Keith Barry

Consumer Reports highlights popular cars, SUVs, and trucks to avoid, with smart alternatives that perform better.

Expert guide to the the three common grades of gas (regular, midgrade, premium). What they are, and when to use them.

See the safest new cars of 2026. Our review of IIHS Top Safety Picks highlights the best SUVs and sedans for back seat safety and crash protection.

The new Consumer Reports safety verdict highlights the safest new cars and gives you an easy way to know which vehicles will protect you best.

The 2027 Lexus NX will be offered as a hybrid and PHEV, and sees upgrades to safety and infotainment.

Consumer Reports’ guide to the hybrid cars, SUVs, and minivans with the best gas mileage, based on our own fuel-economy tests.

Consumer Reports explains risk factors for a multicar pileup and how to prevent one from happening, and shares tips for what to do if a chain-reaction crash occurs.

Whether it's a human or a chatbot, here's how to resist sales pitches from the service desk.

These new cars cost the least to insure, based on data from car insurance comparison site Insurify. These vehicles are all CR Recommended.

CR shows you how to get a great deal on your next new car. Our expert advice will help you find the right choice for you at the best possible price.

CR's experts reveal how to save money on a car insurance policy that covers teen drivers with answers to common car insurance questions.