Posted: 9:12 PM Amazon's instant video service is now available for your viewing pleasure on the iPad.

Posted: 8:01 PM Every year, more than four-thousand people die on motorcycles. An important safety feature-antilock brakes-makes motorcycles safer. But until now, ABS has only been available on expensive motorcycles.

Posted: 7:52 PM Are you trying to keep cool and keep your energy bills down? Replacing an old central air conditioning system can help you do just that.

Posted: 3:22 PM Planning a night at the movies? A just-released Consumer Reports survey shows more people watched videos from their couch than headed to a theater!

Posted: 3:13 PM Boxed, frozen, or canned-Americans spend more than 100 billion dollars a year on processed food-more than any other type of food.

Posted: 3:10 PM A new report says the poverty rate in America could climb to levels not seen since the 1960s.

Posted: 3:04 PM A new report shows U.S. Airlines brought in more revenue last year from baggage fees and other services than any of the world's other airline carriers.

Posted: 3:21 PM If you're not a dollar-store shopper, you could be missing out. Consumer Reports ShopSmart found that's because shopping at dollar stores is a whole different experience these days.

Posted: 3:14 PM Americans sure like to eat out! We spend about 1.7 billion dollars in restaurants everyday! But dining out doesn't have to break the bank.

Posted: 3:05 PM The latest in laundry detergents-pre-measured packs that give you the exact amount of detergent you need for an average load. No measuring required!

Posted: 8:44 PM Nothing compares to homemade tomato sauce, but few of us have the time to make our own. The choices in the store seem endless-but are there sauces that really taste like homemade?

Posted: 8:38 PM There are lots of summer hots spots that are less than tech friendly. Consumer Reports has just checked out bags designed to keep you connected and protected.

Posted: 3:10 PM Think you need a new mattress? A just-published Consumer Reports survey shows that about 75 percent of people who bought one are sleeping better.

Posted: 3:02 PM When you go to the hospital you expect to get better, but far too often that's not what happens. Every year, inadequate hospital care contributes to the deaths of thousands of patients.

Posted: 8:05 PM Looking for a perfect wine for a summer party? Consumer Reports just tested two kinds-pinot grigio and riesling. Turns out you've got lots of good choices for summer sipping.

Posted: 2:50 PM Planning a vacation? Whether you book online or use a travel agent, expect a pitch for travel insurance.

Posted: 8:16 PM Insomnia is rampant in this country. A just-published survey of Consumer Reports subscribers found 60% frequently had trouble getting to sleep...or were waking up in the night unable to get back to sleep.

Posted: 8:09 PM Superbugs are on the rise. They're bacteria that are resistant to one or more antibiotics and they kill thousands of people a year.

Posted: 3:13 PM I-HOP brings in more money than any other family-style restaurant. But does it make the best pancakes?

Posted: 8:34 PM Some are calling the upcoming Olympic games in London the "Socialympics."

Posted: 9:25 PM Is your vacation fund empty? You can put your getaway on layaway.

Posted: 7:34 PM If you are looking to buy a laptop computer, now is the time to buy!

Posted: 7:27 PM A new report lists the states with the highest beer consumption.

Updated: 3:11 PM There are plenty of warnings circulating about the dangers of distracted driving. But there's another risky behavior with cell phones that can be hazardous to your health as well, distracted walking!

Posted: 8:18 PM If you feel like you're driving an old car...you're not alone.