Mike Monticello
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Colchester, CT, United States
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Redesigned 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Finds Its Niche
Consumer Reports gives its expert first drive review of the redesigned 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, a luxury SUV that boasts a plethora of powertrain options, sleek styling, and many new high-tech amenities. → Read More
Redesigned 2023 Lexus RX Ticks Up on Luxury and Sport
Consumer Reports gives its expert first drive review on the 2023 Lexus RX. This midsized luxury SUV has four new powertrains to choose from, including three hybrids. → Read More
Talking Cars 377: Driving the 2022 Buick Enclave
Episode 377 of the Talking Cars With Consumer Reports video podcast covers driving the 2022 Buick Enclave and why you can turn off a car while driving. → Read More
Smokin’ Fast 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Ushers in a New Era of EV Pickup Trucks
Consumer Reports drives the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning, an electric pickup that ushers in a new era for trucks with prodigious power, a comfortable ride, and a quiet cabin. → Read More
2023 Genesis Electrified G80 Proves Quick, Quiet, and Luxurious
In this first drive of the 2023 Genesis Electrified G80, Consumer Reports says this luxury EV sedan retains everything we love about the G80 gas model but is quicker and quieter. → Read More
First Drive: 2022 Subaru WRX Barely Moves the Needle
Consumer Reports finds the ll-new 2022 Subaru WRX highly entertaining to drive but with only modest performance and refinement gains over the outgoing model. → Read More
First Drive: 2022 Infiniti QX60 is a Transformed Luxury Hauler
Consumer Reports' experts provide a first drive review of the redesigned 2022 Infiniti QX60 three-row midsized luxury SUV. Buyers are sure to appreciate the refined powertrain, modern infotainment, and the luxurious cabin. → Read More
Used Cars: Most Reliable 5-Year-Old Midsized SUVs
Based on Consumer Reports' exclusive survey data, these are the most reliable 5-year-old midsized SUVs. → Read More
We Finally Got Our Ford Bronco. Here are the 7 Things That Immediately Struck Us.
Consumer Reports reveals the 7 things you need to know about the all-new Ford Bronco, including whether it drives better than the Jeep Wrangler, and how easy it is to remove the doors. → Read More
Talking Cars 336: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Road Test Results
Episode 336 of the Talking Cars with Consumer Reports video podcast covers the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV road test results and answers a viewer question about the importance of ground clearance with winter driving. → Read More
Important Bike Maintenance Tips Everyone Should Follow
Consumer Reports gives important bike maintenance tips to make sure your bicycle is safe to ride. → Read More
Preview: Mazda Reveals the All-New 2023 CX-50
Consumer Reports previews the 2023 Mazda CX-50 small SUV revealed at the LA Auto Show. → Read More
Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving Capability' Falls Short of Its Name
In this review of Tesla's Full Self-Driving Capability, Consumer Reports says the $8,000 option doesn’t make the car self-driving, though it does offer a host of advanced features. → Read More
New Cars on the Horizon
Are there any new cars on the horizon? If you’re actively shopping, Consumer Reports says don’t buy until you see if any new models coming in 2020 or 2021 are worth waiting for. → Read More
Your Car's Key Fob May Have Hidden Features
Some key fobs have many features built in that owners may not even be aware of. Here's our guide to hidden key fob features. → Read More
All-New 2020 Kia Telluride Looks Big and Brawny
The all-new 2020 Kia Telluride three-row midsized SUV at the 2019 Detroit auto show. The boxy Telluride offers seating for up to eight people, some nifty family-oriented technology, and plenty of standard advanced safety systems. → Read More
Talking Cars 179: 2018 LA Auto Show
Consumer Reports' Talking Cars video podcast episode 179 was filmed on the floor at the LA Auto Show. It covers the most significant cars, SUVs, and trucks unveiled in Los Angeles. → Read More
Talking Cars 169: Subaru Ascent and the Audi E-Tron EV
Episode 169 of the Consumer Reports Talking Cars video podcast covers the Subaru Ascent, Audi E-Tron, and viewer questions on car chargers and sedans. → Read More
Talking Cars 165: You've Got Questions? We've Got Answers.
The panelists on episode 165 of the Consumer Reports Talking Cars video podcast answer viewer questions this week, including driving turbos, buying an SUV, and choosing a car for a teen. → Read More
How to Plan the Perfect Road Trip
In this primer on planning a road trip. Consumer Reports shares strategies for how to prep and pack, how to pay less for gas, and how to keep everyone healthy, safe, and sane. → Read More