Consumer Reports

Avoid annoying spam texts

Do you feel like you’re getting more and more random texts from companies instead of calls or emails? You’re not wrong: Text marketing is on the rise, and annoyed consumers are sick of it. Consumer Reports has some tips on how to stop spam texts once and for all.

July 21, 2022 4:57pm CDT

Grill up the best-tasting hot dogs

Before your next barbeque, the experts share the best way to grill up your hot dogs.

July 20, 2022 4:47pm CDT

Decoding sunscreen labels

The experts help us figure out how to read sunscreen labels to know which ones are the best.

July 19, 2022 4:48pm CDT

Is your meat safe to eat?

Since 2018, outbreaks of food poisoning associated with raw meat have sickened at least 1,200 people, and ground meat is especially susceptible to contamination with harmful bacteria. Consumer Reports went to work to find out why, testing hundreds of samples of ground meat, with worrisome results.

July 14, 2022 4:51pm CDT

When you agree to an arbitration clause

When it comes to big purchases, do you always read the fine print?

July 13, 2022 4:48pm CDT

Cool down your car fast without wasting gas

Getting a quick cooldown with your car’s air conditioning is what you need, but what’s the most efficient and effective way to get it? The experts at Consumer Reports share some tips for fast, fuel-efficient car cooling.

July 12, 2022 4:44pm CDT

Safer summer picnics

The experts share advice to keep you safe from getting food poisoning at your summer picnic.

July 8, 2022 4:45pm CDT

Pinch pennies on your electric bill

Learn simple tips to cut utility costs without sacrificing comfort.

July 6, 2022 4:49pm CDT

Best deals in July

From mattresses to grills, the experts reveal which products offer the best deals in July.

July 5, 2022 4:44pm CDT

New guidelines for safe infant sleep

Following a safety guidelines change, learn about what's being done to make sure babies are safely sleeping.

July 1, 2022 4:44pm CDT