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Kaanii Powell Cleaver

Kaanii Powell Cleaver began as a contributing writer for MotorBiscuit in 2020 and focuses most content on automotive trivia.

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Inventor James Dyson demonstrates his latest vacuum cleaner on March 14, 2005, in London

6 Things You Should Never Vacuum

Many people have been credited for the vacuum cleaner's invention and modification. One thing we know for sure is that the labor-saving device facilitates home and automotive maintenance in a big way. But despite the convenience, you should never, ever vacuum certain things. Here are six of them:
An overhead shot of a panoramic sunroof reveals the brown-leather interior of a 2016 BMW X1 xDrive 28i

Are Sunroofs Dangerous?

Nothing beats cruising around with fresh air and sunshine filling your car's cabin. On a starry night, a moonroof is equally delightful. You might think sunroofs and moonroofs are totally fun and completely safe. But, in fact, they can be dangerous. Here's how.
The Nissan logo displayed on a car at Nissan Marin on May 1, 2014, in San Rafael, California

Nissan Might Be the Most Vegan-Friendly Car Brand Around

Dedicated vegans avoid eating meat and dairy products, and they don't visit zoos. People who embrace an all-plant philosophy also don't wear fur, wool, silk, and leather. However, it's impossible to purchase a car not made with any animal products. But so far, Nissan seems to make the most vegan-friendly cars around.
A 2019 Nissan Leaf's center console showing a gear shifter and other controls. The Leaf is vegan-friendly.

Are There Any Cars That Are 100 Percent Vegan?

Ask a vegan if the cars they drive reflect their plant-based philosophy, and they might not have an answer at all. That's because no car is 100 percent vegan. But some vehicles are more vegan-friendly than others.
A person carrying a red plastic gas can on the side of the road

Is It True That 1 Ohio Town Outlawed Running Out of Gas?

Every year, tens of thousands of drivers find themselves stranded on the side of the road because they ran out of gas. Maybe they overestimated their gas mileage, or maybe they ignored the low-fuel indicator light. But in one Ohio town, is running out of gas against the law?
Boating alone, Robin Lee Graham, 18, holds his ginger tabby cat, Avanga, aboard his 24-foot sloop in 1967

Is Boating Alone Dangerous?

Boating can be a fun activity to share with friends, but some people prefer to boat alone. Although the perils of the sea may be amplified during a solo sail, individuals who adhere to a safety regimen can enjoy solitary seafaring without too many risks. Here's what you need to know about boating alone.
A person water skiing behind a boat in a waterway in Okeeheelee Park on March 26, 2021, in West Palm Beach, Florida

What Is the Best Speed for Water Skiing?

Since its invention in Minnesota in 1922, water skiing has been one of America's favorite pastimes. Few sports can compare to the exhilaration of riding a boat's wake. But skiers must be going fast enough to maintain momentum. So, what's the best speed for water skiing? Well, that depends.
A Boeing 737 MAX airplane lands following an FAA recertification flight at Boeing Field in Seattle in June 2020

What Does the FAA Do?

The FAA registers aircraft, develops air traffic rules, and investigates accidents. But that's not all this government agency does.