Brian Cooley is CNET's Editor at large and has been with the brand since 1995. He currently focuses on electrification of vehicles but also follows the big trends in smart home, digital healthcare, 5G ...

Ever notice some cars only have a license plate on the back while others both? It comes down to how different states balance safety, cost, and design.

If you live in a state cursed by front license plate regulation, you know the hardship. Mounting a front plate to your vehicle requires drilling into the front bumper, and utterly ruining the flow of ...

For many C7 Corvette owners, the sleek, uninterrupted lines of the front end are a major part of the car’s appeal. Unfortunately, 29 U.S. states require a front license plate as of 2024, which can ...