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Consumer Reports' thoughts on 3 new cars hitting the market

Consumer Reports experts have thoughts on the new Jeep Cherokee, the Honda Prelude, and the Subaru Getaway

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Consumer Reports' tips for trading in or selling your car

Whether you're looking to trade in or make a straight sale, Consumer Reports has tips to optimize the price

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New cars and SUVs you can buy right now for below their MSRP, according to Consumer Reports

Don't let high prices get you down — there are still great cars you can score on a discount.

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Popular new SUVs that you should avoid, according to Consumer Reports

Plenty of popular SUVs score poorly in crash tests. Here's which to avoid — and what to try instead

28.04.2026 10

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Consumer Reports' tips for buying a new car right now

The publication's experts outlined some practical tips for buying a new car in this challenging market

27.04.2026 10

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The best deals on EVs right now, according to Consumer Reports

Federal rebates may be gone, but there's still plenty of savings to be had when shopping for EVs

26.04.2026 10

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Roomy, comfortable compact SUVs that Consumer Reports loves

These SUVs are comfortable and have plenty of trunk space, according to Consumer Reports

25.04.2026 10

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The luxury mid-sized SUVs with the most cargo space, according to Consumer Reports

If you're going to buy an SUV, you want to make sure the trunk won't fill up quickly the next time you take a trip.

24.04.2026 10

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The 6 best materials for kitchen countertops, according to Consumer Reports

You'll want to choose carefully when redoing your countertops, especially if you hope they'll last a long time

23.04.2026 9

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The car brands with the most recalls in 2025 — and what kept going wrong

From software glitches to mechanical failures, these 7 automakers accounted for millions of recalled vehicles this year

23.04.2026 2

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The most reliable new cars to buy in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports ranked the most reliable 2026 cars based on owner-reported data from 380,000 vehicles — here's what made the cut

23.04.2026 1

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These are the best drip coffee makers, according to Consumer Reports

These machines all make great cups of coffee — and come at pretty varied price points

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The 5 best steam mops of 2026, according to Consumer Reports

These mops come at a range of different prices and all do a great job at cleaning.

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Consumer Reports names the 10 least reliable cars of 2026

The annual survey ranked 2026's worst vehicles for reliability using data from more than 350,000 cars

22.04.2026 10

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These are the best phone plan providers, according to Consumer Reports

The publication looked beyond the big three providers of AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile

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The car brands that will cost you the most to maintain, according to Consumer Reports

These 7 automakers could add up to $15,000 in extra maintenance costs over a decade — here's which brands made the list

21.04.2026 2

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Where should you raise your family? These states rank highest and lowest

Not every state is equal when it comes to raising kids — ConsumerAffairs ranked all 50 on cost, safety, schools, and healthcare

21.04.2026 2

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The 5 best — and worst — car brands, according to Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports ranked automakers on road performance, reliability, safety, and owner satisfaction — here's who came out on top and who fell short

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The most popular used cars, according to Consumer Reports

These 10 used vehicles are the ones Consumer Reports readers are most interested in

21.04.2026 10

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The best reusable water bottles of 2026, according to Consumer Reports

These bottles will keep your water cold for 24 hours, won't leak in your bag, and look cute too.

19.04.2026 10

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7 luxury SUVs over $50,000 that are actually worth the price

Before you spend $50,000 or more on a new SUV, here are the 7 luxury models that Consumer Reports says deliver real value for the money

18.04.2026 6

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The best Class 1 e-bikes right now, according to Consumer Reports

As EV subsidies fade, e-bikes are filling the gap. Consumer Reports picked the best Class 1 models to help you find the right ride

18.04.2026 8

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10 best new cars under $30,000, according to Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports picked 10 affordable cars its members actually recommend — here are the sedans, hatchbacks, and small SUVs that made the cut

18.04.2026 10

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The 10 most popular new cars in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

These are the 10 cars Consumer Reports readers research the most

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The best all-in-one washer-dryer combos, according to Consumer Reports

If you can't fit both a washer and dryer in your home, you still have options.

17.04.2026 10

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The best 4 front-loading washing machines, according to Consumer Reports

All the top models are from LG, but they come in different sizes and at different price ranges.

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The compact SUVs with the most trunk space, according to Consumer Reports

These SUVs may be on the smaller side, but they don't sacrifice much when it comes to cargo space

15.04.2026 10

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The mid-sized SUVs with the most cargo space, according to Consumer Reports

If you're going to get an SUV, you want to make sure if won't fill up quickly the next time you take a trip

14.04.2026 10

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The best robot vacuum cleaners in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

Faced with a plethora of options, Consumer Reports managed to narrow it down to the best four robot vacuums

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The 5 best hand mixers in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

The list includes entries from Cuisinart, Braun, and others

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Gas or electric? Which models will save you money and which won't, according to Consumer Reports

With high gas prices, people are thinking about switching to an EV. But electric vehicles don't always save money in the long run

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The best tire stores, according to Consumer Reports

You don't want to get cheap when it comes to tires, but there's nothing wrong with searching for the best deal

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The best smart locks in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

Not all smart locks are created equal. Here are the ones Consumer Reports rated the highest

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The mid-sized SUVs owners are most likely to buy again, according to Consumer Reports

Every year, Consumer Reports asks its members which vehicles they would buy again

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The states that do the most and least with your tax money

WalletHub set out to find which states actually put your hard-earned tax dollars to good use

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The best gas grills for summer 2026, according to Consumer Reports

These five options are great picks at different price points and have all been tested by Consumer Reports' experts

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The 7 healthiest cities in America in 2026

Where you live affects your health, whether it's access to medical care or how many parks you have nearby

03.04.2026 10

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These 7 states have the highest tax burdens in America

Where you live is a huge factor in how much you pay in taxes each year

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The 5 most financially literate states in the U.S. — and the 5 least

'It’s not surprising that the most financially literate states all require personal-finance education before students graduate from high school,'...

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The best frequent flyer programs in 2026

WalletHub examined factors like the number of destinations, cancellation policies, and whether miles expire

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The 6 EVs with the longest ranges, according to Consumer Reports

You can hit the open road without having to fret about needing frequent charges in all six of these vehicles

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Private sector added 62,000 jobs in March — mostly thanks to health care

'Hiring is steady, but job growth continues to favor certain industries,' an ADP economist said.

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Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta top the list of companies with the most H-1B visas approved in 2025

Amazon leads with over 12,000 approvals — here are the 13 companies that received the most H-1B visas in fiscal year 2025, as Trump hikes the fee to...

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The 5 states where gas is the most expensive right now — and the 5 where it's cheapest

Gas prices are averaging above $4 a gallon nationwide, but there are major price discrepancies between states

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The 5 best plug-in hybrid cars in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

If you're not ready to fully commit to an electric vehicle, these are good options that will let you save on fuel

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How spiking oil prices are affecting countries around the world

Countries are taking intense measures to try to preserve fuel reserves amid the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

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Air Canada CEO retiring following outrage over his English-language apology video for crash

CEO Michael Rousseau caused outrage when he only spoke English — and not French — in his condolence video about the recent plane crash at...

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Thieves nab $10 million in Matisse, Renoir, and Cézanne paintings from Italian museum

The group of robbers was apparently in and out of the museum near Parma in less than 3 minutes

30.03.2026 10

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The most and least expensive grocery stores, according to Consumer Reports

Using Walmart as the baseline, Consumer Reports found where you can get deals above and below the national average

30.03.2026 10

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The best range hoods in 2026, according to Consumer Reports

Having proper ventilation in your kitchen is crucial, especially if you have a gas stove or like to sear your food on high heat

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