Pros and Cons of Induction Cooktops and Ranges

Before you shop for an induction cooktop or range, consider your budget and your cooking habits. Here’s what you need to know. Induction cooking feels very different from cooking with gas. Some avid cooks really love cooking on a flame and the immediate visual feedback they get from it at the turn of a knob….

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GhostBed Natural Mattresses Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

The recall: The recall covers 1,250 GhostBed Natural mattresses in twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, split king, and California king sizes manufactured between June 2021 and March 2023. The mattresses are 12 inches thick and have an ivory quilted top panel and an ivory knit quilted side panel featuring horizontal lines. They are embroidered…

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Most and Least Reliable Room Air Conditioner Brands

Among members with room air conditioners, 72 percent own window units. And many say they’re likely to replace it with another window unit when it’s time for a new one. One in 5 members plan to upgrade to central air conditioning or a split-ductless heat pump system. (You can read about both types in our…

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Preview: 2025 Buick Enclave Goes Turbo and High-Tech

The Enclave’s redesign sees a natural progression, moving to increased technology and shifting to a turbo powertrain. It remained competitive over its production run. In fact, right now it’s still ranked second in its class, aided by a strong road-test score and average predicted reliability.  The outgoing Enclave had a passel of virtues that counted…

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5 Things to Know About Front-Load Washers

So why the decline in popularity? Based on data from CR surveys of more than 68,474 members who purchased a new washing machine between 2013 and 2023, front-load washers present some drawbacks. Most notably, they’re prone to mold, mildew, and odor. That’s because the rubber gasket around the door, which keeps water inside during a…

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Luxury Midsized SUVs With the Most Cargo Room

With the popularity of leasing, which lets a car buyer drive a more-expensive model than their monthly payment would allow them to buy, more and more buyers are moving into luxury SUVs. There are dozens of models to choose from, with each automaker touting how their particular offerings can carry a family of five (or…

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