When it’s time to take the car in for repairs, you typically have three options to choose from: dealerships, independent repair shops, and chains. According to the results of our latest car repair ...

Everyone knows cars cost money, but what’s less known is how much that car will keep costing you after its initial purchase. One thing is certain, though: The average cost to repair and maintain a car ...

When it comes to automotive service facilities, Consumer Reports members prefer independent shops—and, in some cases, chains—over dealerships, according to our annual survey. The survey results show ...