider offers the most options while still remaining a fun-to-drive…
Oregon Trail Rally returns to PIR on Friday, April…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
After the PIR event on Friday night, the rally moves to Goldendale, Washington on Saturday and ends in Dufur, Oregon on Sunday.
2019 VW Jetta will change the way you think about…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The real genius of the Jetta is that you can buy the base trim for less than $20,000 and not feel like you're in the penalty box.
Car events: April 14-Sept. 2
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Upcoming automotive-related activities in the Portland area, including car shows, swap meets and get-togethers.
Auto News: Porsche exhibit, set for World of…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
'Porsche 911: 55 Years of Driving Excellence' will open at the World of Speed on April 28 and run through the remainder of 2018.
Wentworth selling most stores to O'Brien Auto Group
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The 115-year-old Portland-based company will ontinue to own and operate Wilsonville Chevrolet.
Chevrolet refreshes its passenger car offerings for…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
New styling, enhanced features, expanded trim and performance updates will be available on the 2019 Malibu, Cruze, spark and Camaro.
2018 Infiniti QX80 is a full-size luxury experience
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line is that if you're shopping full-size luxury SUVs, the Infiniti QX80 is well worth your consideration.
Test Drive: 2018 Chevy Tahoe RST
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The performance version of Chevy's large SUV is not only practical and good looking, but surprisingly fun to drive.
Two big swap meets this weekend
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Everything from projects to rare parts and collectable can be found at the 2018 Spring Swap Meet and the 2018 Portand Swap Meet, which are held near…
Automakers reveal 2019 SUVs at New York…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
Many of the newest models are new compact and mid-size SUVs, which are the most popular sales categories this year.
2018 BMW M550i xDrive offers tech, luxury, and…
Portland Tribune - Wheels
The bottom line on the 2018 BMW M550i is simply that if you want the best executive luxury sport sedan on the market, this car has to be on the short…
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