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How Many Bombers Does The United States Have?
The days of the sky darkening as waves of bombers pass over are long gone. America's arsenal of bombers is smaller and much more sophisticated these days. -
Whatever Happened To The Isuzu Trooper?
For two decades, the Isuzu Trooper was a popular sport utility vehicle on the market, but then it fell off the map. This is what led the Trooper to its doom. -
What Happened To Candi From Shark Tank Season 13?
In season 13 of "Shark Tank," an entrepreneurial couple pitched their company, Candi, hoping to get an investment, but were they successful? -
Here's How Buick's Nailhead V8 Engine Earned Its Name
Aside from having one of the cooler nicknames in auto engine history, Buick's Nailhead V8 also had a slick design and was tough as, well, nails. -
What Song Is Playing In Chevrolet's 'Down To Earth' EV Commercial?
Chevrolet's recent EV commercial "Down to Earth" was to show that its prices are lower than ever, but the song playing in the background is an all-time classic. -
Here's Why The KIA Cadenza Was Discontinued
KIA's Cadenza sedans were fairly popular in the 2010s, but the model was abruptly discontinued in 2020. The reasons why are a bit surprising. -
These Polaroid Printers Can Turn Your Smartphone Into An Instant Camera
Do you own a Polaroid Lab or a Hi-Print? Here's how to get started with either printer using the apps available for both iOS and Android. -
Who Owns Harbor Freight Tools And How Did The Company Get Started?
Harbor Freight Tools isn't as big as some other, better-known home improvement stores, but it keeps growing. Just who owns the company, though? -
What Happened To Ride FRSH Air Fresheners From Shark Tank Season 14 ?
In season 14 of Shark Tank, Donavan and Trey Brown pitch their company Ride FRSH, but how did it pan out? Here's what happened and where they are now. -
The Fastest Oldsmobile Bravada Was Built For A Special Reason
The Oldsmobile Bravada was one of the last cars the company released before it shut down and it designed a special pair of them to go fast for a great reason. -
3 Ways To Watch Blue Bloods Without A Cable Subscription
If you're a diehard "Blue Blood" fans but you no longer have a cable subscription, there are multiple ways to stream the show - and some of them are free. -
This Dash-Mounted Nintendo Game Boy Speedometer Is A Sight To Behold
Take your Nintendo nostalgia into overdrive with this speedometer that looks just like a Game Boy handheld. If only you could play games on it, too. -
What Are Burner Phones, And Where Can You Buy Them?
Despite their reputation as a tool of the criminal element, there are several legitimate uses for prepaid cell phones. Learn where to buy a burner. -
5 Smart Gardening Gadgets You'll Want Before Spring
Gardening can be a great hobby but also takes a lot of work. To help with this, here are five smart gardening gadgets you'll want before spring. -
Here's Why Fighter Jets Like The F-14 Have A Two-Seat Cockpit
The famous F-14 of "Top Gun" fame has a crew of two, the pilot and the Radio Intercept Officer or RIO. The RIO serves as navigator and operates the weapons. -
Manual Vs. Automatic: Which Motorcycle Transmission Is Right For You?
If you're thinking of getting into the world of motorcycles, you're probably wondering which transmission to pick between manual and auto. Let's break it down. -
The Story Behind Norman Reedus' Custom Indian Sport Chief Motorcycle
Norman Reedus is famous for riding motorcycles on screen and in real life, but none of the bikes are quite as cool as his custom Indian Sport chief. -
Common Reasons Your Vizio Remote Isn't Working
If your Vizio TV remote Is acting up or not working at all, we've got some easy suggestions that should get it back in working order quickly. -
Rolls-Royce Is Building A Micro Nuclear Reactor: Here's How It Plans To Use It
While nuclear power is not brand-new, its form factor is generally always massive and unwieldy. Rolls-Royce is aiming to make nuclear energy more compact. -
Who Makes Denali Brand Power Tools For Amazon, And Are They Any Good?
If you've shopped for DIY stuff on Amazon, you might have seen Denali brand power tools. Who really makes them and are they worth the investment? -
5 Things To Consider When Buying A Dashcam For Your Car
Thinking about setting up a dashcam for your vehicle? Here are five things that you should always keep in mind while you are shopping for cameras. -
Powerful People Mover: The History Behind Ford's Supervan
Who says that vans can't be exciting? From the 1970s to today, Ford has built multiple souped-up vans based on their Transit model that they call Supervan. -
What Is Porpoising In F1, And Why Does It Matter?
Newcomer F1 fans might find some of the sport's jargon hard to follow, and "porpoising" is a particularly strange term. Here's what it means. -
What Ever Happened To Hitachi Power Tools?
Among the recognized names in power tools and accessories, Hitachi has stepped away in favor of a new brand, but are the tools just as good as they were?
