Why Do Aircraft Carriers Face The Wind During Flight Operations?
The faster air travels over the top of a wing, the lower the pressure above it. Facing into the wind creates higher velocity air, and therefore lift.
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What Are The Three Buttons On A Garage Door Opener For?
A three-button garage door opener can be used for more than you might think. There's hidden functionality packed into each button, if you know how to use it.
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What Does Driving Left Of Center Mean?
You may sometimes hear the term "driving left of center." What does this mean, exactly, and why is it something you should avoid? Here are the facts.
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What's The Difference Between The PlayStation 5 Pro And Slim Consoles?
Sony currently sells two versions of the PlayStation 5: a Pro and a Slim console. How do the two differ both in appearance and what's under the hood.
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What Does It Mean When An Airline's Ground Crew Member Waves Those Lights Around?
Those members of the ground crew waving lights around on the runway are known as aircraft marshallers. What do their signals even mean, though?
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Do Diesel Trucks Use Catalytic Converters?
When you think of catalytic converters, you probably think of internal combustion engines, but what about diesel engines? Here's everything we know.
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No, Planes Don't Avoid The Bermuda Triangle: Separating Fact From Fiction
The Bermuda Triangle has been blamed for several aviation accidents to occur in the region. But planes don't actually avoid the Bermuda Triangle.
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No, Your Car Can't Be Towed If You're Sitting In It - But Serious Consequences May Follow
Your car is being towed — so you rush to open the door and sit inside. You're safe now from being towed away, right? Here's what actually happens if you do.
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What Causes A Bulging Tire? (And Why It Can't Be Fixed)
While you can have a tire with a nail in it repaired, a tire with a bulge is a different story. What causes it, and why is it considered unfixable?
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The History Behind The Chevy 327 Engine's 'Mighty Mouse' Nickname
Muscle cars and animals are a match made in heaven: Mustang, Road Runner, Viper. But why would Chevy's 327 engine be named after a mouse, of all animals?
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Can You Damage A Lawn Mower By Pulling It Backwards?
Awkwardly shaped gardens often force you to maneuver your lawn mower in different directions, but what are the rules for dragging it backward?
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Why Do Bikers Lean Sideways Around A Turn?
Have you ever wondered why experienced bikers lean sideways when taking a turn? The answer is a matter of safety, courtesy of some simple physics.
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Can Changing Your Gear Ratios Give Your Car A Higher Top Speed?
When it comes to transmissions, words like gear ratio and final drive are thrown around a lot. Can changing gear rations give your car a higher top speed?
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Thieves Are Exploiting A GM Truck Vulnerability, Lawsuit Claims
GM owners have found their cars being stolen, allegedly with little effort by thieves exploiting a security flaw in multiple models. Now, it's going to court.
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How Much Fuel Does A Semi Truck Burn While Idling?
If you have ever seen a semi-truck idling at a rest stop and wondered just how much money they're wasting, we have the answers for you. Here's what we know.
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What Is The Big Plastic Scoop Under Some Semi-Trucks For?
Have you ever noticed a big plastic scoop underneath a semi-truck while driving down the highway? It actually serves a very important purpose.
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What Is A Tire Bead And How Do You Avoid Damaging It?
The tire bead is an essential component of any tire, and any damage to it could be a one-way ticket to needing new tires. Here's how to keep it safe.
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What Is Oil Shearing And How Does It Affect Your Engine?
Is oil sheering a cause for concern? Here's everything you need to know about oil sheering and how it can affect your vehicle's engine performance.
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Hydraulic Vs. Screw Jacks: What's The Difference Between These Mechanic Tools?
If you're trying to lift something heavy, a jack can be incredibly useful, if not necessary, but do you need a screw jack or a hydraulic jack?
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Ninja Thirsti Vs. SodaStream: Which Soda Maker Is Best For You?
If you want to make your own sparkling water or soda at home, your two major choices are the SodaStream and Ninja Thirsti. Which should you pick?
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The Toyota Camry Dent: What Is The Phenomenon & How Did It Gain Such Notoriety?
Once you know about it, you'll see it everywhere: The Camry dent, spotted on the corners of the rear bumper of Camrys everywhere. How did it become so famous?
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Why Does The Duramax Diesel Engine Have Two Thermostats?
Duramax diesel engines have been featured in various vehicles, notably GM trucks, for decades. Why do some of these engines have two thermostats?
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What Happens If You Tow Over Capacity?
Towing on your car or truck over capacity is a very bad thing. To understand why, we've broken down some reasons, and included tips for how to avoid that.
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Why Car Tires Are Always Black (And Why The Color Matters)
Everyone loves the chance to add personal touches to their vehicles, but tires only come in one color. Why are tires black, and could we ever see colored tires?
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Can The Wrong Oil Filter Cause Low Oil Pressure?
Here's why it's highly important to buy the right oil filter for your engine and whether getting the wrong one can cause low oil pressure.
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What Is The Apple Watch Vitals App And How Does It Work?
With its release in 2024, the Apple Watch's Vitals app became a centralized place for all of your health stats. Here's how it works and what it's capable of.
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What Is California's 'Daylighting Law' And How It Is Affecting Local Residents?
Beginning in 2025, California has instituted "Daylighting" laws, but to people outside of the state, it might be unclear what those laws entail.
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