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- 2008.04.15
Car crash test: one car awarded best ever adult occupant protectionbut many still disappointing in pedestrian protection - CHOICE #378
Pedestrian protection continued to be a major weakness of carmakers. 21 out of 34 cars included in a crash test were rated rather poorly in this respect with only 2 stars out of a maximum of 4 stars. 5 cars received only 1 star. Inadequate pedestrian...
- 2008.04.15
CHOICE # 378
Aquarists beware of defective luminaires posing fire and electric shock risks Annual survey: staple food tops price surge in supermarket chains Beating inflation: shop around and compare prices at different retail outlets; the savings could be...
- 2008.04.15
Choice between DIY and agent service in air-conditioner cleaningahead of summer - CHOICE # 378
It's time to get your air-conditioners in shape for the summer ahead. This means giving the machine an overhaul cleaning service to remove dirt and germs hidden deep inside the unit. It is not just a matter of cleanliness but more importantly, it...
- 2008.04.15
Finding the right cat litter for your pet - CHOICE # 378
As cat lovers know, a clean toilet for your cat will make for a good pet relationship and greater happiness for the pet and the owner. So, it makes sense in finding the right cat litter for your feline pet. There are a wide variety of litter...
- 2008.03.14
Call for investor education in equity-linked instruments - CHOICE #377
Consumers are cautioned about the potential risks of "high-yield" equity-linked products. The Consumer Council is concerned about the general lack of consumers' awareness and understanding of the exact nature of these new emerging investment products...
- 2008.03.14
CHOICE # 377
The myth of blueberry extract as eye-vision booster Call for investor education in equity-linked instruments In quest of the perfect suitcase for all terrains and seasons Consumers urged to choose wisely amidst rise in bread prices Massive survey on...
- 2008.03.14
Consumers urged to choose wisely amidst rise in bread prices -CHOICE # 377
A Consumer Council survey has found price increase in many types of bread during the past two months (between January 11 and February 29). The survey focused on 8 types of commonly available bread (white sliced bread, butter loaf, croissant, tuna...
- 2008.03.14
In quest of the perfect suitcase for all terrains and seasons -CHOICE # 377
A suitcase that can withstand the rough-and-tumble of terrain and weather changes, could make all the difference to your travel. It is with this exacting goal in mind that the Consumer Council has set out to test 13 large suitcases (7 hard and 6 soft...