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Be honest: is the Miata a terrible daily driver?
Be honest: is the Miata a terrible daily driver?
The Mazda Miata may be legendary, but even its biggest fans say daily-driving one comes with real compromises. https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/mazda/mx-5-miata/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
The last truly analog sports car?
The last truly analog sports car?
The 2026 Miata is more analog than modern supercars. https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sports-cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Porsche fans won’t like this…
Porsche fans won’t like this…
The Mazda Miata has the best manual transmission on earth. https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/who-makes-the-most-reliable-cars-a7824554938/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Automatic Miatas should be ILLEGAL?!
Automatic Miatas should be ILLEGAL?!
The CR team debates one of the internet’s favorite enthusiast opinions — should the Mazda Miata only come with a manual? https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/mazda/mx-5-miata/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Some CR experts love simulated shifts in a CVT | Consumer Reports
Some CR experts love simulated shifts in a CVT | Consumer Reports
Have you ever wondered why your car pretends to shift gears? Here's why: https://youtu.be/LOlYl5E7Wy0/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee steering wheel is trying too hard
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee steering wheel is trying too hard
From “squircle” design to an overly thick grip, this wheel turns simple driving into a daily annoyance—blocking controls and making every maneuver feel awkward. https://www.consumerreports.org/cars...
Open mouth, insert foot.
Open mouth, insert foot.
Keith never reads what anyone writes at CR! Well, at least not until he gets into a test vehicle himself. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/wzto0FVGBG4
What even is this car?
What even is this car?
Regular cars and coupes have mostly disappeared from the market. So where does that leave the Honda Prelude? Read our First Drive here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2026-honda-p...
The problem with the Honda Prelude
The problem with the Honda Prelude
Not too sporty, not super luxurious, hybrid powertrain, automatic transmission. Who is Honda aiming for with the 2026 Prelude? Check out the full conversation: https://youtu.be/wzto0FVGBG4
The Love/Hate of the Honda Prelude
The Love/Hate of the Honda Prelude
We (kind of) like the Honda Prelude. But there are some basic flaws that can make it hard to live with. Check out the full conversation: https://youtu.be/wzto0FVGBG4
2026 Subaru Outback Premium powertrain
2026 Subaru Outback Premium powertrain
The underpowered, jumpy base engine delivers mixed results; simulated shifts and “Subie surge” aim for excitement but don’t always smooth out the ride. Test Results: 2026 Subaru Outback https://www...
2026 Subaru Outback Touring XT: Turbo power, smoother drive
2026 Subaru Outback Touring XT: Turbo power, smoother drive
With 260 horsepower on tap, the Outback Touring XT’s turbocharged engine delivers a more relaxed, refined experience than the base model. Test Results: 2026 Subaru Outback https://www.consumerrepor...
Modern auto interiors are basically skinny jeans
Modern auto interiors are basically skinny jeans
Why the new, huge touchscreen in the 2026 Mazda CX-5 reminds us of the skinny jeans trend from 2008. Full episode here: https://youtu.be/gYRzZjfMstg/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Ranting about 2026 Nissan Sentra's touch controls
Ranting about 2026 Nissan Sentra's touch controls
Expert tips and advice from Consumer Reports: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/nissan/sentra/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Getting weird with the 2026 Nissan Leaf's voice controls
Getting weird with the 2026 Nissan Leaf's voice controls
This is just our experts having some fun, find our full formal test results here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/nissan/leaf/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Caught Us Off Guard
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Caught Us Off Guard
Watch full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTCcj0zC0HQ
Testing Rivian's "Spicy" hands-free driving mode in the R1S at CR's track
Testing Rivian's "Spicy" hands-free driving mode in the R1S at CR's track
Find out where Rivian lands on CR's owner satisfaction survey results: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/most-and-least-liked-car-brands-a1291429338/?EXTKEY=YS...