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Mechanic tightening lug nuts on a car wheel

Cars By Mark Cowley 3 months ago

Can Car Tires Be Put On The Wrong Way?

Car tires all look the same, really, and they all roll in the same direction. So is it possible to actually install them the wrong way around?

A 992 Porsche 911 Turbo on a canyon road, front 3/4 view, aftermarket wheels

Cars By Nate Williams 3 months ago

Can Changing Your Gear Ratios Give Your Car A Higher Top Speed?

When it comes to transmissions, words like gear ratio and final drive are thrown around a lot. Can changing gear rations give your car a higher top speed?

Two semi-trailer trucks on a highway, front 3/4 view

Trucks By Edward Munene 3 months ago

What's The Difference Between A Semi-Truck And A Full Truck?

Lots of different words and terms are thrown around when talking about trucks, like semi-truck and full truck. What's the difference between these two?

Components By Shane O'Neill 3 months ago

Who Invented USB, And Does Anyone Own The Standard?

Ever wondered who invented USB and who actually controls it now? It all started with Ajay Bhatt’s Intel team and today managed by a tech industry non-profit.

A person closing a stuffed yellow suitcase

Technology By Sarah Chaney 3 months ago

Major Luggage Brands Ranked By Geek Appeal

If you want only the lightest, most secure luggage with the smoothest wheels and telescoping handles, you want a suitcase with some serious geek appeal.

The world's longest car, The American Dream, parked

Cars By Mark Cowley 3 months ago

All About The Colossal Cadillac: The World's Longest Car

Cadillac is no stranger to limousines, but even the fanciest Cadillac limo can't hold a candle to the world's longest car. Say hello to The American Dream.

Amazon Basics batteries stacked on table

Technology By Cody D. Campbell 3 months ago

How Do Amazon Basics Batteries Compare To Duracell? Here's What Users Are Saying

Users are generally satisfied with both Duracell and Amazon Basics batteries. Duracell tends to perform better, but Basics offers more value for money.

Front 3/4 view of a teal Mercedes-Maybach G650 Laundalet parked in some shallow water

SUVs and Crossovers By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

This Is One Of The Most Expensive SUVs Ever Sold At Auction (And It's Not A Rolls-Royce Or A Lambo)

Luxury SUVs like the Ferrari Purosangue and Aston Martin DBX cost a pretty penny, but what's the most expensive SUV that has ever sold at an auction?

A red Honda Element parked next to a coast, front 3/4 view

Cars By Tauseef Zia 3 months ago

Why One Of The Worst-Looking Hondas Is Actually A Pretty Good Car

Honda has always been pretty restrained in terms of styling, but one of the major exceptions is the Element. Looking past the design, is it actually a good car?

Cars By Mark Cowley 3 months ago

What To Know About China's Record-Breaking Weichai Diesel Engine

Chinese engine maker Weichai Power unveiled a record-breaking engine in 2024, but it wasn't a power or torque record. Here's all the crucial info.

Man rolling Husky Build-Out boxes around work site

Tools By Patrick Phillips 3 months ago

Are Husky Build-Out Tool Boxes Waterproof?

Tool boxes are essential not just for transporting tools, but keeping them clean and dry. But just how resistant to water are Husky's tool boxes?

Laptops By Patrick Phillips 3 months ago

How To Connect Your Bose Headphones To Your MacBook

A pair of Bose headphones should sound really good no matter what you pair them with, including Apple's stalwart line of MacBooks. Here's how to connect them.

Cars By Aidan Eckhardt 3 months ago

13 Of The Coolest Hellcat-Powered Cars, Ranked By Horsepower

Hellcat has pushed the limits of American muscle, producing monstrous powerplants with horsepower numbers once thought unthinkable. Here are the coolest ones.

A Convair NB-36H Peacemaker experimental aircraft

Aviation By Jonathan H. Kantor 3 months ago

Did The US Really Experiment With An Airplane That Used Nuclear-Powered Engines?

