Do Extensions On Socket Wrenches Increase Torque?
Increasing torque can be an effective way to make working with a bolt and a socket wrench easier, but will using an extension help increase torque?
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How Are Heavy Semi-Trucks Towed If They Break Down?
Heavy semi-trucks can break down on the road sometimes, like any vehicle. If that were to happen, how would these haulers be towed and rescued?
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How To Connect Your Sony Wireless Subwoofer
Sony's SA-SW3 and SA-SW5 subwoofers pack a punch in a small package. Here are instructions for connecting and troubleshooting your Sony wireless subwoofer.
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The New Corvette Just Solved A Problem Drivers Have Been Complaining About For Years
The newer model Corvettes are beautiful to look at, but they've had a design flaw that customers have been complaining about. Here's what you need to know.
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What Does It Mean When A Car Is Running Lean?
You may have heard a mechanic or a car-loving friend describe a vehicle as "running lean." Since cars don't have fat content, what does this mean?
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Why Is Tire Tread Depth Measured In 32nds?
Tread depth is an important tool to measure whether a tire is safe to drive on, but that doesn't explain the unusual measuring system for tires.
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Carbon Fiber Has Serious Problems, Here's What Might Replace It
Carbon fiber is a remarkable material, but its flaws mean that companies are on the lookout for a material that could replace it. Here's one of the contenders.
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Why Do Semi Trucks Have Vertical Exhaust Stacks?
One of the most recognizable semi truck features are the vertical exhaust stacks. Other than looking cool, do they actually serve any purpose?
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Router Vs. Access Point: How Are They Different?
While you can find routers and access points in the same spot in an electronics store, they're not the same thing. Each has a separate purpose.
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Here's Why (Most) Semi-Trucks Are Rear-Wheel Drive
There's a good reason why most of the semi-trucks on the road are rear-wheel drive. The alternative doesn't make much sense once you consider usage.
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Is The Model Y Tesla's Most Reliable Vehicle In 2025?
The Model Y is certainly Tesla's most popular vehicle, outselling all the others. But is it also the brand's most reliable model? Let's take a look.
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Why Do Truck Beds Have Ridges? Here's What They're For
Truck beds may seem like the most straightforward part of any pick-up truck's design, but there's actually a lot of thought that went into every detail.
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Costco Car Insurance: How It Works & If It's Worth Using (According To Reviews)
Even if you know that Costco offers car insurance, there's still the question of whether it's worth the buy. Thankfully reviewers can give us a good idea.
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Costco Vs. Discount Tire: Who Offers The Better Warranty For Your New Tires?
If you're in the market for tires, you'll want to make sure you get the best warranty available, but does that mean you should go to Costco or Discount Tire?
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How Much Ethanol Is In 87 Octane Gas? (And Can You Use 85 Octane Instead?)
You're probably familiar with the term E87 gasoline, but how much ethanol is actually in it? Here's everything we know about that (and 85 Octane as well).
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Why Do Tugboats Have Tires On Them? Here's What They're For
Tugboats are typically covered all around with tires hanging from the sides, front, and rear. Here's why those tires are there and what they're used for.
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Trickle Charger Vs. Battery Tender: Which Tool Fits Your Motorcycle Needs?
If you won't be riding your motorcycle for a while, you'll want something to keep its battery from dying. Should you get a trickle charger or battery tender?
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Why California Has The Best Potential Average MPG In The US
While America has federal standards for gas efficiency and emissions, California has its own minimums. Here's what that means for gas mileage in the state.
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How Do Modern Cars Compute MPG In Real Time?
It's certainly handy being able to see in real time how your driving affects your mileage. But how does your car do that? And how accurate are those figures?
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Here's Why (Most) Diesel Engines Don't Have Throttle Bodies
Diesel engines typically offer higher fuel efficiency and torque and longer lifespans than gas engines. How does the lack of a throttle body contribute?
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5 Motor Oil Brands That Are Manufactured In America
It's surprisingly easy to stick to motor oil options that are manufactured in the United States. Plenty of reputable brands you already know fit the bill.
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Why Do Semi Trucks In Michigan Have So Many Wheels?
While most states limit the number of axles on a road vehicle, there are some uniquely large semi trucks on Michigan's highways.
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Why Does Colorado Have 85 Octane Gas? (And Should You Use 87 Instead?)
In higher elevation areas of the country, you may have noticed that there is an 85-octane option, but is it really the best choice for your car?
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Is 'Have I Been Pwned' Legit? Here's How The Website Works
Have I Been Pwned tells you if your personal data has been involved in a data breach, but you have to put in your email address to do it. Is it safe?
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This Bad Parking Habit Can Warp Your Brake Rotors
Did you know a common parking mistake can warp your brake rotors? Learn what it is and how to avoid costly repairs.
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How Long Does It Take To Become A Harley Master Technician & What's Required For The Title?
Harley Davidson takes the quality of its work very seriously, and that includes how mechanics earn the title of Master Technician. Here's what that entails.
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Is Libby Compatible With Kobo E-Readers?
Kobo e-readers are starting to take a chunk out of Amazon's Kindle powerhouse, but can they load e-books from Libby as easily as Kindle? It's complicated.
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