Move Over Santa: Consumer Reports Issues List Of Naughty & Nice Companies

They’re making a list and checking it twice, and you’re about to find out who’s naughty and nice. Get it? Because Consumer Reports is coming to town? Or rather, it’s issued its annual list of the companies it considers to be bad little boys and girls and those who are to be held up as examples to the rest of’em. Let’s get to it [cue gleeful rubbing together of hands]!

We’re not gonna spoil all of the losers/winners but there are some particular standouts in both categories. Each listing is just for a specific company policy, to clarify.

NAUGHTY!

BMW: Hey now, fancy car company. Consumer Reports says all that fanciness doesn’t include a real spare tire or a jack, which could result in a nightmare by the side of the road. The run-flat tires that come in most models will help you limp along after a routine hole, but may the tow truck gods help ye if you get a blowout or rip in the sidewall. Make sure to ask if your car comes with a spare no matter who you buy or lease one from.

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