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Rows and rows of in-flight entertainment screens are seen on an Emirates plane.

Aviation By Zohaib Ahmed 7 months ago

Which Airline Has The Largest Seatback TV Screens?

As inflight entertainment has evolved, seatback TV screens have grown into entertainment centers. Which airline boasts the biggest seatback screens of all?

Cars By Mark Cowley 7 months ago

12 Short-Lived Cars We Wish Were Still Around

Not every car gets the long production run that enthusiasts think it deserves. Here are a few that only lasted for a few years and the odds on them coming back.

A completed subwoofer enclosure ready for speaker installation.

Audio By Ron King 7 months ago

DIY Subwoofer Enclosure: Everything You'll Need To Build Your Own

If you want to save some money and build your own DIY subwoofer cabinet, it's not hard to do. Here are all the steps you'll need to take to build your own.

Electric Vehicles By Stephen Fogel 7 months ago

5 Of The Fastest Hybrids You Can Buy For Daily Driving, Ranked By Top Speed

Hybrid cars aren't typically known for their speed, but there are more than a few automakers that make some with speed prioritized from the beginning.

Blue LEDs lighting up trees in a nighttime street

Technology By Bob Sharp 7 months ago

What Made The Creation Of Blue LED Lights So Special?

LED lights are one of the most common type of lights in our lives now, but the creation of specifically blue LEDs proved to be incredibly important.

Components By Adnan Ahmed 7 months ago

The Best AMD Graphics Card For Gaming In 2025 (According To Users)

AMD is NVIDIA's biggest rival with a large number of graphics cards on the market. All the different specs and benchmarks make it hard to find the best one.

Cars By Philip Kambutu 7 months ago

Cheap Vs. Expensive Spark Plugs: Does Price Make A Difference?

Spark plugs come in a variety of types, each with their own respective capabilities and lifespan, so it's important to know the difference when buying new ones.

Technology By Erynn Ruiz 7 months ago

11 Legitimate Ways To Make Money With Raspberry Pi Tech (That Aren't Scams)

it's not easy or simple to make money with Raspberry Pi tech, but these are some of the best ways to do it.

Person holding LG TV remote with colored bottoms near the bottom

TVs and Streaming By Lynnae Williams 7 months ago

What Are The Colored Buttons On An LG TV Remote?

Wondering what the colored buttons on your LG TV remote do? Learn what each one controls and how to make the most of their shortcuts.

Formula One cars lined up in pit lane in rain with red rear lights lit

Cars By Madeline Cuccio 7 months ago

What Is The Red Flashing Light At The Back Of An F1 Car For?

Formula One cars are multi-million dollar machines with lots of advanced technology, but what does the red flashing light on an F1 car mean?

Technology By Lynnae Williams 7 months ago

Do You Need A Passport To Fly Via Private Jet?

You may already know that those who fly on private planes don't have to go through typical airport security, but does that also mean they don't need a passport?

Trucks By Mark Cowley 7 months ago

What Is The Average MPG Of A Semi And How Far Can They Go On One Full Tank?

Semi trucks are seen all across the highways, traveling long distances to deliver their cargo. It easily makes one wonder how far they can drive on a full tank.

Power Tools By Patrick Phillips 7 months ago

How Long Do Stihl Battery Chainsaws Last?

A battery-powered chainsaw, like this popular model by Stihl, can be incredibly useful for lawn maintenance, but how long will the battery last?

Person connecting to Wi-Fi on an airplane

Technology By Lynnae Williams 7 months ago

Yes, American Airlines Will Offer Free Wi-Fi, But There's A Catch

Free wi-fi can make a flight a much more enjoyable experience, but not every flight offers it. American Airlines has it as an option, but there's a catch.

Anti-static attached to a vintage blue car.

Cars By Aman Kumar 7 months ago

Why Did Old Cars Have Rubber Strips Hanging From The Back? Here's What They Were For

You may remember seeing long strips hanging from the back bumper of old-school automobiles, but what did these rubber tags actually do for cars?

Hand holding usb flash drive with connecting to laptop at wooden table

Components By Tom Clark 7 months ago

Why Your USB Flash Drive Gets So Hot (And Is It Normal?)

USB flash drives are used by the majority of people operating a computer, but they all heat up, sometimes to unbearable temperatures. Is this normal?

The blast from the Baker nuclear bomb test during Operation Crossroads at Bikini Atoll on July 25, 1946, showing naval warships impacted by the explosion.

Naval By Eli Shayotovich 7 months ago

Why Did The US Navy Drop A Nuclear Bomb On Its Own Ships?

Nuclear bombs are devastating weapons that are commonly known to have only been used once, but America has dropped multiple and once on their own ships

Aviation By Chris Littlechild 7 months ago

B-2 Bomber Interior: Does The Stealth Jet Actually Have A Toilet?

The B2 bomber is capable of long-range strategic strikes, but getting to and from the battlefield takes time, so how do the pilots relieve themselves?

A mechanic uses a flashlight to inspect the suspension on the underside of a car.

Cars By Mark Roy 7 months ago

Can You Use A Sealant To Help Your Car's Suspension Last Longer?

Adding a rubber sealant to things like CV boots can help preserve suspension parts in the long run, but they should only be used as a preventative measure.

Cars By Stephen Fogel 7 months ago

Who Founded Cummins And What Made His Engines So Different?

Cummins makes some of the best engines, especially for trucking, so it's reasonable to wonder who founded the company and why the engines are so different.

Naval By Olivia Richman 7 months ago

Why Do Tugboats Sit So Low In The Water?

Tugboats are shockingly effective little watercrafts because of their carefully thought-out designs. This includes having them sit so low in the water.

A Lafarge cement truck whose rear holds a raised tag axle, which is a bar that holds two wheels, with tires attached.

Trucks By Daniel Trock 7 months ago

Why Do Some Cement Trucks Have Extra Wheels At The Top?

What's the deal with the extra wheels at the top of some cement trucks? Are they spares? Are they just for decoration? Or is there some other answer?

An icebreaker operating in a frozen sea.

Naval By Bob Sharp 7 months ago

What Is An Icebreaker And What Makes It Different From Other Ships?

Ships that can cut through the ice are ever more valuable as the world warms and commerce turns north. But just how does an icebreaker differ from other ships?

Cars By Casey Cooper 7 months ago

How To Find The Right Battery Size For Your Car (And Why It Matters)

A car's battery performs a variety of essential functions, and it's of the utmost importance to make sure you're using the right size battery for you car.