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The Technology That Promises To Make Smart Highways A Reality
People have talked about smart highways for decades. The idea always seemed too good to be true, but this new technology promises to make it a reality.
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How Ford's Rushed Bronco II Became A Target For Rollover Lawsuits
Ford's Bronco II was marketed towards a younger audience, but it was also released with known issues that led to it being incredibly dangerous.
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What Happens To Your Insurance If You Crash Into A Really Expensive Car?
If you think basic coverage is enough, think again. Causing a car accident can be financially devastating, especially if you crash into aa luxury car.
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Škoda's Brilliant New Bicycle Bell Penetrates The Noise Cancelling Headphones Of Ignorant Pedestrians
Called the DuoBell, it's aimed at reducing the number of pedestrian and cyclist collisions, which are on the rise thanks to noise-cancelling headphones.
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Your Favorite Artist's Next Album Could Get Some Driver Killed
A new study shows a marked increase in traffic fatalities around the release of popular new albums, but the real cause might be a bit deeper.
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Oops! Woman Lights Cigarette While Driving, Blows Up Her Minivan Carrying A Leaking Propane Tank
Residents near the area said the explosion shook their homes so violently it made pictures fall off the wall. Luckily, the driver is okay.
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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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Volvo V70 Test Drive Ruined By Car Bursting Into Flames
Yesterday, a mother in Rossville, Georgia, had an exceptionally bad car-buying experience when the V70 she was test-driving burst into flames.
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Tesla Gamifies The Advanced Driver-Assistance Software It Wrongly Calls 'Full Self-Driving'
We're finally starting to make our roads safer, but adding a bunch of distracted, streak-chasing Tesla owners to the mix definitely won't help things.
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Delivery Drivers Are More Likely To Speed If You Tip Them More, Study Finds
If you add a little extra cash to the cost of your food delivery order, your food may arrive sooner, but at what cost?
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This Test Shows How Bullet Resistant Tires Can Be
What's the best way to find out how well a tire can stop bullets? Why not line up a bunch of rugged tires and fire increasingly heavy ammo at them.
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Here's How (And How Often) To Inspect Your Vehicle's Tires
Tires can suffer from a myriad number of issues, and if you don't keep on top of their maintenance, you could be in for a tough time on the road.
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You've Seen That Seatbelt Loop, But Do You Know What It Does?
If you've ever noticed a small loop of fabric on your car's seatbelt and wondered what its purpose is, you're not alone. Here's what it actually does.
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Chevy Corvette Under Stop Sale Because A Software Glitch Might Not Tell Drivers Their Turn Signals Are Out (Update: 33,000 Cars Impacted)
The fix, as is so often the case these days, is an over-the-air update.
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Waymo's Stopped Testing Robotaxis In New York City, So What Now?
The New York Department of Transportation has given no indication whether the permits will be renewed or expanded.
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Why Michelin Started Putting RFID Tags In Its Tires
RFID tags are everywhere, and thanks to French tire maker Michelin, they're now in your tires too. But why is this clever tech lurking behind your sidewalls?
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McLaren Artura And Luxury SUVs Smashed In Thwarted NYC Parking Garage Heist
I feel like this story should be from an old Norm MacDonald "Weekend Update" bit.
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Mercedes Recalls Over 3,700 Electric G-Wagens Because Their Wheels May Fall Off
The German automaker says it found the issue during its ongoing durability testing, and that it's very unlikely they would detach in real-world driving.
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The Science Trick That Can Cool A Scorching Hot Car Interior In Seconds
Cracking the windows a couple of inches? That's old hat. There's a new trick that will help you cool that unbearably hot car, and do it for free.
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Nissan Recalls 51 New Leaf EVs For Spontaneous Combustion, Even When Not Plugged In
The supplier discovered the cathode damage, figured out how it might have occurred, and changed its production process to avoid the issue in the future.
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Why Daytime Running Lights Are Mandatory In Europe But Not In The US
Daytime running lights were designed to increase visibility of vehicles in low-light conditions. But while Europe makes them mandatory, the U.S. doesn't.
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NHTSA Investigating Chinese Airbags That Have Killed 10 People
The inflators were imported into the United States by unknown importers, probably illegally, so NHTSA doesn't yet know how many vehicles could be affected.
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Is It Legal To Sleep Overnight At Rest Areas?
You're tired, you pull off the highway, and you wonder just how much rest you're allowed to get at the local rest area. In some places, the answer is: not much.
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Get Caught Speeding In Illinois? You Soon Might Have To Install A Speed Limiter
An Illinois bill aimed at repeat speeders and reckless drivers could soon require that drivers install speed-limiting devices in their cars.
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Australian Company Sheds Light On In-Car Sun Exposure By Reupholstering A Camry With Human-Like Skin That 'Burns' In Sunlight
A car that's upholstered in synthetic skin, hair, and even moles is a pretty stark reminder to wear your sunscreen, even when you're driving.
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Avoid Cheap Amazon Dashcams, Consumer Reports Says These Are Better Options
When it's your word against theirs, dashcam footage makes all the difference. Don't settle for a basic model — get a dashcam recommended by Consumer Reports.
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'Clanker Balls' Provide A Unique Solution To Truck-Eating Bridge
Hanging big orange boat-fender balls over a roadway is a low-tech solution, but hopefully it'll keep big trucks from running into this low bridge in Delaware.
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