Category: Cars
This New $20 Harbor Freight Product Can Take The Mess Out Of DIY Oil Changes
So, you want to change your own oil. Here’s the thing: Adding new oil’s the easy part. It’s getting rid of the old oil that’s the real struggle…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] This New $20 Harbor Freight Product Can Take The Mess Out Of DIY Oil Changes
5 Car Performance Numbers That Most Drivers Shouldn’t Care About
There are many factors to consider when buying a vehicle, whether new or used. Not only are there vital questions to ask oneself before committing to any new car, but there’s also the seemingly endless parade of vehicles to choose from, be they practical crossovers or svelte, two-seater performance cars. One of the main ways…
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Amazon Is Giving Prime Members 20 Cents Off On Gas – How (And Where) To Use It
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It doesn’t seem that gas prices are going to dip anytime soon, so seeking out savings is crucial for any budget. Fortunately, some businesses are doing what they can to ease the burden their customers are facing, even in small ways…. Check out the original…
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Are Four-Cylinder Engines Better Than Three-Cylinder Ones?
It’s an argument practically as old as the combustion engine itself: What’s the best configuration of cylinders? V6 or V8, V8 or V12, straight engines versus V engines, and so on. And, in this case, an inline-4 or an inline-3? At first glance, it appears to be a simple answer — four cylinders are better…
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This State Is Cracking Down On Mini Bike Riders Who Drive On Public Roads
Mini bikes can be a fun weekend hobby, especially if you’re riding one of the fastest models ranked by top speed. Of course, riding responsibly should always be the objective, and that means taking proper safety precautions beforehand. But responsibility also extends to where mini bikes are ridden…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] This…
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This State Has Costco’s First Stand Alone Gas Station – Will It Be Members Only?
The best thing about retail warehouse stores is obviously the selection. After all, where else can you buy a new T-shirt, birthday cake, and a set of tires on the same day? But the ability to fill up with gas before leaving the parking lot is a plus as well. That’s why stores like Costco,…
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These Michelin Tires Have The Highest Customer Satisfaction Scores, According To Consumer Reports
There are a number of high-quality tire brands on the market, but it’s hard to find one more consistently rated for its quality than Michelin. It came out on top in SlashGear’s own ranking of every major tire brand, and Consumer Reports (CR) places it at the top of its list as well. Across Michelin’s…
Why Did Car Manufacturers Stop Using Automatic Seat Belts?
Curious what an automatic seatbelt even is? Well, you must be on the younger side. These were pretty common in the late 1980s into the 1990s. You’d sit down in your car, shut the door, and an automatic belt would be strapped across you…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] Why Did Car Manufacturers Stop…
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The Real Difference Between Pickup Truck And Car Engines
Are pickup truck engines the same as those used in normal passenger or sports cars? The answer is both yes and no. Physically, at least, there’s usually little that separates an engine in a truck’s engine bay from one in a car’s. After all, there have been plenty of times in the industry’s history when…
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12 Of The Best Motorcycle Gear Brands Bikers Swear By
More than just an affinity, or a bit of loyalty to certain brands, I owe my life and limbs to well-built motorcycle gear — and I know countless riders who can say the same thing. In my 20s, I was in a motorcycle crash on the freeway that could’ve easily taken my life. Thankfully, I…
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China’s Lithium Battery Industry Powers A Lot More Than EVs
In a 2024 International Energy Agency report on batteries and energy security, Executive Director Fatih Birol said a sustainable future will “critically hinge on whether or not we will see batteries having a significant market share in the global energy system. ” Two years later, the agency reported that usage of lithium-ion batteries had increased…
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