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Have you purchased a new Subaru and found out later there are features you wish your salesperson would have told you about? Or do you have questions on how something works? You aren't alone. Here are five hidden features that you may not know existed!

Here's Tesla's answer for avoiding any legal responsibility for their Cybertruck Lightbar accessory.

After extensive testing, Consumer Reports recommends these as the best winter/snow tires you can buy in 2024 that provide the most grip under a wide range of winter driving conditions.

Discover the best basic tire selections recommended by tire expert analysts at Consumer Reports for their top picks of sedans, SUVs, and truck tires, as revealed in this recent 2024 tire review update.

How do you make the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness better? Check out the upgrades from LP Aventure that take the rugged Wilderness trim to the next level for outdoor enthusiasts.

Which are the most loved car models by their owners? Which Subaru model is loved the most? Check out the top 13 cars, SUVs, and trucks, see if yours is here, and discover how long Subaru Forester owners keep their vehicles.

Comments made by Lucid's CEO actually make a strong case for a different view through a prism of negativity that should encourage Tesla FSD believers, points out this EV expert. Plus, who has the better battery today?

While Tesla uses a lot of cells from outside vendors, a new report about Tesla batteries says that internally, Tesla engineers will have 4 new Tesla batteries coming out as the next generation for powering their EVs.

Which are the most and least expensive Subaru models to maintain? Check out all of Subaru's models and where each stands in this ranking. Also, find out where Subaru ranks among the top ten car brands.

Used car with no owner's manual and no idea what motor oil grade to use, or just wanting to know which motor oil is best for your car aside from what the owner's manual says? Here is how an expert chooses his.

While some used cars deserve a second look, there are also those that you should not just walk away from, but run away from, whenever possessing any one of these eight red flags, warns this mechanic.

Virtually, the same car, but following different philosophies. Here's why choosing the right Nissan Z is not as simple as you think.

Here's a great introduction to how to properly begin any repair involving the one automotive system most car owners fear and do wrong the most.

Which are the least expensive car brands to maintain? Check out the ten automakers with the lowest maintenance costs and see where Subaru models stand in this ranking. 

Does an algorithm from the 1980s really accurately determine how much life is left in your car's motor oil between motor oil changes while driving? This oil expert tests the truthiness of this claim.

A Toyota Master Mechanic tells DIY mechanics this is the best type of education for DIY car repair that good professional mechanics rely on. Plus, invaluable info on how to replace the wheel bearing on a modern Toyota.

If you are buying a new Toyota this month up until early November and need financing, here is an updated list of Toyota's financing deals you will want to take with you before going to your bank.

One of the simplest common DIY checks and repairs is with your Toyota's MAF sensor. However, if you are not careful you could damage an otherwise good sensor. Here's how to DIY right.

A car shopper involved in a dangerous carjacking by his dealership serves as a good lesson for car shoppers when signing car loans financed through a dealership.

Which are the nine most popular new SUVs on the Consumer Reports website? Subaru now has three of the most popular models. You can probably guess which ones, but you may be surprised at their popularity ranking. See which one is #1. 

Toyota has had a rough year, but does this mean its quality is headed downhill? This expert says the answer is both "yes" and "no." Plus, Toyota's biggest problem today is not necessarily Toyota’s fault…but its owners’ and fans’ fault.

Toyota, a brand known for its longevity, has a surprise in its lineup. One of its top-selling models, the RAV4, which you might not expect, does not make the top 30 longest-lasting vehicles list. Check out these surprise findings here. 

Which are the most popular used 2021 model vehicles? According to a new report from Consumer Reports, the Forester is more popular than the top-selling Ford F-150. I'll explore why here and look at another Subaru model that defies the odds. 

Consumer Reports' analysts recently revealed which used car, SUV, and truck models are the most searched on the Consumer Reports' website by shoppers wanting to save money with reliable used models.

A recent tool review reveals that when it comes to buying the least expensive tool set that performs remarkably well, Harbor Freight just lost to this brand that ranks higher in quality and lower in price.

For those of you eyeing a used Subaru Outback or Crosstrek, here's some great news. The prices of these two popular models have seen a significant drop, making them more affordable than ever.

Are plastic car ramps death traps? Find out how Harbor Freight fared in a car ramp review and a good reason why car ramps are the second most dangerous way to lift a car.

Here's the surest way to void your new car's warranty with today's modern models. Plus, why you can't beat the system by erasing your car's Black Box.

Which SUVs, cars, and minivans are the easiest to get into and out of? The new list from Consumer Reports explains why the Subaru Forester is the best compact SUV for easy access. I'll describe two additional areas in which Forester excels.

If your Uber driver violates the law by running a red light, resulting in a crash, you might be legally prevented from taking them to court for this one reason most passengers agree to on their app.