Consumer Information

BCPL Resources

AutoMate

Powered by the automotive experts at MOTOR, AutoMate provides the most accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. All content comes from the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and includes step-by-step repair information, diagrams, maintenance schedules, parts and labor estimates, service bulletins, and recalls. A valid library card is required for use outside a BCPL library location.
ReferenceUSA

ReferenceUSA is a powerful online reference and research tool providing library cardholders instant, real-time access to accurate, in-depth information on U.S. businesses and U.S. residents.
Flipster

Flipster is a next-generation magazine service that lets users browse digital versions of the latest issues of popular magazines for free, courtesy of the library. Flipster offers convenient access and a user-friendly reading experience. Magazines can be read online with your computer, smartphone, or tablet or downloaded to your mobile device for offline access.
Gale Virtual Reference Library

Find authoritative, full-text reference materials online with a simple keyword search or browse available materials by category (biography, business, literature, science, etc.). Some materials include MP3 audio files and translation tools.

Automotive

Auto Repair Reference Center Database - Library database; provides do-it-yourself auto repair help, technical service bulletins, recalls, etc.

Automotive.com

Better Business Bureau Auto Line

General Sites for Consumers

Better Business Bureau

Consumer Action Website - How to file a complaint; a federal government site.

Consumer Price Index

Consumer Reports (some info requires subscription)

Consumer World

ConsumerSearch

Kentucky Consumer Protection Division

U.S. Consumer Information Gateway

Home & Energy

Consortium for Energy Efficiency

Consumer's Guide to Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy

Energy Savers (U.S. Department of Energy)

Energy Star (EPA)

Green Guide

Home Fair - Relocation help and information; financial calculators for mortgage payments, home affordability, etc.

Home Tips - Home improvement buying guides and reports, maintenance info, and DIY projects

Kentucky Real Estate Commission

Sperling's Best Places

Sweets Network - Product and manufacturer info, details on green products and trends, etc.

Zillow.com - Free online real estate site to search homes for sale, find home prices, see home values, view recently sold homes, and check mortgage rates.