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Consumer Reports is an independent nonprofit organization that works for a fair, safe and transparent marketplace.

Since we were founded as Consumers Union in 1936, we have advocated for the rights of all consumers. Now, we are united under the Consumer Reports name, bringing together our trusted testing, research, journalism, and advocacy.

We hope you will partner with us and our six million members for a better world.

An independent, nonprofit member organization that works with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace.

Better Cars and Safer Streets

People should have broad access to safe, fuel-efficient, low polluting transportation that is reliable, affordable, and meets their individual needs. That’s why CR champions government protections and corporate behaviors that promote a better car market and more mobility options. And it’s why we work to empower people – so their voices and choices can help steer that market in their favor.

Coloradan consumers win with committee vote for ‘Low-Emission Vehicle’ standards
February 14, 2019
Cars
Joint petition for NHTSA to reconsider its final rule on temporary exemptions from safety standards
February 8, 2019
Cars
End of an era in Detroit, and the beginning of a new one
January 23, 2019
Cars
Electric vehicle sales hit new peak in 2018, but a lot of room for continued growth
January 15, 2019
Cars
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Consumer Reports: Self-driving companies’ education campaigns must be driven by safety, not public relations
January 8, 2019
Cars
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The Consumer Reports Advocacy staff is dedicated to harnessing data and unbiased research to expose public health and safety issues, promote fairness in the marketplace, and help consumers make better choices.
Shannon Baker-Branstetter
Senior Policy Counsel, Energy and Environment
Kimberly Fountain
Organizer, Healthcare & Cars
David Friedman
Vice President, Advocacy
Chris Harto
Senior Policy Analyst, Transportation and Energy
William Wallace
Senior Policy Analyst
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