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The Humble Digital Caliper Takes The Guesswork Out Of Precise Measurements

The Humble Digital Caliper Takes The Guesswork Out Of Precise Measurements

This cheap tool has so many uses around the home or in the shop.

The Ever Given Saga Ends While The Shipping Container Shortage Worsens

The Ever Given Saga Ends While The Shipping Container Shortage Worsens

The big boat that was stuck and then un-stuck and then held has made it to Rotterdam.

Someone Crammed A Chevy Camaro's 323-HP V6 Into A Geo Tracker

Someone Crammed A Chevy Camaro's 323-HP V6 Into A Geo Tracker

This just might be the coolest Geo Tracker in existence.

Cars Are Awesome, But What Other Vehicles Do You Drive?

Cars Are Awesome, But What Other Vehicles Do You Drive?

The world is full of all kinds of fun vehicles. Do you also fly a plane or sail a ship?

This Mammoth Amphibious RV Is A Yacht You Can Drive On The Road

It looks like a regular Class-A RV, but this one does double duty as a yacht.

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution II GSR, Studebaker Champion, Ducati 1098S: The Dopest Vehicles I Found For Sale Online

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution II GSR, Studebaker Champion, Ducati 1098S: The Dopest Vehicles I Found For Sale Online

A couple of imports, a seriously quick superbike and some classics.

Ride Off Into The Sunset On Steve McQueen's Husqvarna Viking 360

Ride Off Into The Sunset On Steve McQueen's Husqvarna Viking 360

Steve McQueen's first Husqvarna is rolling across the auction block.

You're Not Wrong -- American Trucks And SUVs Have Gotten As Big As WWII Tanks

You're Not Wrong -- American Trucks And SUVs Have Gotten As Big As WWII Tanks

Your eyes have not deceived you. A modern Ram or F-150 is about the size of an M4 Sherman.

Here's What Happens When You Try To Clean Engine Oil Using 50 Oil Filters

Can a mountain of filters be used to restore engine oil? Garage 54 finds out.

Tom Hanks Is Selling His Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser At Auction

Tom Hanks Is Selling His Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser At Auction

This classic off-roader has tasteful mods and a signature from the man himself.

Maine Is Cancelling The Registrations Of Imported JDM Cars

Maine Is Cancelling The Registrations Of Imported JDM Cars

Maine is turning fun, capable vehicles into lawn ornaments.

This 42,000-Mile Sunburst Yellow Mazda Miata Is A Rare Time Capsule

This 42,000-Mile Sunburst Yellow Mazda Miata Is A Rare Time Capsule

Miatas look their best in bright and flashy colors.

What May Be The Best Chevy Lumina On The Planet Will Cost You $4,800

What May Be The Best Chevy Lumina On The Planet Will Cost You $4,800

Just when you thought used car prices couldn't get crazier.

Here's How To Import A Japanese Car To America Without Making Your Head Explode

Here's How To Import A Japanese Car To America Without Making Your Head Explode

You can import a car yourself, but it's better to get an expert involved.

An Advanced Diagnostic Tool Can Make You A Wrenching Superhero

An Advanced Diagnostic Tool Can Make You A Wrenching Superhero

Having some advanced diagnostic equipment can make you feel like a car doctor.

What’s One Thing That's Always Worth Spending Extra Money On?

What’s One Thing That's Always Worth Spending Extra Money On?

There are some things that you should never cheap out on.

Floatplane Pilot Fires Up Engine Then Casually Rams Another Floatplane

This is going to be a hard one to explain to the insurance company.

This Suspiciously Cheap Wish.com Motorcycle Airbag Vest Is Just A Lifejacket

If it's too good to be true, it might just be a lifejacket.

This Ford Transit Van Camper Conversion Looks Cozier Than A House

This Ford Transit Van Camper Conversion Looks Cozier Than A House

It looks like a plumber's van but contains a cute little camper.

This Ridiculous Crap-Era EV Uses A Hair Dryer As A Window Defroster

This Ridiculous Crap-Era EV Uses A Hair Dryer As A Window Defroster

The Electrek Uncar is so silly that you can't help but laugh.