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Tools By Russ Good 4 days ago

6 Tools To Make Brake Repair And Replacement Easier

Brake jobs are basic but essential parts of auto maintenance. These tools recommended by our expert protect against common problems and pitfalls.

Milwaukee By Patrick Phillips 4 days ago

5 Clever Milwaukee Accessories You Can 3D Print At Home

Milwaukee accessories can get expensive fast. With a 3D printer, some clever add-ons become affordable, customizable, and surprisingly practical.

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Cars By Gozie Ibekwe 4 days ago

5 Additives That Can Actually Increase Your Engine's Performance & Lifespan

Let's face it, most engine additives don't really improve performances. If you want to try one that does, here's what you should pick.

Many drills and drivers from various brands on a table, including Milwaukee and Ryobi.

Tools By Diana Croce 4 days ago

What Does $100 Buy From Ryobi Vs. Milwaukee?

Stop guessing in the tool aisle. Find out what exactly $100 buys you from Ryobi vs. Milwaukee and which brand is truly the budget-friendly one.

Concept of car financing with keys, paperwork, and a model car

Cars By Mark Cowley 4 days ago

JD Power Says These Are The Most Satisfying Auto Lenders Right Now

Which lenders leave car buyers happiest? A new survey uncovers significant differences in customer experiences across the auto finance industry.

Ryobi By Quina Baterna 4 days ago

Is Ryobi's Link Modular System Worth It? Here's What Users Say

As well as an expansive lineup of all different kinds of tools, Ryobi also offers a modular storage solution for them. Is it worth investing in?

A still taken from the 2025 Audi Q3's new whiplash test showing a crash test dummy in a car seat flying forwards

Cars By Mark Cowley 4 days ago

These Four SUVs Aced IIHS's New Whiplash Prevention Test

Whiplash injuries generally happen when a car is hit from behind, but can be minimised with well-designed seats and headrests.

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Technology By Jordan Wirth 4 days ago

6 Cool Gadgets That Will Make You Feel Like You're In The Future

Sci-fi tech is no longer just movie fantasy. Smart lawn mowers, exoskeletons, VR chairs, and stranger things that blur novelty and usefulness surprisingly well.

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Technology By Caroline Anschutz 4 days ago

Neither Concorde Nor Tupolev: This Was The First Airliner To Go Supersonic

Concorde and Tupolev are acknowledged as some of the first planes to break the sound barrier, but it wasn't them. Which one actually did it first?

A view of a Home Depot store from the parking lot.

Tools By Ron King 4 days ago

5 Gadgets Sold At Home Depot That Any DIYer Would Consider A Must-Have

Not every tool earns a permanent spot in a DIY kit. These Home Depot gadgets stand out for their versatility, safety, and everyday usefulness.

Space By Alex Hevesy 4 days ago

Historic Rocket Test Closes The Gap In China's Race With The West

There's a new space race going on, with the goal of putting humans back on the moon. China has now joined the race with some successful rocket tests.

Computers and Tablets By Pranav Bhardwaj 4 days ago

5 Free Alternatives To Popular Paid Windows Apps

There are several apps for Windows, but many come at a hefty price. If you need free options that can accomplish the same tasks, here are five alternatives.

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Cars By Patrick Phillips 4 days ago

This Automaker Ranks The Highest For New-Car Quality, According To JD Power

J.D. Power's 2025 Initial Quality Survey polled 92,000 people about problems during the first 90 days with their new 2025 vehicles; these were the top brands.

KC-135 tanker aircraft on the apron at March Air Reserve Base

Aviation By Bob Sharp 4 days ago

Historic Air Force Base Gets $133M Upgrade – Here's What They're Building

The base is more than a century old, and the expensive works mean that it will continue to support state-of-the-art aircraft far in the future.

Harbor Freight By Shane O'Neill 4 days ago

Harbor Freight Just Dropped A New Metallic Red Daytona 3-Ton Floor Jack

The Daytona 3-ton floor jack has been around for some time, and users seem to like it. But now, it is available in a new color scheme: metallic red.

a front end shot of a gray 2026 Audi S5 Avant

Cars By Jack O'Neill 4 days ago

5 Of The Coolest European Luxury Cars You Can't Get In The U.S.

Europe is a land of cinematic twisting roadways, legacy auto manufacturers, and appreciation of luxury. Here's what the U.S. is missing out on -- for now.

Dewalt By Shane O'Neill 4 days ago

Should You Buy DeWalt Tools At Home Depot Or Lowe's?

DeWalt tools are always a solid choice, and they're available at both Home Depot and Lowe's. Which one of these retailers should you buy them from?

TVs and Streaming By Nate Williams 4 days ago

3 Telltale Signs Your Fire TV Stick Is Dying

Streaming problems are not always just bugs or storage issues. Certain symptoms can indicate a Fire TV Stick is getting close to the end of its lifespan.

Milwaukee By Cassidy Ward 4 days ago

These 12 Milwaukee Products Will Save Your Back

Heavy lifting and repetitive work take a toll over time. These Milwaukee tools are built to ease the physical grind and protect your body over time.

Person using a Fanttik S1 Apex Electric Screwdriver to screw into a wood plank

Tools By Jack Picone 4 days ago

5 Handy Costco Finds To Upgrade Your Garage

There are as many ways to upgrade a garage as there are ways to use one. Thankfully, Costco has something for everyone, no matter how you use your garage.

Green 2020 Tundra TRD Pro cornering on dirt

Trucks By Mike Garrett 4 days ago

This Is The Most Reliable Tundra Engine

The Toyota Tundra has a well-deserved reputation for depenedability, and one of its engines seems to stand out as being even more reliable than the rest.

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Smartphones By Max Miller 5 days ago

Changing 5 Phone Settings Can Limit The Amount Of Data Apps Collect About You

Many of the smartphone apps we use daily collect a disturbingly large amount of information about us, but there are some ways to limit their access.

A close up of the Fanttik rotary tool kit in use

Tools By Jack O'Neill 5 days ago

12 Cool DIY Crafting Gadgets You Didn't Know You Needed

Big power tools are excellent companions for home DIY projects, but they can feel like overkill for finer work — that's where these sorts of devices come in.

Close up of Hybrid badge on an olive Subaru Forester.

SUVs and Crossovers By Mike Garrett 5 days ago

The Subaru Hybrid You Might Not Know Uses A Toyota Electric Motor

Toyota has some of the best hybrid technology in the game, so it's no surprise that other automakers, like Subaru, have started using elements of it as well.

Tools By Daniel Feininger 5 days ago

15 Home Improvement Gadgets That Actually Make A Difference

Smart accessory tools can make home projects faster, cleaner, and less frustrating. This list focuses on gadgets that earn their place in your toolkit.

Technology By Chris Littlechild 5 days ago

4 Smart Home Gadgets Proven To Save You Money

Building out a smart home setup can add all sorts of conveniences to your life, but even beyond that, it can save you some serious money in the long term.

A person removing a MacBook from the box, top-down view

Technology By Jordan Wirth 5 days ago

5 Things I Wish I'd Known Before Ditching My PC For A MacBook

This isn’t a MacBook hate piece. It’s a candid look at the things no one warns you about before you leave Windows behind.

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