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Consumer Reports: Electric vehicles less reliable, on average, than conventional cars and trucks

Electric vehicles have proved far less reliable, on average, than gasoline-powered cars, trucks and SUVs, according to the latest survey by Consumer Reports, which found that EVs from the 2021 through 2023 model years encountered nearly 80% more problems than did vehicles propelled by internal combustion engines

The Independent UK

EVs Are Far More Reliable Than PHEVs, But Still More Problematic Than ICE Cars

CR’s 2023 Annual Auto Reliability Survey found that EVs have 79% more reliability problems on average than combustion cars.

InsideEVs

Liz Weston: Companies’ deceptive ‘dark patterns’ online cost you money — here’s how to fight back

Companies make it easy to subscribe to their services — and frustratingly hard to unsubscribe

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People Are Paying Way Over MSRP For Chrysler 300s Right Now

Despite the current generation being around for over 10 years, the Chrysler 300 sedan is one of the worst deals on new cars right now.

Motor1

Baby food in California to be tested for dangerous metals under new law

From 1 January 2024, baby food makers will be required to post results on their websites.

The Independent UK

Kia and Hyundai recall more than 3 million vehicles due to the risk of fire

More than 1.6 million Hyundais and 1.7 million Kias are at risk of engine compartment fires. Owners of the affected vehicles are urged to park them outside and away from homes and buildings.

WEKU

Dorothy Goodman obituary

American educationist who helped to found the consumer magazine Which? in the 1950s while she was living in London

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Tesla allowing no-hands driving with Autopilot for longer periods and US regulators have questions

The government has been investigating Autopilot for crashing into emergency vehicles parked on freeways, as well as hitting motorcycles and crossing tractor-trailers.

Chicago Sun-Times

HP fails to derail claims that it bricks scanners on multifunction printers when ink runs low

HP Inc. has failed to shunt aside claims in a lawsuit that it disables scanners and other functions on its multifunction printers whenever the ink runs low

The Independent UK

Tesla Model Y Fails To Meet Range Claims Year Round: Consumer Reports

The Tesla Model Y Long Range, Ford Mustang Mach-E extended range, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S were tested in the same manner by the same drivers.

InsideEVs

Three baby products that still contain toxic metals that can cause serious health issues

Five years ago, a Consumer Reports study revealed the presence of toxic metals in several baby food products. Many of those foods still contain hazardous contaminants, a new study found

Daily Mirror

Noise, pollution, danger: how Amazon warehouses upended a sleepy New York neighborhood

Residents hope traffic, emissions and noise data they are analyzing with the Guardian will help rein in the spread of e-commerce facilities

The Guardian - US

How Do Electric Car Owners Save Money Compared To Gas Car Drivers?

When looking at EVs, most prospective buyers see higher sticker prices. However, EV buyers could stand to save thousands in the long run, but there are caveats.

InsideEVs

Ready to switch from gas to electric appliances? Here’s how

By rejecting Berkeley, California’s ban on natural gas lines in new buildings, a federal appeals court has thrown into doubt dozens of similar prohibitions. But what does it mean for you?

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The Philadelphia Inquirer

Netflix, YouTube TV, and other streaming services add up. Here's how to save and still watch all your favorite shows

If you've cut the cord in favor of streaming, you may think you've made a smart financial decision. But as the costs and complexities of streaming rise, you might want to recalculate how much you're actually spending each month to watch all your favorite shows at your convenience.

Woman & Home

This is the food most likely to give you food poisoning - and no, it's not meat

Consumer Reports recently revealed a study in which they found the top 10 foods mostly likely to make you sick

TV Tech

HDR: Simply Better Pixels

Maybe too much better?

Tribune News Service

Here's why leasing an electric vehicle is about to become a lot more popular

WASHINGTON — Electric vehicle leases are likely to surge beginning April 18, experts say, as new federal restrictions on EV tax credits come into effect.

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Brands Not Offering Enough EVs Will Lose: Consumer Reports Study

EVs are catching on and prices are dropping. There may come a point relatively soon when most people simply don't want to buy new gas cars.

The Independent UK

Makers of Peeps urged to remove cancer-causing dye from marshmallow candies

The candy manufacturer defended using the food dye on the basis that it is ‘currently an approved colourant for use in candy by the FDA’

Los Angeles Times

So long, red dye No. 3? Why lawmakers want to cancel a chemical found in your Skittles and strawberry Yoohoo

Skittles, strawberry Yoohoo and Walmart yogurt-dipped pretzels — what do these all have in common? They contain the controversial red dye No. 3 or titanium dioxide, which some California lawmakers are now waging war against.

GoodToKnow

Maxi-Cosi Coral XP car seat recalled over 'failing to meet safety regulations'

The latest model to be recalled by the baby car seat manufacturer - have you bought one?

InsideEVs

Tesla Models Among EVs With Worst Predicted Reliability: Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports' list of the most unreliable EVs includes a Hyundai, two Chevys, some Teslas, a Rivian, a Porsche, a Polestar, and more.

Tribune News Service

Ford only Detroit automaker to make Consumer Reports' 'Top Picks' list

Ford Motor Co. is once again the only Detroit automaker to make this year's "Top Picks" list by Consumer Reports.

Chicago Sun-Times

Buying dark chocolate for Valentine’s Day? It likely includes lead and cadmium, study finds

Consumer Reports tested 28 brands of dark chocolate bars. All contained both lead and cadmium; 18 were high in either. No amount of lead or cadmium is safe to ingest.

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