The state is close to launching a new incentive program for commercial fleet operators to transition trucks and other vehicles to models powered by electric or hydrogen, the Washington State Standard recently reported. This spring, the Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program, also known as WAZIP, is expected to launch, the article said. The program is designed […]
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2025 Mazda 3 Hatchback — A Small Car That’s Big on Fun and Safety
Model tested: 2025 Mazda 3 2.5T Premium Plus Hatchback AWD Engine: 2.5-liter turbocharged I-5 Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 227 Torque: 310 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 23/city, 31/highway, 26/combined Base price: $36,950 As tested: $38,750 Overview: The 2025 Mazda 3 2.5T hatchback sedan packs a lot of driving fun in a compact package. The Mazda […]
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Peninsula Transit Pilot Program Launches on Black Friday
Pierce County and the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce have announced the launch of the Peninsula Transit Pilot Program, which will offer free transportation on weekdays and Saturdays between the Key Peninsula and Gig Harbor. To kick off the program and meet travel needs during the holiday season, Peninsula Transit will partner with the Key […]
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2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid — A Pacific Northwest Star
Model tested: 2025 Subaru Forester Touring Hybrid Engine: 2.5-liter DOHC boxer 4-cylinder with 2 electric motors Transmission: CVT automatic with 6-speed manual shift mode, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 194 combined Torque: 199 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 35/city, 34/highway, 35/combined Base price: $41,695 As tested: $44,005 Overview: The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid is the latest iteration of a […]
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2025 Genesis G80 3.5T — Style, Substance and Value
Model tested: 2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige AWD Engine: 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 375 Torque: 391 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 16/city, 24/highway, 19/combined Base price: $77,000 As tested: $78,930 Overview: If a nearly $80,000 sedan can be considered a good value, then the 2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige AWD […]
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2025 Ford F-150 XLT 4WD SuperCrew — Function, Comfort and Fuel Economy
Model tested: 2025 Ford F-150 4X4 SuperCrew XLT PowerBoost Full Hybrid Engine: 3.5-liter twin turbo V-6 and 1 electric motor Transmission: 10-speed automatic, four-wheel drive Horsepower: 430 combined Torque: 570-lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 22/city, 24/highway, 23/combined Base price: $51,815 As tested: $70,760 Overview: The 2025 Ford F-150 SuperCrew four-wheel-drive hybrid pickup could be called the Ford […]
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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe — Comfort, Space and Technology in Style
Model tested: 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy AWD Engine: 1.6-liter turbo I-4 and electric motor Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 231 combined Torque: 271 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 35 mpg/city, 34/highway, 34/combined Base price: $49,050 As tested: $51,145 Overview: The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe is a rugged-looking, three-row hybrid SUV that’s actually more highway-friendly […]
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2025 Toyota Crown Signia — Hybrid Efficiency in a Stylish, Luxurious Wagon
Model tested: 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Limited Hybrid Engine: 2.5-liter I-4 and two electric motors Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 240 combined Torque: 178 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 39 mpg/city, 37/highway, 38/combined Base price: $51,135 As tested: $52,585 Overview: The 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Limited is an all-new Toyota that replaces the Toyota Venza, which […]
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2025 Mini Cooper S Hardtop — Sometimes, Small is Great
Model tested: 2025 Mini Cooper S hardtop 2-door Engine: 2-liter twin turbo 4-cylinder Transmission: 7-speed automatic, front-wheel drive Horsepower: 201 Torque: 221 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 28 mpg/city, 39/highway, 32/combined Base price: $34,600 As tested: $37,295 Overview: The 2025 Mini Cooper S hardtop is the smallest of the “not as small as they used to be” […]