Consumer Reports – September 2019

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Fast Forward

New electric cars offer

P. (^54) longer ranges and lower prices.
DEPARTMENTS &
COLUMNS
10 What We’re
Testing in Our Labs ...
Mattresses for $600 or less,
air purifiers, interior paints,
generators, and more.
RATINGS
12 Ask Our Experts
Why stevia appears in foods
with “no artificial sweeteners,”
how to withdraw from a
529 account without extra
fees, and laptop battery
myths debunked.
13 CR Insights
A new car safety technology,
the best Dutch ovens for less,
saving on airfare, our exclusive
testing results of snap-together
patio tiles, and more.
RATINGS
IN EVERY ISSUE
6 From the President:
Charging Into the Future
As electric vehicles become
mainstream, our experts ready
you for the journey ahead.
7 Building a
Better World, Together
The launch of the CR Digital
Lab, fighting robocalls, and
pushing for safer furniture.
8 Your Feedback
Readers’ comments about
our recent content.
18 Recalls
66 Index
67 Selling It
Goofs and gaffes.
ROAD REPORT
53 Ahead of the Curve
Auto ratings, news, and advice.
54 The Electric Car
Comes of Age
Consumers finally have a
healthy selection of models
to choose from, at a range of
prices. We rate your choices—
and preview even more
vehicles that are coming soon.
RATINGS
63 Road Test
We test the Hyundai Kona
Electric, Mercedes-Benz GLE,
Toyota Corolla, and Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid.
RATINGS
PRODUCT UPDATE
19 Cleanup Crew
Our rigorous testing reveals
the best upright, canister, and
stick vacuums for every home.
RATINGS
Contents
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