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New crop of John Deere mowers impresses our testers

May 15th, 2013

New crop of John Deere mowers impresses our testers John Deere lawn tractors and riders have figured prominently in Consumer Reports’ mower tests, and this year’s Deere lineup—including at least one newly… Read more






New crop of John Deere mowers impresses our testers

May 15th, 2013
New crop of John Deere mowers impresses our testers John Deere...

Rock-hard quartz countertops take on a softer texture

May 15th, 2013
Rock-hard quartz countertops take on a softer texture Quartz is...

Testing begins on aftermarket tire sealant kits

May 15th, 2013
Testing begins on aftermarket tire sealant kits In a perfect...




Testing begins on aftermarket tire sealant kits

May 15th, 2013

Testing begins on aftermarket tire sealant kits In a perfect world, a tire sealant kit may sound like a quick, convenient way to fix a flat tire. No need to remove the tire—just add sealant, inflate, and go…. Read more





Six ways to protect your eyes this summer

May 15th, 2013

Six ways to protect your eyes this summer Summer sun increases the risk of age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults. A number of steps can help prevent that disease, as well as… Read more





Why consumer advocates think a la carte cable programming could benefit you

May 14th, 2013

Why consumer advocates think a la carte cable programming could benefit you Are you tired of paying for cable channels that you never watch? So is Senator John McCain: He’s introduced the Television Consumer… Read more







Should electric cars and hybrids be taxed extra?

May 14th, 2013

Should electric cars and hybrids be taxed extra? Highway repair money is running lean in many states, due to decreased revenue from gas tax–a result of cars becoming more fuel efficient and Americans driving less…. Read more





The best blenders for summertime smoothies

May 14th, 2013

The best blenders for summertime smoothies With farmer’s markets and produce stands about to burst, now is the time to pick up a new blender. Besides mixing up a season’s worth of smoothies, you can experiment with… Read more





Urban warriors: New Honda Forza scooter and Grom mini motorcycle

May 14th, 2013

Urban warriors: New Honda Forza scooter and Grom mini motorcycle Honda just announced two new models aimed at beginning and experienced riders looking for fuel-efficient, easy-to-handle transportation, including a… Read more





Viagra and other risky drugs are often the secret ingredients in 'natural' sex supplements

May 14th, 2013

Viagra and other risky drugs are often the secret ingredients in ‘natural’ sex supplements Think “natural” sex supplements are safer than prescription drugs like Cialis and Viagra? In many cases, the answer is no,… Read more





Six ways to cut costs, not quality, on a kitchen remodel

May 14th, 2013

Six ways to cut costs, not quality, on a kitchen remodel Saving money on major appliances and kitchen countertops can take some sleuthing but who doesn’t like discovering a deal? Good timing helps. Watch for major… Read more





BlackBerry updates the Z10 with better cursor control, HDR setting, and more

May 14th, 2013

BlackBerry updates the Z10 with better cursor control, HDR setting, and more At BlackBerry Live 2013, the company announced that the latest version of the BlackBerry 10 OS, version 10.1, will be available for… Read more





Tesla Model S third-row seats are suitable only for kids

May 14th, 2013

Tesla Model S third-row seats are suitable only for kids Beyond the fact that it’s an all-electric luxury car, one of the surprising things about the Tesla Model S, is that it can seat seven. To clarify: That’s… Read more





Tesla Model S third-row seats are suitable only for kids

May 14th, 2013

Tesla Model S third-row seats are suitable only for kids Beyond the fact that it’s an all-electric luxury car, one of the surprising things about the Tesla Model S, is that it can seat seven. To clarify: That’s… Read more








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