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Accessibility

· 13 checks — Landmarks, headings, alt text, forms, and link quality rolled into one auditable list.
SCORE
64
GRADE
D
FIX
4
REVIEW
3
PASS
6
INFO
0
Checks
13
6 PASS 3 REVIEW 4 FIX
D
Web Manifest
Action
Not found
FIX
Not found
Info::
No web manifest found
No manifest at standard paths (/manifest.json, /site.webmanifest). A manifest is optional but enables PWA features like home screen installation and standalone display.

No web manifest found.

D
Dark Mode Support
Action
Theme color only
FIX
Theme color only
Info::
Theme-color present but no dark variant
A theme-color is set but no dark-specific variant was found. The browser toolbar may not adapt for dark mode users.
Got: #000000
Info::
No dark mode signals detected
Consider adding CSS with @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark) and <meta name='color-scheme' content='light dark'>.
Info::
Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles
External CSS files may contain prefers-color-scheme rules not visible to this scan.
Dark ModePartial Dark Mode
color-scheme meta Not set ✗Dark theme-color Not set ✗CSS indicators Not detected ✗

Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles.

D
Print Stylesheet
Action
No print styles
FIX
No print styles
Info::
No print-specific styles detected
When users print this page, they get the screen layout including navigation and non-essential elements. Add @media print rules to hide navigation and optimize layout for paper.
Print Stylesheet No Print Styles
Print stylesheet Not found ✗Inline @media print Not detected ✗
F
Navigation UX
Action
No navigation patterns
FIX
No navigation patterns
Info::
4 navigation landmark(s) detected
Info::
Hamburger menu detected (responsive design)
Info::
No breadcrumbs, search, or skip link detected
These navigation aids help users orient themselves and find content efficiently, especially on large sites.
Breadcrumbs
Search
Skip Link
Labeled Navigation 4 <nav> element(s)
Back to Top
Hamburger Menu
Sticky Navigation Cannot reliably detect (CSS-based)
2 of 6 testable patterns navigation patterns detected. Limited navigation support. Consider adding breadcrumbs, search, and skip link.
B
Landmark Structure
7 landmarks
REVIEW
7 landmarks
Info::
<main> landmark present
Info::
4 <nav> landmark(s) found
Warning::
1 of 4 <nav> elements are unlabeled
Multiple navigations need aria-label to distinguish them for screen readers.
Info::
No banner (header) landmark
Warning::
Skip navigation link is missing (WCAG 2.4.1)
Add a skip link as the first focusable element so keyboard users can bypass repeated navigation.
Page Structure — as a screen reader sees it
BANNER (missing!) NAV MAIN CONTENTINFO footer

Multiple navigations need aria-label to distinguish them for screen readers.

Why this matters

Some <nav> elements lack aria-label — screen-reader users hear 'navigation' multiple times with no way to distinguish them.

Learn more ▾

When a page has multiple <nav> regions (primary, footer, breadcrumb), each needs aria-label or aria-labelledby. AT users navigate by landmark; identical 'navigation' announcements force them to enter each one to discover purpose.

Source: WAI-ARIA Authoring Practices

Add a skip link as the first focusable element so keyboard users can bypass repeated navigation.

Why this matters

Without a skip-nav link, keyboard users tab through every nav item before reaching content — every page, every visit.

Learn more ▾

WCAG 2.4.1 (Bypass Blocks) requires a mechanism to skip past repeated content. The standard implementation is a 'Skip to main content' link that's the first focusable element, visually hidden until focused. Three lines of HTML + four of CSS.

