Keith Barry

Consumer Reports explains how hybrid cars work, noting that hybrids don’t need to be plugged in and can offer major fuel savings and environmental benefits.

Some electric vehicles take longer to charge than others. These electric cars, trucks, and SUVs are the fastest-charging new models you can buy today.

Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru are recalling over a million vehicles—including the popular Camry, Highlander, and RAV4—to fix faulty backup cameras.

Electric cars from GM, Ford, Rivian, and others will be able to plug in at Tesla Superchargers soon. We answer your questions about cost, timing, and NACS vs. CCS.

Find out which used cars are the least expensive to insure based on CR's analysis.

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

The Scout Terra pickup truck and Scout Traveler SUV are the first EVs from Volkswagen's new Scout brand. They promise off-road ability, range-extending gas generators, new software, and old-school controls.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) released its list of the safest cars, SUVs, pickup trucks, and EVs on sale in 2025.

In this guide to buying a car, Consumer Reports tells you what to know before you head to a car dealership and what to ask once you’re there.

Dodge is recalling over 300,000 Dodge Dart sedans to fix a faulty shifter cable that could cause them to roll away when in Park.

Consumer Reports’ extensive car buying experience reveals that there are ways to get a car that meets your needs, even amid a still-chaotic market.

From Tesla to Lexus, more and more vehicles have doors with an electronic button instead of a manual latch. Consumer Reports lets you know how to open them in an emergency.

CR previews the updated 2027 Chevrolet Bolt electric car, sharing details about power, range, NACS charger, Super Cruise, and more.

Consumer Reports details the list of 2022, 2023, and 2024 model-year electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids that qualify for federal tax credits of up to $7,500 under the Inflation Reduction Act.

Because of a software error, the backup cameras on some Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles may display a black, green, or half-green screen.

Hyundai is recalling some 2024-2025 Santa Fe SUVs because a manufacturing error may cause them to catch fire after a crash.

Dealers don't have to tell used-car buyers if a vehicle has an open recall. CR shows you how to protect yourself when it comes to used cars and recall work.

To qualify for a federal tax credit, used electric cars and plug-in hybrids must meet strict rules, including when they’ve been resold and how many owners they’ve had.

Washing a car is pretty straight-forward, right? Consumer Reports’ expert reveals the top tips for keeping your ride sparkling clean.

Consumer Reports drove the redesigned 2025 Nissan Murano. The original crossover SUV gets a bold new look plus a four-cylinder turbocharged engine.