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If There Isn't A Speed Limit Sign Anywhere In Sight, Here's What You Should Do

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:45:00 +0000

Getting onto a road and not knowing how fast you can drive can be a headache, so that's why states have laws in place to cover that contingency.

8 Of The Best Ryobi Automotive Tools & Gadgets You Can Buy (And 3 To Skip)

staff@slashgear.com (Cassidy Ward) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000

Before adding another Ryobi tool to your collection, see which products impressed users and reviewers and which ones struggled to deliver.

These All-Terrain Tires Outperform Goodyear Wranglers

staff@slashgear.com (Madeline Cuccio) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Goodyear Wranglers are often at the top of the list when it comes to all-terrain tires, but independent testing says there's a better-performing brand.

A Submarine Found Something Strange On The Ocean Floor – Then It Disappeared

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:45:00 +0000

A submarine named Ran was sent below the ice shelf in Antarctica and found some strange readings before disappearing entirely. Here's what it found.

4 Handy Gadgets That Can Fit In Your Wallet

staff@slashgear.com (Sumukh Rao) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Small wallets may be the new norm, but tech gadgets are getting even smaller, and many take as much space as a credit card.

Quinn Vs. Pittsburgh: Buyers Say This Harbor Freight Impact Socket Set Is The Best Value

staff@slashgear.com (Jack Picone) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Are you looking for an affordable tool kit that won't let you down? Discover which Harbor Freight impact socket set mechanics say is the best value.

Turkey Still Relies On This US Engine To Power Its Homegrown F-35 Replacement

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Turkey makes its own fifth-generation fighters, but it relies on U.S. engines to power them -- for now. Here's why that is and when that might change.

Not A Toyota Or Ford: iSeeCars Says This Car Is Driven The Most Annually In The US

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Ford's F-Series and models from Toyota might dominate the U.S. sales charts, but in terms of miles driven, Chrysler remains an extremely popular brand.

12 Retro-Inspired Gadgets On Amazon That Scream 1990s

staff@slashgear.com (Marc Magrini) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0000

The 90s were a time of many nascent technologies and seriously divergent aesthetics, and while things are more homogenous now, throwbacks are easy to find.

There's A Good Reason Why You May Not See Funny Messages On Highway Signs Anymore

staff@slashgear.com (Shane O'Neill) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:15:00 +0000

Funny highway sign messages were once a common sight on American roads, but recently transportation officials have become a lot less enthusiastic about them.

Humvee Vs Hummer: What's The Difference?

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Many people use Humvee and Hummer interchangeably, but the story behind the names tells us why these famous off-roaders aren't exactly the same vehicle.

Why Do Utah State Highway Signs Have A Beehive?

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:15:00 +0000

Utah's highway signs stand out from those used in most states, and the unusual symbol is a reflection of an important part of the state's history.

Is The Leatherman Arc Worth The Price? Owners Have This To Say About It

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0000

The Leatherman Arc is one of the most expensive multitools on the market, so it's no surprise that owners and reviewers have strong opinions about its value.

4 Common Problems With Gear Shifters

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Whether you've got a manual stick shift or an automatic gear selector, there are plenty of issues you can encounter with your car's gear shifter.

Leatherman Uses A Steel For Some Of Its Multitools You Might Have Never Heard Of

staff@slashgear.com (Nachiket Mhatre) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Leatherman makes some of the best multitools on the market, and its high-end products use a specialized metal that you won't find on the average knife.

5 Everyday Tech That Can Track Your Activity

staff@slashgear.com (Jordan Wirth) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000

We all know that apps and smartphones can track us, but that's just the tip of the iceberg.

What Is The Difference Between Impact Wrench Sizes?

staff@slashgear.com (Jack Picone) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:15:00 +0000

Impact wrenches come in different sizes, from common 1/4-inch units up to 1-inch beasts. Why are there different sizes, though, and what separates them?

Why Tire Traction Is So Important: The Physics Explained

staff@slashgear.com (Madeline Cuccio) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:45:00 +0000

A tire's traction is the fundamental measure of how well it performs on the road, and a number of factors can impact it, from the tire's design to its size.

What's The Speed Limit In A Parking Lot? Slow - And Here's Why

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:15:00 +0000

If you're driving on the street, it's pretty easy to know the speed limit, but that's not always so clear if you're headed to the mall or the grocery store.

3 Old-School Trucks That Are Still Sought After Today

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Classic trucks might not have the most amenities, but they're still beloved for collecting purposes and because their reliability is often unmatched.