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We trust store brands to offer a quality comparable to national brands at a lower price. While that is often true, it is not always a guarantee. Independent, third-party organizations like Consumer Reports and other consumer testing labs frequently put private-label products to the test, and the results can be…

Car dealers have a bad reputation as shady hustlers who exist only to fast-talk suckers out of their money. The truth is, many car dealers are scrupulous business people who trade on their reputations...

Steer clear of low-rated Amazon appliances including certain air fryers, coffee makers, mops and more — poor reviews and reliability are worth noting.

Poor reliability and performance issues plague these four Japanese cars from Nissan, Mitsubishi, Honda and Scion.

Given the turbulent economy over the past five years, finding a car that lasts longer than 200,000 miles isn't a matter of pride -- it's a financial planning near-necessity. Thankfully, cars last much...

Volvo had a hell of a time bringing its first "software-defined" cars to market. The EX30 and EX90 are the first products to use the new architecture, built from the ground up to enable over-the-air updates, new software features and a more seamless overall experience. So far, the results have…

As a retiree, it's natural to want to enjoy the finer things in life. But, here are a few luxury SUVs retirees should steer clear of.

These 5 Japanese car brands topped the 2025 reliability list—see which models made the cut and why they’re dominating the road this year.

Japanese automakers have long been synonymous with reliability. But in a surprising turn, three big-name Japanese brands landed on 2025’s least reliable list, according to recent dependability studies. Whether you’re shopping for a new ride or keeping an eye on repair costs, these ratings matter more than ever. If you…