Consumer Reports' Emergency Handling Tests Look Super Fun
The way Consumer Reports tests new vehicles looks like a ton of fun. Here are some of the tests the organization uses and why they're so important.
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The Reason Power Lines Have Orange Balls Is Almost As Interesting As How They Get There
While orange ones are most common, these power line balls also come in other colors, such as white and yellow. And they are much larger than you think.
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Michelin's Strange PLR Tire-Testing Car Was A 10-Wheeled Fever Dream
This French monstrosity could technically drive on 11 tires powered by two Chevy small-block V8s, and it served an incredibly important purpose.
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The 2004 Ram Rumble Bee Was The OG Fast, Flashy, Hemi-Powered Mopar Muscle Truck
Ram revealed a new 1500 Rumble Bee model this week, but it isn't the first go-around for this spicy, muscled-up version of the full-size pickup truck.
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Adding A Sidecar To Your Harley-Davidson Isn't For The Faint Of Heart
Want to add a sidecar to your Harley-Davidson? it's not as easy as bolting it on and calling it a day. The DIY route takes time, patience, and the right gear.
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This Is The Massive Barge NASA Uses To Transport Space Rockets
The components used to launch the Artemis II astronauts into space are truly massive. Here's how NASA moves those parts around the country.
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PennDOT Screwed Up Thousands Of Road Tests And Is Making Drivers Retake It
PennDOT says the affected motorists will have to swap their licenses for learner's permits should they be unable to retest, which is a big setback.
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The Car Insurance Mascots That Were Too Creepy, Cringe, Crass, Or Just Plain Boring To Survive
While some advertisements utilize loveable brand ambassadors, others are too weird and annoying to survive, like these discontinued car insurance mascots.
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This Might Be The Slowest Sustained Engine RPM Ever
These engines took minutes to start up and their unique two-stroke design allowed them to idle by rocking back and forth, completing 0 revolutions per minute.
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How To Choose The Right Replacement Battery For Your Old Harley-Davidson
If you have an older Harley-Davidson with a dead battery, you may be wondering how pick the right replacement. Here's how to choose a new Harley battery.
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Do All Official U.S. Road Signs Use The Same Font And Design?
America's highway signs are not uniform. A decades-long battle between two fonts has led to differences in signs across states and even along the same routes.
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How Well Does The Tire Sealant Kit That Replaced Your Spare Tire Actually Work? Here's What Experts Say
Not every change signifies progress. So it's worth asking whether losing the spare, its weight, and its cost in favor of a tire-sealing kit was a good move.
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Why Do Rideshare Drivers Need Special Car Insurance?
You're a driver for Uber or Lyft, and you get into an accident. Surely the company's insurance will cover you, right? Ah, but there's a catch or two.
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What Will You Learn At A Defensive Driving Course (That Could Also Save Money On Your Insurance)?
"Defensive driving" may sound like it's all about driving slowly, but there's more to it than that. And taking a class can bring you a welcome discount.
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How Oil Filters Can Improve Fuel Economy
Your driving habits affect your mileage, of course. But other things also can make a difference between high and low mpg ... including your oil filter.
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Which Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Work Well For Two Riders?
Hitting the road on a bike with that special someone is a romantic idea, for sure. But it will work far better with some Harleys than it will with others.
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Here's What Not To Say When Making An Auto Insurance Claim
With millions of car crashes every year, the odds are good that at some point, you'll have to file an insurance claim. Don't make it harder on yourself.
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Why Harley-Davidson's Switch To V-Twins Was Harder Than Just Adding Another Cylinder
Harley started out with a one-cylinder engine, then after six years added a second cylinder. But getting to an acceptable version proved a bumpy ride.
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Harley-Davidson's $110K Motorcycle Doesn't Know What The Word Depreciation Means
Some vehicles start losing value the moment they leave the showroom, but this limited-edition bike has held its worth on resale markets amazingly well.
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How Complaints From The British Led To Harley-Davidson Creating The XR-750
The Brits complained that American Motorcyclist Association rules were keeping them from winning races. The fallout led to the birth of a great racing bike.
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