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A scuba diver uses a sea scooter, also known as a diver propulsion vehicle (DPV), at a shipwreck in August 2017 outside Bonassola Liguria, Italy

How Does a Sea Scooter Work?

Sea scooters are growing in popularity. They're great for scuba diving, especially if you have to carry extra gear for more technical dives, and they're usually light enough that if the battery dies, you can still tow it back to your boat or the shore. You can even use them in pools.
A Virginia vanity plate that spells 'OCN MTNS' for Ocean Mountains

How Much Does a Vanity Plate Cost in Each State?

If you're looking for subtle customization options, consider getting a new vanity plate. Vanity plates require a little extra planning, as they have to be renewed each year like a regular license plate. However, we'll break down the average cost of a vanity plate and how to get one.
A blue Little Trees air freshener hanging within a crane in Portland

5 of the Longest-Lasting Car Air Fresheners

Regular cleaning and maintenance are the best way to keep a vehicle smelling clean and fresh, but car air fresheners are a great way to fight everyday odors. Keep in mind, not all car air fresheners are the same, and knowing which is the best car air freshener to fit your needs is crucial.
Packages of toilet paper being unloaded from a car trunk

Do You Really Need Special Toilet Paper for Your RV?

RV toilet paper is not like two-ply tissue you get at the grocery store. You will want biodegradable toilet tissue since you're flushing toilet paper and waste into your RV's black tank. If your toilet paper does not begin to break down once it hits the water, you may end up with clogs and smells.
A truck bed tent set up near a campsite with a fire and a starry night sky

The 5 Best Truck Bed Tents for Every Budget

If you're a camper that loves the great outdoors and has a truck, you should consider using a truck bed tent. There are truck bed tent models designed to fit full-size or compact trucks of nearly any bed configuration. Here's what to consider before converting your truck into a camper on wheels.
South Florida resident Andrea Kmetz buys a portable generator and bottled water in preparation for Hurricane Matthew on October 5, 2016, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

4 Best Portable Generators According to Bob Vila

During hurricane season, severe winds and rain can wipe out power grids in an instant; the same is true for winter storms and wildfires. To help you better prepare for severe weather, here are four of the best portable generators according to Bob Vila.
A man carrying an air mattress into a festival as it rains

3 Best Air Mattresses for Your Car, Truck, or SUV

Road trips are all the rage this summer. However, when the sun sets, or you are too tired, you will have to rest. Having to sleep in the backseat. However, it is easy to fix that. You can use accessories like an air bed, making it more comfortable to sleep in your car.