	April 2008

Dear Customer,

The 2008 Consumer Reports Annual Auto issue is hot off the press and it's the most robust issue to date. From our 2008 Top Picks to our exclusive feature story on Extended Auto Warranties we have all your auto needs covered. Find out which auto makers produce the best cars and how to compare the cost of owning a vehicle. Our 2008 Auto Issue also includes the best and worst used cars as well as the latest reliability information. Visit Consumerreports.org for the 2008 Annual Auto Issue!

2008 Top Picks
This year's Top Picks in 10 categories include four new models. For the first time since 2005, a U.S. model, the redesigned Chevrolet Silverado, made the list as our choice in pickup trucks. And for the first time ever, a South Korean automaker is represented.

Most Reliable
Reliability remains a forte for most Japanese brands. Twenty-three of the 33 models in our "most reliable" list are from Japanese automakers. Moreover, we've predicted average reliability or better for all Honda and Subaru models based on our most recent survey.

Cost of Vehicle Ownership
A less-expensive car can cost you more in the long run than a more-expensive alternative, our new ownership-costs comparisons have found.

Extended Warranties
Are extended warranties a high-priced gamble? Our survey of 8,000 new-car buyers shows they are usually a poor deal.

New Car Preview
Take a first look at the all-new and redesigned vehicles hitting the road in the near future.

Who makes the best cars?
Overall, the best cars sold in the U.S. are made by Honda. That's the conclusion of a recent analysis conducted by Consumer Reports that looks at the reliability, performance, fuel economy, comfort, interior fit and finish, and ergonomics of 262 vehicles we've recently tested.

Best and Worst Used Cars
Is it time to replace your car? Owners of 27 percent of the vehicles in our latest Annual Car Reliability Survey acquired them used last year, and they're definitely on to something.