Just in: 2014 Cadillac CTS proves luxurious and engaging
Just in: 2014 Cadillac CTS proves luxurious and engaging Like other motoring scribes, we raved about our time behind the wheel of a 2014 Cadillac CTS preproduction press car. I even pronounced on...
View ArticleBlack Friday TV deals: Our top picks so far
Black Friday TV deals: Our top picks so far One of the allures of Black Friday is getting best deals of the year, especially on large-ticket items such as TVs. We've now had a chance to scan most of...
View ArticleShould you pay by smart phone with the new app for AT&T, T-Mobile, and...
Should you pay by smart phone with the new app for AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless? Consumer Reports readers know what products they want, and so-called "mobile wallets" aren't one of them—at...
View ArticleBlack Friday deals on smart-phone accessories
Black Friday deals on smart-phone accessories A smart phone's high price and monthly bill may limit its appeal as a holiday gift, but a smart accessory can be the gift that keeps on giving. Here are a...
View ArticleShould you spend your green on green paper towels?
Should you spend your green on green paper towels? During the upcoming holidays, you're probably going to use a ton of paper towels for chores around the house. But unless you’re willing to sacrifice...
View ArticleButterball ready to man the Talk Line—with men
Butterball ready to man the Talk Line—with men This year callers to Butterball’s Turkey Talk-Line will hear something new—a man’s voice. Yep, for the first time since the talk line began in 1981 men...
View ArticleLearn the size of your subsidy without going through HealthCare.gov
Learn the size of your subsidy without going through HealthCare.gov There's a good chance you are eligible for a subsidy to lower the cost of your health insurance premium. To know for certain, use...
View ArticleAutomakers grapple with how to connect cars and phones
Automakers grapple with how to connect cars and phones As the Connected Car Expo kicks off in Los Angeles, it's clear that automakers and tech companies are struggling with how to integrate today's...
View ArticlePlayStation 4 and Xbox One duke it out in game-console battle royale
PlayStation 4 and Xbox One duke it out in game-console battle royale The gaming community has been waiting for this all year (or even longer): the release of the two newest video-game consoles, the...
View ArticleXbox One review: The gaming device that goes far beyond gaming
Xbox One review: The gaming device that goes far beyond gaming The console war of 2013 has already begun. The Sony PlayStation 4 arrived in stores November 15, but the Microsoft Xbox One is not far...
View ArticleSmall appliances at Black Friday prices all year long
Small appliances at Black Friday prices all year long You don’t have to wait until Black Friday to get a top-rated small appliance at a good price. Some of the best performers in Consumer Reports...
View ArticleJust in: Opulent, elusive 2014 Land Rover Range Rover
Just in: Opulent, elusive 2014 Land Rover Range Rover We’ve tested a number of Land Rovers over the years, but in the four decades since the first Land Rover Range Rover was launched, Consumer Reports...
View ArticleJohnson & Johnson Settlement Resolves Metal Hip Lawsuits But Weak Oversight...
Johnson & Johnson Settlement Resolves Metal Hip Lawsuits But Weak Oversight Of Medical Device Industry Leaves Patients Vulnerable Consumers Union Calls for Stricter Safety Testing & Warranties...
View ArticleTesla fires spur federal safety investigation
Tesla fires spur federal safety investigation Responding to reports of post accident Model S fires, Tesla attempted to address concerns with statements from its founder, Elon Musk. Tesla Motors denies...
View Article7 cool or disturbing things about high-tech cars
7 cool or disturbing things about high-tech cars Experts from the auto, cell-phone, and other high-tech industries gathered in Los Angeles this week for the Connected Car Expo to discuss how to better...
View ArticleHigh-octane Dodge Charger and Challenger special edition cars
High-octane Dodge Charger and Challenger special edition cars In the land of wall-to-wall hybrids, old-school muscle car fans got a glimpse of the latest Charger and Challenger special editions at the...
View ArticleBest & worst cars for owner satisfaction
Best & worst cars for owner satisfaction To pin down how owners really feel about their current car, we ask a simple question: “Considering all factors (price, reliability, comfort, enjoyment,...
View ArticleBest safety performance
Best safety performance A vehicle with good braking and emergency handling can help you avoid an accident. Typically smaller, sportier vehicles perform well in these tests and larger trucks are slower...
View ArticleThe cars drivers love and hate
The cars drivers love and hate It is often said that drivers have a love-hate relationship with their car: love the freedom, hate the payments. But it goes much deeper to whether the car lives up to...
View ArticleToyota Corolla vs. Volkswagen Jetta
Toyota Corolla vs. Volkswagen Jetta The Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Jetta have been longtime major players in the compact sedans category. The Corolla, in fact, is the best-selling sedan...
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