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    CR Digital Archive

    February 2014

    Cover Story

    Dangerous contaminated chicken
    97% of the breasts we tested harbored bacteria that could make you sick. Learn how to protect yourself.

    Features

    Get in shape during the new year!
    The right home exercise equipment can help you reach your fitness goals in 2014
    Save time in the kitchen
    Prepare faster, tastier meals with our top products and practices
    Should you repair or replace that product?
    How to save money on appliances, electronics, and lawn and yard gear
    Frozen dinners get the steam treatment
    Are they as fast and tasty as they claim?

    Cars

    Ford Fusion and C-Max Review
    A new Fusion engine and software tweaks have little impact on mpg
    High-tech automotive headaches
    Drivers find infotainment systems complicated and trouble-prone

    Up Front

    Taste test of store-bought brands of guacamole
    Find out which avocado dip to serve at your New Year's or football party
    Special box chocolates for Valentine's Day
    If you're going to spend $50 to $125 on a box of chocolates, it should be as special as your Valentine
    Fast food fare isn't picture-perfect
    Why fast food meals don't appear as advertised

    Departments

    Selling It
    Goofs, glitches, and gotchas spotted by our readers
    Viewpoint
    This page highlights efforts of Consumers Union to improve the marketplace
    From our president: How's that again?

    The February 2014 issue of Consumer Reports provides the latest ratings and reviews plus rigorous reporting on issues that impact consumers. Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice on consumer products and services, with more than 7 million paying members.
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