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Technology By Jordan Wirth 2 months ago

5 Raspberry Pi Projects Users Say Will Upgrade Any Smart Home Setup

DIY Raspberry Pi projects bring affordable, private, and customizable upgrades to your smart home, from security to automation and more.

Power Tools By Daniel Trock 2 months ago

A DeWalt Grinder Can't Be Used As A Polisher - Here's What To Use Instead

While a grinder and a polisher ostensibly do the same thing, you definitely should not use a grinder on your car's exterior. This is the proper tool to use.

Tools By Shane O'Neill 2 months ago

Can You Really Find Penny Items At Home Depot? It's Not As Simple As It Seems

You likely already know that joy of finding a great bargain, but have you ever found a penny item at Home Depot? It turns out finding them is pretty hard.

Inside of the WEST Tokamak as engineers run inspections.

Science By Casey Cooper 2 months ago

France Just Set A Nuclear Fusion Reactor World Record - And Here's How

A French nuclear fusion reactor has smashed a world record, moving us closer to clean, endless power. But what exactly makes this milestone so ground-breaking?

News By Shane Schmid 2 months ago

Why Are The Cables Under The Red Sea So Important & What Happens If They Get Cut?

There are miles of cables that run under the Red Sea, but what are they for and why are they so important? What happens if they are damaged or cut?

Accessories and Peripherals By Shane O'Neill 2 months ago

Are These Second Hand Mac Keyboards Worth Buying? Here's What Users Claim

Wondering if a second-hand Magic Keyboard is worth it? User experiences reveal both upsides and drawbacks you’ll want to check before buying.

A person putting batteries into a DeWalt blower.

Dewalt By Shane O'Neill 2 months ago

DeWalt 60V Max Backpack Blower: Everything You Should Know About This Powerful Tool

DeWalt already has a solid selection of blowers in its product lineup, but that hasn't stopped it from introducing a new 60V Max backpack blower.

Cars By Cassidy Ward 2 months ago

5 Steps You Need To Take To Properly Winterize Your Camper Or RV

Learn how to winterize your camper or RV with simple steps that protect pipes, tanks, and seals from freeze damage so your rig stays ready for spring.

A close-up of a person holding a used spark plug over the engine.

Cars By Marko Mikulic 2 months ago

Can Your Car's Old Spark Plugs Be Cleaned And Reused?

Changing spark plugs is standard maintenance on gasoline-powered cars. Can you clean and reuse old spark plugs, or should you go for brand new ones?

Inside of a pool being cleaned by Ryobi Pool Vacuum

Ryobi By Quina Baterna 2 months ago

Is The Ryobi Pool Vacuum Cleaner Any Good? Here's What Users Say

Curious how well the Ryobi Pool Vacuum cleans your pool without hoses? Real users highlight what works well and where it falls short.

Technology By Olivia Richman 2 months ago

That Amazon Recall Text Isn't Actually Real - Here's What You Should Know

Scammers never let up, and are always trying to find ways to obtain your personal information, and a recent recall text from "Amazon" is just that.

An aerial view of a busy Los Angeles interchange

Cars By Caroline Anschutz 2 months ago

Flow Of Traffic Vs Speed Limit: Can You Get A Ticket For Just Keeping Up?

“Keeping up with traffic” is a common claim in speeding cases. Is it a valid excuse? How do courts and law enforcement view this explanation?

A 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser seen from front left on a forest trail.

SUVs and Crossovers By Michael Sullivan 2 months ago

5 Affordable Alternatives To The Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser is an icon of off-roaders, with a steep price to boot. However, plenty of companies now offer cheaper alternatives to Toyota's classic.

Military By Bob Sharp 2 months ago

Here's How Air Force Special Ops Troops Practice Seizing An Airfield

Controlling airfields and airports is vital during wartime, so Air Force and Air National Guard troops practice assaulting them by air and sea.

