Keepin' it wheel, Disney/Pixar has released a full trailer for the upcoming movie, "Cars 2." The sequel to the popular animated 2006 film "Cars" looks to bring back many favorite four-wheeled characters from Radiator Springs ("the cutest little town...

Big full-size luxury SUVs have been viewed as dinosaurs roaming the automotive landscape. Threats of higher fuel prices and a social stigma pose challenges to their survival. But a market for these vehicles remains. So despite the apparent looming...

It's not uncommon for people to mix up or use the wrong fluids in their cars, and if they do, the results can vary from irritating to deadly. Below, we outline the potential damage you can do to your...

We drive over 100 new cars each year here at the track. Most of them are perfectly pleasant. Some are downright nice, while a handful get banished to the outer edges of the parking lot once the test miles...

Dealership lots are now well stocked with 2011 models, though there are some leftover 2010 models still available. Many dealerships have all-new models crowding showrooms, while vehicles that saw their generation end with 2010 may be lurking outside. Car...

One of the nation's largest makers of baby and child gear said today it is recalling more than 18,000 child car seats in the United States and Canada after Consumer Reports tests showed the seat can crack and fail...

2011 Chevrolet Volt Voltec DrivePhoto: General Motors A lot of controversy has coursed through the Web regarding the Chevrolet Volt and its drive system. It was spurred by a recent report by Motor Trend that the Volt's mechanical systems...

Mini has announced pricing for the upcoming Countryman, a four-door, four-seat model that is the largest, tallest, and roomiest Mini yet. Due in showrooms early next year, base models will start at $22,350, or $500 more than the Mini...

Our latest car battery test shows that you don't have to spend a fortune to get a top performer. In fact, our tests show that some $75 models work as well or better as competitors at twice the price.We...

Volkswagen has bold ambitions to dramatically increase its sales and market share in the United States, and the redesigned 2011 Jetta is expected to play a significant role toward achieving that goal. Consumer Reports' auto engineers had a chance...