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A person wearing a red and orange dirt bike helmet.

Motorcycles By Shane O'Neill 12 months ago

Is A Dirt Bike Helmet Street Legal? Here's What You Need To Know

Dirt bike helmets look cool, and some may even be road legal, but it's not always the best idea to choose one for riding on the highway.

Cars By Mark Cowley 12 months ago

14 New Cars That Are Cheap To Insure

Bargain hunting for your next car is one thing, but it's important to consider the hidden cost of insurance as well, particularly in newer models.

Rider driving the Suzuki Hayabusa on a road

Motorcycles By Wilfred Nkhwazi 12 months ago

5 Motorcycles As Fast (Or Faster) Than The Suzuki Hayabusa

Suzuki's Hayabusa broke records on its debut in 1999, but there are now plenty of bikes that can match or even outrun it.

Cars By Chris Davies 12 months ago

The Lexus RX 500h F SPORT Performance Is Good, But I'd Buy This Instead

The Lexus RX 500h F SPORT Performance has a lot to offer, but there are compelling alternatives within the Lexus lineup that are worth considering.

Technology By Marinel Sigue 12 months ago

What Is Spotify's No Healthy Upstream Error And Can You Fix It?

If your life revolves around instant playlists and your favorite musical artists, errors in the Spotify app or on the web can ruin your day.

Cars By Chris Littlechild 12 months ago

What Is A Camless Engine And Which Cars Have One?

While most car engines have a camshaft, there are some cars with a camless engine. But what does this mean, and what benefits does this configuration offer?

Technology By Erynn Ruiz 12 months ago

13 Of The Best Raspberry Pi Projects To Check Out In 2025

Raspberry Pi devices can power just about anything, and there are new concepts coming out all the time.

2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT side view on race track

Cars By Wilfred Nkhwazi 12 months ago

5 Of The Fastest Jeep Models, Ranked By Top Speed

Jeeps are portrayed as being rugged, reliable vehicles. Speed isn't usually a big part of the marketing, but that doesn't mean they can't go fast.

Tools By Ron King 12 months ago

3 Types Of Tools That Are Worth Buying Used (And 3 That Aren't)

Buying used tools can help you save a lot of money, but not all used tool are created equal. Here's some guidance for secondhand shopping.

Cars By Alvin Reyes 12 months ago

What Happened To The VW Thing, And How Much Is One Worth Today?

The Volkswagen Thing had a brief but memorable run in the 1970s. This is why it didn't last long despite its appeal, and how much it's worth today.

Cars By Olivia Richman 12 months ago

Why Do F1 Cars Have Such Smooth Tires?

The tires we use on public roads all have treads, but high-performance Formula 1 cars use slick, treadless tires in dry conditions. This is how they work.

A DeWalt DCB115 battery charger placed on the ground beside the removable battery units of power tools

Dewalt By Corazon Victorino 12 months ago

What Do The Lights Mean On A DeWalt Battery Charger?

DeWalt is one of the leading makers of cordless power tools. Its chargers have indicator lights to provide important information on battery status and health.

Cars By Shane O'Neill 12 months ago

What Was The First Car With A V8 Engine?

One will have to go back to the early 1900s for the first-ever V8 engine, though it did take a few more years for the idea to truly take off.

Cars By Azzief Khaliq 12 months ago

Duramax Diesel Generations By Year: A Complete History

The Duramax diesel is a series of diesel engines manufactured by General Motors. Here's a breakdown of the generations over the years.

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Cars By Chris Littlechild 12 months ago

The Biggest Transmission Recalls In Recent History

Transmission issues are a common reason behind auto recalls. Here are the most expansive transmission recalls ever, and the fixes that were needed.

Technology By Olivia Richman 12 months ago

Teams Premium: How To Tell If You Have The Upgraded Version

Teams Premium can offer a lot of benefits to the workplace, but how do you know if you're subscribed? Turns out that confirming a subscription is easy!

Motorcycles By Olivia Richman 12 months ago

What Are Motorcycle Tank Extenders (And Who Benefits From Them?)

You may heard people recommending or advising against motorcycle tank extenders, but what actually are they and what purposes do they serve?

Cars By Jowi Morales 12 months ago

6 Most Powerful Four-Cylinder Cars, Ranked By Top Speed

Despite appearances, modern four-cylinder cars can reach higher speeds than you might think. Here are six of the most powerful ranked by top speed.

An F-35A Lightning II flying around the world with a red arrow tracking its progress

Aviation By Jonathan H. Kantor 12 months ago

How Fast Can A Fighter Jet Fly Across The World? Here's How Long It Would Take

Fighter jets are known for their maneuverability and extreme speed. Here's how long it would take three top fighter models to fly across the world.

Cars By Michael Teo Van Runkle 12 months ago

2025 Toyota 4Runner First Drive: All The Trims, All The Money, All The Confusion

Toyota's hotly-anticipated new 4Runner goes hybrid, but where does the new off-roader fit in compared to a Land Cruiser or Lexus GX?

Technology By Adnan Ahmed 12 months ago

What Does It Mean If Google Detects Unusual Traffic Or Activity?

Performing a Google search is typically a straightforward affair, but if you're being prompted to complete a puzzle every time, there might be something amiss.

Technology By Bob Sharp 12 months ago

6 Of The Fastest World War II Fighters, Ranked By Top Speed

World War II marked a significant push in military aircraft innovation, eschewing most of the biplanes from the previous war for new modern dogfighters.

Promoted By Zach Lisabeth 12 months ago

MOVA's V50 Ultra Robot Vacuum Stuns At CES 2025, Wins SlashGear's Innovation Award

There has been impressive tech showcased at CES 2025, and one to highlight is MOVA's V50 Ultra robot vacuum. Here's why it won SlashGear's Innovation Award.

close up of Kawasaki engine with green coil

Motorcycles By Patrick Phillips 12 months ago

3 Discontinued Kawasaki Cruisers That Deserve A Second Chance

Different models of Kawasaki cruisers have come and gone over the years, but some of them deserve a second chance. Here are our top picks to revive.

Smoke coming out of a folded laptop's ports and side

Laptops By Corazon Victorino 12 months ago

Do Laptop Cases Cause Overheating? Here's How To Tell If Yours Is Safe

Laptops are great if you like to work while on the go, but too much internal heat could cause serious problems in the future that you don't want.

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Cars By John Davis 12 months ago

6 Reasons Why Your Car Shakes When It's Idle

If your car shakes when it's idle, it is not something that should be ignored. If you want to troubleshoot it yourself, here are the most likely culprits.

Military By Brad Hill 12 months ago

Do Military Submarines Have Escape Pods? Here's How The Crew Gets Out Safely

You know how a pilot escapes a crashing airplane, but what do you do when a submarine goes under? These are the numerous ways sailors have had to seek safety.

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