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A Harley Davidson Street Glide Special being ridden on a road in Zagreb by a rider in full kit

Cars By D Figg 5 months ago

10 Discontinued Cruiser Motorcycles We Wish Were Still Around

These discontinued cruiser motorcycles left a lasting mark with good looks, comfort, and big engines that ate up highways and back roads in style.

Driver holding the gear shift lever in a manual car

Cars By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago

What 'Lugging' An Engine Means (And Why You Should Never Do It)

Car enthusiasts always prefer manual transmissions, but they come with a few caveats. One of those is lugging the engine. Why should you avoid doing this?

4th of July fireworks celebrations in New York with the Empire State Building in the foreground.

Drones By Rahul Srinivas 5 months ago

One Oregon Town Is Replacing Fourth Of July Fireworks With Futuristic Tech

Firework shows to celebrate America's independence are a tradition that have been happening since 1777, but one town in Oregon is looking to change things up.

Front side-view of a red LS-swapped Mazda RX-8

Cars By Humphrey Bwayo 5 months ago

Is It Worth LS-Swapping A Mazda RX-8? Here's What Owners Say

The Mazda RX-8 is an enigmatic performance car, mostly because of its unique rotary engine. Is it actually worth swapping an LS engine into it?

The knuckle joint with suspension and steering bushings

Cars By James Hydzik 5 months ago

What Are Suspension Bushings? (And How To Tell If Yours Are Worn Out)

A vehicle's suspension comprises of many different components, including the bushings. How can you tell if your suspension bushings are worn out?

Electric Vehicles By Brian McHugh 5 months ago

What Is The Discharge Rate Of Tesla EV Batteries & How Long Would It Take To Completely Drain?

EV batteries, like any batteries, will discharge over time. But how quickly do the batteries in Tesla EVs discharge, and when would they go flat?

Motorcycle in the mountains drifting towards the left side of its lane.

Motorcycles By Rob Rich 5 months ago

Why Do Motorcyclists Sometimes Swerve In Their Lane?

Motorcycle riders perform a lot of different actions most in car don't understand, such as a plethora of hand signals. They're often seen swerving, too.

Technology By Charlie Berrey 5 months ago

How Do Airplanes Write Messages In The Sky?

Skywriting is the OG form of text messaging, printing words thousands of feet in the air, but how does it actually work? The answer is actually pretty simple.

Cars By Sagar Naresh 5 months ago

13 Of The Best-Selling Tire Brands At Walmart

It's no secret that Walmart supplies just about every modern need, including automotive care. These brands all sell tires in partnership with the superstore.

Person point to spare tire in wheel well

Cars By Patrick Phillips 5 months ago

The Difference Between A Spare Tire Vs Donut

In the event that you find yourself stranded with a flat, your car likely has a spare tire or a donut, but how do you tell the difference between them?

Home Theater system displaying big screen and speakers

TVs and Streaming By Patrick Phillips 5 months ago

What Does HTPC Stand For & Is It Really Worth Buying One Today?

If you're hunting for the best TV experience available, there is a bevy of streaming boxes, but you might have seen something called an HTPC. What are they?

SR-71A (2) and SR-71B trainer (center), at Edwards Air Force Base, California, 1992

Aviation By Jonathan H. Kantor 5 months ago

SR-71 Blackbird: What Is The Top Speed Of The World's Fastest Jet?

The SR-71 Blackbird spy plane is renowned for being the fastest military aircraft ever to enter service. It had no business flying as fast as it did.

A man trying to start a walk-behind mower

Technology By Shane Schmid 5 months ago

What Happens If You Use Old Gas In A Lawn Mower?

You shouldn't use old gasoline with your lawn mower or it can lead to some undesirable results. That said, you still need to recognize when its time to restock.

Ryobi By Quina Baterna 5 months ago

How Well Does Ryobi's Smart Cooler Work? Here's What Users Say

Ryobi's Smart Cooler is powered by the rechargeable batteries that have made its power tools popular. How well does it keep things cool? Here's what owners say.

People using different Milwaukee hand trucks

Milwaukee By Patrick Phillips 5 months ago

Milwaukee Hand Trucks: Who Owns The Company & What All Do They Sell?

If you need to move something incredibly heavy or large, a Milwaukee hand truck can be helpful. Here's everything you should know about the company.

Technology By Nadeem Sarwar 5 months ago

Here's Why RC Helicopters Can Fly Upside Down (And Why Real Ones Don't)

RC helicopters have quite a few differences than passenger and military helicopters, which is why they can fly upside down. Here's what you need to know.

Tools By Charlie Berrey 5 months ago

How (And How Often) To Change Your Riding Lawn Mower Blades

The blades of your riding lawn mower will eventually need to be changed no matter how often your sharpen them. Here's how and when to change them.

Technology By KR Manalo 5 months ago

What's An Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) & What Is It Used For?

Power outages are common throughout the world, which is a big problem when the majority of the modern world depends on electricity. That's where a UPS comes in.

Computer hacker wearing a hoodie looking at computer screens

Internet By Lynnae Williams 5 months ago

What Does It Mean If Your Email Was Found On The Dark Web?

You may have gotten a warning from a service that your e-mail or other credentials were found on the dark web. Here's what that means and how to prevent it.

Cars By Quina Baterna 5 months ago

Why Are TikTokers Flipping Ford Logos Backwards

TikTok creators have been going viral for videos showing a mirrored version of the Ford logo. What are these videos all about, and why are they so popular?

Technology By Daksh Chaudhary 5 months ago

What Is The 120-Percent Rule When Using Solar Panels?

Many solar panel buyers don't find out about the 120% rule until late in the installation process. It's not obvious, so don't let it take you by surprise.

Person carrying a Milwaukee Hot Shot Jump Starter

Milwaukee By Patrick Phillips 5 months ago

Milwaukee's New Hotshot Jump Starter: What It Costs, How It Works, & Where You Can Buy One

Milwaukee has announced a new Hotshot Jump Starter designed for even the most extreme conditions. Here's how it works and where to find one.

An image showcasing the comparison between an Nvidia GPU and an AMD GPU

Computers and Tablets By Ali Hassan 5 months ago

Nvidia DLSS 4 Vs. FSR 4: Which Frame Generation Tech Is Better Right Now?

Nvidia's DLSS 4 and AMD's FSR 4 are the new hotness in AI upscaling for graphics cards, but can one outperform the other? What about compatibility?

Woman on her phone while sitting next to smart coffee machine

Technology By Mikael Trench 5 months ago

What Is A Smart Coffee Maker & Are They Worth Using? Here's What Owners Say

Smart coffee makers, like Fellow Aiden and xBloom are becoming more popular, but is an app-based coffee maker really better than your traditional model?

A family making ice cream with Ninja CREAMi

Technology By Quina Baterna 5 months ago

Ninja CREAMi Vs Ninja Swirl: Which Kitchen Appliance Is A Better Option For You?

Tired of the McDonald's ice cream machine always being broken, or want to make a healthy dessert? The Ninja CREAMi or the Ninja Swirl might be perfect for you.

Tablets By Lynnae Williams 5 months ago

Here's How To Check Your iPad's Battery Health And History

Your iPad's battery can degrade and die over time just like any other battery-powered device. Fortunately, Apple has made it easy to check the battery life.

Promo image of the main video view of TikTok Lite

Promoted By Nadeem Sarwar 5 months ago

Introducing TikTok Lite – The Faster, Data-Friendly Version Of Your Favorite App

For those struggling to browse TikTok on limited data or spotty network connections, the TikTok Lite variant can help deal with storage and data woes.

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