Say It to Me Seltos: First Impressions of the 2027 Kia Seltos
On this week's episode, we share our first impressions of the redesigned 2027 Kia Seltos, Kia's least expensive SUV. Its roomy interior, com...
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Is the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland EV the Golden Child of the Toyota-Subaru Marriage?
On this week's episode, we share our first impressions of the 2026 Toyota BZ Woodland, a 375-hp all-wheel-drive EV that promises more space,...
I Bought 171 Cars for Consumer Reports. Here's What I Learned.
On this week's episode, after 30 years and roughly $6 million spent buying cars for Consumer Reports, Mike Quincy shares his best car-buying...
The Ineos Grenadier Might Be the Perfect Backcountry Vehicle
This week w e drive the 2026 Ineos Grenadier on pavement, dirt roads, and CR's challenging Rock Hill to see whether this purpose-built, BMW-...
All-Weather vs. All-Season Tires; Should I Buy My Own Spare?
We answer viewer questions this week, including: the best vehicle for a 14-hour road trip, why automakers have eliminated spare tires, debun...
Lexus Finally Gets Electric Right: 2026 Lexus ES 500e
Is the all-new 2026 Lexus ES EV the luxury electric sedan we've been waiting for? On this week's episode we share our first impressions of t...
Save the Manuals: Driving the New 2026 VW Jetta GLI
Is the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI the last great affordable sports sedan? On this week's episode, we debate whether Volkswagen's final manual...
Will Your Next Car Come With a 'Kill Switch'? | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #516
In this episode, we separate fact from fiction about viral claims that a government-mandated "kill switch" for cars is coming in 2027. Our e...
Why Does Every New Car Feel Like a Smartphone?
In this episode of Talking Cars, we discuss why modern vehicles rely so heavily on software, apps, over-the-air updates, and smartphone inte...
Small Trucks Are the Perfect Size for Nobody: 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz
In this episode, we take an in-depth look at the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz, which, ironically, was officially discontinued days after we bough...
Everything That's Wrong with the American Auto Industry
This week's episode tackles a long-running debate: are American cars inferior to their Asian and European counterparts? We break down the tr...
The 2026 Subaru Uncharted's Identity Crisis
Is the all-new Subaru Uncharted a rugged Subaru, a rebadged Toyota, or something in between? We share our first impressions of the compact E...
Get a Job As a CR Tester, Rivian vs. Lucid, Unfair Minivan Bias
Consumer Reports experts discuss the financial viability of EV startups like Rivian and Lucid, share EV charging best practices, give advice...
2026 Dodge Charger R/T
In this episode, we share our first impressions of the all-new 2026 Dodge Charger. The Charger features new styling and a hatchback design,...
How to Survive High Gas Prices
As gas prices fluctuate and drivers look for ways to cut costs, on this week's episode we answer the questions drivers are asking most: Is p...
Are Off-Road Trims for SUVs Worth the Extra Money?
On this episode of Talking Cars, we discuss our recent evaluation of popular rugged SUV trims, sometimes called "soft roader" SUVs—including...
2026 Mazda Miata Is Still the Answer
On this episode we share our impressions of the 2026 Mazda Miata and take a joyride through Miata history. We explain why the 2026 model rem...
2027 Kia Telluride EX AWD
The 2027 Kia Telluride gets a major redesign, but is it enough to keep this three-row SUV among the best in its class? On this week's episod...
Best Used EVs, Renting with Turo + Sixt, Rivian Reliability + Owner Satisfaction
Consumer Reports experts answer audience questions about CVTs and electric vehicles, including why simulated shifting exists, why the expert...
2026 Jeep Cherokee Laredo
We share our first impressions of Jeep's all-new and first-ever hybrid Cherokee, including cabin and cargo space, design, and safety. We dis...