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Front 3/4 shot of a dark blue 2025 Honda Rebel 1100 in studio

Motorcycles By Casey Cooper 10 months ago

Is The Honda Rebel 1100 Fast? What Riders Need To Know

Despite its large displacement engine, Honda's Rebel 1100 is electronically limited to 100mph, meaning it's unlikely to be considered fast by riders.

MiG-31K attack aircraft of the Russian Air Force

Aviation By Tom Clark 10 months ago

How Many MiG-31 Does Russia Have?

The MiG-31 is a fearsome airborne military machine, but how many does Russia have available at its disposal and does that account for recent conflicts?

Cars By Humphrey Bwayo 10 months ago

How To Know Which Cylinder Is Number 1 On Your Car's Engine

Knowing where cylinder number 1 is on an engine can come in handy, especially if you're keen on DIY maintenance. Here's how to figure it out.

Warrior 4V Cordless Power Cutter cutting clamshell package

Harbor Freight By Jack Picone 10 months ago

Is Harbor Freight's Warrior 4V Power Cutter Any Good? Here's What Reviews Say

Harbor Freight has plenty of tools that are worth considering, but can the same be said about its 4V Power Cutter? Customers have a lot to say about the item.

United Kingdom Tornado fighter jet wings fully deployed

Aviation By KR Manalo 10 months ago

What Are 'Swing Wing' Fighter Jets And Are They Still Made Today?

Most fighter jets have fixed wings, meaning they don't move. A notable feature developed for some fighter jets was the swing-wing, a design seen on the F-14.

A hand holding a smartphone playing Pokemon Go in front of some gray stone steps. On the screen is an image of the same steps with a Pokemon in the center.

Gaming By Emma Street 10 months ago

Pokémon Go Players Helped Train An AI Without Even Realizing It

Pokemon Go is an app loved by millions, but players felt betrayed when Niantic used them to train a new spatial AI it's developing for another app.

Intel graphics card with RGB lights, attached to a motherboard

Components By Monica J. White 10 months ago

Are Intel GPUs As Good As Nvidia And AMD? Here's What Users Have To Say

Intel GPUs rarely get as much discussion or praise compared to their Nvidia or AMD counterparts, but are these graphics cards worth the investment?

Lycoming o-320 engine exposed in nose of airplane

Technology By Dauglas Denga 10 months ago

This Powerful Airplane Engine Has Been Around For Over 70 Years & Is Still Used Today

Many aerospace companies utilize newer engines to power their aircraft, but one has stood the test of time so well that airplanes continue to use it.

Cars By Mark Cowley 10 months ago

Why Did Los Angeles Ban (And Then Unban) Lowrider Cruising?

Lowrider culture and the state of California haven't always seen eye to eye — here's why the state banned it, and why it later reversed that decision.

Ryobi By Patrick Phillips 10 months ago

Are Ryobi Augers Any Good? Here's What The Reviews Say

Ryobi is one of the more popular names in power tools, including its line-up of augers, but what do owners think of the Ryobi-branded augers?

DisplayPort cable being connected to a compatible port on a Television

Audio By Nachiket Mhatre 10 months ago

Does DisplayPort Transmit Audio? What You Need To Know About The Interface

DisplayPort may be your first choice for connecting game consoles or displays, but can it also take care of audio? Here's how you can use the connection.

Camouflage color Humvee with TOW missile system

Military By KR Manalo 10 months ago

What Are TOW Missiles And When Are They Used?

The TOW missile has been in America's armed forces service for over 50 years and remains one of the most prolific weapon systems in military history.

Cars By Chloe Clougher 10 months ago

How Many Miles Does A 3.5 EcoBoost Last? Here's What Drivers Say

Thinking of buying a Ford F-150 with a 3.5 EcoBoost but worried about its reliability? Here's how owners have gotten on with the turbocharged V6.

