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Antique hit-and-miss engine on display at fair

Technology By Daniel Trock 10 months ago

What Were Hit-And-Miss Engines Used For And How Do They Work?

Hit-And-Miss engines date back to a time when the design of the internal combustion engine was still very much a work in progress. Here's how they worked.

Antique Harley-Davidson with retro engine design

Motorcycles By Daniel Meagher 10 months ago

5 Of The Most Reliable Harley-Davidson Engines Ever Built (According To Owners)

Among the American motorcycle manufacturer's storied lineup, these engines have helped power Harley-Davidson's best bikes across thousands of miles.

Cars By Ron King 10 months ago

3 Affordable Ford Engines That Deliver Impressive Power With Mods

With leg work, some imagination, and a few modifications, you could have an affordable Ford engine that delivers impressive power.

Trucks By Patrick Phillips 10 months ago

Where Does Ford Build F-150 Trucks?

The Ford F-150 is one of the best-selling trucks in America, so you might be wondering where they are made. We'll tell you where, and how to tell.

Cars By C. Gordon 10 months ago

How Long Does It Take For An Engine To Cool Down?

Even under normal circumstances in which a car's cooling system is functioning effectively, it's good to wait for its temperature to drop before doing repairs.

Makita LXT 10-piece Woodworking Combo Kit

Makita By Jack Picone 10 months ago

Every Tool Included In The Makita LXT Woodworking Combo Kit

Makita's 10-piece LXT Woodworking Combo Kit can tackle wide range of other woodworking tasks, both large and small.

Motorcycles By Cody D. Campbell 10 months ago

Which Kawasaki Motorcycles Have A Quick Shifter And How Does It Work?

Kawasaki is known for a feature called the Quick Shifter that can help you get up to speed faster. Here's how it works, and which bikes have one.

Electric Vehicles By Joe Capraro 10 months ago

Can A Chevy Bolt Charge At A Tesla Supercharger?

The Chevrolet Bolt was resurrected after being shortly discontinued, but the question remains whether old Chevy Bolts can use a Telsa Supercharger.

Motorcycles By Eli Becht 10 months ago

5 Of The Best Highway Foot Pegs For Your Harley-Davidson, According To Riders

When you consider upgrades you can do for your bike, most go for more horsepower. But footpegs can increase comfort and make longer rides easier.

PlayStation 4 console and DualShock controller

Gaming By Max Miller 10 months ago

5 Of The Best Uses For An Old PS4

The PS4 is in the twilight of its life, gradually being replaced by the PS5 on a wider scale. However, the PS4's usefulness doesn't end with games.

Trucks By Rahul Srinivas 10 months ago

2025 GMC Terrain Taps Truck Style But It's The Inside That's Special

For 2025 and beyond, the 2025 GMC Terrain gets a facelift, but more importantly, receives updated internals, standard safety equipment, and a new info screen.

HMD Skyline in neon pink against a tree.

Android By Steve Smith 10 months ago

HMD Skyline Review: This Android Phone Supports Your Right To Repair

HMD Skyline is a new Android device from the folks that usually deliver Nokia -- this time they're ready to roll with a smartphone that's easy to DIY repair.

Cars By John Davis 10 months ago

6 Modern Cars That Come With Round Headlights

Although round headlights were the most prevalent kind before the mid-1980s, they've since gone out of vogue. Here are 6 modern cars that still have them.

Aviation By Michael Bruton 10 months ago

Aircraft Carriers In The 1860s? The Civil War Saga Of The Steamboat Fanny

The American Civil War saw the formation of the Balloon Corps for Federal Army, and it wasn't long until this newly formed division took to the sea.

Motorcycles By Patrick Phillips 10 months ago

What Year Did Kawasaki Stop Making The Vulcan 2000 And What Was Its Top Speed?

While Kawasaki isn't the first to come to mind when it comes to cruiser bikes, it used to build one of the fastest and most comfortable cruisers ever.

Cars By Ron King 10 months ago

5 Legendary Pontiac Models From The 1960s (And How Much They're Worth Today)

Pontiac may have many legendary cars in its repertoire, but some models from the 1960s stand above the rest, including their current value.

Cars By Azzief Khaliq 10 months ago

Every Ford Model Built With The 1.5L EcoBoost I-4 Engine

The 1.5-liter Ford EcoBoost inline-four engine may not exactly be loved, but it found its way into a handful of interesting cars throughout the 2010s.

Viking and Mule off-road vehicles side by side

Cars By Shane Schmid 10 months ago

Yamaha Viking Vs. Kawasaki Mule: What's The Difference Between These Side-X-Sides?

Between two side-by-sides, these utility vehicles from Yamaha and Kawasaki serve distinct purposes depending on what kind of driving you need it to do.

Aviation By C. Gordon 10 months ago

How Much Does An Aircraft Carrier Really Cost? Here's What We Know

Modern aircraft carriers cost billions of dollars to develop and produce, but how much exactly is it costing the U.S. taxpayers? We take a look at the figures.

Laptops By Erynn Ruiz 10 months ago

10 Reasons You Shouldn't Buy A Google Chromebook

Buying a Chromebook might seem like an affordable productivity decision, but it's not always such an easy move. There are all sorts of reasons to think twice.

roll of 120 medium format film on white background

Cameras By Jowi Morales 10 months ago

What Is Medium Format Film And When Is It Better Than 35mm?

Medium format film photography and 35mm have been around for a long time. We focus in on their differences and when it’s better to use medium format.

Milwaukee By Shane O'Neill 10 months ago

How Long Is The Warranty On Milwaukee Power Tools?

Milwaukee knows there's a chance that some tools can break and its warranties can help address that.

Cars By Ron King 10 months ago

Which Pontiac Models Were Supercharged, And How Much Horsepower Did They Produce?

Pontiac used to build excitement, and sometimes it did so with superchargers. Here are all the cars Pontiac made with superchargers and how powerful they were.

Technology By Mike Bedard 10 months ago

10 Hidden Features You Might Not Know About On Slack

Slack is an incredibly robust messaging and collaboration tool, but some of it's best features are hidden just below the surface. Here are a few to try.