These days, nuclear power is mostly confined to the sea. But have any nations ever experimented with taking nuclear power to the skies? Here's the story.

Close-up of a red Pontiac Fiero's headlight cover

Cars By Charlie Berrey 3 months ago

Pontiac Fiero GT: How Much HP Did The Sports Car Have & How Fast Could It Go?

The Pontiac Fiero GT is easily one of the most interesting models in the brand's history. How much horsepower did it have? How fast could it go?

LS3 engine in a Chevrolet Belair engine bay

Cars By Charlie Berrey 3 months ago

How Much HP Do LS3 Crate Engines Have, And How Much Do They Cost Today?

Despite debuting in 2008, you can still buy crate versions of GM's LS3 engine in 2025. But how much does one cost and how much power does it make?

The Apple's new iPhone 16 models are displayed at the Apple Store

iPhone By Mahnoor Faisal 3 months ago

Refurbished Vs. Used iPhones: What's The Difference Between These Buying Options?

iPhones are more expensive than ever, and prices aren't coming down. You can likely save money with Used or Refurbished devices, but what's the difference?

C-130 sitting on a runway, being loaded from behind with supplies

Aviation By Charles Earley 3 months ago

Who Makes The C-130 Military Transport Plane & How Many Are Flying Today?

The C-130 military transport has been in use for decades among many nations' militaries thanks to its reliability, endurance, and immense capability.

Ryobi Dual Function Inflator/Deflator used on pool toy

Ryobi By Quina Baterna 3 months ago

Here's What You Should Know About Ryobi's 18V Dual Function Inflator/Deflator

Whether it's inflating a ball or taking all the air out of a mattress, Ryobi's Inflator/Deflator may be what you need, but not everyone is in love with it.

Trucks By Nate Williams 3 months ago

Thieves Are Exploiting A GM Truck Vulnerability, Lawsuit Claims

GM owners have found their cars being stolen, allegedly with little effort by thieves exploiting a security flaw in multiple models. Now, it's going to court.

Person using Gordon Multi-tool to open a box

Harbor Freight By Cody D. Campbell 3 months ago

Everything To Know About Harbor Freight's Gordon 20-In-1 Multi-Tool

A proper multi-tool needs a lot of tools, and that's what Harbor Freight's Gordon 20-in-1 tool promises at a fraction of the price of name-brand ones.

Men shorts with Support 81 print displayed on a bike

Motorcycles By Daksh Chaudhary 3 months ago

What 81 Means To Hells Angels Bikers (And Why They Use It)

For Hells Angels bikers, "81" is not just some random number. It holds a lot of meaning. Here's what it really means and who can use it to represent the club.

A male gardener trimming grass with a big red lawn mower

Tools By Daksh Chaudhary 3 months ago

Do All Lawn Mowers Use The Same Oil? No – And Here's Why

Not all lawn mowers use the same oil. It depends on several things, including engine type and climate. We'll help you find the best oil for your mower.

A F-100F Super Sabre flying at an angle, red painted tips

Aviation By Daniel Meagher 3 months ago

How The World's First Supersonic Jet Changed Warfare Forever

The accident-prone North American F-100 Super Sabre broke the sound barrier in 1953, setting the stage for an arms race from other nations.

Mobile phone in airplane seat backrest holder

Accessories and Peripherals By Charles Earley 3 months ago

Is It Safe To Plug Your Phone Charger Into A Power Outlet On A Plane?

Updated rules on banned accessories from airlines, as well as viral incidents of battery malfunctions, many travelers are weary of charging on airplanes.

Spark plugs compare, new and old copper spark plugs

Tools By Philip Kambutu 3 months ago

How Long Do Lawn Mower Spark Plugs Last? Here's How Often To Change Them

Just like cars, lawn mower engines need their spark plugs changed on a regular basis. How often should you swap the old ones out for new ones?

Aviation By Daksh Chaudhary 3 months ago

Why Florida Is The Private Jet Capital Of The World

Florida tops the charts when it comes to private jet travel, and it's not just because of the good weather. Here's why private jet owners choose Florida.

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