Most Fuel-Efficient Hybrid Cars, Minivans, and SUVs

Below, you’ll find the recommended vehicles that get the best fuel economy overall—all over 35 mpg. Some of them cost the same as—or even less than—their comparable nonhybrid versions and will start saving you money immediately. For more on fuel economy, we have a complete guide to the most fuel-efficient cars, trucks, and SUVs on…

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iFixit Says Switch 2 Is Probably Still Drift Prone

The long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 finally dropped this week, and while it makes a number of big improvements on its predecessor—things like a better screen, beefier internal specs, and more accessible controls—there is one thing it’s worse at. According to the repairability advocates and gleeful disassemblers at iFixit, it’s even harder to fix than the…

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We Tried It: Vacpack Vacuum-Sealed Carry-On Backpack

In this video, I’m using a vacuum cleaner and not the Vacpack pump (which the company calls a “pocket vacuum”). That’s because when I purchased the backpack, the pocket vacuum was sold separately. (The price for just the pump at the time was $9.99.) We mistakenly didn’t buy it, so I emailed Vacpack to ask…

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Mazda CX-30 and Mazda3 Recalled to Fix Airbag Software Issue

The problem can only occur if the vehicle’s starter battery dies after the ignition has been left in the “on” position without the engine running for 2 or more hours, according to documents the automaker provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), If this happens, the vehicle’s airbag sensor may store an error…

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Best Folding Bikes

To help you find the best foldable bike for your needs, CR bought and tested more than a dozen conventional pedal-powered bikes and folding electric bikes. There are a lot of factors to consider when buying a folding bike. First off, how will you be using it most of the time? If you plan to…

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First Drive: 2025 Toyota 4Runner Proves Ready for Adventures

This sixth-generation 4Runner shares powertrains with the Tacoma pickup truck, offering a choice of two turbocharged four-cylinder engines—with the top one being a potent hybrid.  There is quite a range of available equipment as the trim lines move up from the base configuration, with its humble screen sizes and basic features, to the relatively luxurious…

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