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A 12-minute read: To get the right truck for your hauling needs, it's best to learn about engine, transmission, and equipment packages. Learn why, plus get a firm handle on towing terms, in this expert breakdownhttps://www.consumerreports.org/pickup-trucks/you-use-your-pickup-to-tow-what-you-need-to-know/ …

Meal prep is made easy with a multi-cooker. With ingredients like kidney beans, roasted chicken, and farro, here are three healthy recipes for easy breezy summer eatinghttps://www.consumerreports.org/multi-cookers/healthy-multi-cooker-recipes/ …

Our experts strap each tested bike helmet onto a head form and drop them from over 2 meters in the air onto a steel anvil—at a speed of about 14 miles per hour. Learn more about our testing process and see top picks to keep your noggin safe and secure ‍https://www.consumerreports.org/bike-helmets/best-bike-helmets-of-the-year/ …

“It simply doesn't make sense from the perspective of protecting and preserving competition, which is the mission of the antitrust laws,” says George Slover, CR's senior policy counsel. See what the proposed merger could mean for you—including raised costshttps://www.consumerreports.org/cell-phone-service-providers/justice-department-reportedly-set-to-approve-merger-of-t-mobile-and-sprint/ …

Limit the number of ticks in your yard—without using harsh chemicals. Our experts have five simple tips (plus a bonus) to show you howhttps://www.consumerreports.org/pest-control/tickproof-your-yard-without-spraying/ …

A 4-minute read: Automatic emergency braking (AEB) senses imminent collisions. If a driver doesn’t react in time, an AEB-equipped car starts braking on its own. Learn the common variations and—from a CR member survey—discover which brands do AEB besthttp://ms.spr.ly/6015T3K5v 

As laptops grow thinner and lighter, the once-common DVD drives are fading away. If you're still a DVD fan, though, our experts have your back. In this CR Digital Member Exclusive, see today's top-rated laptops with built-in driveshttps://www.consumerreports.org/laptop-computers/best-laptops-with-dvd-drive/ …

Replacing just a few meaty meals with plant-based options can lead to improved health, including lower cholesterol. Pile on the veggies: See 10 protein-rich foods you may want to incorporate into your diethttps://www.consumerreports.org/nutrition-healthy-eating/healthier-way-to-get-more-protein-plant-sources/ …

What do red wine, cocoa, and carbon have in common? They're ingredients we use to test how effective a washer is. CR Digital Member Exclusive: See the best top-loaders, agitators, and front-loaders that won't set you back a grandhttps://www.consumerreports.org/washing-machines/best-washers-for-800-dollars-or-less/ …

Hearing aids are pricey—and shopping for them can get complicated. Use our expert guide to find the best brands and retailers (and which to avoid)https://www.consumerreports.org/hearing-aids/best-and-worst-hearing-aid-brands-and-retailers/ …

An updated CR Digital Member Exclusive: Shopping for a printer can sometimes be as hard as shopping for a car. Rev up your shopping engine and find the best model for your needs with these top-performing printers from our expert testshttps://www.consumerreports.org/printers/best-printers-to-buy-right-now/ …

Updated: The most fuel-efficient SUVs overall are hybrids and small models with regular gasoline engines. See 10 options that don't skimp on space and all-weather tractionhttps://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/the-most-fuel-efficient-suvs-best-mpg/ …

CR Digital Member Exclusive: While you may have to make compromises when shopping for a mattress for you and your partner, our latest ratings should bring you both closer to slumbering blisshttps://www.consumerreports.org/mattresses/best-mattresses-for-couples/ …

Our latest episode of #TalkingCars is filled to the brim with answers to audience questions. Listen to the audio or watch the video as our experts explore why car batteries have gotten so expensive, ways the car-buying experience can be improved, plus morehttps://www.consumerreports.org/cars-driving/talking-cars-215-the-rising-cost-of-car-ownership/ …

Updated: This selection of packaged options takes good-for-you foods and makes them easier to use. Dig in!https://www.consumerreports.org/nutrition-healthy-eating/packaged-foods-that-are-actually-healthy/ …

A rule intended to protect you from expensive, unaffordable car title loans could be delayed indefinitely. Discover how the title loan industry works and ways to protect your wallet from its debt traphttps://www.consumerreports.org/short-term-lending/car-title-loan-regulation-rollback-leaves-consumers-at-risk/ …

Mattresses aren't one-size-fits-all. Our experts evaluate them to see how well they support a range of body types. CR Digital Member Bonus: Unlock the best options for people who are shorter than 5 feet 2 inches and/or weigh less than 120 poundshttps://www.consumerreports.org/mattresses/best-mattresses-for-petite-sleepers/ …

When it comes to ideal room chill, portable air conditioners are limited in performance. Still, there are many reasons why you may need to get one. See how our experts test them, plus—as a CR Digital Member Bonus—unlock top ratingshttps://www.consumerreports.org/portable-air-conditioners/best-portable-air-conditioners-from-consumer-reports-tests/ …

Easy access to snacks? Check. Hidden compartments for things you love the most? Check. See why door-in-door refrigerators deserve a consideration for your kitchen and—as a CR Digital Member Bonus—unlock top picks from our expertshttps://www.consumerreports.org/refrigerators/best-door-in-door-refrigerators/ …

Blind-spot warning (BSW) systems detect vehicles you can’t see that are next to or behind your car. But which brands do BSW best? We asked CR members to weigh in. See the results of the 72,000-vehicle surveyhttp://ms.spr.ly/6017T3K5d