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Space By Erynn Ruiz 7 months ago

13 Of The Fastest Human-Made Objects To Ever Enter Space

From solar probes to deep space missions, these record-breaking human-made objects reached speeds that make bullets and jets look slow by comparison.

An automatic shift selector in a car's interior

Trucks By Philip Kambutu 7 months ago

Does Towing Damage An Automatic Transmission?

Many automatic transmission vehicles are rated for towing, depending on the model, but there are some considerations you'll need to make when towing equipment.

Laptops By Chris Littlechild 7 months ago

Why Are Students Pushing Pencil Lead Into Chromebooks?

What is causing students across the country to shove metallic items into their Chromebooks, and what are the potential consequences? Here's what we know.

Components By Monica J. White 7 months ago

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Vs. AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT: How Do They Compare?

GPU decisions never get easier, as technology is always getting better. But how does NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5070 Ti stand up to AMD's Radeon RX 9070 XT?

Character from Destiny 2's Forsaken expansion

Gaming By Nathan P. Gibson 7 months ago

12 Best Free PS5 Games You Can Download Right Now

The gaming industry may be dominated by the premium, pay-to-play model, but these are the 12 best free PS5 games you can download right now.

Artificial Intelligence By Aaron Greenbaum 7 months ago

The Creepiest Things ChatGPT Has Ever Said

Developed by OpenAI, ChatGPT is capable of responding to virtually any prompt in a semi-natural way. These are the creepiest things ChatGPT has ever said.

four men weating fedoras looking under the hood of an old green car

Classic Cars By Joseph Pallante 7 months ago

10 Classic Car Features That Are Probably Gone Forever

Classic cars featured all sorts of analog niceties and design flourishes that fell by the wayside. Here are some we loved, and probably won't ever see again.

Naval By Dauglas Denga 7 months ago

This Is The Top Speed Of The Fastest Boat You Can Actually Buy

If you want to experience the feeling of naval freedom that only a speed boat can give you, there's one you can buy today that is unmatched.

A Mack Pioneer Semi-truck powered by the MP13 diesel engine.

Trucks By Ron King 7 months ago

What Engines Do Mack Trucks Use?

Mack Trucks are all over the roads and you might be wondering what powers them under the hood. There are a number of engines, and we have all the specs for you.

Motorcycles By Michael Bruton 7 months ago

10 Of The Most Popular Motorcycle Jackets Under $500

Motorcycle gear can get expensive, but it's hard to argue with high pricing when safety is on the line. Here are 10 jackets you can find for less than $500.

Tools By Diana Croce 7 months ago

6 Tool Box Brands That Are Manufactured In America

Finding truly American-made tool boxes isn't easy. These six brands cut through the noise with at least some products actually built in the USA.

Classic Cars By Patrick Phillips 7 months ago

How Many Cars Does Jay Leno Actually Have In His Collection?

Jay Leno isn't just a former "Tonight Show" host. He's also a noted car collector and the host of "Jay Leno's Garage." How many cars are in his collection?

Computers and Tablets By Max Miller 7 months ago

EATX Vs ATX Motherboards: What's The Difference?

Confused between EATX and ATX motherboards? Learn the key differences in size, features, and compatibility to choose the right one for your build.

A World War II-era bomb with a propeller on the front.

Military By Daniel Trock 7 months ago

Why Did Some WW2 Bombs Have Propellers? Here's What They Were For

Some World War II bombs had tiny propellers on the front or both front and back. Could these really steer the bomb? If not, why were they there?

Cars By Mark Cowley 7 months ago

5 Of The Worst-Looking F1 Cars Ever Designed

Some of the innovation in Formula 1 has found its way to production cars. Other designs weren't so inspiring; here are some of the worst-looking F1 cars ever.

Cars By Joe Hindy 7 months ago

10 Things You Should Know Before Buying A Mazda CX-5 (New Or Used)

The Mazda CX-5 has a loyal fan base and this is what you should know if you're thinking about driving one.

Man handing over a Volkswagen smart key to a woman

Car Accessories By Chloe Clougher 7 months ago

How To Start Your Car If The Smart Key Battery Dies

If you have a newer car, you may have a battery-powered smart key with a lot of really convenient features. But what do you do if that battery dies?

Harbor Freight By Daniel Trock 7 months ago

How Much Does The Electric Harbor Freight Lawn Mower Cost & What Are Some Of Its Features?

If you're looking for a Harbor Freight lawn mower, then the electric self-propelled model it offers will suit you just fine, but it won't be cheap.

Desktops By Max Miller 7 months ago

What Does AIO Stand For? The Meaning Behind The Abbreviation Explained

If you're shopping for desktop PCs, you might come across the acronym "AIO," possibly in more than one context. What do the letters stand for?

Cars By Mikael Trench 7 months ago

Why Do Some Tires Have White Letters?

There are a few different options for where the rubber meets the road. Some of those tire options sport white lettering on the black background. Here's why.

Technology By Shane O'Neill 7 months ago

How Are Offshore Oil Rigs Built?

If you've ever seen an offshore drilling rig, you know they're absolutely massive. But are these huge rigs, which are essential for oil production, built?

Naval By Chris Littlechild 7 months ago

What Happens To All The Poop On A Cruise Ship?

Cruise ships embark on voyages that can last multiple days and carry thousands of people, who what happens to all the waste on board? Here's what we know.

A red Jeep Wrangler Rubicon parked on a dirt path.

SUVs and Crossovers By Dave Goldberg 7 months ago

Is There A Cheaper Body-On-Frame SUV Alternative To The Jeep Wrangler?

If you want a body-on-frame SUV rather than one with unibody construction, Jeep Wranglers offer attractive prices. Is there a cheaper alternative?

Close up of a dusty Mercedes-Benz 300 SL badge

Classic Cars By Anthoni Oisin 7 months ago

This Is The Most Expensive Junk Car Ever Sold At Auction

Rudi Klein's junkyard auction brought in some huge interest and plenty of dollars spent, yielding impressive auction results and several rare car sales.