Cars

My first kid was so eager to switch to a big-kid car seat that the Wirecutter-pick booster we got her for her fifth birthday was her favorite gift.

Stashing these eight cheap(ish) things in your car will help make every day run a little smoother.

If you want the peace of mind of having a dash cam record as you drive, we think the Viofo A229 Pro is the best overall choice for most people.

After 58 hours of research and 95 hours of testing, we’ve found the best models to charge your electric vehicle at home and on the go.

After testing more than 75 bike racks, we recommend the Küat Sherpa 2.0 hitch rack as the best way to carry your bikes on a car.

We recommend four handheld vacuums that have helpful tools and the ability to reach into the nooks and crannies of a car.

These affordable items can help you survive a hot car summer.

After over 60 hours of research and talking with safety experts and mechanics, here are the items we recommend you keep in your car for a roadside emergency.

After hundreds of hours of research and 1,500 miles behind the wheel, we’ve singled out the gear that’s absolutely essential for your next journey on the open road.

I used to scoff at folks who took the time to keep their cars clean. Now I’m one of them.

We’ve tested the best car chargers, and we have recommendations for affordable, reliable options that can fast-charge any device while you’re on the road.

No matter where you want to mount it, we’ve got plenty of options to keep your phone safely in view while you’re driving.

A wireless charging mount lets you safely use a phone while driving and keep it juiced up along the way. iOttie’s Easy One Touch Wireless 2 remains the best.

Rotating car seats are gaining popularity—but for the typical family, they’re not better than simpler options. Here’s what to know before buying one.

The Hopkins SubZero 80037 is the best ice scraper we’ve found.

The iOttie phone mount will keep your phone steady while you’re following driving directions.

When the Wirecutter outdoor team goes car camping—as opposed to backpacking and carrying gear into the wilderness—this is the gear they bring.

My trunk used to be a chaotic dumping ground for anything and everything. Now it’s an orderly library of emergency-preparedness supplies and other essentials.