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Harbor Freight Foam Cannon used on garage door

Harbor Freight By Quina Baterna 5 months ago

Is Harbor Freight's Foam Cannon Any Good? Here's What Users Are Saying

If you're trying to soap up something very big and do it very fast, a foam cannon is the way to go, but what do users think of the Harbor Freight foam cannon?

A black triangle sticker right above the window seat in a plane

Aviation By Daksh Chaudhary 5 months ago

What Are The Triangle Symbols Above Airplane Windows For?

Many planes have small, black triangles above certain windows. They're not decorative -- they play a part in keeping you and the plane safe.

Black Wi-Fi router on the living room table

Accessories and Peripherals By Marinel Sigue 5 months ago

Can You Run A Router And A Modem With A Power Bank In An Emergency?

Worried about losing your Internet connection in a power outage? You may be tempted to run your modem and router off the power bank you bought for your phone.

Technology By Abdul Haddi 5 months ago

10 Settings You Should Immediately Change On Your LG TV

The day you bring your new LG TV home is an exciting one, but don't forget that there are a lot of settings you should change from their default.

Front 3/4 view of Mazda RX-Vision concept car

Concept Cars By Stephen Fogel 5 months ago

What Is Mazda's Kodo Design Language And How Did It Shape A Generation Of Timeless Cars?

Mazda’s Kodo design language aims to use simplicity to create cars with soul. The philosophy inspired the Kai and RX-Vision, but what actually is Kodo?

Car Accessories By Zohaib Ahmed 5 months ago

What Is An Off-Road Hi-Lift Jack & How Do You Use One?

The Off-Road Hi-Lift Jack is an iconic design that has been around for decades, but using one can still be confusing. Here's how they work.

Aviation By Tom Clark 5 months ago

What's So Special About The Firehawk Helicopter?

The Firehawk is a firefighting helicopter modified from the military Black Hawk utility helicopter and can handle most of what firefighters need in an emergency

Ryobi Hobby Station sitting on work bench

Ryobi By Cody D. Campbell 5 months ago

Which Tools Are Compatible With Ryobi's Hobby Station?

The Ryobi Hobby Station is a great option if you want to use your existing Ryobi tools for bigger tasks, but exactly what tools can you use with it?

Tools By Daniel Feininger 5 months ago

13 Of The Worst Mistakes You Can Make When Doing Electrical Work

Electrical work is a handy DIY skill to have, but also a dangerous one if you don't mind your p's and q's. Avoid making these 13 mistakes.

SodaStream Terra with CO2 canister and drink

Technology By Mark Cowley 5 months ago

Is Ninja Thirsti CO2 Compatible With SodaStream? (And Vice Versa?)

If you've got a SodaStream or Ninja Thirsti, you might be wondering if the CO2 canisters are compatible between the two brands. Here's all you need to know.

A white Toyota 4Runner on a twisty mountain road, front 3/4 view

SUVs and Crossovers By Tauseef Zia 5 months ago

Is The Toyota 4Runner Unibody Or Body-On-Frame? (And Does It Really Matter?)

Most modern cars nowadays use an unibody construction, whereas pickups and off-roaders use body-on-frame. Which one does the Toyota 4Runner use? Does it matter?

Side view of helicopter cockpit showing controls

Technology By KR Manalo 5 months ago

Why Helicopters Have 2 Control Sticks (But Airplanes Only Have One)

Ever wondered why helicopters have two control sticks while airplanes usually have one? Learn how helicopter controls work and why they’re different.

Stihl AL 301 charger charging AP 300 S battery with other Stihl battery in the background

Power Tools By Marinel Sigue 5 months ago

How Long Does It Take To Charge A Stihl Battery?

There's nothing more frustrating than having to stop work due to a drained battery. Here's how long you'll have to wait for a STIHL battery to recharge.

