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Who invented the spork?
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Behold the humble spork! Made of the cheapest plastic and seen mostly at public school cafeterias and fast food chains, it doesn't have an inspiring pedigree. But it's been around for a long time.
Will new motor mounts increase engine response?
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Is it possible for something as simple as new motor mounts to increase engine response in your car or truck? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
How does engine placement affect handling?
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There's a lot of talk about how engine placement affects handling; but does engine placement really matter all that much? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
How to Calculate Your Car's Fuel Consumption
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Do you know how to calculate your car's fuel economy in miles per gallon (mpg) and gallons per 100 miles (g/100m)? Learn how at HowStuffWorks.
Did NASCAR Really Start With Bootleggers?
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The high-octane stock car races of NASCAR are an American institution. But did NASCAR really start with bootleggers? Find out from HowStuffWorks.
Who popularized the term 'virtual reality'?
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The concept of virtual reality is nothing new, but we bet you didn't know that a quirky, math-loving, dreadlocked dude is famous for coining the term. Meet Jaron Lanier.
10 Best Green Cars
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How much do you know about the best 'green' cars? Keep reading to discover the 10 Best Green Cars (Plus: the Worst Offenders).
Will cars ever run on carbon dioxide, or is that marketing hype?
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Will cars ever run on carbon dioxide? Keep reading to discover if cars will ever run on carbon dioxide or if it is just marketing hype.
How was the Bay Bridge built?
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The Bay Bridge is a wonder of structural engineering. Find out how multiple architectural styles were incorporated into the bridge that unites Oakland with San Francisco.
How are bendy straws made?
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It bends to your will, it has nifty ridges, and it allows patients and little kids alike to slurp along with everyone else. How did the flexible straw begin its days?