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...
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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...
2026 Honda Prelude
This week, we cover the all-new 2026 Honda Prelude. We reminisce about past Preludes, discuss the 2026 model's hybrid-only powertrain and re...
2026 Subaru Outback Premium & Touring XT
This week, it's all about the 2026 Subaru Outback. We bought two trims of the Outback: Premium and Touring XT. We discuss its radical redesi...
2026 Mazda CX-5 Premium Plus
On this episode, we share our first impressions of the 2026 Mazda CX-5. We cover the CX-5's redesign, including its new, large touchscreen i...
2026 New York Auto Show
We're live from the floor of the 2026 New York Auto Show, and sharing our first impressions of the vehicles announced at the show, including...
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander SE
We purchased a 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander SE for our test program and share our first impressions of the updated compact SUV, including its n...
EV Range Test Results
This week, we share the results of Consumer Reports' EV Range Test. Find out which vehicles have the longest all-electric driving range, how...
Are Portable Jump Starters Worth It, The Most Fuel-Efficient Speed to Drive, Timing Chains vs. Timing Belts
This week, we go through the mailbag and answer audience questions, including: Is driving 55 mph really more fuel-efficient—even in a 10-spe...