Land Rover Defender 130 Outbound on a dirt road

SUVs and Crossovers By Mark Cowley 5 months ago

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

Whether you want a new Defender or a used example that's already seen its fair share of muddy trails, here's what to know before you head to a dealership.

Car Accessories By Zohaib Ahmed 5 months ago

Here's How To Safely Brake While Towing (With And Without Trailer Brakes)

Braking while towing a loaded trailer isn’t like braking when driving normally. Learn how to do it safely, whether your trailer has its own brakes or not.

Cars By Dave McQuilling 5 months ago

Rules To Follow When Driving A Lamborghini

Lamborghini owners are a select group of dedicated petrolheads -- and the privileges of owning a Lambo come with serious responsibility.

2006 Chevrolet Impala SS LS4 V8 engine with a black cover

Cars By Dauglas Denga 5 months ago

How Much HP Does The LS4 V8 Have & Who Makes The Engine?

There are plenty of high-powered, performance-oriented LS engines out there. But what about the LS4? How powerful is that particular iteration?

In a well-lit garage, a mechanic in gloves connects jumper cables to a car battery, checking for power issues and preparing for a battery boost to get the vehicle running.

Cars By Corazon Victorino 5 months ago

Do You Need A New Car Battery, Or Just A Jump? Here's An Easy Way To Tell

Car batteries last for a few years, and they'll make it clear when you need a new one. How can you tell if it's time for a replacement, or just a jump?

Tools By Quina Baterna 5 months ago

How Many Acres Can The Robotic Yarbo Mower Pro Mow On A Single Charge?

Looking for a robot mower to take over the yard work? Yarbo offers a popular robotic lawn mower, but its charge may not be enough for bigger yards.

Car Accessories By Andrew Ekuwem 5 months ago

The Real Difference Between Ceramic And Semi-Metallic Brake Pads

Ceramic and semi-metallic brake pads differ in cost, performance, noise, and durability. Here’s how to pick the right one for your driving style.

Micro shot of gold fiber strands in the thousands stretching out into the distance

Technology By Joseph Chidi 5 months ago

Japan Has The World Record For Internet Speed - Here's How Fast It Really Is

Home internet speeds are nothing compared to what researchers in Japan have achieved, who had previously broken internet speed records in 2021.

A close-up of Audi's 2.5-liter TFSI inline five-cylinder

Cars By Brian McHugh 5 months ago

What Does TFSI Stand For, And How Does The Audi Engine Tech Work?

One of the defining features Audi engines is TFSI, featured in numerous Audi models for over 20 years. What does TFSI stand for? How does it work?

A close-up of a car tire on an off-roading route

Cars By Daksh Chaudhary 5 months ago

What Are Mud-Terrain Tires, And Can You Use Them On The Highway?

If you want the absolute best overlanding and off-roading abilities, you want mud-terrain tires, or M/T tires. What are they? Can you use them on the highway?

Electric Vehicles By Stephen Fogel 5 months ago

Why China Is Far Ahead Of The US In Terms Of EVs And Charging Infrastructure

China's EV industry is way ahead of that in the U.S. with EVs representing around half of all new vehicle sales in China. How did the U.S. get left behind?

Technology By Jordan Wirth 5 months ago

How To Reduce Lag In Cloud Gaming Without Upgrading Your Internet

Tired of cloud gaming lag? Learn simple fixes that don’t require upgrading your internet, from better Wi-Fi setups to smarter device settings.

Gaming By Olivia Richman 5 months ago

Which Gaming Handheld Offers The Longest Battery Life?

Tired of recharging mid-game? Here’s which handheld console lasts the longest and keeps the fun going.

Front 3/4 shot of Vodoo Blue 2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro parked in a driveway in snowy conditions.

SUVs and Crossovers By Casey Cooper 5 months ago

What Year Was The Voodoo Blue 4Runner Sold? (And Which US State Got Them One More Year?)

Every year, the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro gets a new exclusive color, like Voodoo Blue. What year was it actually sold in? Which state got it for another year?

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