Zero electric motorcycles prove quiet, efficient, and fun
Zero electric motorcycles prove quiet, efficient, and fun Like electric cars, electric motorcycles are clean and efficient, but that’s not why people buy them. The real reason is that they’re a blast...
View ArticleBMW M235i review
BMW M235i review Many BMW purists are lamenting the, well, softening of the automaker’s “Ultimate Driving Machine” edict in favor of more comfort, luxury, and technology in recent models. In most...
View ArticleFuel economy vs. performance
Fuel economy vs. performance You don't always have to give up engine performance in return for good fuel economy. To prove this, Consumer Reports compiled this list of vehicles that provided the best...
View ArticleTop cars in our tests
Top cars in our tests Each vehicles is put through a battery of tests at our track to determine its performance and some models stand out while others do not. Our list highlights the overall top...
View ArticleMost fun to drive
Most fun to drive Fun to drive is a subjective measure—an elusive quality that can mean different things to different people. From our experience, a car can have a very powerful engine and accelerate...
View ArticleHighest-scoring American vehicles
Highest-scoring American vehicles There are many ways to view the Consumer Reports Ratings to find the highest-rated vehicle in a given category or price range. But we get many questions from...
View ArticleBest & worst fuel economy
Best & worst fuel economy The lists below highlight the vehicles within each category that achieved the best or worst gas mileage in our real-world tests. We have selected mpg cutoffs that are...
View ArticleBest & worst acceleration
Best & worst acceleration How fast a vehicle will accelerate is not something that should be of concern only to driving enthusiasts. Being able to merge safely with fast-moving traffic is...
View ArticleThe most fuel-efficient cars
The most fuel-efficient cars With continued high gas prices, fuel economy is a important factor to consider when buying a few car. There are many options for finding a fuel sipper and models include...
View ArticleStores to begin to show unit prices online
Stores to begin to show unit prices online When it comes to finding the best value when shopping online, you’ll soon have some help. Within nine months, Walmart, Costco, Walgreens, FreshDirect, CVS,...
View ArticleRiding the rumble-free Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle concept
Riding the rumble-free Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle concept Harley-Davidson’s Project LiveWire electric motorcycle concept sounds more like “Tron” than “Easy Rider.” And we had a chance to...
View ArticleSmackdown: Chevrolet Corvette Stingray vs. Porsche 911
Smackdown: Chevrolet Corvette Stingray vs. Porsche 911 Corvette vs. 911. The rivalry between Chevrolet and Porsche’s flagship sports cars spans more than half a century, and it has been fodder for...
View ArticleWhich hearing aid style is best for you?
Which hearing aid style is best for you? If you're avoiding noisy places or having trouble in conversation or understanding TV, it might be time for a hearing aid. Medical evidence shows they can...
View ArticleHospital visiting hours should never end
Hospital visiting hours should never end Throughout our lives there is no better test of character, and sometimes courage, than being able to weather new or difficult challenges alone—the first day of...
View ArticleWhat you need to know about Aereo's Supreme Court case
What you need to know about Aereo's Supreme Court case The Supreme Court is close to ruling on a tussle between television broadcasters and Aereo, a two-year-old company that owns thousands of little,...
View ArticleWhirlpool’s smart washer and dryer just got smarter
Whirlpool’s smart washer and dryer just got smarter With its new partnership with Whirlpool, Nest has moved from the living room to the laundry room. Now a Nest learning thermostat can monitor...
View ArticleRedesigned 2015 Ford Edge SUV piles on the features
Redesigned 2015 Ford Edge SUV piles on the features Ford has unveiled its second-generation Edge, based on a platform shared with the commendable current-generation Fusion sedan. And it is about time....
View ArticleBest cars for comfort
Best cars for comfort If you spend a lot of time in your vehicle, you know that comfort is a high priority. You want the ride to be pleasant and not torture for your body. A seat that causes...
View ArticleHow well does airport Wi-Fi work?
How well does airport Wi-Fi work? Need to kill time at the airport while waiting for your flight? Join the crowd and jump online with your phone, tablet, or computer. Our survey of travelers found...
View ArticleChevrolet Corvette Stingray and Porsche 911 deliver record-setting stops in...
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and Porsche 911 deliver record-setting stops in Consumer Reports tests We recently completed our track testing of the redesigned Chevrolet Corvette Stingray LT3 and the...
View Article