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Aviation By Nate Williams 7 months ago

Are Helicopters Powered By Jet Engines?

Despite being completely different types of aircrafts, it's common to wonder if helicopters are powered by jet engines similar to those on airplanes.

Front 3/4 view of 1964 Volkswagen Beetle

Cars By Stephen Fogel 7 months ago

How Long Can A Volkswagen Beetle Float On Water?

The old-school VW Beetles from the 70s and 80s were built so tough that they could float on water. If you were wondering how long, here's what we know.

Red Smart Roadster Coupe parked on street

Cars By Mike Garrett 7 months ago

The Smart Roadster: Is This Little Car Available In The US?

The Smart Roadster is a small European sports car that's popular overseas. Is it possible for American buyers to get their hands on this fun, kart-like machine?

A cloud of car exhaust releasing from behind a compact

Cars By Sara Wines 7 months ago

How To Measure Exhaust Back Pressure (And What Should The PSI Be?)

Measuring your Exhaust Back Pressure can help diagnose and pinpoint the source of issues like backfires, erratic engine behavior, or otherwise jerky driving.

Cars By Jack O'Neill 7 months ago

Every Small SUV With Third-Row Seating You Can Buy Today

Third row seating in any vehicle should be considered a premium, but if you're in the market for a compact SUV that maximizes capacity, refer to this list.

Military By Samyak Goswami 7 months ago

The Worst Military Equipment Of World War II

World War II saw some truly amazing innovations and some truly amazing feats of engineering. What about the equipment that didn't fare so well?

Cars By Patrick Phillips 7 months ago

Who Makes GT Radial Tires And Where Are They Built?

GT Radial Tires manufacture tires that car enthusiasts love, but does the company manufacture its tires in the United States or Internationally?

White 1990 Lexus LS400 parked with company representatives

Cars By Mike Garrett 7 months ago

How Lexus' First Ever Recall Cemented Its Name As A Luxury Carmaker

Lexus has grown into the global luxury automaker known for its reliability, but at its inception, an aggressive recall actually helped in the long run.

A USB to Ethernet adapter connected to a laptop

Technology By Adnan Ahmed 7 months ago

Do USB To Ethernet Adapters Work Well? Here's What Users Have To Say

Do USB to Ethernet adapters work well? It may be worth considering if you are a gamer or you need a stronger connection. Here's what you need to know.

A MacBook with Google Lens running on it

Technology By Sumukh Rao 7 months ago

10 Creative Uses For Google Lens On Your Laptop

Google Lens on your laptop goes beyond the usual. Identify objects, translate text, reverse search images and try out 10 surprisingly smart uses.

Hand Tools By Jack Picone 7 months ago

What's Included In The Craftsman Overdrive 284-Piece Mechanics Tool Set?

The Craftsman Overdrive 284-piece set includes sockets, ratchets, and wrenches in a wide range of sizes. Let's take a closer look.

Classic Cars By Travis Langness 7 months ago

5 Of The Highest Horsepower Sports Cars Of The 1980s

While they aren't like the supercars cruising the streets today, the 1980s produced some mean machines. Here are the ones with the highest horsepower.

A ramp agent guides an airplane at an airport

Aviation By Daniel Trock 7 months ago

Can A Person Get Sucked Into A Jet Engine? Here's What You Need To Know

The turbine engines on an airplane create very powerful suction in order to propel the airplane, but is that enough to pull in a human? Here's what we know.

The MSC World Europa, one of the largest cruise ships in the world, docked at a port in Italy.

Technology By Rahul Srinivas 7 months ago

Who Owns MSC Cruise Ships And How Many Are In Its Fleet?

MSC operates giant cruise ships that operate on five continents, in addition to its sprawling cargo trade. Who owns the line, and how many ships does it have?

Automotive Reviews By Chris Davies 7 months ago

2025 Genesis GV60 Review: Luxury Electric Crossover Feels The Heat From New Competition

The 2025 Genesis GV60 delivers a luxury SUV with distinctive charm and impressive performance, but competition in the high-end EV space is heating up.

Tools By Syeda Laiba Alam 7 months ago

11 GearWrench Tools And Products Every Mechanic Will Want

There are plenty of choices out there when it comes to tools. GearWrench has a wide array of choices for just about any job, and its products are a click away.

Close up 18 volt recharge Li-ion battery for electric cordless tool

Technology By Tom Clark 7 months ago

What's The Safest Way To Store Lithium-Ion Tool Batteries To Prevent Fires?

Lithium-ion batteries power a lot of tech today, from laptops and cellphones to common power tools. But if stored improperly, they're a massive fire risk.

Chinook helicopter picks troops up from a boat

Aviation By Zohaib Ahmed 7 months ago

Which Militaries Use Chinook Helicopters & Are New Ones Still Being Made?

The CH-47 Chinook has been in use by the U.S. Army since the Vietnam War, which was around 60 years ago. Does it still make the grade as a military workhorse?

Front fork of a motorcycle sporting a normal motorcycle tire

Motorcycles By Patrick Phillips 7 months ago

Can You Put Car Tires On A Motorcycle?

A new trend sees motorcycle enthusiasts breaking tradition to put car tires on their motorcycles, but is there any actual benefit to doing so?

2007 dodge ram parked on the side of the road

Trucks By Tauseef Zia 7 months ago

When Did Cummins Start Using EGR?

The Cummins engine is well-known due to its power and reliability, but when did it start using an EGR? Here's what it is and what exactly it does.

Computer operators program ENIAC, the first electronic digital computer, by plugging and unplugging cables and adjusting switches.

Artificial Intelligence By Emma Street 7 months ago

What Is Vibe Coding & Can Anyone Do It?

Vibe coding is a relatively new term that not many outside of the tech world are familiar with, but it could be an accessible way for some to enter that world.

Front 3/4 shot of a red 2022 Toyota GR86 in studio with moody lighting.

Cars By Casey Cooper 7 months ago

These Are The Most Reliable Years For A Used Toyota GR86

While the Toyota GR86 was introduced to the United States in 2022, there are some model years you should avoid. Here are the most reliable to consider.

Technicians apply a stylized black-and-white camouflaging vinyl wrap to a Series 3 BMW prototype vehicle

Cars By Mark Roy 7 months ago

Why Do Auto Brands Camouflage Unreleased Cars?

If you have ever been lucky enough to see a prototype car in the wild, it was probably covered in a weird looking wrap. Here's why automakers do that.

Technology By Samyak Goswami 7 months ago

Rags To Riches: This Popular Cruise Ship Was Once A Fading Ocean Liner

When air travel became the primary way for people to cross the ocean, one ocean liner got a rehabilitation that would change the cruise industry.

Trucks By Mikael Trench 7 months ago

Do Pickup Trucks Need To Stop At Weigh Stations? What You Need To Know

If you're riding along in your pickup truck and you come to a weigh station, do you need to get checked? Here's everything you need to know.

Technology By Lynnae Williams 7 months ago

What Does The 'MSC' In MSC Cruises Stand For?

From a single container ship bought in 1970, the Mediterranean Shipping Company now operates cruise ships to hundreds of destinations around the world.

Cars By Tauseef Zia 7 months ago

Do You Need Stainless Steel Brake Lines If You Take Your Car Racing?

If you are a person who has a car to race, should you consider getting stainless steel brakes? Here's everything you need to know about making this modification.

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