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 2.4.1

C
Favicon & Branding
Action
3 icon(s) detected
REVIEW
3 icon(s) detected
Info::
favicon.ico present at site root
Info::
HTML icon links detected
Info::
Apple touch icon present
✓ favicon.ico Present
✓ PNG Icons Present
✓ Apple Touch Present
✗ SVG Favicon Missing
✗ Manifest Icons Missing
✗ Multiple Sizes Missing
A
Heading Hierarchy
115 headings, 1 skip(s)
PASS
115 headings, 1 skip(s)
Info::
Single H1 present
Warning::
Heading level skipped: H1 → H4 (missing H2)
Skipping heading levels breaks the document outline. Screen readers may interpret missing levels as structural errors.
  • H2 LATEST NEWS
  • H3 Watch the Legendary Mazda 787B Racer Get Rebuilt
  • H3 This EV SUV Concept from VW Wears the Jetta Name
  • H3 Nissan Targets Sub-$40K Base Price for New Xterra
  • H3 Jeep Wagoneer S Skips 2026, Aims for 2027 Return
  • H3 The Hyundai Ioniq 3 Looks Like an Electric Veloster
  • H3 Mustang Dark Horse SC Power Output Finally Revealed
  • H3 Tested: 2026 Nissan Pathfinder Tries to Keep Up
  • H3 Test: 2026 Acura Integra Focuses on the Details
  • H3 Test: 2026 Acura Integra Focuses on the Details
  • H3 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty 7.3-liter Is a Gas
  • H3 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty 7.3-liter Is a Gas
  • H3 2026 Volvo XC90 B6 Long-Term Test Introduction
  • H3 2026 Volvo XC90 B6 Long-Term Test Introduction
  • H1 Find Your Next Car.
  • H4 SIGN UP FOR CAR AND DRIVER'S NEWSLETTER skipped
  • H2 TRENDING STORIES
  • H2 Start Your Research
  • H3 SUVs
  • H3 Hybrids
  • H3 Crossovers
  • H3 Pickup Trucks
  • H3 Luxury
  • H3 EVs
  • H3 Sports Cars
  • H3 Sedans
  • H3 Coupes
  • H3 Station Wagons
  • H3 Hatchbacks
  • H3 Convertibles
  • H3 Small Cars
  • H3 Minivans and Vans
  • H3 Used Cars
  • H2 C/D MARKETPLACE HIGHLIGHTS
  • H3 Fast and Low-Priced Used Cars for Under $15K
  • H3 Used Luxury Cars That Run Regular Gas
  • H3 Great Vehicles to Tow Behind an RV
  • H3 Used Jeep Wrangler Alternatives
  • H2 REVIEWS
  • H3 All Amped Up! 40,000 Miles in Our Long-Term BMW i4 EV
  • H3 2024 Lucid Air Pure RWD Long-Term 30K Update
  • H3 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid Long-Term Test Wrap-Up
  • H3 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback GT-Line Turbo Tested
  • H3 2025 Mustang RTR Spec 3 Test: Not Going Far Enough
  • H3 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Test: Rogue-Like
  • H3 Meet Our Long-Term 2026 Ford Ranger Raptor
  • H3 2025 Land Rover Defender Octa: Fierce Defender
  • H2 C/D ORIGINALS
  • H3 Lightning Lap 2026: Hottest Cars, Toughest Track
  • H3 10Best Cars, Trucks, and SUVs for 2026
  • H3 Presenting the 2025 Car and Driver EV of the Year
  • H3 Tested: Best All-Weather Tires for 2026
  • H3 Car and Driver's 0-to-150-to-0 Speed Test 2023
  • H2 MORE NEWS
  • H3 Waymo Robotaxis Can Now Alert Cities to Potholes
  • H3 These Electric Vehicles Were Prematurely Canceled
  • H3 Mercedes-Benz's New C-Class EV Makes You Go 'Woah'
  • H3 This Retro Acura Dealer Takes You Back to the '80s
  • H3 Raced by Keanu Reeves: 2005 Scion tC on BaT
  • H3 Toyota EV SUV Hits 60 MPH as Quick as a Manual Supra
  • H3 New Camaro? We Got Your New Camaro Right Here
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  • H3 Mugen's New Super-One Is One Rad Micro Car
  • H3 Audi Considers Hybrid RS3 to Save the Five-Cylinder
  • H3 Ford Recalls 1.4M F-150 Pickups After Investigation
  • H3 Nissan Teases Burly Off-Road SUV Concept for Beijing
  • H2 ELECTRIC AND HYBRID VEHICLES 101
  • H3 Tested: Best Home EV Chargers for 2026
  • H3 Every PHEV Eligible for the Federal Tax Credit
  • H3 A Guide to Every EV for Sale in the U.S. for 2026
  • H3 Future EVs: Every Electric Vehicle Coming Soon
  • H3 How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car?
  • H2 FEATURES
  • H3 Future Cars Worth Waiting For: 2026–2030
  • H3 15 Fun Cars with Great MPG
  • H3 Every Automaker Selling EVs in the U.S. for 2026
  • H3 EV Motors Explained
  • H3 The Best Odds: 1992–97 Subaru SVX
  • H2 TRENDING NEW VEHICLES
  • H3 2026 Honda Prelude
  • H3 2027 Kia Telluride
  • H3 2027 BMW iX3
  • H3 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX
  • H2 BUYER’S GUIDE
  • H3 2026 Editors' Choice: The Best New Vehicles On Sale
  • H3 Best New Car Lease Deals for April 2026
  • H3 How to Buy or Lease a New Car
  • H3 Your Guide to Buying a New EV in 2026
  • H3 How to Maintain Your Car to Keep It Running Well
  • H2 PARTS, GEAR, TOOLS, AND ACCESSORIES
  • H3 Best Dash Cams of 2026
  • H3 Best Portable Tire Inflators of 2026, Tested
  • H3 Best Portable Jump Starters, Tested
  • H3 Tested: Best Wiper Blades for 2026
  • H3 Best Car Floor Mats of 2026
  • H2 FROM THE C/D ARCHIVE
  • H3 Tested: 1993 Honda Prelude Goes VTEC
  • H3 1993 Luxury Liner Comparo: The Boat Show
  • H3 1989 Geo Tracker: A Sidekick in More Ways Than One
  • H3 1993 Jaguar XJR-S: Age Isn't the Only Number
  • H3 2003 Mid-Size Sedan 10-Car Comparison Test
  • H2 THE LATEST
  • H3 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV Exterior Photos
  • H3 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Interior Photos
  • H3 Tested: Best Car Waxes
  • H3 Tested: Best Garage Cabinets of 2026
  • H3 Porsche Bests Own 'Ring Time but Is Outdone by Ford
  • H3 The TCR Is the Raciest, Albeit Priciest, Elantra N
  • H3 New Ford Mustang GTD Crushes the ZR1X's 'Ring Time
  • H3 Kia and Genesis Recall 235K Cars over a Fuel Leak
  • H3 Next-Gen Ford F-150 and Super Duty Coming by 2029
  • H3 Mercedes C-Class EV Cabin Shown Before Full Reveal
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  • H3 The Bestselling Luxury Vehicles of 2026
  • H3 We and our Vendors process data obtained through the use of Cookies for the following purposes:

