(February 26, 2015) YONKERS, N.Y. — Consumer Reports has long advocated buying used as a way for consumers to get the biggest bang for their buck — but picking out a good used car from a sea of bad ones has never been easy. Consumer Reports has compiled a handy list of reliable, affordable, and safe used cars for model years 2005 through 2014 to help consumers find the best small car, sedan, or SUV.

(February 24, 2015) NORTHBROOK, Ill. — Pothole season is officially underway, which means drivers are navigating roads filled with hazards. But a few tips from Allstate may help drivers avoid flats, crashes, and enjoy a much smoother ride.

(February 20, 2015) SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — Low oil prices will contribute to upside potential for the U.S. automotive market in the near term, according to a recent report from IHS Automotive. Fueled by reduced prices at the gas pump, U.S. consumer confidence is expected to continue to rise, resulting in a potential shift to larger vehicles in the U.S. and Canada as these vehicles will be more affordable to own and the value of fuel economy becomes less important to consumers.

(February 18, 2015) SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Certified pre-owned (CPO) car sales are at an all-time high, say analysts at Edmunds.com. In the company's latest Used Vehicle Market Report, Edmunds.com analysts noted that in 2014 CPO sales hit an all-time high of 2.3 million — even though it was not a record year for used car sales overall.

Last year, CPO made up 20.8 percent of total used car sales at franchised dealerships, the highest percentage since certified pre-owned programs were introduced.