BONUS: 2022 Top Picks | Talking Cars
It’s that time of year again, we share CR’s Top Picks for 2022. Find out which 10 vehicles we think are the best according to…
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2021 Kia Sorento; Gas Shortage; RV & Camper Tire Dangers | Talking Cars #307
This week we talk about our test results of the 2021 Kia Sorento: how it handled on our track, as a family car, and how…
2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray First Impressions; Why is This Smart Car Trying to Tow Anything?
We recently welcomed the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray into our test fleet, and we share our first impressions on its driving dynamics, styling, and interior…
2021 Acura TLX First Impressions; Winter Tires; Motor Oil 101 | Talking Cars #275
This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Acura TLX sports sedan, and discuss whether it's size and performance gives it an edge over…
2020 Nissan Versa Test Results; How Ride Height Affects Crash Safety | Talking Cars #257
This week we discuss our test results of the 2020 Nissan Versa subcompact sedan. We also share feedback from our audience about preferences for in-car…
2020 Buick Encore GX Test Results; Toyota Unveils a New Hybrid Sienna and Venza | Talking Cars #256
This week we share our test results of the 2020 Buick Encore GX and compare how this 3-cylinder SUV stacks up to its competitors in the…
2020 Hyundai Venue Test Results; Buying a Car During the Coronavirus Pandemic | Talking Cars #252
We finished testing on the 2020 Hyundai Venue and discuss our test results, and which car category this compact people mover slots into. We talk about how…
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB First Impressions; Replacing Run-Flats with Standard Tires | Talking Cars 242
We just purchased the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 for our test program, and discuss its driving characteristics, controls, and where this compact SUV fits into the…
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA Test Results; 2019 Automotive Naughty & Nice List | Talking Cars #235
We have completed testing on Mercedes' 4-door coupe (or is it a sedan?), the 2020 CLA, and discuss whether its lower price makes it worthy…
BMW M850i & Bentley Bentayga Review; FCA/Peugeot Merger | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #228
We recently rented two very expensive cars to try out at our test track: the 2019 BMW M850i, and the 2020 Bentley Bentayga. While these high-end…
2019 Mercedes A220 Test Results; Why Windshield Replacements Are More Expensive | Talking Cars #225
We've completed testing of the 2019 Mercedes A-Class, and discuss how it performed at our track – does the small sedan live up to the luxury…
Tesla Smart Summon; 2020 Hyundai Palisade Test Results | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #224
Tesla's latest vehicle software update includes a feature called Smart Summon. We talk about the use and effectiveness of this autonomous feature and share our…
2020 Subaru Legacy First Impressions; Should You Buy a Vehicle with No Maintenance History? | #218
This week we discuss the 2020 Subaru Legacy, and share our first impressions on the all-wheel drive sedan. We also discuss the controversy surrounding changing emissions…