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Do You Need To Sharpen Both Sides Of A Lawn Mower Blade?

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Butson) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:30:00 +0000

A sharp lawn mower blade will always cut better than a dull one. If you're doing the sharpening yourself, you need to know which of its edges to work on.

The US Navy Is Testing A New Hypersonic Missile On The F/A-18 Super Hornet

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 03:45:00 +0000

The U.S. has fallen behind countries like China and Russia with hypersonic missile development. Now, it's testing out one that could be a game-changer.

The Downsides Of Touring Motorcycles You Should Consider Before Buying

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Oliveto) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Touring motorcycles are ideal for long cross-country journeys. If you're thinking of getting one, there are some downsides you should know about.

Toyota Tacoma Vs. Honda Ridgeline Depreciation: Which Loses More Value After 5 Years?

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 01:45:00 +0000

If longevity is your dealbreaker, and you find yourself between a Toyota Tacoma and a Honda Ridgeline at the lot, this will be your primer.

5 Of Home Depot's Most Affordable Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Feininger) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 01:30:00 +0000

Zero-turn lawn mowers are ideal for larger lawns or those with challenging terrain, but they can be pricey unless you know where to look for good deals.

This Pocket Winch Fits In Your Car's Glovebox And Can Pull 2,000 Pounds Of Dead Weight

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 01:15:00 +0000

Compact winches usually sacrifice power for portability, but this glove box-sized model promises serious pulling force without taking up much vehicle space.

3 Drawbacks Of Using Nitrogen-Filled Tires

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:45:00 +0000

Using nitrogen to fill your tires instead of air does have some minor benefits, but the drawbacks of doing so mean it might not be worth the effort.

Not The US, Not India: This Country Has The Most Coal Power Plants In The World

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:15:00 +0000

There's another country with coal power production that dwarfs everyone else's capabilities, and it is very likely to be the first one that you would expect.

Which TV Brand Is Considered The Most Reliable In 2026?

staff@slashgear.com (Alan Bradley) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:45:00 +0000

There are so many companies making TVs that it can be hard to pick one to buy. Fortunately, work has been done to determine the most reliable brand to buy from.

How Does No-Lift Shift Work Without Killing Your Manual Transmission?

staff@slashgear.com (Marko Mikulic) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:15:00 +0000

Slamming gears in a manual without lifting off the throttle is a great idea, and many performance cars nowadays offer it. Does it ruin your transmission?

When Is The Cheapest Time Of Year To Buy New Tires? It Depends

staff@slashgear.com (Shane O'Neill) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Buying tires can be a very expensive endeavor, but there are thankfully ways to reduce the cost - one of which is to buy your tires at the right time of year.

5 Useful Trailer Accessories You Can Buy On Amazon

staff@slashgear.com (Sarah Chaney) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:30:00 +0000

A few inexpensive upgrades can make a trailer much easier to live with. Here are some highly rated Amazon accessories worth adding to your setup.

How Do GPS Apps Like Google Maps Know When There's Police Ahead?

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:15:00 +0000

Google Maps can warn you about police, crashes, road closures, and other incidents as you drive. Here's how GPS apps gather and update that information.

There's Only One Disadvantage To Using Mini HDMI - But It's A Big Downside

staff@slashgear.com (Quina Baterna) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Picking between mini HDMI and other options may not be up to you, but if you do use that port and connector, you'll be faced with one potential weakness.

12 Dangerous Tools From Home Depot You Should Never Use Without Reading The Manual First

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Hindy) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Power tools can get dangerous fast when you skip the instructions. These Home Depot picks are worth a closer look before you use them.

Lenovo Owns A Lot Of Brands, But Who Owns Lenovo?

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:15:00 +0000

Lenovo is one of the biggest brands in consumer technology and owns high-profile brands like Motorola. But even the biggest brand also has to have an owner.

5 Downsides Of Window Air Conditioners To Consider Before You Buy

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Window air conditioners can be an easy way to cool a room, but they come with drawbacks that aren't always obvious until you've installed one in your home.

Audi's Legendary Five-Cylinder Engines Might Be Here To Stay

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Fogel) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:15:00 +0000

Even stricter emissions regulations are looming on the horizon for Europe, but Audi might not retire its legendary 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine just yet.

Should Solar Panels Be Flat Or Angled?

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Oliveto) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0000

If you're considering installing solar panels to help with your home's energy usage, you may eventually wonder how that should be placed. Well, it depends.

12 Fun Mini Gadgets For Your Home Office Desk

staff@slashgear.com (Brian Abuga) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Make your workday a little less dull with compact gadgets designed to tidy up, keep you focused, entertain you, or simply look cool.