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Tools By Syeda Laiba Alam 3 months ago

12 Handy Magnetic Toolbox Accessories To Maximize Your Storage

Whether an avowed DIYer or professional mechanic, keeping track of tools can add unwanted stress to your project. These magnetic accessories will help.

EGO hedge trimmer and battery out in the rain

Power Tools By Marinel Sigue 3 months ago

Are EGO Tools And Batteries Waterproof? (And Does Its Warranty Cover Water Damage?)

EGO Tools makes a number of powerful tools for a variety of projects around the house and in your yard, but can you safely use your tools even in the rain?

front view of red 1967 Alfa Romeo Giulia GT Junior driving on country road

Classic Cars By Madeline Cuccio 3 months ago

How Often Should You Drive A Classic Car? (And Why?)

Owning a classic car can be equal parts joy and headache. Parking a car for too long leads to problems, and this is how often and why you should drive your car.

Diesel particulate filter placed on a garage floor

Trucks By Philip Kambutu 3 months ago

How To Clean The DPF Filter On Your Diesel Truck

For diesel workhorses, cleaning out the DPF filter regularly helps keep the truck running clean, but a dirty DPF could severely impact performance.

Makita 40V max XGT 4Ah high power battery connected to a tool in a workshop

Power Tools By Marinel Sigue 3 months ago

How Does Makita's New 40V Max XGT High Power Battery Compare To The Standard Version?

Makita's latest battery, the 40V Max XGT High Power, certainly sounds like it has a lot of power behind it. So how does it compare to the standard version?

Car Accessories By Daniel Meagher 3 months ago

5 Of The Best Upholstery Cleaners On The Market (According To Owners)

It's easy to make a mess of the upholstery in your car. These are the best car upholstery cleaners, according to reviews from previous buyers of the products.

Cars By Nate Williams 3 months ago

Here's Why (Most) Semi-Trucks Are Rear-Wheel Drive

There's a good reason why most of the semi-trucks on the road are rear-wheel drive. The alternative doesn't make much sense once you consider usage.

A docked dreadnought battleship on a cloudy day

Naval By Dauglas Denga 3 months ago

What Is A 'Dreadnought' And What Does It Mean In Military Ships?

Dreadnought is an intimidating name that's befitting the very ships that bore it. They were equally intimidating to see in person, but what exactly were they?

Cars By Mark Cowley 3 months ago

Are Flying Cars For Sale To The Public? Kind Of (It's Complicated)

Everyone's still waiting for flying cars, and now that the technology is getting close, you might think about buying one. That's complicated, though.

Driver side view of gray minivan driving on highway

Cars By Brian McHugh 3 months ago

5 Of The Fastest Minivans You Can Buy, Ranked By 0-60 Speed

Minivans aren't often included in the conversation for spirited driving, but even the most practical haulers are capable of impressive on-road performance.

Woman reading on couch with air purifier on floor

Technology By Mikael Trench 3 months ago

Do Cheap Air Purifiers Work? What You Should Check Before Buying

Like any product, air purifier quality goes up the more you spend, but can you get by with a cheaper one? Perhaps, but there are some things you should check.

A Woman Using The Ryobi Whole Stud Detector On A Wall

Ryobi By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

Is Ryobi's Stud Finder Any Good? Here's What Reviews Have To Say

Ryobi tools are often well-reviewed by their owners, but a good stud finder is hard to find. Does Ryobi's measure up, or are you best off looking elsewhere?

An SB2A-4 near Naval Air Station Vero Beach, Florida, in 1942 or 43.

Aviation By Jonathan H. Kantor 3 months ago

World War 2's Worst Bomber Was Basically A Flying Coffin

America has made many great airplanes, but this wasn't one of them. Toward the war's end, many of them went straight from the production line to the junkyard.

Close up view of charging port on an electric vehicle

Electric Vehicles By KR Manalo 3 months ago

Should You Avoid Fast Charging Your EV All The Time?

While new charging tech means you can fill your EV's battery faster, is it a good idea to do every time? We took a look at the science and here's what it says.

An L3Harris Counter Communications System Meadowlands in a motor pool.

Military By Jonathan H. Kantor 3 months ago

How Space Force Plans To Protect The US From Chinese & Russian Spy Satellites

One of the U.S. Space Force's key missions is to protect the United States from Chinese and Russian spy satellites. Here's a key tool in that effort.

Front three-quarter view of 2025 Subaru Solterra

Electric Vehicles By Stephen Fogel 3 months ago

Where Does Subaru Build The Solterra?

Subaru's Solterra is the company's entrance into the burgeoning electric SUV market. But where does the automaker build its electrified people carrier?

Front view of a boat cruising on the sea

Technology By UmmeAimon Shabbir 3 months ago

What's The Difference Between An Open And Closed Loop Cooling System In A Boat Engine?

Boat engines have either open or closed loop cooling systems. How do these two differ, and is one better than the other? Here's everything you need to know.

Tool Brands By Daniel Feininger 3 months ago

11 Tractor Supply Finds To Whip Your Yard Into Shape This Spring

These 11 smart Tractor Supply picks can help you tackle spring yard work with less hassle, making it easier to get the most out of your outdoor space.

Nelson Racing Engines NRE twin-tubro Alien LS 427 on a white background

Cars By Ron King 3 months ago

5 427 Crate Engines You Can Buy That Provide Some Serious Horsepower

There's nothing like a good 427-cubic-inch V8 to get the blood pumping. Here are five high-powered 427 crate engines perfect for your hot rod project.

a pit crew spilling fuel while refueling a NASCAR cup car

Cars By Jowi Morales 3 months ago

How Big Is A NASCAR Fuel Tank & How Much Gas Does The Car Burn During One Race?

NASCAR drivers have to cover a lot of distance during races, and that consumes a lot of fuel. How big are NASCAR fuel tanks, and how much does gas it use?

Cars By Dauglas Denga 3 months ago

Which Diesel Engine Did Chevrolet Use Before Duramax?

When you think of diesel Chevy trucks, you likely think Duramax. But the Duramax engine wasn't the first diesel to power Chevy trucks. Here's what came before.

Gaming By Quina Baterna 3 months ago

Here's What The First-Ever Arcade Machine Is Worth Today

The first-ever arcade machine to be released is a piece of video game, and it fetched an appropriately historic price the last time it went up for auction.

A vintage yellow car is parked in front of a revitalized food market in the historic neighborhood of Old Southeast in Saint Petersburg, Florida.

Cars By Eli Shayotovich 3 months ago

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?

Multiple DeWalt tools on a wooden hexagonal table

Tool Brands By Sarah Chaney 3 months ago

12 Of The Biggest DeWalt Recalls In U.S. History

While DeWalt has a strong reputation for its tools, every brand occasionally has a problematic product. Here are the biggest recalls DeWalt has ever announced.