Consumer
Resources
Bay Area Consumers' Checkbook
Offers unbiased evaluations and ratings for local goods and service providers. Available for in-library use.
Consumer Magazines on Flipster Digital Newsstand
Browse the current as well as back issues of some popular consumer magazines: Consumer Reports, CR Health, CR Buying Guide, & AARP.
Consumer Reports (1991 - Present)
Find reviews for products & services including appliances, cars & trucks, electronics, etc. Learn about product recalls and more.
New York Times: Wirecutter
Discover reviews and buying advice for thousands of consumer products. Research recommendations before purchase to make informed decisions.
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Reference Solutions: Phone Lookup and Directory Information
Conduct business and consumer research, create marketing plans, research competitive analysis, and locate executives. Formerly referenceUSA.
Gale eBooks: Ready Reference eBooks
Access hundreds of ready reference eBooks on college prep, finance, science, health, business, history, literature, religion, and much more.
Libby, by OverDrive: Magazines
Check out the latest issues of popular magazines such as Rolling Stone, Vogue, US Weekly and read archived issues.
PressReader: eMagazines & Newspapers with Worldwide Coverage
Read magazines & newspapers from 120+ countries with 60+ languages including Europe, Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, Canada, & USA.
Automotive
Resources
ChiltonLibrary: Auto Repair
ChiltonLibrary provides access to repair, maintenance and service information on the most popular cars, trucks, vans and SUVs.
Auto Repair Source
Automobile diagnostic information from many makes and models of cars and trucks from 1974 to present with maintenance & repair instructions
Small Engine Repair Source
Provides diagnostic information, maintenance and repair instructions for a variety of small engines like Motorcycles, ATVs, Boats, and more!
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