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2018 Jeep Wrangler on rocky surface with doors removed and windshield folded down, close-up view beside left-hand side

SUVs and Crossovers By Madeline Cuccio 6 months ago

Why Do Some Jeeps Have A Fold Down Windshield?

The fold-down windshield is one of the most unique features you'll find on an automobile. Here's how that first came around, and why it has stayed.

Cars By Marc Magrini 6 months ago

10 Of The Fastest Accelerating Cars In The World, Ranked By 0-60 Times

Speed isn’t just about top numbers -- these 10 cars hit 0-60 mph so fast, it almost defies physics. Here's how they rank in raw, real-world acceleration.

A person holding a car intake manifold showing an oil buildup inside

Cars By John Davis 6 months ago

Find Oil In Your Intake Manifold? This May Be What's Going On

If you find oil in your intake manifold, it's not something that should be ignored, but what has caused it isn't always clear. Here the most likely culprits.

Military By Chris Littlechild 6 months ago

What Does Saab Mean And What Kind Of Military Equipment Does It Make?

While most people are probably familiar with Saab as a (now defunct) car brand, the company is prolific in producing military hardware. Here's what it makes.

Technology By Aaron Greenbaum 6 months ago

Cool Things To 3D Print That You've Probably Never Thought To Try

The rise of 3D printing opens up a whole world of possibilities. You can make custom versions of everyday objects, including these useful items.

Motorcycles By Joe Capraro 6 months ago

5 Of The Coolest Motorcycles In Jay Leno's Collection

While he's known for being the host of "The Tonight Show," Jay Leno is also known to have quite the motorcycle collection. Here are five of the coolest ones.

Technology By Adnan Ahmed 6 months ago

The Biggest Mistakes You're Making When Using Adobe Photoshop

Even though you may know how to get things done on Photoshop, a bit of inefficiency is likely built into your process, given its sophisticated nature.

Wearables By Jack Picone 6 months ago

Audeze Brings Its SLAM Technology To Planar Headphones With The New Closed-Back LCD-S20

Audeze is a premium headphone manufacturer and is releasing its newest close-back headphone: the LCD-S20. Here's what you need to know about its features.

Naval By Jonathan H. Kantor 6 months ago

According To The U.S. Navy, This Is The Most Accurate Submarine Movie Ever Made

With so many naval movies having been made, some still end up being quite fictional. There is one movie, though, that many U.S. sailors agree to be accurate.

Cars By Andrew Ekuwem 6 months ago

10 Lexus Models With Terrible Resale Value

Lexus shares an excellent reputation for reliability and luxury, but that doesn't mean its cars don't depreciate. See which ones lose the most value over time.

Technology By Bob Sharp 6 months ago

Can You Get Bed Bugs From Rented Internet Routers? What You Need To Know

There are horror stories about people finding actual bugs inside of electronics, such as bed bugs in equipment rented from an ISP. How likely is it to happen?

A collection of Craftsman Overdrive tools in a toolbox

Tool Brands By Patrick Phillips 6 months ago

What Is Craftsman Overdrive And What Kind Of Tools Does It Include?

If you're a mechanic in need of high-quality hand tools, Craftsman Overdrive may be worth looking into. Here's what the top-notch collection includes.

An air compressor in the foreground with a blurry car in the background.

Tools By Diana Croce 6 months ago

7 Of The Quietest Air Compressors On The Market (And How Much They Cost)

Wondering if an air compressor can be quiet? Here are 7 that won’t wake the neighbors -- plus what they cost and how to compare them by noise and power.

Head-on view of Subaru WRX STI on gravel rally stage

Cars By Stephen Fogel 6 months ago

What Makes The Subaru WRX STI Such A Legendary Rally Car?

While the Subaru WRX STI was available at dealerships for quite some time, it was also tearing it up at rally competitions. Here's what made it so legendary.

Mobile Reviews By Adam Doud 6 months ago

Xiaomi Pad 7 Review: One Of The Best iPad Alternatives With One Annoying Issue

The Xiaomi Pad 7 is a tablet that could very well cause you to reconsider your next iPad purchase -- if it weren't for one unavoidable factor.

Person putting Smart Sock 2 onto a baby's foot

News By Patrick Phillips 6 months ago

Can You Use The Owlet Smart Sock 2 Without The App? (And Has It Been Discontinued?)

The Smart Sock 2 is great for parents who want to monitor their child's heart rate and blood oxygen level, but it looks like the product has changed.

Mobile Reviews By Adam Doud 6 months ago

Google Pixel 9a Review: Simply Great Save One Drab Devolution

The Google Pixel 9a is the latest midrange alternative the brand's top-tier Pixel phones. Usually they're nearly identical - but this time, something's changed.

DeWalt table saws setup for use on a work site

Dewalt By Patrick Phillips 6 months ago

How Heavy Are DeWalt Table Saws? (And Which Model Is Most Portable?)

DeWalt's heavy-duty table saws aren't exactly the smallest tools to lug around, but there are some that are lighter and more portable than others.

TVs and Streaming By Pankil Shah 6 months ago

What Is ACR On Your Smart TV? (And Why You Might Want To Turn It Off)

Your Smart TV has a lot of settings that let it do a lot of things, but you may be alarmed to learn what the ACR setting is. Here's how to turn it off.

Space By Samyak Goswami 6 months ago

How Do Rocket Engines Work?

You've likely watched space shuttles launch using massive rockets, but how exactly do the rockets that are the backbone of space exploration work?

SUVs and Crossovers By Travis Langness 6 months ago

2025 Ford Bronco Sport First Drive: Sasquatch Boosts Off-Road Talent But At A Price

Ford's refreshed Bronco Sport finally gets the Sasquatch package from the full-size Bronco, but does this compact SUV sacrifice too much in the process?

A PC with a glass case and rainbow lighting

Desktops By Brad Hill 6 months ago

How To Ensure You're Buying Compatible Parts When Upgrading Your PC

Building a PC is a rewarding and fulfilling process for many tech enthusiasts and gamers, but it's important to keep tabs on all of your rig's components.

Scaglietti Corvette parked in museum display

Concept Cars By Olivia Richman 6 months ago

What Are Scaglietti Chevrolet Corvettes & Why Were They So Controversial?

Scaglietti Corvettes could've been a match made in heaven, but the execution ended up being an undesirable fusion of poor performance and sunk cost.

Front view of a Daher TBM-960 aircraft parked with flaps extended

Technology By Madeline Cuccio 6 months ago

Do Airplanes Use Transmissions? Turboprop Reduction Gearboxes Explained

Airplanes obviously employ very different engine technology compared to ground vehicles, but some actually do use a form of transmission in flight.

A Michigan State Trooper police vehicle sits parked outside Comerica Park, home of the Detroit Tigers baseball team.

Cars By Eli Shayotovich 6 months ago

Why Do Michigan State Police Cars Have A Single Red Light On The Roof?

If you've ever been in Michigan, you may have noticed its police cars have an unusual light design compared to modern vehicles. Here's why.

Cars By Nate Williams 6 months ago

5 Motor Oil Brands That Are Manufactured In America

It's surprisingly easy to stick to motor oil options that are manufactured in the United States. Plenty of reputable brands you already know fit the bill.

Computing Reviews By Adam Doud 6 months ago

Asus ROG Flow Z13 Review (2025): Why I Like It But Can't Quite Recommend It

The Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2025) is a gaming laptop (with a detachable keyboard and stylus) with an enticing value proposition -- but is it too heavy?

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