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2025 Subaru Forester and 2022 Ford Escape

Cars By Shane Schmid 5 months ago

Is This Subaru Model A More Reliable Alternative To The Ford Escape?

The Ford Escape is a versatile crossover, but is this Subaru model a more reliable option you should consider? Here's what the ratings have to say.

A person looking over a push lawn mower.

Technology By Shane O'Neill 5 months ago

What Does CC Mean On A Lawn Mower & What Size Do You Need?

If you're in the market for a lawn mower, one major contributing factor most new owners overlook is the engine cc. Here's what you need to know.

Technology By Erynn Ruiz 5 months ago

3 Appliances You Should Unplug When Not In Use (And 2 You Can Leave Plugged In)

Save on your energy bill by unplugging key appliances when not in use and learn which devices are safe to leave plugged in without wasting power.

A cooler full of ice and drinks on a picnic blanket

Technology By Daniel Trock 5 months ago

Who Invented The Portable Cooler & What Makes It Different From An Ice Chest?

If you're looking to keep something cold, a portable cooler and an ice chest both serve very similar purposes, so what exactly sets one apart from the other?

Harbor Freight By Cody D. Campbell 5 months ago

Are Harbor Freight Pressure Washers Any Good? Here's What Users Say

All of the pressure washers from Harbor Freight brands are highly rated by users, and vary in price from under $100 to $900 for a 4,400 PSI Predator model.

a person using an oil extractor to replace their engine oil

Cars By John Davis 5 months ago

What Exactly Is An Oil Extractor & How Well Does One Work?

Oil extractors can help in various industries, but what exactly are they, and how well do they work? Here's everything you need to know about them.

AirPods 4 with icon to connect to iPhone on the screen, when connected first time

Audio By Mahnoor Faisal 5 months ago

Here's Why Your AirPods Are So Quiet And How To Fix Them

Having trouble with your AirPod audio being too quiet to hear? It may be a simple software issue that you can easily fix yourself with some troubleshooting.

Technology By Chris Littlechild 5 months ago

Why Do Helipads Have A Giant 'H'? It's There For An Important Reason

Whether you've seen one in a movie or have been in a helicopter, it's common knowledge that helipads have a giant H painted on them. There's a good reason.

Two phones showing Google Translate and Apple Translate

Smartphones By Marinel Sigue 5 months ago

Which Translation App Offers More, Google Or Apple Translate?

Trying to choose between Google Translate and Apple Translate? Here's the description of which offers better support and features for your translation needs.

Green transmission fault warning message

Cars By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago

What Does A Transmission Warning Light Look Like & What Might Cause It To Turn On?

Transmission faults, depending on the car, will display a specific warning light or message in the dashboard. Here's what you should do for this error code.

Motorcycles By Joseph Chidi 5 months ago

How Fast Is The Ducati Scrambler 800 & How Much Does One Cost?

Ducati has some great options for riders of just about any skill level and budget. The Scrambler 800 is the entry point in the lineup, so how much is it?

Side-by-side image of the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker and 2026 Solterra

SUVs and Crossovers By Monday Goma 5 months ago

What's The Difference Between Subaru's Trailseeker & Solterra EVs?

Subaru's launching its second-ever EV, the Trailseeker, for 2026. But with the Solterra already available, you may wonder what sets the two apart.

A person wearing the Apple Vision Pro headset

Wearables By Sumukh Rao 5 months ago

5 Surprising Benefits Of Spatial Computing (No, It's Not Just Gaming VR Headsets)

Virtual and augmented reality tech has a checkered history, but modern advances in spatial computing have opened avenues to a vast array of applications.

Starlink satellite receiver between grass

Technology By Nadeem Sarwar 5 months ago

Here's How Much Starlink Will Cost You

Are you considering getting Startlink? Before you do, it's important to know what the packages include and how much they cost. Here's what you need to know.

