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When Were Power Windows Invented?

The power window is the unsung hero of the modern world. It’s a device most of us rely on daily, and when it’s not there, it can ruin your whole day. Power windows are, as most of us know, windows that are opened and closed by pressing a button. This is a vast improvement over …
by Katie Clime
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Toyota Corolla compact hatchback car on display at Brussels Expo
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Does the Toyota Corolla Have Apple CarPlay?

Toyota is probably most well known for its compact and fuel-efficient cars. The Prius still gets some of the best gas mileage out of any competitor, even if it’s an older model. The Camry is also a popular pick thanks to its advanced safety features and excellent crash test scores. The Toyota Corolla one of …
by Addison White
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Why 0-60 Times Don’t Matter in the Real World

Whether you’re talking cars or motorcycles, the most-common performance metric is the 0-60 time. It’s what helped sell a lot of people on electric cars. And it’s not like there are too many places you can legally go 250+ mph. But, in many ways, the 0-60 time isn’t actually the best yardstick of a car’s …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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What The Top Three 2020 Presidential Candidates Drive

Every four years, United States presidential candidates try to get the attention of the media as much as possible to pontificate. Their speaking engagements, television interviews, town halls, and bus tours are all arranged so that the voters for the next election can get a better sense of who the candidates are and the direction …
by HJ Pizarro
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The Added Annual Cost of Driving for Every Mile You Live Away from Work

Americans spend a lot of time driving in their cars during the course of the year. From spur-of-the-moment road trips to regular car rides to family get-togethers, there’s a reason that many people consider their vehicles to be their second home. Still, for many people all over the United States, the daily commute is where …
by Christina Nunn
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Rebelle Rally 2019 | Photo : Nicole Dreon
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What is the Rebelle Rally?

Blending the love of driving with the challenge of precise navigation, the Rebelle Rally is the first women’s off-road navigation rally in the United States. While some rallies are known for speed, racing against the clock. The Rebelle Rally is not a race for speed. Fully engaging the mind, body, and spirit over ten days, …
by Alice Chase
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What Happened To the Knight Rider Cars?

The Knight Industries Two Thousand car, more commonly known as KITT, was the automotive star in the television series Knight Rider from the early 1980s. As is common with television productions, multiple cars were used for the series. So, over 20 cars were eventually acquired and modified appropriately for their role either as the hero …
by HJ Pizarro
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The Upside-Down Car Purchase Danger

Regardless of individual or household budget, a car purchase is going to be necessary at some point for people in the United States. Although mass transit, ride-sharing, and a hyperloop, are all making headways, there is going to come a time when either a big check will be signed to purchase a car outright, or a …
by HJ Pizarro
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What Features Come Standard on the Chevrolet Malibu?

Last fully redesigned for the 2016 model year, the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu has a similar design to last year’s model. Car and Driver calls the 2020 Malibu “a safe, solid choice.” While that doesn’t make it sound super exciting, there are five different trim levels for buyers to choose from – L, LS, RS, LT, …
by Ed Reeves
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Where Have All the Dune Buggies Gone?

There was a time that Dune Buggies were a part of car culture throughout the United States. People bought and built them everywhere. They were not necessarily used just on dunes, though. The simple novelty of the vehicle made it attractive in every neighborhood because it was fun and different. Today, they are not as …
by HJ Pizarro
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5 Most Affordable Sports Cars: The Answer Isn’t Always Miata

Among the car enthusiast community, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is almost always the answer to any automotive question posed by newcomers and veterans alike: Which affordable rear-wheel drive convertible should I buy? What’s a cheap drift car that’s not a 240sx? I need a reliable, economical, fun-to-drive daily. Thoughts? It’s easy to see why gearheads …
by Jimmy Brown
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2020 Mazda3 Hatchback: What You Should Know About That Big Blind Spot

The 2020 Mazda3 hatchback is getting pretty stellar reviews — Edmunds lists it as No. 7 in small hatchbacks, and Car and Driver gives the new Mazda3 lineup a solid four out of five rating. If you’ve been considering purchasing this little hatchback, though, you may have heard of its one major downside: incredibly poor rear …
by Tegan Watson
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Does the Honda Civic Have Apple CarPlay?

Are you inseparable from your iPhone no matter where you roam?  Thanks to the robust connectivity of Apple CarPlay, you can now access many of your favorite iPhone apps on the road whether you’re running errands or on a road trip adventure. Many of today’s most popular cars, trucks, and SUVs have Apple CarPlay connectivity …
by Tina Pavlik
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What Does The Octane Rating of Gas Really Mean

The habitual notion of pumping gas into your car is so common and mundane we typically continue to do so without thinking. If you have ever found yourself staring at those big numbers plastered to the buttons of the pump or wondering why it seems to costs so much more just to buy certain kinds …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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Five Interesting Features in the New 2020 Lincoln Aviator

With a new look, new powertrains (including a hybrid version), and a host of tech-savvy features, the all-new 2020 Lincoln Aviator adds an innovative touch to the mid-size SUV segment. While we can always expect a new luxury SUV to bring about technologies, the Aviator has a few that are truly unique. Calm screen It’s …
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Gordon Murray’s T.50 Surpasses McLaren F1 He Designed

Gordon Murray, the South African designer, probably never thought he’d get the chance to out design what is considered his Mona Lisa; the McLaren F1. But he is on the verge of producing what could surpass the F1. This time it won’t be through McLaren but instead with his own Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA). Those …
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