Everyday Vs. Tactical Or Military Flashlights: Is There Really A Difference?
Flashlights used in the military can be very different to the ones you'll find on the shelves of your local supermarket.
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Stories By Joe Capraro
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7 Of The Greatest Car Songs Of All Time
The heights of American car culture and rock 'n' roll came together in the 1960s, leading to several iconic songs about automobiles. We've picked our favorites.
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What Causes Lifter Tick In An Engine (And Can It Be Fixed?)
Lifter tick in your vehicle stems from issues with the engine's mechanical or hydraulic lifters. Here's what causes this sound and how you can fix it.
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What's The Top Speed Of The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R? (With And Without The Limiter)
The ZX-14R has the largest engine in the Kawasaki Ninja lineup. Here is its top speed and how fast riders claim it can go without the limiter.
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6 Legendary Japanese Classic Sports Cars Worth Collecting (If You Can Find Them)
Japanese cars aren't always easy to get on America's shores, but if you can track down these legendary sports cars, they're definitely worth it.
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A Look At The History Of PACCAR & How Its Engines Power More Trucks Than You Realized
PACCAR has been around for more than a century, and its engines power more trucks in the industry than you realize. Here's a look at the company's history.
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What Are Military Style Battery Terminals & How Do They Compare To Other Types?
Battery terminals come in various forms. Here’s what military-style battery terminals are and how they differ from other types of battery terminals.
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What Made The 1971 Toyota Celica So Special?
The 1971 Celica made a significant splash when it came over to America, helping spark Toyota's growing market share in the U.S. automotive market. Here's why.
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How Far Can Private Jets Fly And Can They Be Used For International Travel?
Private jets may not be your preferred method of travel, but can be worth considering if the circumstances are right. Can you use them to get anywhere?
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6 Of The Most Famous Vans From Pop Culture
While vans might not be the coolest vehicles on the road, there are plenty of iconic ones in film and television. These are some of the most famous.
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How To Reset Your Harley Davidson Key Fob
Many Harley-Davidson models come with a key fob to help control your morotrcycle's security system. Here's how to reset yours if you need to.
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5 Harley-Davidson Models We All Love To Hate
Harley-Davidson is the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the U.S., but that doesn't mean there aren't a few duds Here are some Harleys we all love to hate.
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How Fast Can The Honda S660 Go & Is The Kei Car Legal To Drive In The USA?
Kei cars serve a specific purpose in their home market, but the Honda S660 won't be hitting U.S. streets - for now, at least, but that will change years later.
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5 Of The Most Famous Movie And TV Mopars
Hollywood loves putting a classic Mopar on the screen. These are some of the most iconic Dodge, Plymouth, Chrysler, and Jeep models to ever grace the screen.
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What Does The White Light On A PS5 Mean?
Much like the PS4, the PlayStation 5 once again implements a colored LED indicator alongside the exhaust vents to give vital information when problems arise.
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8 Of Our Favorite Wood-Paneled Vehicles Of All Time
In the 1970s and '80s, cars were all the rage if they had wood panels, and still exist today. Here are some of our favorite wood-paneled vehicles of all time.
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What Does The Red Key Light Mean On A Harley-Davidson?
If you see a red key light warning on your Harley-Davidson, here’s what it could be trying to tell you and what you can try to fix these issues.
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What Does 'Grom' Mean And Why Did Honda Choose It For Its Mini Motorcycle?
The Grom mini motorcycle has been an affordable hit, especially among young riders. Here's what "Grom" means and why Honda chose it for its mini motorcycle.
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The 7 Coolest Muscle Cars Of 1969
When discussing the greatest years in automotive history, 1969 always comes up, and for good reason. These models defined car culture at the time.
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Ford's New 3.0L EcoBoost Performance Upgrade Adds Serious Power For $825
A simple software upgrade to Ford's Bronco Raptor and Ranger Raptor can yield a sizable horsepower and torque increase, and can be installed at dealers today.
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5 Of The Strangest LS Engine Swaps We Cant Help But Love
LS swaps are common practice in the car enthusiast scene, but some gearheads take their projects to the next level with some truly bizarre builds.
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More Indy 500 Wins & F1 World Titles Were Powered By Ilmor Engines Than You Realized
Ferrari and Mercedes make the majority of F1 engines, but more Indy 500 wins and F1 world titles were powered by Ilmor engines than you realize.
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What Does SUV Stand For? The Meaning Behind The Abbreviation
These days, about half of the world's vehicles are SUVs, but what does that acronym even stand for? Here is the meaning behind the abbreviation.
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F1 Points System Explained: How It Works (And How It's Changed)
Hundreds of points are awarded throughout the course of an F1 race weekend. Here's how the system works and how it's changed over the sport's 70-year history.
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5 Of Our Favorite Classic Mopar Colors
These are five of our favorite Mopar colors from that brief but vibrant chapter in Chrysler history.
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Ford Probe Gen 1 Vs Gen 2: How They Differ (And Which One's Faster)
The Ford Probe may not be a household name, but its interesting origin story makes it part of auto history. Here's how its first and second generations compare.
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All Of The Changes Coming To The 2025 Formula 1 Driver Lineup
While 2024's F1 driver lineup was the same as the previous year for the first time in history, 2025 won't be a repeat. Here are the changes in store.
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