Consumer Reports' Most Reliable Car Brand Is No Longer Subaru
Known for their dependability, Japanese cars continue to dominate Consumer Reports' reliability rankings. But Subaru no longer holds the coveted No. 1 spot.
Read MoreKnown for their dependability, Japanese cars continue to dominate Consumer Reports' reliability rankings. But Subaru no longer holds the coveted No. 1 spot.
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