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10 Most Underrated Off-Road Accessories
Popular Mechanics - By Ben Stewart and Timothy Dahl
Be prepared. Winches and big tires are fun and showy add-ons, but these off-road accessories will provide the most bang for your buck and are vital for getting unstuck.
Jun 9, 2017
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- Autos
One Simple Tip for Faster, Safer Winter Driving
Popular Mechanics - By Alexander George
And it works pretty much everywhere else, too. Look where you want to go. So simple, and so effective that every pro driver does it. But so unintuitive that you have to practice to get it right. That’s...
Dec 9, 2019
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- Autos
How to Get Keys Out of a Locked Car
Popular Mechanics - By Andrew Northshield
Locked your keys in the car? Don't be ashamed—you're not alone. In fact, so many people searched for this topic on the internet that we decided to write this story. It happens to the best of us: You’re...
Dec 19, 2018
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- Autos
The Hottest Cars of All Time
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Take a trip with us through time—from the past to the future—as we look back on the most badass cars ever made and glimpse what we can expect in the future. People have been enjoying the art of the car—everything...
Jan 20, 2017
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How to Repair Car Paint Chips
Popular Mechanics - By Paul Wright
Car paint chip repair is easy to take on, as long as you can find the right paint—and let your layers dry. Stone chips detract from the appearance of your car but also can provide toeholds for rust to...
Feb 26, 2018