Skipping heading levels breaks the document outline. Screen readers may interpret missing levels as structural errors.

Why this matters

Skipping heading levels breaks the document outline — screen-reader users lose track of section nesting.

Learn more ▾

Screen reader users navigate by jumping between headings (H1 → H2 → H3). Skipping (H1 → H3) breaks the sense of hierarchy. Use sequential levels even if you don't like the default styling — restyle with CSS instead. WCAG 1.3.1 (Info and Relationships) treats this as an A failure.

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 1.3.1 / W3C WAI

A
Alt Text Quality
2 of 123 images have issues
PASS
2 of 123 images have issues
Warning::
2 image(s) with generic alt text
Info::
1 image(s) with alt text over 125 characters
Info::
6 decorative image(s) correctly marked
Info::
114 image(s) with good alt text
123 images 114 good alt text 6 decorative 2 generic
IssueCount
generic2 image(s)
too long1 image(s)
A+
Form Accessibility
All 6 controls labeled
PASS
All 6 controls labeled
Info::
6 control(s) properly labeled
6 controls
6 labeled
0 placeholder only
0 unlabeled
ControlTypeLabelMethod
#global-nav-input-inputtextGlobal Nav Searchfor/id
inputtextEnter zip codearia-label
#input-PP0-11-1textEmailfor/id
selectselectVehicle Makearia-label
selectselectVehicle Modelaria-label
selectselectVehicle Yeararia-label
A
404 Error Page
HTTP 404, custom page
PASS
HTTP 404, custom page
Info::
Correct 404 status code returned
Got: HTTP 404
Info::
Custom styled 404 page
Info::
Navigation links present on 404 page
Info::
Homepage link present on 404 page
Info::
Search form present on 404 page
404 Page Quality ✓ Custom 404 Page
Status Code HTTP 404 ✓Page Title 404 | Car and Driver ✓Custom Styling ✓Navigation ✓Homepage Link ✓Search Form ✓
A+
Color Contrast (Screenshot)
20 text elements analyzed, 0 fail WCAG AA
PASS

Analyzes text contrast against the actual rendered page, including background images, gradients, and overlays that CSS-based tools cannot detect.

20 pass
Show all checked elements (20)
ElementRatioRequiredFGBGResult
h1 Find Your Next Car.5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h2 TRENDING STORIES5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h2 C/D MARKETPLACE HIGH…5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h2 C/D ORIGINALS5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h2 TRENDING NEW VEHICLE…5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h2 THE LATEST5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 SUVs5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Hybrids5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Crossovers5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Pickup Trucks5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Luxury5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 EVs5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Sports Cars5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Sedans5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Coupes5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Station Wagons5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Hatchbacks5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Convertibles5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Small Cars5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass
h3 Minivans and Vans5.24:13.0:1
#000000
#7F7F7F
Pass

Methodology: The top 20 text elements by font size were checked. Background color was sampled from the desktop screenshot using a 5-point pattern. WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text.

A+
Lighthouse Accessibility Audits
Score 95/100 — 3 failing, 28 passed
PASS
95

Accessibility

These checks highlight opportunities to improve the accessibility of your web app. Automatic detection can only detect a subset of issues and does not guarantee the accessibility of your web app, so manual testing is also encouraged.

