2023 BMW X1 | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #390
Become a member at to find out how each vehicle we purchase performs in our tests. The 2023 BMW X1 redesign brings more features, room,…
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Bonus: Surprising Results from CR’s Electric Vehicle Survey | Talking Cars
Become a member at to find out how EVs perform in our tests. We recently published the results of a nationally representative survey of over…
2023 Subaru BRZ vs. Toyota GR86; All-Weather vs. Snow Tires | Talking Cars #383
We just purchased a 2023 Subaru BRZ for the Consumer Reports test fleet, and stacked it up in a head-to-head comparison with our tested Toyota…
2022 Audi Q4 e-tron; Why are Flooded EVs Catching Fire? | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #382
The all-new Q4 e-tron is Audi's third EV model, and we share our first impressions of its driving characteristics, tech-heavy interior, whether the 240 miles…
Do Transmissions Ever Need to be Serviced?; Inflation Reduction Act and EV/Hybrid Tax Credits
This week we explain how the Inflation Reduction Act has changed the federal EV tax credit for new EV and plug-in hybrids; how miles per…
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #380
We've already tested the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, but this week we share our first impressions of the all-new Trailhawk 4xe version. This rugged, off-road-capable two-row…
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #379
Ford has transformed the nation's best-selling pickup truck into a quick and capable EV. We share our first impressions of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning,…
Preparing Your Car For The Winter Season | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #378
With the cold season just around the corner, we share vital tips on preparing your vehicle for driving in wintry conditions, including checking and maintaining…
2022 Buick Enclave | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #377
Is Buick Enclave the hidden gem of the large 3-row SUV world? With a resume that includes simple controls, a comfortable ride, and a responsive…
2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #376
Join CR at to find out how products scored in CR’s rigorous lab tests—and to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day—become…
Best Bike Racks for Your Car, Truck, or SUV | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #375
Bike racks are a lot like cars, with new styles and brands available to consumers each year. And while we love cars at CR, we're also…
2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #370
The all-electric 2022 Mercedes EQS becomes the automaker's new flagship alongside the S-Class lines. We share our first impressions of this ultra-luxury sedan, whether or…
2022 Polaris Slingshot | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #369
The Slingshot, a three-wheeled street vehicle made by ATV, snowmobile, and side-by-side manufacturer Polaris, blurs the lines between a motorcycle and car. With its single…