TVs and Streaming By Corazon Victorino 10 months ago

Who Makes Skyworth TVs And Where Are They Built?

Skyworth may not be considered one of the top major TV brands you frequently hear about or even the top budget TV brand, but it has a decent global following.

A Manhattan steam chimney releasing hot steam

Science By Shane Schmid 10 months ago

Why Do You See Steam Rising From New York Roads?

One of the most recognizable aspects of New York City is undoubtedly the steam rising from the roads. Where does that steam actually come from?

Man using wire stripper to remove wire insulation

Hand Tools By KR Manalo 10 months ago

What Are The Holes On Wire Strippers For?

Wire strippers are an essential tool in any electrician's toolkit, but what are those holes for at the end of them? Here's everything we know.

Front 3/4 view of a blue MGB with rubber bumpers, roof down

Cars By Stephen Fogel 10 months ago

What Is The 5 MPH Bumper Rule And Is It Still In Place Today?

Back in the 1970s, the 5 mph bumper rule was introduced, aiming to make cars safer and stronger in low-speed impacts. Is this rule still a thing today?

A close-up of an orange hover lawn mower on some grass

Technology By UmmeAimon Shabbir 10 months ago

What Is A Hover Mower And How Does It Work?

There are a few different types of lawn mowers on the market, but one of the most unusual is undoubtedly the hover mower. What is it? How does it work?

2002 Mazda RX-7 Spirit-R and 1990 Mazda Savanna RX-7 parked indoors next to each other, Spirit-R on left

Cars By Madeline Cuccio 10 months ago

Do Rotary Engines Need Oil Changes?

Wondering if rotary engines need oil changes? Learn how their lubrication works and why regular oil maintenance is still essential.

Red 1961 Lincoln Continental Convertible lowering its roof

Cars By Mike Garrett 10 months ago

Why Convertibles Are Almost Always Two-Door Cars

Convertibles are highly desirable cars, allowing drivers to enjoy the open air. These cars also, pretty much always, have two doors. Why is that?

TVs and Streaming By Shane Schmid 10 months ago

Can You Store A TV In A Hot Garage?

Do you need to move your TV out of your house for a little bit, or have a spare TV you need to store? Here's what can happen if you store it in your garage.

Car Accessories By Sarah Chaney 10 months ago

7 Of The Most Durable Summer Tires

In the market for new tires? Consider investing in one of these seven durable tires that will leave you and your vehicle cool for the summer.

A close up of a motocycle engine with a wrapped exhaust

Motorcycles By Philip Kambutu 10 months ago

Why Do People Wrap Motorcycle Exhaust Pipes?

If you're into motorcycles, you've probably encountered wrapped exhaust pipes. Along with looking cool, why do people wrap their motorcycle's exhaust pipes?

Garage Door Lock wall-mounted control unit

Technology By Corazon Victorino 10 months ago

What Happened To Elocksys Garage Door Lock From Shark Tank Season 5

Bryan White brought his remote-controlled garage door deadbolt toShark Tank in Season 5, but what happened to the Elocksys Garage Door Lock?

A first generation Volvo XC70 in silver, front 3/4 view

Cars By James Hydzik 10 months ago

What Does XC Stand For On A Volvo?

Volvo has several model families in its lineup, with one of the most notable being the XC family. What does the XC acronym actually stand for?

The Deepwater Horizon oil rig on fire with fire fighting ships trying to put it out.

Science By Casey Cooper 10 months ago

How Did The Deepwater Horizon Explosion Happen And How Was The Oil Leak Stopped?

The Deepwater Horizon Explosion was one of the most devastating environmental disasters in history, but how did it happen and how was the oil leak stopped?

Cadillac Celestiq steering wheel with screens visible

Cars By Azzief Khaliq 10 months ago

10 Cars With The Biggest Screens Available In 2025

Screen-based displays have become pretty standard to cars these days, but these ones really push the limit for how much dashboard space they can take up.

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