Benjamin Preston
Work At CR
While at Consumer Reports, Benjamin Preston provided expert guidance for consumers regarding new- and used-car buying and selling, automotive repair and maintenance, car insurance, electric bikes, and many important safety issues.
Experience and Education
Benjamin has a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, and has written about cars, transportation, and other topics for The New York Times, Time Inc., the Guardian, and a host of other well-known publications. He is also a volunteer firefighter, specializing in vehicle crash response and extrication.
Latest Articles by Benjamin Preston
Con los precios de los autos usados tan altos, conviene reparar el auto que ya tienes
February 4, 2026
February 4, 2026
Cómo prevenir el robo del convertidor catalítico
January 29, 2026
January 29, 2026
Used-Car Prices Are High, So Consider Fixing the Car You Already Own
January 29, 2026
January 29, 2026
Should You Use Synthetic Oil in Your Car?
January 28, 2026
January 28, 2026
How to Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft
January 18, 2026
January 18, 2026
What to Keep in a Winter Car Emergency Kit
January 10, 2026
January 10, 2026
Winter Driving Tips From Consumer Reports’ Experts
December 2, 2025
December 2, 2025
Consumer Reports' Guide to Defensive Driving
November 9, 2025
November 9, 2025
Cómo adquirir un préstamo para comprar un auto
October 30, 2025
October 30, 2025
How to Shop for a Car Loan
October 27, 2025
October 27, 2025
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