When you see the CR Recommended® mark on a car or product, you can trust that product has been independently tested and expertly rated, reviewed, and recommended by Consumer Reports. CR Recommended is a clear indication that the car you're considering meets or surpasses our industry-defining standards across performance, safety, reliability, and owner satisfaction.
CR's auto experts use our state-of-the-art 327-acre Auto Test Center to test over 50 points of evaluation—everything from acceleration, braking, and handling to category-defining EV battery range and hands-free driver assistance platforms. If performance, safety, reliability, and satisfaction matter to you, make sure your next car is CR Recommended.
86 Years
OF TESTING EXPERTISE
9,000+
CARS AND PRODUCTS TESTED
2,500+
CR RECOMMENDED CARS AND PRODUCTS
Meet Jake Fisher
Senior Director of Auto Testing
As the head of CR's Auto Testing Center, Jake Fisher brings over 25 years of automotive experience and expertise to testing cars, ensuring consumers get valuable insights into what matters most when buying their next vehicle.
CR Recommends More Than Cars
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Mattresses
Refrigerators
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Lawn Mowers
Baby Strollers
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... and Much More
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More Than a Mark
CR Recommended is a dynamic mark that connects your shopping experience to our detailed ratings and reviews. It's like having a product expert at your fingertips when and where you shop.
Find out more about CR Recommended® if you're an OEM looking to incorporate the mark and/or content into your auto marketing.