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Mechanic hands checking motor oil level with dipstick in car.

Cars By Corazon Victorino 8 months ago

How Often Should You Change Your Automatic Transmission Fluid?

Maintaining all aspects of your vehicle is crucial to ensure proper performance and reliability. Changing your ATF is an important part of that. But how often?

Technician working in IBM quantum computing lab

Computers and Tablets By Bob Sharp 8 months ago

This Quantum Computer Could Be 20,000 Times Faster Than Anything Before

Quantum computers are getting faster. IBM's Starling computer will be released in 2029 and will be 20,000 times faster than current quantum computers.

An elaborate desktop PC lit with RGB lights

Components By Daniel Trock 8 months ago

Is It Safe To Overclock A GPU? (And What's The Worst Thing That Can Happen If You Do?)

Many PC users, especially gamers, want the best performance from their computer components, leading to many in the community to commonly overclock their GPU.

Electric Vehicles By Mike Garrett 8 months ago

Why Canoo Trucks Will Never See The Light Of Day (And How The EV Startup Failed)

Canoo was set to take the EV world by storm with its uniquely designed pickup truck. Instead, it's yet another failed startup. Where did it all go wrong?

Closeup of tire sidewall showing UTQG treadwear, traction, and temperature ratings

Car Accessories By Stephen Fogel 8 months ago

What Are Tire Treadwear Ratings & Is A Higher Number Better?

You may have seen your treadwear rating on the sidewall of your tires. But what does that number mean? And does a higher number mean better treadwear?

Military By Chris Littlechild 8 months ago

Can US Military Bases Detect Drones?

Drones are becoming more popular in all aspects of life, even in the military. But does a U.S. base have the means to detect or even stop enemy drones?

An Austrian Air Force Agusta Bell AB-212 5D-HS flying on a cloudy day

Technology By Dauglas Denga 8 months ago

What Is Mast Bumping And How Dangerous Is It For Helicopters?

Mast bumping is something that can occur with some types of helicopters. Here's exactly what it is, what causes it, and how dangerous it actually is.

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Artificial Intelligence By Marinel Sigue 8 months ago

How ChatGPT (And Other AI Tools) Can Make Spreadsheets Less Of A Chore

Struggling with spreadsheets? Here’s how AI tools like ChatGPT can help make data work way less painful.

Car Accessories By Chloe Clougher 8 months ago

Why Do People Put Tennis Balls On Tow Ball Hitches?

You might have seen truck owners (even some non-truck owners) stick a tennis ball on top of their tow ball hitch. It serves an important purpose.

A car's brakes assembly with the wheel removed.

Cars By Shane O'Neill 8 months ago

Why Do New Car Brakes Smell Like They're Burning?

Noticed a burning smell from your new car’s brakes? Here’s why it happens, when it’s normal, and when to worry.

Smartphones By Aman Kumar 8 months ago

Group Chats In Google Messages Finally Allow Custom Icons - Here's How To Use Them

Just spotted a custom icon in your group chat? Messages now lets you set unique icons for RCS groups—here’s how to do it!

Entertainment By Mike Shutt 8 months ago

Are 4K Blu-Ray Discs Region Locked?

Physical media is being phased out by most stores, but 4K Blu-ray remains incredibly popular among collectors. Here's how to tell if a disc is region locked.

A man uses a telescoping car mop from harbor freight

Harbor Freight By Diana Croce 8 months ago

5 Handy Telescoping Tools You Can Get At Harbor Freight

Most will agree that hard-to-reach spaces are the bane of a repair or maintenance job. Harbor Freight is around the corner with telescoping tools to help.

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Tool Brands By Patrick Phillips 8 months ago

5 Tool Brands You Might Not Realize Are Owned By Chinese Companies

A surprising number of American-sounding tool brands are owned by China-based companies, including MIlwaukee, Hart, Rockwell Tools and Worx.

Aviation By Bob Sharp 8 months ago

How Many Bombs Can A B-2 Bomber Carry & How Fast Can One Fly?

The U.S. Air Force's B-2 bomber is as iconic as bombers get, but does it deserve its reptuation? How fast can it fly, and how many bombs can it carry?

A close-up of an unidentified diesel engine

Cars By Brian McHugh 8 months ago

What The Knocking Sound Coming From Your Diesel Engine May Be (And If You Can Fix It)

Diesel engines are generally noisy, but there are other noises they make under certain circumstances. What does it mean if a diesel is making a knocking sound?

An Android smartphone with 21.4 GB of junk files.

Android By Aman Kumar 8 months ago

Here's How To Clear Cache Data On Android All At Once

Want to speed up your Android device? Learn how to clear all cache data at once and free up valuable storage space quickly.

Car Accessories By Marc Magrini 8 months ago

5 Of The Best Cheap Car Seat Covers On Amazon, Ranked

Keeping the car interior as fresh as possible for a long time is the mission of every car seat cover. These Amazon options are wallet-friendly.

Power Tools By Cody D. Campbell 8 months ago

Which Woodworking Machine Is Used For Turning And How Does It Work?

Wood-turning lathes are essential for creating any roughly cylindrical wooden object from pens to large table legs, and everything in between.

Naval By Jonathan H. Kantor 8 months ago

How Long Does It Take An Aircraft Carrier To Cross The Atlantic?

Aircraft carriers like the USS Gerald R. Ford rank as some of the largest warships ever. How long does it take such a hulking beast to cross the Atlantic?

Ryobi By Marinel Sigue 8 months ago

Ryobi 18V Edge Vs. 18V HP Batteries: What's The Difference?

These two tiers are considered superior to the basic ONE+ battery, but how exactly are they different, and which will give your tools the best performance?

A Galanz multi-use microwave in a kitchen.

Technology By Shane O'Neill 8 months ago

Are Multi-Purpose Microwaves Worth The Buy? Here's What The Reviews Say

Combination microwave ovens free up kitchen space by combining multiple appliances into one, but some reviews indicate the air fryer function is disappointing.

Technology By Jordan Wirth 8 months ago

10 Ways MacBook's Spotlight Search Can Help Make Your Life A Little Easier

Spotlight on macOS isn't just a search bar. From quick math to file hunts, here are 10 ways it quietly makes your daily workflow smoother and faster.

A duo of classic Porsche 911s with yellow headlights

Cars By Daksh Chaudhary 8 months ago

Why Did French Cars Have Yellow Headlights?

As if they weren't quirky enough already, for the longest time in the 20th century, French cars had yellow headlights. What was the reason behind it?

A Toyota FJ Cruiser parked at owner's meet in the Philippines

SUVs and Crossovers By Rahul Srinivas 8 months ago

Toyota FJ Cruiser: What Does The Acronym Stand For?

Toyota's retro-styled FJ Cruiser has developed quite a cult reputation, but what does its name mean? Here's the story behind the two-letter acronym.

Lori holding Cheekd card on Shark Tank while winking

Technology By Mikael Trench 8 months ago

What Happened To The Cheekd Dating Service App On Shark Tank Season 5?

Created by Lori Cheek, the idea behind Cheekd is simple, but that doesn't mean it was well-received on Shark Tank.

Officer holding a Taser 10 in Sul position

Accessories and Peripherals By Jack Picone 8 months ago

What Does TASER Stand For & In Which US State Is It Illegal To Carry One?

Tasers have become an increasingly popular choice by law enforcement, and can even be owned and used by civilians, but not everywhere.

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