Recall of the Week: Toyota vehicles due to gas pedal problems
A new Toyota recall was announced this week, affecting about 2.3 million vehicles, due to gas pedals that could become […]
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What were your best and worst consumer experiences this week?
Which consumer happenings cheered you recently and which ones made you want to scream or weep? Here are my best
Cash for Clunkers program trades old pickups for new ones
It’s extremely disappointing to learn that highly touted Cash for Clunkers program mostly exchanged old Ford or Chevrolet pickups for
Which 2009 vehicles are the most dangerous?
A list of 2009’s most dangerous vehicles has been compiled Forbes magazine. Forbes researchers used crash results from the Insurance
Recall of the Week: Ford vehicles due to fire danger
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is alerting owners of Ford vehicles about a fire hazard involving an additional 4.5
Top 10 cheapest cars to own and operate
The more information consumers gather, the more likely it is that they’ll negotiate a good price, obtain the best
New GM not responsible for claims by consumers already injured by defective GM vehicles
A bankruptcy court has ruled that Chrysler is exempt from accountability and responsibility for products sold before the bankruptcy in
Safe and dangerous airports
Which are the safest and which are the most dangerous airports? In a Feb. 23, 2007 article entitled “America’s
Which airlines are the safest?
Baby boomers enjoy traveling, so it’s important for boomers to consider airline safety. The airline industry contends flying on