Why Were German WW2 Planes Painted Yellow?
You might expect a warplane to be pained in drab, neutral colors that fade into the background. But that's not what Germany did with its WW2 planes. Here's why.
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Why Are Volkswagen Beetles Called 'Slug Bugs?'
You've probably heard the Volkswagen Beetle being called a bug, but why are they sometimes called slug bugs, and how do you play the game associated with them?
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Why Are Some Submarines Called Pig Boats?
Early submarines were nothing like the sleek, high-tech underwater craft of the modern day and were often called pig boats. Here's why.
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Can Seaplanes Land On The Ground?
While seaplanes are a frequent fixture in pop culture, their use is limited because they can't land on the ground... except for the few that can.
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Why Do Some Old Cars Have Four Pedals? Here's What They're For
A car with three pedals might seem odd if you've never driven a manual, but some older vehicles might even have a fourth. What does each of them do?
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Why Did WW2 Dog Tags Have A Notch? Here's What It Was For
Dog tags have a long history in the U.S. military, and during World War II they included a notch at one end. It was there for a very practical reason.
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Why Is The Front Passenger Seat In A Car Called 'Shotgun?'
If you have ever "called shotgun" and wondered what that was all about, here's where the term originated, and the rules that go along with the position.
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When Were Power Lines Invented & How Was Electricity Transmitted Beforehand?
Power lines are a regular part of our day-to-day lives now as they carry electricity through the world, but when were they first invented?
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How Fast Was The Titanic? A Look At Its Top Speed
White Star Line's most famous passenger liner is best known for its unfortunate sinking, but that doesn't mean it wasn't fast.
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Why Do Michigan State Police Cars Have A Single Red Light On The Roof?
If you've ever been in Michigan, you may have noticed its police cars have an unusual light design compared to modern vehicles. Here's why.
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Why Do NASCAR Drivers Stick Their Hands Out Of The Window?
You may have noticed that some NASCAR drivers stick their hands out their windows. There is a specific reason why they do that and here’s the reason.
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What Happens To Used NASCAR Tires After A Race?
NASCAR drivers can go through a lot of tires in a single race. Here’s how many tires are used on average and what happens to used tires after a race.
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The Reason Why Airplane Tires Are Filled With Nitrogen
While airplane tires might look like the ones on our cars, they're not filled with regular air, but nitrogen. There are several reasons for this.
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What Happened To Whitewall Tires?
Whitewall tires were once seen as an expensive and difficult-to-maintain sign of prestige, but they've all but disappeared from American roads.
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How Do Ships And Submarines Get Drinking Water While At Sea?
Ships and subs at sea are surrounded by billions of gallons of water, all of it undrinkable because of its high salt content. So how do they get drinking water?
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How Fast Do NASCAR Cars Go? Top & Average Speeds Over The Years
Although NASCAR cars are known for going pretty fast now, that wasn't the case a few decades ago. Here's what to know their top average speeds over the years.
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Who Owns Lucid Motors And Where Are Its Cars Built?
Lucid Motors has promised it could provide EV cars without sacrificing the high-end luxury that users long for, but where does it make these cars?
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Why Tanks Don't Use Wheels And Tires
While wheels may have an advantage on roads and paved surfaces, tank treads are more suited to unpaved and muddy arenas.
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What Does 10-4 Mean? Why Police And Truckers Say It On The Radio
All cultures and professions have their own unique phrasings and jargon. Here's why police and truckers speak that way on the radio.
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Hula Girl Dashboard Dolls: How Cultural Obsession Led To The Legendary Accessory
There is perhaps no more iconic image in automobiles than the traditional hula girl dancing on the dashboard, but what led to its widespread appeal?
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Why Do Michigan State Police Cars Have A Stop Sign On The Hood?
Michigan State Police cars have a unique look in a number of different ways, but perhaps the most iconic oddity is the stop sign on the hood.
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Does The US Marine Corps Have Its Own Fighter Jets?
The United States Marine Corps has a fearsome reputation of being the first into a fight -- whether that be by land, sea, or air.
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How Long Can A Military Submarine Stay Underwater?
Military submarines are out there, lurking under the water, ready for action, but how long can they stay down there? It's longer than you might think.
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A Brief History Of The Swiss Army Knife: The World's Most Recognizable Multi-Tool
Swiss Army knives are popular multitools that have seen wide adoption from fictional TV heroes to actual military use. Here's how they came into being.
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Ford Model T Snowmobiles Were Real, And They Still Exist Today
Every car enthusiast knows just how important the Ford Model T was to the automotive industry. What they may not know is how important it was to snowmobiles.
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Here's What The Little Button On The Floor Of Old Classic Cars Is For
Classic cars sometimes have components that the modern driver may not know about. Here is what the little button on an old classic car is for and how to use it.
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Do The Blue Angels Go To War? The Elite Flying Team's Duties, Explained
The Blue Angels are the United States Navy's elite flying team. Here are the duties that these ace pilots perform throughout their term of service.
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