How Much Did American Pickers Pay For A Merz Cycle Car & How Many Are Left Today?
You may never have heard of a Merz Cycle Car, but it's that very rarity that made it valuable to the American Pickers. They paid handsomely.
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Stories By Olivia Richman
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Can You Put Jet Fuel In A Diesel Engine? (And What Happens If You Do?)
It's the stuff of fantasy: jet fuel making a dieselvehicle tak e off like, well, a jet. But what really happens if you put jet fuel in your diesel's tank?
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Here's What That Small Button On Your Car Door Handle Is For
If you own a newer car, you may be wondering what that little button on your door handle is for. Here's what it is and why you may want one.
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What Does PSPS Mean & How Should You Prepare For One In Your Area?
In certain emergency weather conditions, your power company may instate a PSPS. Let's talk about what that is and how to best prepare for one.
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Is The Kawasaki Z H2 Supercharged, And How Fast Can It Go?
Kawasaki's Z H2 is the most powerful of its naked Z series, but what is the technology behind the bike's impressive performance?
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Corvette Zora: Why The Rumors Of This New Chevy Have Everyone Excited
The Corvette Zora has been spotted testing on Germany's Nurbringring, and speculation is that it may have a 1,200 horsepower hybrid drivetrain.
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Can You Turbo A VR6 Engine? Here's What You Need To Know
Owners of cars with VR6 engines often look for ways to increase its power. We look at what you should know if you want to turbocharge a VR6.
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3 Of The Coolest Cars Personally Owned By American Pickers' Mike Wolfe
The stars of "American Pickers" travel the country looking for interesting antiques, and host Mike Wolfe naturally owns some terrific old cars. Here are three.
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What Year Did Cummins Engines Have The P-Pump?
Engines have evolved to meet changing emissions standards. One innovation from Cummins to meet those standards was the mechanical injection P-Pump.
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What Motorcycle Was Bob Dylan Riding During His Mysterious & Career-Altering Crash?
Nearly 60 ago, Bob Dylan crashed his motorcycle in upstate New York. There's still little clarity about what happened -- but we do know what he was riding.
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4 Common Issues With The Mazda Miata (According To Owners)
The Mazda Miata may be one of the most memorable cars on the market, but it also has a slew of problems. Worst of all, owners can't seem to agree on the causes.
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How Much Of A Ford F-150 Is Made In America?
Plenty of vehicles aren't made entirely in the U.S. anymore, but for Ford's F-150, you may be surprised to find out the ratio of foreign vs. U.S. manufacturing.
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Is The 2025 Corvette Truck Real?
Chevy may be working on a Corvette SUV, but what about the recent rumor that there might be a pickup truck in the mix too? The truth isn't what you might think.
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Why You Know The Voice Behind The Honda Commercials, Even Though You Can't See Him
Honda switched up the narrator for its advertisements in 2020, replacing a former TV icon with a legendary pro wrestler turned beloved Hollywood actor.
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Drone Or Star? These 4 Apps Will Help You Figure It Out
If you want a tool to help identify whether you're looking at a drone or a star, an app can help. Here are a few to help make sense of the sky.
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Did Helen Keller Fly A Plane To Paris? Yes - And Here's How She Did It
Helen Keller did some amazing things regardless of her hearing and vision impairments, but it may surprise you to learn she also flew a plane.
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What Color Is Transmission Fluid? What To Look For In A Leak
It's worth knowing what healthy transmission fluid looks like, so you know you'll spot something odd in the event of a leak or other related issue.
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What Is Toyota's Crawl Control And Which Vehicles Come With The Feature?
Not every Toyota comes with Crawl Control, though drivers may wish they did. Only the most rugged vehicles in Toyota's lineup have this useful feature.
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Why Do F1 Cars Swerve On The Track?
The shortest way between two points is a straight line, but F1 drivers do a lot of zigzagging on the track. There's method to their madness.
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Will Lexus Ever Make A Pickup Truck? Here's What The Brand Says
Toyota has seen plenty of success with its own reliable trucks, but its luxury arm in Lexus has never really experimented with a modern, luxury pickup truck.
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4 Of The Coolest Vehicles In Jake Paul's Car Collection
YouTuber Jake Paul just got a ton of publicity for fighting Mike Tyson, but he's also known for his huge car collection. Here's a look at four of the coolest.
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What Happened To The Felt App From Shark Tank Season 7?
Felt gives the convenience of sending a handwritten letter through an app, but did it have enough appeal to get an investment? Here's what happened.
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4 Reasons The Sony Honda AFEELA 1 EV Feels Doomed From The Start
During CES 2025, Honda showcased its Sony Honda AFEELA 1 EV, but while it highlights futuristic tech, there are four reasons it already seems doomed.
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5 Hidden Features You Can Find On The Cybertruck
Even among EVs, the Tesla Cybertruck is a pretty unusual vehicle. Some of its most unique quirks aren't very obvious, like these hidden features.
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Why Do Some Trucks Have Stuffed Animals On The Front?
Their tough, muscular image might make it seem unlikely, but some truckers proudly display stuffed anmals on the front of their trucks. The question is: Why?
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What Are ND Camera Filters?
There are plenty of camera filters out there, but what does an ND filter do and is it something every photographer should consider regularly using?
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Is The Pontiac Firebird Really Coming Back In 2025?
Pontiac folded back in 2010, but muscle car fans still long for the Firebird. However, the recent rumors of its return aren't exactly what they seem.
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