Consumer Reports Magazine

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Choosing the Best Energy-Saving Lightbulbs

A room-by-room guide to choosing CFLs and LEDs

Bright ideas that save energy and money

Slice your utility bills without sacrificing comfort

Generators you can depend on in a storm

Our top-rated generators will make blackouts more bearable

Kia Cadenza review

This modern, large sedan jumps to the top of its segment

Crash course on car safety

Highway deaths are up. Here's how you can help bring them down.

What's in a (car) name?

Choosing a moniker is equal parts art and science

Are popped snacks healthier?

We took a look at calories, fat, and sodium

The facts about joint supplements

Of the 16 products we tested, seven didn't contain all that they claimed

Truths financial pros won't tell you

What you don't know could cost you

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