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5 Best Bike Racks, Tested by Our Experts

Just as with bicycles, the landscape for bike racks has changed considerably in recent years. There are now many choices available in roof-, trunk-, and hitch-mounted racks, with models spanning from low-priced to premium. With myriad options, it can be challenging to pick one that’s right for your bike, vehicle, and budget. . That’s why we enlisted several cycling enthusiasts at the Consumer Reports Auto Test Center to test and e...
Posted:Sun Nov 16 06:00:33 EST 2025

More Toyota and Lexus Vehicles Recalled for Debris in Engine

Toyota is expanding its recall of 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra pickup trucks, 2022-2024 Lexus LX SUVs, and 2024 Lexus GX SUVs because their engine could be contaminated with debris after an error in the manufacturing process. This contamination could cause engines to suddenly stall while driving, which could lead to a crash. MORE ON car RECALLS What to Do When There’s No Fix for Your Car’s Recall. .What a Car Recall Notice Means and What...
Posted:Fri Nov 14 16:32:57 EST 2025

Jeep Plug-In Hybrid SUVs Recalled Again for Fire Risk

Drivers of 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid SUVs are facing yet another fire-related recall. The automaker says it’s aware of 36 fires and three injuries related to this new problem. MORE ON car RECALLS Jeep SUVs Recalled Again for Fire Risk. .Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrids Recalled to Fix Defroster. .What to Do When There’s No Fix for Your Car’s Recall. .What a Car...
Posted:Fri Nov 14 13:03:11 EST 2025

Most Reliable Snow Blower Brands

After a storm, a snow blower can make short work of clearing walkways. That’s assuming, of course, that it starts up. But not all snow blowers—or, as some call them, snow throwers—are built to last.. In a recent survey, Consumer Reports members shared their experiences with more than 11,000 gas snow blowers and more than 5,000 electric and battery blowers. The results inform our predicted reliability and owner satisfaction scores,...
Posted:Thu Nov 13 18:41:46 EST 2025

Talking Cars 485: Driving the Lucid Gravity

Main theme: In this podcast episode, we give our driving impressions of the Lucid Gravity, the second model from the California-based EV startup. The Gravity, produced at Lucid’s factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, is a luxury SUV that’s available in both two- and three-row configurations. . Just as with Lucid’s first model, the Air sedan, the Gravity delivers on performance and range. How do 828 hp and an EPA-estimated 437 miles of...
Posted:Wed Nov 12 11:13:42 EST 2025

First Drive: Is the 2026 Hyundai Palisade Better as a Hybrid?

We were excited when the top-of-the-line 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy AWD we purchased from a local dealership arrived at our Auto Test Center. Big, family haulers are popular these days, as are hybrids. The Palisade Hybrid is the rare vehicle that fits in both categories. In This Article. CR's Take. What We Like. What We Don't Like. What We'll Keep an Eye On. Safety and Driver Assistance Systems More on SUVs CR's SUV Rating...
Posted:Mon Nov 10 16:02:02 EST 2025

Cheapest Car Brands to Insure

Budgeting for a car isn’t just about monthly payments. Other expenses, such as maintenance, repair, and insurance costs, can add up to a significant chunk of change. One way to save money is by choosing a car with a low insurance premium. Cheapest Car Brands to Insure. What Factors Affect Car Insurance Premiums? more on car insurance CR's Car Insurance Ratings & Buying Guide. .Best Car Insurance Companies. .Cheapest New Cars to Insure...
Posted:Mon Nov 10 13:28:32 EST 2025

Preview: 2027 Kia Telluride Grows, Gaining Space and Tech

The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride is poised to build upon its award-winning predecessor, featuring a slightly increased size, a high-tech cabin, and numerous trim variants. . Details are still emerging, but based on the initial description and images, along with our extensive seat time in the related Hyundai Palisade, we have reason to be cautiously enthusiastic.  2027 Kia Telluride. CR's Take. Outside. Inside. What Drives It. Safety and...
Posted:Mon Nov 10 12:00:03 EST 2025

