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Each year more than 250 models vie for car shoppers’ hearts, minds and driveways. Which ones are the very best?

They all score high marks in CR’s tests and surveys, and each comes standard with lifesaving safety features. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.

A new congressional report found dangerous levels of arsenic and lead in some baby foods. So how did they get there and what is the risk for children? Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan is working for you with answers.

No matter how you get ink, Consumer Reports offers some clever tips to help you save money on it.

Working from home has a lot of us using more printer ink. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan is Working 4 You with ways to save.

Multicooker sales continue to be hot. The countertop cookers that can take the place of a rice cooker, slow cooker, yogurt maker and pressure cooker are everywhere, and now you can get accessories that expand their cooking duties even more. Consumer Reports checked them out. The accessories that CR checked out are made by Instant Pot, but most of them…

Consumer Reports tried out several accessories to see if they’re worth the drawer space. Susan Hogan reports.

It’s a crossover between a shovel and a snowblower. Electric shovels can save your back while clearing snow off sidewalks. Susan Hogan reports.

As the new year brings hope for a healthier year, what about improving your online health? Reports about identity theft and companies tracking your every move might make you wonder if it’s time to tighten things up for yourself. Consumer Reports is here to help with online tips and tricks for better security that can easily be a new...

January 28 is Data Privacy Day. It’s a good time to give yourself an online privacy checkup. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.

One good thing has come out of the pandemic – more pet adoptions! But pets need exercise, enrichment, and basic training so they can be a good member of the family. Of course, pets don’t come cheap! Expenses include food, vet visits, grooming, and more. For example, dog owners will spend an average of $1,459 and cat owners will spend…

One good thing has come out of the pandemic – more pet adoptions! But there are some things to consider before adding a new pet to your home. Susan Hogan reports.

As the pandemic continues, demand for used cars is skyrocketing as people avoid mass transit and car-sharing apps. But how do you do it? Consumer Reports revealed the tricks of the trade to help you get the most bang for your buck. For the quickest and easiest sale, your best bet is to sell your car to a dealership or…

Now’s the perfect time to sell your car if it’s something you’ve been considering. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.

Like everything else these days, you can order your next mattress online and have it delivered. But if you’re concerned about choosing one without trying it out, Consumer Reports (CR) does a number of mattress tests so you can find exactly what’s right for you. In Consumer Reports’ most recent member survey, more than 40 percent of members said...

Like everything else these days, you can order your next mattress online and have it delivered. But if you’re concerned about choosing one without trying it out, Consumer Reports does a number of mattress tests so you can find exactly what’s right for you. Susan Hogan reports.

Between politics, ongoing civil unrest and the COVID-19 pandemic, some days it’s hard to avoid “doom scrolling.” That’s when you just can’t stop looking at social media even if it’s upsetting to you. Consumer Reports has some tips on preserving your mental health during these challenging times. You actually have some control over what kinds of posts you see...

Between politics, ongoing civil unrest, and the COVID-19 pandemic, some days it’s hard to avoid “doom scrolling.” That’s when you just can’t stop looking at social media even if it’s upsetting to you. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan has some tips on preserving your mental health during these challenging times.

It can seem impossible to pay off debt and save money at the same time. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan has some tips to help you do both.

It’s been called “The COVID-19,” not referring to the virus but weight gain during the pandemic. If that’s happened to you, you’re not alone. A recent nationally representative Consumer Reports survey found that nearly a third of Americans have packed on some pounds over the past several months. If it’s time for you to get into shape, Consumer Reports...