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The Thrust SSC

Not only did the Thrust SCC break records, it also broke the sound barrier. But that’s not the only cool thing about this magnificent machine.
January 3, 2025 Allison Robertson
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My Apartment Garage Has Outlets Everywhere, But Management Says None Of Them Can Be Used For EVs. Is That Normal?

Walking through an apartment garage full of electrical outlets can make management's no-EV rule seem strange. After all, Level 1 charging can use a standard 120-volt outlet, and the U.S. Department of Energy says many EV owners can cover their daily driving by charging this way overnight. The important catch is that DOE specifically points to an outlet on a dedicated branch circuit near the parking location.
September 19, 2026 Jane O'Shea
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Strange NASCAR Rules Most Fans Don't Even Know About

Like all sports, NASCAR is replete with plenty of rules and regulations. And while most fans are aware of many of them—there are a bunch of rules that even the hardcore fans probably don't even know about.
April 17, 2025 Jesse Singer
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My neighbor installed a home charger without a permit; now my breaker keeps tripping. Should I report them?

Your neighbor installed an EV charger without a permit and your breaker keeps tripping. Learn what repeated trips can mean, when an electrician should inspect the system, and when reporting an unsafe home charger may be justified.
September 18, 2026 Jack Hawkins
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My Car’s Driver-Monitoring Camera Keeps Warning Me Because I Wear Sunglasses. Are These Systems Reliable Enough For Real Roads?

A driver-monitoring warning can feel strangely personal when you know you are staring straight ahead. In many modern cars, however, the system is interpreting camera data rather than actually understanding whether your mind is focused on driving. Sunglasses can make that job harder because some monitoring systems depend heavily on eye and gaze information. The problem is real enough that vehicle-safety organizations specifically test driver-monitoring systems with different kinds of eyewear.
September 18, 2026 Jane O'Shea
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My EV charger app went down, and now I can’t charge at home. Are smart chargers too dependent on software?

Your EV charger works perfectly—until its app goes offline. Here’s why smart home chargers can become useless during software outages, what owners can do, and whether simpler charging hardware might actually be better.
September 17, 2026 Jack Hawkins
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My extended warranty won’t cover a known defect. Isn’t that what extended warranties are for?

Discover why extended warranties often refuse to cover known defects—and what you can do about it. This in-depth automotive guide breaks down warranty loopholes, TSBs vs. recalls, consumer rights, and effective strategies to get your repair approved. Learn how to fight back, document your case, and understand your true coverage so you’re never caught off guard at the service counter again.
December 15, 2025 Jack Hawkins
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My car loan was approved, then the dealer called the next day to change the terms. Is that even legal?

A dealer says your car loan was approved, then calls back demanding new terms. Learn when financing can legally change, what yo-yo financing means, and how buyers can protect themselves.
September 17, 2026 Alex Summers
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GM Axed Pontiac After 84 Years—But Did It Save The Wrong Brand?

GM killed Pontiac after 84 years, saving Buick and GMC instead. Here’s why the decision made business sense, why fans still disagree, and whether Pontiac deserved another chance to survive.
September 17, 2026 Quinn Mercer