Contrast

Low-contrast text is difficult or impossible for many users to read. Learn how to provide sufficient color contrast.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
New div.css-9hh13f > div.css-1mdults > div.css-l9nyzx > button.css-1rfvvw8
Certified Pre-Owned div.css-9hh13f > div.css-1mdults > div.css-l9nyzx > button.css-1rfvvw8

These are opportunities to improve the legibility of your content.

Navigation

Properly ordered headings that do not skip levels convey the semantic structure of the page, making it easier to navigate and understand when using assistive technologies. Learn more about heading order.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
SIGN UP FOR CAR AND DRIVER'S NEWSLETTER div.flex > div.css-1nguoed > div.css-1e73gie > h4.css-l46spz

These are opportunities to improve keyboard navigation in your application.

Visible text labels that do not match the accessible name can result in a confusing experience for screen reader users. Learn more about accessible names.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
GO div.css-x8pqzf > div.css-9hh13f > div.css-jpfzui > button.css-dnd74b
○Interactive controls are keyboard focusable
○Interactive elements indicate their purpose and state
○The page has a logical tab order
○Visual order on the page follows DOM order
○User focus is not accidentally trapped in a region
○The user's focus is directed to new content added to the page
○HTML5 landmark elements are used to improve navigation
○Offscreen content is hidden from assistive technology
○Custom controls have associated labels
○Custom controls have ARIA roles
●`[aria-*]` attributes match their roles
●`[aria-hidden="true"]` is not present on the document `<body>`
●`[role]`s have all required `[aria-*]` attributes
●`[role]` values are valid
●`[aria-*]` attributes have valid values
●`[aria-*]` attributes are valid and not misspelled
●Buttons have an accessible name
●Image elements have `[alt]` attributes
●Form elements have associated labels
●`[user-scalable="no"]` is not used in the `<meta name="viewport">` element and the `[maximum-scale]` attribute is not less than 5.
●Select elements have associated label elements.
●ARIA attributes are used as specified for the element's role
●Elements with `role="dialog"` or `role="alertdialog"` have accessible names.
●`[aria-hidden="true"]` elements do not contain focusable descendents
●Elements use only permitted ARIA attributes
●Document has a `<title>` element
●`<html>` element has a `[lang]` attribute
●`<html>` element has a valid value for its `[lang]` attribute
●Links are distinguishable without relying on color.
●Links have a discernible name
●Lists contain only `<li>` elements and script supporting elements (`<script>` and `<template>`).
●List items (`<li>`) are contained within `<ul>`, `<ol>` or `<menu>` parent elements
●No element has a `[tabindex]` value greater than 0
●Touch targets have sufficient size and spacing.
●Document has a main landmark.
●Deprecated ARIA roles were not used
●Uses ARIA roles only on compatible elements
●Image elements do not have `[alt]` attributes that are redundant text.
○`[accesskey]` values are unique
○`button`, `link`, and `menuitem` elements have accessible names
○ARIA input fields have accessible names
○ARIA `meter` elements have accessible names
○ARIA `progressbar` elements have accessible names
○Elements with an ARIA `[role]` that require children to contain a specific `[role]` have all required children.
○`[role]`s are contained by their required parent element
○Elements with the `role=text` attribute do not have focusable descendents.
○ARIA toggle fields have accessible names
○ARIA `tooltip` elements have accessible names
○ARIA `treeitem` elements have accessible names
○The page contains a heading, skip link, or landmark region
○`<dl>`'s contain only properly-ordered `<dt>` and `<dd>` groups, `<script>`, `<template>` or `<div>` elements.
○Definition list items are wrapped in `<dl>` elements
○ARIA IDs are unique
○No form fields have multiple labels
○`<frame>` or `<iframe>` elements have a title
○`<html>` element has an `[xml:lang]` attribute with the same base language as the `[lang]` attribute.
○Input buttons have discernible text.
○`<input type="image">` elements have `[alt]` text
○The document does not use `<meta http-equiv="refresh">`
○`<object>` elements have alternate text
○Skip links are focusable.
○Cells in a `<table>` element that use the `[headers]` attribute refer to table cells within the same table.
○`<th>` elements and elements with `[role="columnheader"/"rowheader"]` have data cells they describe.
○`[lang]` attributes have a valid value
○`<video>` elements contain a `<track>` element with `[kind="captions"]`
○Tables have different content in the summary attribute and `<caption>`.
○All heading elements contain content.
○Identical links have the same purpose.
○Tables use `<caption>` instead of cells with the `[colspan]` attribute to indicate a caption.
○`<td>` elements in a large `<table>` have one or more table headers.
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