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10 Women Who Broke New Ground in Engineering
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One of the most travelled stretches of U.S. highway was designed by a woman who loved mathematics and wasn't interested in being a teacher. Who was she, and where is it?
How Brake Assist Works
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Brake assist helps stop a vehicle faster to avoid crashes. Read about cutting-edge brake assist technologies on HowStuffWorks.
How the Smart Car Works
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Learn how the Smart Car technology works, learn about Smart Car safety and other Smart Car features and compare Smart Car models in the U.S. and abroad.
Are teens more likely to die in a car accident than adults?
You might think more teens die in car accidents in the U.S. than adults. HowStuffWorks digs into the statistics to see if that's true.
How AMBER Alert Works
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A child being kidnapped is a parent's worst nightmare. Learn how the AMBER Alert system can help return children safely.
What's the Secret Behind the Numbers on the Interstate Signs?
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Why is one road named I-5 while another is I-480? We take a closer look at the digits on those red, white and blue shield-shaped signs.
How the Autobahn Works
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The autobahn has a reputation for high-speed freedom, but it's not as wild as you may think. Read about the autobahn at HowStuffWorks.
Plain Language Replacing '10-Codes' in Many Police Jurisdictions
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Police and fire departments across the U.S. are eliminating jargon like '10-4' in favor of every-day vernacular. HowStuffWorks explains why.
How Air Taxis Will Work
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Air taxis could make a trip to the beach or a visit with friends and relatives go from taking six hours on the highway to a quick, no-hassles plane ride. Find out how the air-taxi system will operate.
Your Car May Soon Say 'No' to Drunk Driving
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Two U.S. Senators have introduced legislation to mandate technology to could end drunk driving by 2024. HowStuffWorks looks at the RIDE Act.