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Friday, October 10, 2008 11:43 pm PDT
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Despite advances in longer-lasting tires, actual tread life will vary by type of car, tire type (such as all season or performance tire), driver aggressiveness, and even road and weather conditions. Check out Consumer Reports guide to the best. More Details


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With grocery prices rising sky high, consumers are looking for any way possible to save on their monthly supermarket bills. One option is a high-tech twist on old-fashioned coupon clipping offered by some Web site that feature money-saving deals for shoppers to print and use. More Details
OAKLAND: Tom Vacar Reports On Tips To Help Shoppers Save Money At Grocery Store
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High gas prices are causing Californians to change their habits in hopes of saving money, with some breaking down cost of each trip to see if mass transit is cheaper than getting behind the wheel. More Details
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OAKLAND: Tom Vacar Reports On Drivers Changing Habits To Save Money
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With consumers discovering nearly 13 million inaccuracies on their credit reports every year, find out what you can do to ensure your report is totally accurate. More Details


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Whether you're looking for the perfect family car or a pick-up with lots of power, new research done by Consumer Reports could help you make your choice when it comes to the best automobile models of 2008. More Details
OAKLAND: Tom Vacar Looks At Consumer Reports Top Automobile Picks For 2008
Consumer Reports Top Automobile Picks For 2008


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Tom Vacar is KTVU/Fox 2's Consumer Editor, but his expertise extends far beyond the ability to advise viewers about product safety and advertising issues. More Details


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