Consumer Reports' Guide to Defensive Driving

Cars are better able to protect occupants in a crash than they were even a decade ago, and advanced safety technology means they’re better at avoiding crashes to begin with. Even so, a big part of crash avoidance comes down to the driver staying laser-focused on driving and always looking for and reacting to changes in conditions. More on Vehicle Safety What Makes Cars Safer Right Now. .CR's Car Safety Guide. .Ford’s BlueCruise Rema...
Posted:Sun Nov 09 06:00:11 EST 2025

Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Recall Over 1 Million Vehicles to Fix Backup Camera

Toyota and Lexus are recalling over a million 2022 through 2026 Toyota bZ4X, Camry, Crown, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Mirai, Prius, RAV4, Sienna, and Venza models and Lexus ES, GX, LC, LS, LX, NX, RX, RZ, and TX models. The related Subaru Solterra is also being recalled. MORE ON Car RECALLS What a Car Recall Notice Means and What to Do. .What to Do When There’s No Fix for Your Car’s Recall. .We Answer ...
Posted:Wed Nov 05 15:18:27 EST 2025

Jeep SUVs Recalled Again for Fire Risk; Owners Warned to Park Vehicles Outside

Jeep is recalling over 320,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs because they may catch fire while parked or driving. Until a free fix is ready, the automaker says that owners of 2020 to 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 2022 to 2026 Grand Cherokee 4xe models should park outside and away from structures and not plug their vehicles in to charge. MORE ON Car RECALLS Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler Plug-In Hybrids Are Recalled for Fire Risk. .Jeep Wrangler 4x...
Posted:Tue Nov 04 12:30:06 EST 2025

Jeep SUVs Recalled Again for Fire Risk; Owners Warned to Park Vehicles Outside

Jeep is recalling over 320,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs because they may catch fire while parked or driving. Until a free fix is ready, the automaker says that owners of 2020 to 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 2022 to 2026 Grand Cherokee 4xe models should park outside and away from structures and not plug their vehicles in to charge. MORE ON Car RECALLS Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler Plug-In Hybrids Are Recalled for Fire Risk. .Jeep Wrangler 4x...
Posted:Tue Nov 04 12:30:03 EST 2025

Jeep SUVs Recalled Again for Fire Risk; Owners Warned to Park Vehicles Outside

Jeep is recalling over 320,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs because they may catch fire while parked or driving. Until a free fix is ready, the automaker says that owners of 2020 to 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 2022 to 2026 Grand Cherokee 4xe models should park outside and away from structures and not plug their vehicles in to charge. MORE ON Car RECALLS Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler Plug-In Hybrids Are Recalled for Fire Risk. .Jeep Wrangler 4x...
Posted:Tue Nov 04 12:30:03 EST 2025

First Drive: 2026 Subaru Solterra EV Gets a Major Freshening to Catch Up to the Competition

Subaru and Toyota are about to enter the fourth model year of their joint electric vehicle project, and to celebrate, they’ve made some big changes to deliver a more competitive EV. The 2026 Subaru Solterra (and similar Toyota BZ) features a standard NACS (North American Charging System) Tesla-style charge port, more power from new motors, faster charging speeds for the slightly larger battery, and under-the-skin improvements to reduc...
Posted:Mon Nov 03 17:22:46 EST 2025

Cheapest Used Cars to Insure

Insurance premiums have increased dramatically in recent years but still vary widely among different car models. Some cost nearly twice as much to insure as others. More On Car Insurance Cheapest Car Insurance Companies. .Best Car Insurance Companies. .How to Lower Your Car Insurance Rates. .Cheapest New Cars to Insure. That’s why it’s more important than ever to take a vehicle’s cost to insure into account, along with factors su...
Posted:Fri Oct 31 10:46:51 EDT 2025