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The newer model Corvettes are beautiful to look at, but they've had a design flaw that customers have been complaining about. Here's what you need to know.
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You may have heard a mechanic or a car-loving friend describe a vehicle as "running lean." Since cars don't have fat content, what does this mean?
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Tread depth is an important tool to measure whether a tire is safe to drive on, but that doesn't explain the unusual measuring system for tires.
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Carbon fiber is a remarkable material, but its flaws mean that companies are on the lookout for a material that could replace it. Here's one of the contenders.
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One of the most recognizable semi truck features are the vertical exhaust stacks. Other than looking cool, do they actually serve any purpose?
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While you can find routers and access points in the same spot in an electronics store, they're not the same thing. Each has a separate purpose.
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There's a good reason why most of the semi-trucks on the road are rear-wheel drive. The alternative doesn't make much sense once you consider usage.
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The Model Y is certainly Tesla's most popular vehicle, outselling all the others. But is it also the brand's most reliable model? Let's take a look.
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Truck beds may seem like the most straightforward part of any pick-up truck's design, but there's actually a lot of thought that went into every detail.
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Even if you know that Costco offers car insurance, there's still the question of whether it's worth the buy. Thankfully reviewers can give us a good idea.
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If you're in the market for tires, you'll want to make sure you get the best warranty available, but does that mean you should go to Costco or Discount Tire?
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You're probably familiar with the term E87 gasoline, but how much ethanol is actually in it? Here's everything we know about that (and 85 Octane as well).
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Tugboats are typically covered all around with tires hanging from the sides, front, and rear. Here's why those tires are there and what they're used for.
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If you won't be riding your motorcycle for a while, you'll want something to keep its battery from dying. Should you get a trickle charger or battery tender?
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While America has federal standards for gas efficiency and emissions, California has its own minimums. Here's what that means for gas mileage in the state.
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It's certainly handy being able to see in real time how your driving affects your mileage. But how does your car do that? And how accurate are those figures?
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Diesel engines typically offer higher fuel efficiency and torque and longer lifespans than gas engines. How does the lack of a throttle body contribute?
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It's surprisingly easy to stick to motor oil options that are manufactured in the United States. Plenty of reputable brands you already know fit the bill.
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While most states limit the number of axles on a road vehicle, there are some uniquely large semi trucks on Michigan's highways.
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In higher elevation areas of the country, you may have noticed that there is an 85-octane option, but is it really the best choice for your car?
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Have I Been Pwned tells you if your personal data has been involved in a data breach, but you have to put in your email address to do it. Is it safe?
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Did you know a common parking mistake can warp your brake rotors? Learn what it is and how to avoid costly repairs.
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Harley Davidson takes the quality of its work very seriously, and that includes how mechanics earn the title of Master Technician. Here's what that entails.
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Kobo e-readers are starting to take a chunk out of Amazon's Kindle powerhouse, but can they load e-books from Libby as easily as Kindle? It's complicated.
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Knowing when to change your oil can be difficult, especially since there can be disagreements on the topic. Here's everything you need to know.
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Thinking about buying a used car battery? Learn if it’s safe, what to check for, and when it might actually be a smart move.
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Semi-trucks are big vehicles, and it's impossible to see everything going on around it. Knowing where a truck's blind spots are is important to road safety.
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