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    CR Digital Archive

    April 2018

    Special Report

    The Race to Improve Fuel Economy
    Despite advancements, is a revived debate over efficiency requirements going to slow progress?

    Fuel-Saving Innovations: Features That Work and Some That Still Need Tweaking
    A look at what's working today

    Features

    Are Pickup Trucks Becoming the New Family Car?
    Today’s pickups are safer and more comfortable, and sales to women and families are on the rise. Could one be right for you?
    Don't Neglect Getting Your Airbags Fixed
    More than 26 million recalled Takata airbags still need to be replaced. Do yours?

    10 Noteworthy Cars Coming Soon
    These 2019 models caught our eye at auto shows. Stay tuned for our test results once these cars become available to buy.
    Is Your Car Under Recall & You Don't Know It?
    How to check, with several significant recalls highlighted

    Departments

    From Our President: A New Road Ahead
    Consumer Reports' Annual Auto Spotlight offers all the savvy insight you need to buy the right vehicle
    Selling It
    Goofs, glitches, and gotchas spotted by our readers

    The April 2018 issue of Consumer Reports provides the latest ratings and reviews plus rigorous reporting on issues that impact consumers. Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice on consumer products and services, with more than 7 million paying members.
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