Tesla Cybertruck = A Bold Statement
The Cybertruck, along with its unique styling, brings unwanted attention to owning Tesla’s polygonal pickup truck. CR testers share their first impressions of our $102,000…
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How Does Consumer Reports Buy All Their Test Cars Anonymously?
We address audience questions, including how CR manages to purchase so many cars each year anonymously without staff being recognized by dealerships. Watch full episode…
Tesla Cybertruck Drives Like a Sports Car
Consumer Reports has finally taken delivery of the long-awaited and much-hyped Tesla Cybertruck. We highlight many of its innovative features, polarizing styling, and driving characteristics….
Why Aren’t Subarus Included in CR’s 2024 List of Safest Cars?
We address audience questions, including why some car manufacturers, even those known for safety like Subaru, do not make Consumer Reports' safe car list. More…
2024 Tesla Cybertruck | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #455
Exclusive CR discount for Talking Cars viewers at Consumer Reports has finally taken delivery of the long-awaited and much-hyped Tesla Cybertruck. We highlight many of…
2024 Tesla Model 3 Early Review | Consumer Reports
Join CR at to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization. Tesla has given its…
Tesla’s New “Safety Score” Could Lead to Unsafe Driving
Here's what 0.3 g's in Tesla's driver safety score looks like. Learn more at CR.org/TeslaSafetyScore
2021 Tesla Model S Steering Yoke First impressions | Talking Cars #325
Consumer Reports recently purchased a 2021 Tesla Model S for our test program, which now features a steering yoke rather than a traditional circular steering…
We Answer Questions About Our Recent Tesla Coverage; 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Test Results
This week, we address some of the comments posted online about our experiment to see if a Tesla would drive with no one in the…
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E First Impressions; Redesigned Tesla Model S | Talking Cars #293
This week we discuss the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E all-electric SUV, sharing our first impressions on the driving dynamics, the screen-dominated interior, and if we…
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid; EV Pickup Trucks; Volkswagen ID.4 | Talking Cars #274
We recently purchased a 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid for our test program, and our experts discuss how it compares to the regular Sonata, as well as competitors…
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe First Impressions; Tesla Full Self-Driving Review | Talking Cars #273
This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV, how it measures up to competitors like the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade,…
2020 BMW 2 Series; Why Manufacturers Shouldn’t Charge a Premium for Safety Features | #269
This week we give our first impressions of the 2020 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, discuss its driving characteristics, and how it compares to its competitors, like…