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Summer Driving Teen Drivers Latest News Despite the extreme heat, hopefully the summer has been good for you thus far. With just a few weeks to go, now is the time for final road trips and for some families to consider buying a car for their teenager. This month, we highlight tools to help on both fronts, as well as share our latest road tests. Video: How we Test Cars | Video: Road tests | Video: Safety & Gear Summer Driving Guide to Summer Road Travel Before hitting the road this summer on vacation, be sure to browse our Guide to Summer Travel. There you will find tips for saving gas, driving with pets, assembling an emergency kit, picking a GPS navigator, and choosing the best in-car entertainment. Summer heat can take its toll on car tires Just as heat takes its toll on people and electric bills, it also impacts car reliability and safety. By some accounts, tire blowouts are on the rise, creating dangers for travelers. But you can reduce this risk, if you follow some simple maintenance tips. Guide to Car Maintenance Keep your car in top shape with the tips available in our Guide to Car Maintenance, from revitalizing your headlamps to replacing tires, we’ve got you covered. Our DIY car-care tips can save you money. And if you need something fixed, be sure to consult our car repair guide and estimator. Teen Drivers Best new cars for teens If you are looking to buy a new car for your teen driver, there are some good options that are safe and reliable, and won’t break the bank. Plus if you buy one this summer, you can take advantage of model-year-end deals on 2012 vehicles before the 2013’s arrive in showrooms. Best used cars for teens Most parents look for a used car when shopping for their teen to save money, but although you may need to make compromises to stay within budget, don't skimp on safety. Our picks and advice can steer your family in the right direction. Guide to distracted driving and teen safety As teens drive to work, the beach, and soon back to school, now can be a good time to learn more about how to keep young motorists safe. Our guide provides a variety of resources to address the challenges of less-experienced drivers, including the risks of distractions. Latest News New road tests Consumer Reports has recently published the results of our tests of the Audi TT, BMW X3, BMW Z4, Ford Edge Ecoboost, Kia Sportage, and Mercedes-Benz SLK. See how the models fare in our battery of more than 50 tests. This e-mail was sent to you by ConsumerReports.org. To ensure our e-mails are delivered directly to your inbox, please add newsletters@email.consumerreports.org to your address book! If you would like to share this e-mail with a friend, please click here. Please note: This e-mail was sent from an automated address that cannot reply to incoming e-mail, including customer service inquiries. For faster service, simply choose the appropriate help topic. To manage your newsletter subscriptions, please click here. Copyright © 2001-2012, Consumers Union of U.S., Inc., 101 Truman Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10703