The 5 best bike racks for your car, according to Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports put bike racks to the test to make sure they're easy to use, will keep your bikes protected, and don't shake too much

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Buying a bike rack to fit on top of your car may seem simple enough, but in the past decade, the market for them has exploded. With more options than ever, it can be hard to sort through the noise and find the ones that make the most sense for both your car and your needs.

Luckily, Consumer Reports put them to the test. It asked car testers and cycling experts to evaluate multiple models, considering everything from whether they could accommodate heavy e-bikes to which kept the bikes most secure and in good condition.

CR only considered rear-of-car racks, meaning ones that are primarily........

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