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The Littoral Combat Ship was meant to be the Navy's big breakthrough, but became one of the most controversial chapters in Navy history. What happened?
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Hitting the open road means hitting the right side of the open road in the U.S. but some of the world does it differently. Here's why that is.
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If you're in the market for a customized Swiss Army Knife, there are some options. We'll walk you through what's possible and point you in the right direction.
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Many planes have small, black triangles above certain windows. They're not decorative -- they play a part in keeping you and the plane safe.
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If you want the absolute best overlanding and off-roading abilities, you want mud-terrain tires, or M/T tires. What are they? Can you use them on the highway?
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Riding a lawn mower is not at all the same thing as driving a car. Does that mean you're safe from getting a DUI? Here's everything you need to know.
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Intelligence services need more than just spies. MI5, one of the UK's most secretive agencies regularly hires carpenters to help protect national security.
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If your STIHL chainsaw won't start, it might be trying to tell you something. With some patience and the right checklist, you can often get it running again.
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Stihl's product warranty can be very generous, but only for some of its tools, and only if you know how to take advantage of it to its fullest.
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A Chinese car company that Elon Musk once laughed at has trumped Tesla in battery electric vehicle sales. What's the brand, and why are they so successful?
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Ultra Ethernet is a new high-performance networking standard backed by Ultra Ethernet Consortium. But what does it do? And who is going to be using it?
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Electric and gas lawnmowers are useful and relatively simple machines, but can lawn mowers get wet and still work properly? Here's some important information for you.
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Does your car have a tiny fin sitting on the roof toward the back? Do you know why it's there? We look at what it's for and the pros and cons of the shark fin.
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Did you know that there's a hidden button underneath the outer armrest of the aisle seat in airplanes? Here's why you should check it out on your next flight.
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Lots of countries are eyeing Germany's Taurus cruise missile, and some already have it. There are a few reasons why it's such a hot commodity.
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A chipping hammer is an essential tool in a welder's toolkit, but why do chipping hammers have spring handles? These handles have more uses than you think.
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The metallic lines on solar panels aren't there for decoration. They come in several types, and they serve a specific purpose. Here's what you need to know.
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Ever seen a biker point to their fuel tank? Learn what this common motorcycle hand signal means and how riders use it to communicate.
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The military doesn't mess around when it comes to vehicles. For proof look no further than the Marine Corps motorcycle that runs on jet fuel instead of gas.
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If you're the type of person who throws away the instruction manual, here's what the screw labelled "LA" means on your new Stihl chainsaw, and how to use it.
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The United States developed and built one of the most advanced flying machines in the world. Then it shut it down before it even finished its order. Here's why.
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If you're looking for your first chainsaw or considering an upgrade, you may have noticed the term "full chisel." Here's what that means for chainsaw chains.
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The B-2 bomber is a stealth military aircraft unlike any that came before it. Here's what to know about its origins and how many are still operational today.
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Politicians in America are pushing for more products made domestically, but with cars that can be complicated. How much would an American-made car cost?
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Currently, Ford offers two different EcoBoost V6 engines in the F-150 lineup, the 2.7-liter and the 3.5-liter. What are the differences between these two?
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Being mostly an inland body of water, how do ships manage to get in and out of the Black Sea? What does the process look like and how difficult is it?
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Dollar General has many products DIY mechanics swear by, but this product is among the best. Not only is it perfect for cars, it's also great around the home.
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