Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Every road trip begins with putting the transmission in gear, but this common task is now performed via a wide range of ...

There have already been more than 600 automotive recalls in the U.S. so far this year. Millions of owners are being warned about faulty fuel pumps, airbags that don’t deploy properly, steering ...

When buying a car, one of the first and most important choices you'll need to make is whether to buy a new or used car. Brand-new cars are usually more expensive than used cars, but they benefit from ...

When deciding whether to buy a new or used car, knowing the pros and cons of each can help with your decision. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

Lisa Smith is a writer with a passion for financial journalism, contributing to popular media outlets like Investopedia and Bloomberg BNA. Charlene Rhinehart is a CPA , CFE, chair of an Illinois CPA ...