A white Toyota Corolla Cross on the move on a city street, front 3/4 view

SUVs and Crossovers By Casey Cooper 5 months ago

Can You Tow With A Toyota Corolla Cross? Here's What You Need To Know

The Toyota Corolla Cross is the entry point in Toyota's crossover lineup. What does that say about its towing credentials? Can you tow with a Corolla Cross?

Cars By Charlie Berrey 5 months ago

The Biggest Differences Between General Motors' LS & LT Engines

If you're looking to engine swap your car, your best bet is often a small block V8 from General Motors. What are the differences between the LS and LT engines?

Older blue cell phone handset in the light of a flashlight

Smartphones By Anthoni Oisin 5 months ago

What Is A Burner Phone And How Do You Buy One?

While burner phones are a staple of crime dramas and Hollywood, there are valid reasons why someone in real life may consider using a burner phone.

Cars By Erynn Ruiz 5 months ago

5 Tips To Improve Gas Mileage In An Older Car

Cut fuel costs and boost efficiency with practical tips for getting better gas mileage in your older car, from smart driving to simple maintenance.

Man on a Ducati Panigale V4 doing a burnout, side view

Motorcycles By Charles Earley 5 months ago

Which Is The Most Difficult Ducati Motorcycle To Ride? Here's What Riders Are Saying

There's a Ducati motorcycle for just about every type of rider and skill level. What are riders saying? Which Ducati is the most difficult to ride?

Black 2025 Range Rover on the road in a city

SUVs and Crossovers By Mike Shutt 5 months ago

Which Land Rover Models Offer All-Wheel Steering?

Land Rover's offerings are known for their off-road capabilities and impressive list of features, but does that extend to all-wheel steering?

Milwaukee By John Davis 5 months ago

Yes, You Can Buy Milwaukee At Ace Hardware, But Is It Any Cheaper?

Milwaukee is recognized for making quality tools that can get the job done. However, here's what you need to know before buying them at Ace Hardware.

close up view of an Audi RS6 C8 dash panel driving on the Autobahn

Cars By Humphrey Bwayo 5 months ago

How To Know If Your Car Has A Top Speed Limiter (And Can You Turn It Off?)

A top speed limiter is a pre-set factory restriction that stops a car from exceeding a set speed. How do you know if you've got one and can you turn it off?

A black Kenworth W900 1961 conventional semi truck at a motor show

Trucks By D Figg 5 months ago

5 Of The Most Iconic Semi-Trucks Powered By The Cummins X15 Engine

A reliable powerplant is a make-or-break consideration in shipping, and Cummins powers some of the most iconic semi-trucks in the industry.

The front of a Ford Mustang Dark Horse outside a luxury home

Cars By Charlie Berrey 5 months ago

Can You Put A 3.5L EcoBoost V6 Engine In A Ford Mustang?

Throughout its life, the Ford Mustang has offered a whole variety of different powertrains. Can you put Ford's highly tunable 3.5 EcoBoost V6 in a Mustang?

Mechanic working beside a Milwaukee Toolguard 30-inch 7-Drawer Steel Storage Rolling Cabinet

Milwaukee By Jack Picone 5 months ago

Milwaukee 234-Piece Master Tool Chest: Here's Everything That's Included

If you're looking to flesh out your collection of Milwaukee tools, the company's 234-piece Master Tool Chest is perfect, but there is one small catch.

person pouring engine oil into vehicle through funnel

Cars By Philip Kambutu 5 months ago

Can You Use Synthetic Motor Oil In A Classic Car? (And Should You?)

Synthetic motor oil lasts longer and protects engines better than conventional oil, and here's the science behind whether to use synthetic oil in an older car.

Ram 2500 parked with an SRT-10 muscle truck on a trailer

Trucks By Chloe Clougher 5 months ago

The Insane Amount Of Weight A Ram 2500 Cummins Can Tow May Surprise You

Some pickups can tow, and some pickups can really, really tow. The modern Ram 2500 Cummins is one of the latter, but the Hemi V8 version isn't too bad either.

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