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Dewalt By Quina Baterna 3 months ago

Where To Find Your DeWalt Model Number (And How To Decode It)

If you're looking for parts or just general maintenance tips, you may need to know the model number for your DeWalt power tool. Fortunately, it's easy to find.

Cars By Joe Capraro 3 months ago

6 Of The Most Famous Fords In Pop Culture

Ford has produced plenty of memorable models over the last century, but which ones have made the longest lasting impression on popular culture?

A full cargo ship floating in the ocean.

Naval By Shane O'Neill 3 months ago

How Do Ships Slow Down And Stop Without Brakes?

We all know that cars stop thanks to their trusty brakes. But how do ships slow down and come to a halt? It's a bit more complicated than car brakes.

Fifth-generation Toyota 4Runner driving on a paved surface with trees and a white post-and-rail fence in the background

SUVs and Crossovers By Monday Goma 3 months ago

Are Toyota 4Runners High Maintenance SUVs? Here's What Owners Have To Say

The Toyota 4Runner is one of the most successful SUV models on the market today. Is it actually a high maintenance SUV? What say the owners?

Automotive Reviews By Chris Davies 3 months ago

The 2025 Mazda Miata Is A Blast Of Common Sense In An Age Of AI And Fat EVs

While the industry continues pushing touchscreens and other tech of questionable practical value, Mazda's 2025 model Miata is refreshingly straightforward.

Cars By Zohaib Ahmed 3 months ago

The Worst Car To Show Up With On A Date, According To Simon Cowell

In 2003, just a year after "American Idol" hit airwaves, Simon Cowell appeared on the talk show "Top Gear" and revealed the worst car to show up with on a date.

a 2x2 tv setup made out of 4 TCL 75 inch TVs

TVs and Streaming By Zohaib Ahmed 3 months ago

How To Connect Four TVs And Make One Massive Screen

If you want to get a massive picture in your home, connecting four TVs to make one huge screen is more affordable than ever nowadays thanks to cheap prices.

Aviation By Jonathan H. Kantor 3 months ago

Why Do Fighter Jets Fly So Low?

If you've ever seen a fighter jet doing some training, you might have noticed that they fly pretty low to the ground. Well, there's a reason for that.

A metal crossbed toolbox across the bed of a black pickup truck.

Trucks By Casey Cooper 3 months ago

How To Properly Install A Truck Tool Box On Your Pickup

A toolbox in your truck bed can be helpfully, especially if you're someone who travels between worksites regularly. Here's how to install it right.

Rear view of a German fighter plane with cable visible

Aviation By KR Manalo 3 months ago

What Were The Wires On WW2 Planes For?

Looking at photos of plane used in World War II, you may have noticed a lot of cables and wires around them. Here's what those cables were for.

Classic Cars By Stephen Fogel 4 months ago

This Is The First American Sports Car (And It's Not A Corvette)

We've all been told, time and again, that the first American sports car is the iconic Chevrolet Corvette. But, what is actually the first American sports car?

Wide shot of an Aston Martin interior featuring Apple CarPlay's new operating system

Car Accessories By Alec Hively 4 months ago

Apple CarPlay Ultra: The Coolest Features (And Which Cars Get It First)

Apple is revising its infotainment integration in the form of CarPlay Ultra, an improved variant built on customization for both drivers and automakers.

A copper 2025 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance on the road

SUVs and Crossovers By Mike Shutt 4 months ago

How Much Does The Lexus RX 500h Cost & How Many MPG Does It Get?

The Lexus RX 500h sits at the top of the automaker's range of luxury SUVs. But how much does one of these bad boys cost, and does it get good fuel economy?

Close up of hands inserting seat belt into buckle

Cars By Mikael Trench 4 months ago

What Is The Fabric Loop On A Seatbelt For?

Seatbelts have been a crucial safety feature in cars for well over 60 years now. What is the fabric loop on some seatbelts actually good for?

Cars By Madeline Cuccio 4 months ago

Is Dodge Reviving The V8 HEMI For The Charger? Here's What We Know

The Hemi is dead — or is it? Rumors tell us that Dodge is bringing the classic V8 back for its new Charger, but is there any truth to the matter?

Technology By Samyak Goswami 4 months ago

Why Some US Airlines Prefer To Fly Older, Used Planes To New Models

You might have realized that some US-based airlines opt to fly older and used planes. Why would this be preferred over using newer aircraft?

Semi truck driver using the brakes and the shifter

Trucks By Nate Williams 4 months ago

What's The Difference Between A Jake Brake And Retarder In Semi-Trucks?

Semi trucks are heavy pieces of machinery, and using the regular brakes might not be enough. What's the difference between a jake brake and a retarder?

Various adapters and converters alongside a passport and other travel gear

Accessories and Peripherals By Lynnae Williams 4 months ago

Why Your American Charger Plug Won't Work In Europe (And How To Fix That)

When visiting Europe, that trusty charger won't fit the outlet, and even if you somehow manage to plug it in, it won't work safely without the right setup.

A bottle of BlueDevil head gasket sealer sitting on a work bench

Cars By John Davis 4 months ago

What Does Head Gasket Sealer Additive Do & Which Ones Are Considered The Best (According To Users)?

Is it necessary to add head gasket sealer additive to your car? Here's what you need to know about its benefits and the brands that are considered the best.

Space By Georgina Torbet 4 months ago

Jupiter's Atmosphere Is Full Of Weird Objects Called Mushballs - What Are They?

Recently, researchers discovered mushballs in Jupiter's atmosphere. They may be present in Saturn and the ice giants, Neptune and Uranus, as well.

Cars By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago

Are Toyota CVT Transmissions Reliable? Here's What Drivers Are Saying

Continuously variable transmissions are simultaneously popular and loathed, depending on who you ask. Are Toyota's CVTs a reliable choice or better avoided?

A vintage 1942 Harley Davidson WL on the move

Motorcycles By Dauglas Denga 4 months ago

What's The Top Speed Of A Harley-Davidson WL & Which Engine Powered The Classic Street Bike?

The Harley-Davidson WL won the hearts of many bike enthusiasts throughout the 20th century. What kind of engine did it use and how fast could it go?

Technology By Patrick Phillips 4 months ago

5 Things Movies Always Get Wrong About Computer Hackers

We've all seen movies that have a fast-typing hacker, but how much of it is realistic? You may be surprised to learn which things are dramatized.

Cars By Azzief Khaliq 4 months ago

9 Of The Best Engines Ever Put In A Mopar Muscle Car

Mopar has been producing iconic powerplants for decades, from the 426 Hemi to the Hellcat V8. Here are some of its best engines that ended up in a muscle car.