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Here's How Long You Can Expect Your All-Terrain Tires To Last

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +0000

If you often take your vehicle off-road, but haven't given much thought to how long you've had your all-terrain tires, don't worry. Here's what you should know.

7 Common Problems With Smart Thermostats To Know Before You Switch

staff@slashgear.com (Erynn Ruiz) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Switching to a smart thermostat may seem like the smart thing to do if you want to save a little money on heating, but it's not always a smooth transition.

5 Makita Tools That Can Come In Handy For Truck Drivers

staff@slashgear.com (Quina Baterna) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Life on the road is unpredictable. Discover five highly versatile, portable power tools that every professional truck driver should keep in their vehicle.

The Dodge Viper Might Be Dead, But This New Supercar Could Be The Next Best Thing

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:45:00 +0000

The Dodge Viper is no more, but some of its components live on. Bristol is building an ultra-limited run of new cars with a familiar V10 under the hood.

907 HP Lamborghini Joins Italy's Police Fleet For A Very Specific Purpose

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Fogel) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Lamborghini has provided vehicles to the Italian police for decades now, and the latest is a 907-hp Temerario that the automaker unveiled in September.

5 Anker Gadgets With Hundreds Of Five-Star Ratings

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Anker has no shortage of chargers, power banks, and other tech accessories. We looked at customer ratings to find five gadgets that stand out from the crowd.

The Big 2028 Volvo XC40 Refresh Looks Great, But The Major Change Is Inside

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Davies) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0000

Volvo's compact crossover gets crisper looks, a tech upgrade inside, and new luxury options, but there's still something missing.

How Many Solar Panels Does It Take To Run A Washing Machine?

staff@slashgear.com (Alan Bradley) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:45:00 +0000

If you're considering installing solar panels, you may be wondering about some practical questions, like if a single solar panel will let you run your washer.

What Is Hypoid Gear Oil And What Makes It Different From Regular Gear Oil?

staff@slashgear.com (Madeline Cuccio) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:45:00 +0000

Vehicles require all sorts of lubrication for all their mechanical gears to operate smoothly. Hypoid gear oil is one of them, and it serves a unique purpose.

What Is The $3,000 Rule When Buying A Car?

staff@slashgear.com (Craig Rawlins-Wilson) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Think you have enough saved to buy a car? This financial rule highlights the often-overlooked costs that can turn an exciting purchase into a budget headache.

5 Used Touring Motorcycles Riders Say You Should Steer Clear Of

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Sandrik) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0000

A used bike can save you a lot of money, as long as you avoid unreliable models like these.

iOS 27 Is About To Make Some AirPods Even Better

staff@slashgear.com (Eric Hamilton) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Apple's new version of iOS will bring quite a few improvements to your AirPods, some of which have been requested for a very long time. Here's what's new.

11 Tips & Tricks To Maximize Your Air Conditioner's Efficiency

staff@slashgear.com (Erynn Ruiz) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Summer is winding down, so now is a great time to make sure your air conditioning unit is in tip-top shape to weather winter and be ready for next year.

Do You Want To Be As Connected As Apple Watch Series 12 And Ultra 4 Want You To Be?

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Oliveto) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:22:23 +0000

Apple has announced several AI features for its latest models of Apple Watch, but they're not all being universally welcomed by potential buyers.

iPhone Duo Is An Intriguing Foldable, But Will Price Push People Away?

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:20:37 +0000

Apple has revealed the iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone. While it looks impressive, you can't ignore its price, which may temper some excitement.

5 Ways WD-40 Can Help Maintain Your Lawn Mower

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:45:00 +0000

You can use WD-40 almost anywhere in your garage or workshop, and that includes these useful tips that can help with lawn mower maintenance.

New iPhone 18 Pro Reveal Gives Apple Intelligence Top Billing, Not Hardware

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:58:59 +0000

While Apple tends to be focused on the hardware at its hardware events (go figure), the iPhone 18 reveal did things a little differently instead.

Every Color Available For BMW's New i3 Sedan

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0000

BMW's new i3 sedan will come in 11 colors when it arrives in the U.S. in 2027. They will include hues the automaker describes as metallic, solid, and frozen.

3 Washing Machines With Deep Discounts In September 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:03:43 +0000

The Labor Day sales are mostly over, but these deals on washing machines are still going strong. Get out your cozy sweaters and give them a good wash.

3 Downsides Of Ceramic Brake Pads

staff@slashgear.com (Shane Schmid) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Ceramic brake pads are known for their durability, but they're not always the best option thanks to the specific downsides that go along with using them.