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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.

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Coloradan consumers win with approval of ‘Zero-Emission Vehicle’ program
August 16, 2019
Cars
A Zero-Emission Vehicle program in Colorado would expand consumer access to electric cars, trucks and SUVs
August 13, 2019
Cars
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Consumer Reports: Government documents show failures by Tesla, while NHTSA must do more to hold companies accountable
August 7, 2019
Cars
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Consumer Reports: Rolling back fuel economy standards will do nothing to improve traffic safety, and will be very costly for American consumers
August 7, 2019
Cars
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Consumer Reports Applauds Progress to Help Prevent Child Deaths in Hot Cars
July 31, 2019
Cars
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Our Cars Team
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
Manager, Cars & Energy Policy
Kimberly Fountain
Manager, Mobilization Engagement
David Friedman
Vice President, Advocacy
Chris Harto
Senior Policy Analyst, Transportation and Energy
Adam Winer
Communications Associate, Transportation and Energy Policy
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