Avoid These Least Reliable Car Brands in 2024
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Best Used Cars for Teens 2023 | Consumer Reports
For more on used vehicle ratings, go to: Consumer Reports and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety have again combined their expertise and data to create lists…
5 Reasons to Consider a Certified Pre-Owned Car | Consumer Reports
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How To Buy a Used Car Right Now | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #386
Become a member at to find out how each vehicle we purchase performs in our tests. This week we cover everything you need to know…
Hyundai Santa Cruz Test Results | Talking Cars #343
On this episode, we share our test results of the Hyundai Santa Cruz. We discuss where the Santa Cruz fits among competing small pickup trucks,…
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV First Impressions; Our Favorite ‘American’ Cars | Talking Cars #315
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV joins our test fleet and we share our first impressions. Find out how the all-electric EUV compares to the original…
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 Tesla Model Y Test Results | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #287
We dedicate this entire episode to sharing our test results of the Tesla Model Y, the all-electric SUV based on the Model 3. We discuss…
Toyota RAV4 Fuel Issues; Are Crash Tests Too Perfect? | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #281
We discuss a number of topics this week, including an issue with Toyota RAV4 hybrids not able to fully fill their gas tanks, why some…
2021 Chevrolet Suburban First Impressions; Subscription Fees for Auto Safety? | Talking Cars #280
The 2021 Chevy Suburban is one of the latest additions to our testing fleet, and we give our first impressions on what it’s like to…
How to Make Appliances Last | Consumer Reports
Want to keep your household appliances in tip top shape? Consumer Reports’ expert explains the most important thing you can do to keep these machines…
Rising Car Battery Prices; Stressful Car Buying Situations; Replacement for Ultra High Mileage Camry
This week we dip into the mailbag to answer audience questions, including ways to improve the car buying experience at the dealer, whether all-season or winter…
2019 Subaru Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid First Impressions; Audience Questions | Talking Cars #206
We just bought a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid, and share our first impressions of how it drives. We also answer quite a few audience…