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An automatic shifter in a modern Volkswagen

Cars By Corazon Victorino 4 months ago

CVT Vs Automatic Transmissions: The Key Differences Between Them (And Why They Matter)

More and more modern cars only offer automatic transmissions, some of them conventional, and some of them CVTs. What's the difference between them?

The SR-71 Blackbird spyplane at the Steven F

Aviation By UmmeAimon Shabbir 4 months ago

Why The Tires On The SR-71 Blackbird Look Silver

The SR-71 Blackbird flies at extremely high speeds and altitudes, adding Aluminum to its tires can help to prevent damage during fast landings.

several land rover range rovers at a dealership

Cars By Edward Munene 4 months ago

Range Rover Vs Land Rover: What's The Difference?

Range Rovers and Land Rovers seem like they should be interchangeable, but they are not. We explain the difference between them and why it matters.

A car equipped with cameras in the windshield and rearview mirror

Car Accessories By Daniel Trock 4 months ago

Why You Should Avoid Installing Accessories On Your Windshield & Rearview Mirror If Your Car Has ADAS

If your car has an ADAS, you'll enjoy features like lane guidance and pedestrian warnings. But you also will want to avoid accessories around your windshield.

Two Honda XL750 Transalp motorcycles parked near mountains

Cars By Travis Langness 4 months ago

13 Cheap Motorcycles That Look Expensive

You don't need a fortune for a good looking motorcycle. These rides from the likes of Triumph, Yamaha, and Kawasaki offer premium looks and peformance on a budget.

Gaming By Quina Baterna 4 months ago

Is It Safe To Lay Your PS5 On Its Side?

The PlayStation 5, unlike its predecessors, has a rather unique design with lots of curves, almost demanding it lay vertically. But what about on its side?

Cars By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago

What Is A Gear-Based CVT And How Does It Work?

Despite all the benefits of a CVT transmission, it does have some drawbacks. A gear-based CVT is looking to address these drawbacks, but how does it work?

A black laptop with a graphic above stating VPN Connected with icons for a padlock, the internet, the cloud, and more.

Computers and Tablets By Anthoni Oisin 4 months ago

Why A VPN Works Better When You Use A Server Closer To Your Location

Using a VPN lets you keep your connection private or change its location, but some servers are worse than others. Here's what you need to know.

Motorcycles By Olivia Richman 4 months ago

Happy Days: What Motorcycle Did Fonzie Ride, And Where Is It Today?

Happy Days' Fonzie was known for his iconic motorcycles. Several were used in filming but what were they and what happened to them after the series ended?

2026 Land Rover Discovery Gemini on the road

SUVs and Crossovers By Mark Cowley 4 months ago

13 Things You Should Know Before Buying A Land Rover Discovery (New Or Used)

The Land Rover Discovery isn't as popular as other models, but it's still a great option for families. Take a look at what you should know before you buy.

Roku TV in living room with Roku speakers on both sides

TVs and Streaming By Marinel Sigue 4 months ago

How To Enable Roku's Fast TV Start Feature (And Why You Might Want To)

Roku Fast TV Start keeps network and voice assistant ready even while 'off'—learn how to enable it and why it's helpful for quicker wake-ups.

Low shot of orange lawn mower sitting in grass

Tools By Mikael Trench 4 months ago

Gas Vs Electric Lawn Tools: Is One Really Better Than The Other?

Gas and electric lawn tools are capable and popular, so we outline the pluses and minuses of each to help you choose which is best for you.

Ryobi By Cody D. Campbell 4 months ago

Ryobi's 1800-Watt Power Station: How Long Will It Run On One Charge?

If you're looking to charge up your devices on a jobsite, Ryobi's 1800-Watt Power Station has you covered, but just how long can you get it to run?

A person checking a calendar on his Android smartphone.

Android By Aman Kumar 4 months ago

Can't Access Your Android's Keyboard? Here's How To Fix It

Android keyboard not appearing? Try these proven fixes—from restarting and cache clears to checking default input settings for a quick solution.

Cars By Ivo Gievski 4 months ago

5 Of The Cheapest New Cars With DSG Transmissions

The DSG transmission may have started as a component on performance cars, but you can find the component in a number much more outwardly modest cars too.

2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R leaning in a corner

Motorcycles By Travis Langness 4 months ago

How Fast Is The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R? A Look At Its Top Speed (With And Without The Limiter)

Like many high-performance bikes, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R has a limited top speed — unless you mod it. Here's how fast it is, with and without the limiter.

Close-up of lithium-ion high-voltage EV batteries on an assembly line

Electric Vehicles By Tom Clark 4 months ago

Where Does Ford Get The Batteries For Its EVs?

Ford has been making moves in the EV market, but with tariff and supply chain concerns mounting, it's fair to ask where the company sources its batteries.

A chinese-built Chengdu JJ-5 on a runway

Aviation By Jonathan H. Kantor 4 months ago

This Is The Oldest Fighter Jet Still Being Used Today

You'd expect that nations would always want to fly the latest fighter jets, but there are some ancient ones out there. This is the oldest one still in use.

Man riding Harley-Davidson on an empty road

Motorcycles By Charles Earley 4 months ago

When Did Harley-Davidson Switch From Carbureted Engines To EFI?

Modern Harley-Davidson powerplants solely employ electronic fuel injection, though carbureted drivetrains still remain the preference of old-head riders.

Using a Freud Finger Joint Bit to create a strong edge-to-edge wood joint.

Tools By Ron King 4 months ago

This Viral Woodworking Finger Joint Bit Can Help You Interlock Pieces Of Wood Like A Pro

If you're a woodworker, you might have seen this viral video of a finger joint router bit. Here's how is works, what it does, and where you can find it.

Classic Cars By Mark Cowley 4 months ago

13 Of The Fastest Cars From The 1970s, Ranked By Horsepower

Discover 13 of the fastest cars from the 1970s ranked by horsepower. From muscle cars to supercars, these classics packed serious power under the hood.

Claw motion performed between ground staff and Air Force pilot.

Aviation By Chris Littlechild 4 months ago

Why Do Fighter Pilots Give The 'Claw' Hand Signal? Here's What It Means

Among the many hand signals that pilots and ground crews flash each other, the claw is pretty distinctive, and it has a very specific use case.

Technology By KR Manalo 4 months ago

The World's Strongest Heavy Lift Helicopter Can Carry A Staggering Amount Of Weight

Helicopters are famous for their ability to move personnel and cargo where airplanes can't, but the world's strongest helicopter can lift an impressive load.

Technology By Daniel Feininger 4 months ago

5 Possible Reasons Why Your Light Switch Is Buzzing (And How To Fix It)

Electrical work often requires calling professionals, but if you've got a buzzing light switch, there are a few things you can do before you get to that step.

Close-up of an iPhone keyboard with the dictation feature disabled

iPhone By Aman Kumar 4 months ago

Sick Of The Voice-To-Text Feature On Your iPhone? Here's How To Turn It Off

The iPhone has a voice-to-text feature, known as Dictation, that can sometimes get in the way. Here's how to disable it if you find it annoying.

Person riding motorcycle along highway hillside

Motorcycles By Jacob Willeford 4 months ago

13 Expensive Motorcycles That Look Cheap

There's more than meets the eye with these 13 motorcycles that all boast luxury features behind a cheap-looking appearance.

Chevrolet CT350 circle track crate engine on black background

Cars By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago

How Much HP Does A GM 602 Crate Engine Have And What Does It Cost?

What's in a name? GM's 602 crate engine may have a big number in the name, but how much power does it actually make, and how much will one set you back?

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