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How Hot Weather Affects Your Car Battery and What to Do About It
Consumer Reports explains how hot weather affects your car battery and shares tips for ensuring reliable starts in summer months.
Best Car Batteries for Cold Weather
These are the best car batteries for cold weather, based on Consumer Reports' extensive tests. Plus, expert advice on car battery care for the winter.
How to Make Your Car Battery Last Longer
Learn how to make your car battery last longer with this expert advice from CR. These simple steps will catch any battery issues before they cause trouble.
Best Car Batteries for the Money Based on Extensive Testing
CR's tests reveal the best car battery value for the money in group sizes 24/24F, 35, 47, 48, 49, 51R, 65, and 94R, covering lead-acid and AGM batteries.
Consumer Reports’ Real-World Electric Car Range Comparison
Consumer Reports' real-world electric car range tests show how far an EV can go on a highway road trip before the battery runs out.
8 Best Car Batteries of 2026, Lab-Tested and Reviewed
Consumer Reports' tests show the best car batteries when it comes to overall performance.
ICYMI: It's Time to Buy a Battery Mower, Best Used Cars, Foreign-Made Router Ban
Last week at CR, we discussed when it's time to switch to a battery mower, the best used cars for April 2026, and the FCC's ban on foreign-made routers.
First Drive: 2026 Nissan Leaf Takes Some Steps Forward, Some Back
CR reviews the all-new 2026 Nissan Leaf crossover electric vehicle, sharing insights on the new design, technology, safety features, and electric powertrain.
How a Car Battery Charger Can Keep Your Vehicle Ready to Go
Prevent unexpected battery failure. Learn how to use a car battery maintainer or smart charger to combat parasitic drain and extend battery life.
Hot Car Fatalities Are a Year-Round Threat to Children and Pets
To better understand the risk of hot car fatalities for a child in a car seat, Consumer Reports conducted a series of measurements using test cars.
Cars With the Best and Worst Road-Test Scores
These are the top cars in CR’s road tests, based on performance at our test track. Also, the cars, SUVs, and trucks with the lowest road-test scores.
ICYMI: Exploding Oven Doors, Laptops, EV Charging Speeds
Last week at CR: What to know about exploding oven doors, laptops, EV charging speeds, and everyday kitchen essentials.
Talking Cars 498: Discussing the Latest Electric Car Range Test Results
Episode 498 of the “Talking Cars with Consumer Reports” video podcast discusses our electric vehicle range test and the evolution of headlights.
Best Large SUVs for Maximum Cargo Capacity
Consumer Reports' auto experts highlight the large mainstream and luxury SUVs with the most cargo room based on their tests.
How to Jump-Start a Car With a Dead Battery
Do you need a jump-start a car with a dead battery? Follow Consumer Reports' guide to using jumper cables and tips on how to avoid a dead battery.
Car Safety Checklist: What to Do Before a Hurricane Hits
Consumer Reports helps you get your car prepared in case you're forced to evacuate because of an approaching hurricane or storm system.
Baby Product Recalls Parents Should Know About in 2026
Stay up to date with the latest baby product recall news, plus baby food and formula recalls, car seat recalls, and children’s product safety news.
Which Car Brands Have the Highest Road-Test Scores?
Consumer Reports ranks car brands by their road-test scores, based on evaluations covering fuel economy, ride, handling, acceleration, and much more.
Consumer Reports' Most Popular Used Cars, SUVs, and Pickup Trucks
These are the 10 most popular used cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks on Consumer Reports’ website.
What Makes a Safe Car?
From crash tests to technology, these are the safest cars and SUVs you can buy right now.