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How the GM Sunraycer Worked
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GM's Sunraycer was a solar car ahead of its time. Read the history of the sunraycer and why it almost took General Motors down with it.
How to Escape a Sinking Car
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You're trapped in your car and it's sinking. Could you break a window to get out? HowStuffWorks talks to experts about your chances in this scenario.
Are There Any Trillionaires? Not Yet, But We'll See One Soon
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A trillion dollars is a phenomenal sum of money, equivalent to 1,000 billion dollars. It's a figure so large it's almost unthinkable, yet we find ourselves wondering: Are there any trillionaires? According to Oxfam International, the world's first trillionaire is predicted to emerge within the next decade.
How Aluminum Works
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Aluminum is used in many products, from pots and pans to light bulbs and power lines. Learn how aluminum went undiscovered for so long.
1939 Buick Century
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The 1939 Buick Century had one more horsepower than a Cadillac, and several industry innovations. Find out more about the 1939 Buick Century.
How Prefab Houses Work
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Prefab houses are growing in popularity and size as more options become available. Learn about prefab houses and find out how prefab houses are constructed.
Ferrari Biographies
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The biographies of Ferrari's designers, engineers, and managers describe their contributions to Ferrari's success. Learn about these talented men.
Cruising Low and Slow: 10 Great Lowriders
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These 10 great lowriders are perfect for cruising bajito & suavecito. Check out details and pictures of 10 great lowriders.
True or False: Engine Edition
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From the V6 to the diesel engine, this quiz will look at 40 awesome facts about engines in cars, planes, trucks and more! Think you know everything there is to know about engines? Take this quiz now to find out!
Can You Guess if This Historical Story Is Fact or Fiction?
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Is it for real or a fraud? Dive into history with these popular stories and myths. Do you know which is a contender and which is a pretender? Test your recall with this "fact vs. fiction" quiz!