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    CR Digital Archive

    July 2018

    Cover Story

    Why Unlimited Data Makes Sense on a Road Trip, Plus More Tech Tips for Travelers
    CR also helps you pick the best camera, tablet, headphone, and portable speaker for your trip
    How to Plan the Perfect Road Trip
    Strategies for prepping and packing, paying less for gas, and keeping everyone healthy, safe, and sane

    How to Stay Comfortable on Long Drives
    Here's what to do to avoid cramps and other ailments. Plus, what to add to your travel first-aid kit.
    5 Ways to Avoid Big Medical Bills If You Get Sick While Traveling
    Here's how to protect yourself from surprise medical bills when you're away from home

    Special Report

    Heart Surgery Safety Guide
    What you need to know to stay safe before, during, and after

    3 Questions to Ask Before You Have Heart Surgery
    Get answers to these questions to stay safe and make an informed decision

    Product Updates


    How to Grill Like a Professional Pitmaster
    Expert tips for getting great results on a gas or charcoal grill

    Road Report

    2018 Chevrolet Equinox Review: Diesel Fuel Savings Don’t Add Up
    This diesel SUV offers impressive fuel mileage, but it isn’t worth the extra cost.

    2018 Honda Clarity Review: A Tale of Two Personalities
    This plug-in hybrid runs on electricity and gas, which results in two distinct driving experiences
    2018 Kia Rio Review: Small Car, Big Sacrifices
    Despite its low price, the Rio is no bargain
    2018 Hyundai Accent Review: Bare-Bones Transportation
    The new Accent suffers from many of the shortcomings common in this segment

    Departments

    Selling It
    Goofs, glitches, and gotchas spotted by our readers
    From Our President: On the Road Again
    Consumer Reports experts can help you plan for the perfect summer road-trip vacation
    Building a Better World, Together
    Join with us to make a safer, fairer, healthier marketplace

    The July 2018 issue of Consumer Reports provides the latest ratings and reviews plus rigorous reporting on issues that impact consumers. Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice on consumer products and services, with more than 7 million paying members.
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