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 Warnings save If you ignore the warning signs that your vehicle has a problem, you may end up costing yourself much more than you'd spend through early intervention. Pat Foran has more. |  All-year tires Many people dislike the late fall ritual of switching over to winter tires, even if they are safer. Pat Foran examines whether there's a better way. |  Kindle ebook Amazon.com has announced that the Kindle ebook will soon be available in Canada. Pat Foran looks at some of the pros and cons of the reading tool. |  Free shipping Some U.S. online retailers are attempting to lure business by waiving shipping charges. |  Feeding pets Pets are wonderful, but feeding them properly and otherwise taking care of them can add up. Pat Foran has ways to keep the costs down. |  OK to drive? There is a new device available for people to check if they've had too much alcohol to drive a motor vehicle. Pat Foran has the details. |  Dryer Fires Believe it or not, but your clothes dryer could be a fire hazard. It needs more of a cleaning than just the lint trap. Pat Foran has more. |  Travel deals Compared to last year, holiday prices are edging back up. But Pat Foran said there are still some deals to be had if you put some effort into looking. |  BPA safety Consumer Reports tested a number of popular food brands for BPA. Bottom line? If you're concerned, eat fresh food when possible. Pat Foran reports. |  Feedback Friday Pat Foran deals with the aftermath of the sale of a written-off car, hands-free headsets for cellphones and reselling wedding dresses. |  Inflatable seatbelts After 10 years of tinkering with the idea, Ford is read to roll out inflatable seatbelts for its Ford Explorer next year. Pat Foran has more. |  Energy alert Energy Star-rated windows can be a great way to cut home heating costs, but one Toronto man found that's not what his contractor delivered. Pat Foran has more. |  Flu business A number of companies will be making a tidy buck off products such as hand sanitizers and vaccines. Unfortunately, some scammers are operating on the Internet. Pat Foran has more.
|  Creducation Your children are one step closer to learning about banking, finance and consumer issues in school. Education Minister Kathleen Wynne says Ontario is launching its own task force into financial literacy. Pat Foran has more. |  Cheap Blu-Ray The price of Blu-Ray high-definition video players has dropped substantially since first introduced. Pat Foran has some test results onthese players, along with information on extra features. | Wedding redresses For the most part, wedding dresses are used once. But rather than storing them, some are selling off their frocks so someone else can wear it down the aisle. Pat Foran has more. |  Halloween hazards The majority of children's Halloween costumes are now fire-resistantfollowing earlier tragedies, but some are still a potential fire hazard.Pat Foran has more. |  Ford in high gear Ford is on a quality roll, with a new survey putting most of its products on par with Honda and Toyota. Pat Foran has the good-news story. |  Hands-free Haven't got a wireless device yet to allow you to use your cellphone or other mobile device hands-free in your vehicle? Pat Foran has some suggestions for you. |  iPhone apps Apple's iPhone offers a dizzying array of 'apps' that expand its functionality. Pat Foran checks out how a $100 GPS app compares to a regular GPS device. |  Hockey savings Hockey is an expensive sport for your youngster, and to save money, some families are turning to a chain that specializes in used hockey gear. Pat Foran has more. |  Which hybrid? Toyota's Prius has made some changes, but Ford's Fusion is a brand-new entrant into the hybrid market. Pat Foran has the research on which is best. |  Feedback Friday Pat Foran has your reaction on moving companies who overcharge, electric bikes -- and other updates and reminders. |  Wrong move Moving is stressful, but it gets worse if you have a lousy moving contractor. Pat Foran has one woman's story. |  Brown is better Bag lunches, that is. They are both healthier and cheaper. Pat Foran has tips on how to save money at noon and eat better. |  Loonie rising The Canadian dollar could soon reach parity with the U.S. greenback. What does it mean for consumers? Pat Foran has the answers. |  Vinyl siding Is vinyl siding a good investment? Pat Foran reports. |  Faking feedback Some companies are having their employees fake being satisfied customers in online comments in order to draw other shoppers. Pat Foran has more. |  New e-toys Electronic retailers say their business has been holding steady and they'll have some exciting new products for the Christmas shopping season. Pat Foran has more. |  Star showerheads Consumer Reports put 18 showerheads through the paces, nozzles that give you everything from a rainfall effect to massage. Pat Foran has the results. |  e-bike boom