Two people using TikTok, which is displaying a screen showing the feed can't load due to connection errors.

Internet By Anthoni Oisin 2 months ago

Here's How Much Data TikTok Uses Per Hour

If you've ever wondered if the constant scroll of TikTok videos takes a toll on your data usage, we have the answer. We tested how much data the video app uses.

A white Ford F-150 Lightning powering a home, front 3/4 view

Electric Vehicles By Madeline Cuccio 2 months ago

What's So Special About The Ford F-150 Lightning Vapor Injection Heat Pump?

The 2024MY Ford F-150 Lightning received a fascinating and very important feature: a vapor injection heat pump. What's special about it? How does it work?

Ford Supervan 3 at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Cars By Mike Garrett 2 months ago

Ford Supervan 3: Why Ford Put An F1 Engine In A Practical People Mover

There might not be much market for a minivan with hundreds of horsepower behind it, but that didn't stop Ford from making a few unexpectedly fast Supervans.

A closeup of a red 1960s Mustang with a hood pin on.

Classic Cars By Marko Mikulic 2 months ago

What To Know Before Installing A Hood Pin On Your Muscle Car

Hood pins make muscle cars a little safer and cooler looking, so here's everything worth knowing about hood pins and how to install them.

Craftsman tool cabinet holding tools in a garage

Tools By Patrick Phillips 2 months ago

Lowe's Is Selling Craftsman's 10-Drawer Rolling Tool Cabinet With A Steep Discount

In need of storage for all of your tools that are strewn around the garage? Lowe's is offering a huge discount on a popular Craftsman tool cabinet.

Thermalright Aqua Elite 360 V3 AIO cooler in a PC with fans spinning

Components By Azzief Khaliq 2 months ago

5 Of The Best Thermalright CPU Coolers, Ranked By Price

A proper cooling system can be the best thing for your computer, not to mention your frame rate. These Thermalright CPU coolers cover the price spectrum.

Cars By Charlie Berrey 2 months ago

Is It Safe To Keep Driving With The Low Coolant Light On?

Not sure what to do when the low coolant light comes on? Here’s what the warning means, the dangers of ignoring it, and how to check for possible causes.

A worker using a DeWalt 20V Max impact driver.

Milwaukee By Daniel Trock 2 months ago

Can You Use Milwaukee Batteries On DeWalt Tools?

Can a Milwaukee battery power your DeWalt tool? It’s possible with adapters, though it isn’t risk-free.

DMV signage on the front entrance of the DMV building.

Cars By Casey Cooper 2 months ago

This Is The Most Expensive State To Register A New Car In

The cost of registering a new car varies from state to state, and can depend on factors such as mass, fuel efficiency, and even the county it's registered in.

Cars By Bob Sharp 2 months ago

How Serious Are Those 'Speed Enforced By Aircraft' Signs, Really?

“Speed Enforced by Aircraft” signs aren’t just for show — some states do use planes to catch speeders. But how widespread is it really and how does it work?

Yellow Honda Gold Wing cruiser parked on edge of crosswalk

Motorcycles By Joseph Chidi 2 months ago

What's Considered High Mileage For A Cruiser Motorcycle?

Cruiser motorcycles are meant to be ridden more gently than most other types. How does this affect lifespan, and what makes a cruiser bike 'high-mileage?'

Man picking up Craftsman 20V backpack sprayer from table

Tool Brands By Quina Baterna 2 months ago

How Good Are Craftsman's 20V Backpack Sprayers? Here's What Owners Say

Craftsman 20V backpack sprayers are designed to make lawn care easier, but how good are they in action? Learn what users have experienced before buying.

Electric Vehicles By Chris Davies 2 months ago

A Week With Chevy's Electric BrightDrop Had Me Dreaming Of The Quiet Van Life

Chevrolet may have last-mile deliveries in mind for its electric vans, but it'll sell them to anyone with dreams of an EV food truck or RV.

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