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Tests show bike racks can ruin your mileage
Tests show bike racks can ruin your mileage We're in the thick of summer travel season and vacationers are packing up their cars for getaways. Bringing bikes on vacation is a great way to get exercise...
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The scoop on ice cream scoops
The scoop on ice cream scoops Perhaps equal to how much we love ice cream is how much we hate scooping it. Tackling ice cream straight out of the freezer isn't an easy task. Our testers tried four...
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How to keep your car from getting stolen
How to keep your car from getting stolen We rely on our cars every day to get us where we need to go, but what do you do when your primary mode of transportation disappears? A motor vehicle is stolen...
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Five car maintenance myths and the money-saving truth
Five car maintenance myths and the money-saving truth There is no question that if you want your car to go the distance, you need to take care of it. But even with good intentions, you may be spending...
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In our chain saw tests, a Stihl is the clear winner
In our chain saw tests, a Stihl is the clear winner After so many severe storms in recent years, homeowners who never dreamed of buying a chain saw now consider the power tool a must-have. That's why...
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Wireless phone charging coming to new cars
Wireless phone charging coming to new cars Smartphone junkies, take notice: Your next car may be equipped with wireless cell phone charging to keep your device fully powered up on the road, with no...
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Cook your turkey burgers and hamburgers the right way
Cook your turkey burgers and hamburgers the right way If you're grilling burgers this weekend, remember to use a meat thermometer—and that different temperature rules apply to ground beef and turkey....
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Samsung buys streaming company Boxee, promptly shuts down its cloud DVR service
Samsung buys streaming company Boxee, promptly shuts down its cloud DVR service Last week, Samsung--which has made access to online content a key component of its TV strategy, purchased...
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Personal blenders make quick work of your morning smoothie
Personal blenders make quick work of your morning smoothie Taking your morning smoothie on the road used to require a separate travel cup. So-called personal blenders simplify the process by combining...
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Heads up: Garmin to shine navigation guidance on your windshield
Heads up: Garmin to shine navigation guidance on your windshield To reduce driver distraction, Garmin is introducing an aftermarket heads-up display that works with smart phones to shine navigation...
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Consumer Reports Index: Financial Troubles Jump and Sentiment Stumbles for...
Consumer Reports Index: Financial Troubles Jump and Sentiment Stumbles for Upper-Income Households Retail activity remains at weakest point since April 2009 YONKERS, NY — The Consumer Reports Index,...
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Washer and dryer features that save loads of money
Washer and dryer features that save loads of money Expensive washers and dryers don't necessarily clean or dry better than those that cost $700 to $900. But they do have the latest features and in...
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Pickups and SUVs top list of vehicles with the highest theft rates
Pickups and SUVs top list of vehicles with the highest theft rates The Ford F-250 pickup truck has replaced the Cadillac Escalade as the vehicle with the highest theft rate for 2010-2012, according to...
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Premium blenders are worth the price—if you choose wisely
Premium blenders are worth the price—if you choose wisely You could spend a few hundred bucks on a new blender only to wind up with watery margaritas and smoothies that might better be called...
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Consumer Reports’ Survey: Nine of 10 Americans Who Haggled Saved Money
Consumer Reports’ Survey: Nine of 10 Americans Who Haggled Saved Money But, more than one-third of Americans refused to bargain for better deals on products and services; Plus, six savvy haggling tips...
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Three low-priced advanced cameras: What you get for $450
Three low-priced advanced cameras: What you get for $450 In our recent update to our camera ratings, you'll find three recommended advanced cameras for just $450: Nikon D3100, Sony NEX-3NL and Pentax...
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Talking Cars: Our auto experts get fast, furious, and technical
Talking Cars: Our auto experts get fast, furious, and technical Episode 8 of Talking Cars with Consumer Reports features our car experts answering reader questions and comments, submitted through our...
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A $2,000 pro-style range beats some bigger names in our tests
A $2,000 pro-style range beats some bigger names in our tests Wolf, Viking and Thermador are familiar names to fans of pro-style ranges, but what about the lesser known brands that cost less? Consumer...
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The best wrinkle remover? A steam ironing system.
The best wrinkle remover? A steam ironing system. Despite their pressing prowess, steam ironing systems aren't as popular in the U.S. as they are in Europe. With their large water tanks, the systems...
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First look: Sony Xperia Z makes a splash
First look: Sony Xperia Z makes a splash Sony's new flagship smart phone, the Xperia Z illustrates the latest trend in smart-phone design: top-shelf hardware wrapped in a deceptively sleek yet rugged...
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