Before you buy a new car battery, know the correct group number for your vehicle, which varies depending on make, model, year, and engine size. Batteries are defined by physical size, type, and placement of the terminals, as well as mounting style. Be sure to replace your battery with one that’s from the same group…
Is sleeping on your side good for you? If you’ve ever tried to consciously change your sleeping position (maybe because of a medical procedure or odd bed) you probably know it’s tough to fight your natural inclinations. The good news for side sleepers is the broad consensus among experts is that it’s at least as…
There are all kinds of reasons to prefer Macs over Windows-based PCs. Gaming isn’t one of them. That isn’t to say that you can’t game on a Mac—modern Apple Silicon computers are fairly powerful. The problem is that many popular games don’t offer downloads that will run natively on a Mac. Search the Mac App…
If you sometimes need more relief, over-the-counter anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen (Advil and generic) can be the first choice, according to ACP guidelines. But they often aren’t appropriate for older adults, who may be at a higher risk of side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, says Jesse Charnoff, MD, a physiatrist at the Hospital for…
The TV test team at Consumer Reports puts every TV through a battery of tests in our TV labs. We first set up each TV and carefully note all of its key features, such as resolution, the number of HDMI inputs, and support for streaming services and voice-enabled digital assistants. We then set up the…
The Trump administration’s Federal Trade Commission has removed four years worth of business guidance blogs as of Tuesday morning, including important consumer protection information related to artificial intelligence and the agency’s landmark privacy lawsuits under former chair Lina Khan against companies like Amazon and Microsoft. More than 300 blogs were removed. On the FTC’s website,…
Industry analysts say that manufacturers may pass the cost of these taxes to customers, ultimately driving up the costs of new vehicles. Currently, the average new car sells for $48,641, according to Kelley Blue Book. The cost increases may be overt in the transaction price but may also be reflected in the withdrawal of incentives,…
Football fans who have decided to cut the cable cord have plenty of options for streaming NFL action this season. (Too many options, some of us might argue.) With the right streaming services, you can watch Sunday afternoon games on CBS and Fox, “Sunday Night Football” on NBC, and “Monday Night Football” on ESPN. The…
The problem: The problem has to do with the integrated charging control unit (ICCU), which sends power to low-voltage vehicle accessories and the 12-volt auxiliary battery. It’s kind of like the alternator in a gas-powered car. Due to a manufacturing issue, the ICCU might fail while the vehicle is in motion. If this happens, drivers…
Great suspension? Check. Feature-rich canopy? Check. Aesthetic appeal? Definitely check. I’ve enjoyed using this stroller over the past month or so, and think it’s a great choice, especially in city environments, although it’s equally appealing for suburban families. Though its $900 price may be difficult to swallow, it’s sturdy and beautiful, and comes with accessories like…