These States May Be Changing Their Speed Limits Soon
Individual U.S. states have long had the ability to set their own speed limits, but only a few are taking advantage of the opportunity.
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Stories By Joseph Chidi
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5 Car Mods That Hurt Resale Value
One of the great pleasures of owning a car is modifying it to suit your needs. However, some mods may have a negative impact when it comes time to sell.
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Is There Really A Difference Between A Mechanic Tool Set And A Home Kit?
Most companies offer different types of tool sets, such as mechanic and home kits, but is there any real difference between the two types on offer?
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Don't Want To Spend Too Much Time Shoveling Snow This Year? Try This Instead
Shoveling fresh fallen snow in the winter can be incredibly time consuming, but there is a hack you can do that may completely eliminate your need to shovel.
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Zipper Stuck On Your Tent? Campers Say Not To Reach For The WD-40
Campers know the sinking feeling of having their tent's zipper get stuck. While it may seem logical to reach for WD-40 to fix it, many don't recommend it.
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5 Affordable Gadgets Redditors Say Make Their Lives Easier
Curious which inexpensive gadgets Redditors say improve everyday life? We combed top threads to find the items people rave about most. Here’s what stood out.
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How To Clean Your Car's Air Vents And Make Them Smell Better
Is your car's AC blowing weird smells? It might be time for a deep clean. Here is a guide to fixing your vents and the one part you must replace.
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What Happens If You Don't Replace Your HVAC Filter?
Skipping HVAC filter replacements seems harmless, but it triggers a chain reaction of problems for your home and health. Here is what happens if you forget.
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This Common Household Appliance May Be The Sneaky Reason Your Electric Bill Is So High
One common kitchen appliance uses more power in an hour than a fridge does in two days. Is this "sneaky" device driving up your monthly electric bill?
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How To Stream The Videos On Your Phone To Your TV For Big Screen Viewing
Looking to watch a video from your phone on your big screen TV? There's actually a number of ways you can actually broadcast files from your phone.
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Sora Vs Sora 2: Here's What OpenAI's Newest Video Model Can Do
OpenAI's video generator, Sora, has rapidly grown in popularity since it's release, but now, users can access the newest model. Here's what you need to know.
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5 Old-School USB Gadgets That We'd Be Surprised To Ever See Make A Comeback
The advent of USB technology meant computers could be expanded in new and exciting ways, but these gadgets are now as obsolete as the technology they replaced.
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Should You Buy A Used Motorcycle? Here's What Riders Say Are The Pros & Cons
If you're in the market for a motorcycle, you might be considering a used one. What do riders say? What are the benefits and drawbacks of a used bike?
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Drivers Are Using This Cheap Trick To Keep Their Car Door Handles From Freezing - But Should You?
There's a viral hack that can help you avoid frozen doors in the winter, but it's a bad idea. We'll tell you what it is and what to use instead.
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How To Tell If Your Android Phone Is Refurbished
A phone can look new when it isn't. Here's how to spot the differences between new Android phones, certified refurbished ones, and ones rebuilt unofficially.
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Can A Dealership Sell You A Car If It Doesn't Have A Title?
You've likely heard the term title being tossed around when it comes to vehicle ownership. Can a car dealer sell you a vehicle if it doesn't have a title?
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Nvidia Wants To Use Your Uber Rides To Train The Next Generation Of Self-Driving Cars
Nvidia wants to partner with Uber to train future self-driving vehicles. Here's how both companies are perfectly poised to accelerate the technology forward.
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Spark Plugs Seized? Here's What Causes It & How To Remove Them
Replacing your spark plugs is important and usually a fairly simple process, but if they seize in the cylinder heads it's an entirely different matter.
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Do Solar Lights Need Full Daily Sun Or Just Any Light To Charge?
If you're considering solar lighting, don't forget about power. Do you need to worry about an outdoor setup or will any light work to charge?
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How Long Can You Expect A Cheap TV To Last? Here's What Owners Say
Buying a budget TV? Understand how long it can realistically stick around; there’s more to the lifespan than just price or brand.
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5 Celebrities Who Own A Bombardier Global 7500 Private Jet
Discover the A-listers who are stealthily flying in this incredible high-speed jet, crafted by one of the globe’s premier makers of private jets.
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Why You Should Never Leave Your Laptop In The Car (Whether It's Hot Or Cold Weather)
There might be some situations where we feel inclined to leave our laptops in the car. There are multiple reasons why that's not a good idea.
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Car Headlights Existed Long Before Light Bulbs – So How Did They Work?
Before electric headlights came along, early cars used an ingenious lighting method borrowed from horse-drawn carriages.
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Why Do Modern MacBooks Only Have USB-C Ports
Modern MacBooks swapped out traditional ports for USB C ports and it’s not just about fewer cables.
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Who Makes Volvo Engines?
Volvo has been a reputable manufacturer in the automotive space for quite some time, but who currently makes its engines? Has it always been that way?
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This Rival Navigation App Is Finally Catching Up To Google Maps & Waze
Google Maps has long been the favored GPS app, guiding drivers fairly accurately for decades, and then Waze mixed things up with innovative features.
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Credit Cards & 'Focus Cities' Affect Delta Flight Routes More Than You Might Think
When you sit down on a plane and are immediately handed a credit card application, whether or not you fill it out could have an effect on your next trip.
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