They are convenient and environmentally friendly. Those two qualities have many people flocking to buy e-bicycles. Pat Foran has more. |  Feedback Friday Last week, we spoke to a woman who left in the lurch by a pool contractor. Now, more complaints are rising to the surface. Pat Foran explains. |  Leaf tools Leaf-gathering is a ritual of fall. Pat Foran looks at three devicesthat purport to make the job easier, including one by a Toronto inventor. |  Oversold on TV Many miracle products marketed solely through television don't measure up when you test them in the lab. Pat Foran has more. |  Warranty work Automakers have agreed to start sharing information with independent auto shops so drivers can get work done by them without putting their warranties at work. Pat Foran has more. |  Lemon cars Even when you buy brand new -- you can still end up with a car in the shop. Pat Foran has one family's frustrating story. |  Secure computers To protect your computer from viruses, you should use protective software. The good news? The best programs are free. Pat Foran reports. |  Pool reno If you bought a pool, you'd expect it to hold its water. But one homeowner's dream has led to a renovation nightmare. Pat Foran reports. |  Comparison shopping Picking a cellphone plan for your teen is a very difficult task. Pat Foran offers some tips and tools to make the job easier. |  Low-flush value Not all low-flush toilets are created equal. Pat Foran has some tips for getting the best value for your money. |  Tasty generics Generic brands have come a long way in taste-test results since the days they were packaged in yellow cardboard with black lettering. Pat Foran has more |  Feedback Friday Pat Foran opened up the viewer mailbag and found feedback about stories on free eye tests and getting rid of bedbugs. |  Townhouse red tape A family is locked in an administrative battle to get permission to build a wheelchair lift for their townhouse to accommodate their disabled daughter. Pat Foran has more. |  Rating rebuilding If your credit rating has taken a beating during the recession, Pat Foran has some tips for beefing up your credit score. |  Eye alert Great Glasses is under fire from because it uses a machine to test customers' eyesight, yet it still operates. Pat Foran reports. |  Cooling heating bills Fifty per cent of energy bills for homes come through heating and cooling. Pat Foran has tips on reducing those costs. |  Battling bedbugs Bedbugs, once thought eradicated, are making a comeback. Pat Foran has some advice on fighting them -- and preventing infestations in the first place. |  Roofing savings A roofing job can cost big bucks, but there are ways to save on quality shingles -- and to pick quality contractors. Pat Foran has more. |  Picking mattresses Mattress shopping is one of the most difficult tasks facing consumers. Pat Foran says an in-store tryout is one of the best things you can do. |  Bigger, better lashes Health Canada is examining a drug that claims to help women grow bigger, thicker eye lashes. Pat Foran reports |  Eye surgery If you wear glasses, you may have considered eye surgery. Pat Foran tells you about the benefits and risks of side effects. |  Gas rates Natural gas rates have fallen substantially. Pat Foran has some tips on what you should consider if you're thinking about breaking your existing contract. |  New CFLs Some new models of compact fluorescent lightbulbs are on the market. They are cheaper and their performance has improved. Pat Foran has more. |  Cheaper printing Computer printers are dirt-cheap these days, but they get you on the ink costs. Pat Foran has tips on printing for less. |  Pet problems Pets can be expensive to acquire, but if they develop health problems, the bills can be sky-high. Pat Foran with one family's story. |  Green driveways We mean really green driveways. Grass is becoming the new concrete or asphalt. Pat Foran has more. |  Selecting strollers You don't have to spend big bucks to get your infant child a good set of wheels. Pat Foran has more. |  Tire taxes Ontarians are going to be paying more for tires in September when a recycling fee kicks in. Pat Foran has the details. |  Unused rebates Many manufacturers offer rebates on products, but some research finds many people never take advantage of the offers. Pat Foran has more. |  Home insurance If your home is damaged by extreme weather, is it an 'act of God'? Pat Foran explains some of the myths about home insurance. |  Clunker cash Hyundai Canada has its own cash-for-clunkers program, offering customers $1,000 on a trade-in towards a new Hyundai. Pat Foran has more. |  Freezers save Freezers save but some save using less energy than others. Pat Foran presents some research on energy-efficient freezers. |  Premiums rising Auto insurance rates are set to jump again. Pat Foran talks about a website that helps you find the best deal. |
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