New home stories on ConsumerReports.org! Cooktops and ovens, ranges, slow cookers, wine cellars, and more

The December 2008 issue of Consumer Reports is now on sale and online. The latest issue contains the following stories related to the appliances you use at home and some timely advice on dealing with the current economic downturn:

Cooktops and ovens: We test the latest cooking technology.

Ranges: Find the best electric or gas model for your home. (See how we test ranges, right.)

Slow cookers: Ratings of more than a dozen of these countertop appliances.

Wine cellars: Keep your favorite wine in tip-top condition with a wine chiller.

Weathering the financial crisis: Expert advice for home sellers and buyers.

Comments

[Don E Martin]

You asked for comments on ancient appliances on page 59. I have a 1954 Frigidaire Flair Custom Imperial electric stove with the oven above 4 burners in a pull out drawer. The oven is at eye level and the door lifts up. All controls are across the top of the oven. the burners are completely covered when not in use, or can be opened to only expose the front two burners. The unit still operates perfectly and is used daily. The whole unit is stainless steel, inside and out and has been a real jewel to maintain and still looks new.