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Sundown Towns: 'Hiding' Racism Right in the Open
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These towns, with all-white populations, may not be as blatant about their racism as they once were. But they're still here and being forced to face their ugly truth.
What's the Most Americans Have Ever Paid for Gas?
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Gas prices seem like they are currently out of control, but adjusted for inflation, there was another time when they were even higher. When was that, and what causes gas prices to fluctuate?
How Buick Works
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Founded in 1903, Buick quickly became a leading American automaker. Learn about Buick's history, including Buick models from 1903 to the present.
American or Japanese: How Many Cars Can You Identify?
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American- and Japanese-made cars have created and embodied entire automotive classes. There are so many beautiful, iconic and innovative models. But can you tell them apart?
10 Stand-up Facts About Waterless Urinals
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Waterless urinals still haven't quite broken through to the mainstream, but they can save users billions of gallons of water over standard models. Read on to find out how they work, and stay safe and sanitary.
How the Honda Accord Works
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The Honda Accord is synonymous with quality. See useful details, such as reliability ratings, about every Honda Accord model from 1977 to the present.
How Chrysler Works
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Walter Chrysler parted with Buick to start his own company. Learn about the origins of Chrysler, and how it became one of the famous "Big Three."
How Ford Works
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Ford Motor Company skyrocketed from obscurity to dominate the American auto industry in less than 12 years. Learn about Ford history and Ford cars.
Fallout: What Would Happen if the Hoover Dam Broke?
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The Hoover Dam holds back 10 trillion gallons of water. That's enough to cover the entire state of Connecticut. How much damage would be done if the dam broke?
Chrysler Chronos
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The Chrysler Chronos was born of a design competition and based on a 1953 classic. See photos of the 1998 Chrysler Chronos concept car.