What Does Saab Mean And What Kind Of Military Equipment Does It Make?
While most people are probably familiar with Saab as a (now defunct) car brand, the company is prolific in producing military hardware. Here's what it makes.
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Stories By Chris Littlechild
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What Does SPG Stand For In The Military? Here's Every Meaning Behind The Acronym
When it comes to understanding military acronyms, SPG has several meanings that can vary by context. But what do they all stand for and what's the importance?
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Are Fighter Jets Faster Than Bullets? How Their Top Speeds Compare
'Faster than a speeding bullet' is something we've all probably heard before. But does it ring true even when compared against fighter jets?
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The Secret Behind What Makes Tugboats Strong Enough To Tow Massive Ships
Tugboats are small in stature but large in power, but what makes them so incredibly strong? There's a lot that goes into it. Here's what we know.
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What Is Moo Moo Subaru (And Where Can You Buy The Cows?)
Moo Moo Subaru is a tradition that allows Subaru owners to connect with other brand loyalists. How does "moo moo Subaru" work, and where do you buy the cows?
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Why Amazon Won't Let You Ship To Certain Addresses
Amazon offers 600 million different products for sale and can ship to more than 100 countries. Not all items can be delivered to all locations, though.
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This Is Why You Get More MPG On The Highway
If you're shopping for a car or tracking your fuel usage, you'll notice that cars burn less fuel on the highway then in town. Why is mpg higher on the highway?
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7 Classic Chrysler Concept Cars That History Forgot
Concept cars embody visions of a possible future, but rarely make it to the mainstream. Here are some of Chrysler's most memorable.
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Why Don't New Cars Come With Spare Tires Anymore?
As time passes, the spare tire is becoming more and more of a rare species. Here is why so many new cars no longer come with spare tires.
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Why Do People Hide Rubber Ducks On Cruise Ships?
Finding small rubber ducks hidden around your cruise ship isn't meant to be unnerving. Here's why other passengers have brought these ducks along for the ride.
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What Are The Yellow Grids On Telephone Poles For?
While driving past a telephone pole (especially at night), you might have seen a yellow grid design on its side. What are these, and what are they for?
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What Is Renewable Diesel & How Is It Different From Biodiesel
Biodesel and renewable diesel promise to completely change how we approach diesel fuel and engines with more sustainable fuel, but what sets them apart?
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What Is A Narco Submarine And Where Do They Come From?
One type of submarine that you may not have considered is the narco submarine, used in the illicit trade of drug smuggling around the world.
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9 Of The Fastest Hypercars, Ranked By Top Speed
You have cars, then you have supercars, then you have hypercars. Here are the nine fastest hypercars, listed in order of their top speeds.
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6 Ways Racing Technology Has Made Your Car Better
Some surprisingly common technology pioneered by racecar builders and originally intended for the track can be found in a typical car today.
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What Are Century Series Jet Fighters & When Were They Built?
Century series jets are some of the most iconic and recognizable aircraft out there, but when were they built and are any still flying today?
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What Does HHR Stand For On The Discontinued Chevy Car?
It's been a while since a Chevy HHR sat at a dealership, but have you wondered what HHR means? Here's everything you need to know about the discontinued car.
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6 Cars With Built-In Dashcams
Modern cars have more bells and whistles than ever, but these six cars go above and beyond by including dashcams as part of their standard packages.
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6 Civilian Car Models Used By The Military
Military forces around the world often use the same vehicles sold to civilians. Here are some cars available to ordinary buyers that have a military pedigree.
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What Engines Do Cruise Missiles Use & How Far Can They Fly?
Cruise missiles are among any nation's most fearsome weapons, striking with speed and power from far away. Here's just how far, and the engines they use.
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How Fast Can Vespas Go? A Look At Each Scooter Model's Top Speed
Vespas may not be known as the speediest vehicles on the road, but they've come a long way from where they started. Let's see how fast they can really go.
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6 Brands Known For Cars That Also Make Jet Engines
It's not unheard of for car brands branch out into other products. These six car brands went so far as to make jet engines -- not all of them for airplanes.
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6 Cars With Boxer Engines That Aren't A Porsche Or A Subaru
Boxer engines are often associated with Subaru's lineup, or Porsche's performance mills, but many other vehicles throughout the years experimented with boxers.
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What Is A Twin Scroll Turbo, And How Much Horsepower Does It Add?
Twin scroll turbo engines are similar to twin turbos, but more powerful - here's how they work and why they generate higher horsepower.
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Executive One Foxtrot: What The Call Sign Means & Whether Air Force One Would Use It
Air Force One is whatever military plane the president is on, not a particular airplane. So what does it mean when a plane is called "Executive One Foxtrot"?
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The Unexpected American Car With A J35 Honda Engine Under The Hood
You'd think that you'd find Honda engines under the hood of, well, Hondas, but this American car decided to make use of one for a surprising reason.
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Why Is The US Military's AC-130 Gunship Called 'The Angel Of Death'?
Many military aircraft come with monikers that help describe their impressive abilities. The Angel Of Death, the AC-130's nickname, is no exception.
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