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Why Do We Call It a Piggyback Ride?

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It's a strange phrase when you think about it, as people don't normally ride pigs. So where did it come from?

1955-1962 MGA

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The 1955-1962 MGA was a more modern, faster, sportier replacement for the aging MG-TF model. Explore the characteristics that make this MGA a classic.

How Light Works

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Some of the brightest minds in history have focused their intellects on the subject of light. Einstein even tried to imagine riding on a beam of light. We won't get that crazy, but we will shine a light on everything scientists have found so far.

Does time change speed?

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Time dilation is the reason why boring things seem to take so long but time flies when you're having fun. Learn how time dilation affects the speed of time.

Do hummingbirds have sex in midair?

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Do hummingbirds have sex in midair? Learn about the amazing hummingbird and find out if they really have to hover all of the time.

What Is a Quartz Watch?

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Quartz watches actually use quartz crystals to keep time. How can they be so accurate? Find out why quartz makes such a great time keeper.

How the Radio Spectrum Works

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AM radio, FM radio, CB radio... These are all different chunks of the radio spectrum. Find out about the thousands of different uses for radio waves!

1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 Avanti II

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The Avanti II was created when Leo Newman and Nate Altman bought the Avanti name and manufacture from Studebaker. Learn about this custom luxury car.

1962, 1963, 1964 Pontiac Grand Prix

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High performance and sleek styling characterized the 1962-1964 Pontiac Grand Prix. Learn more about the design of the 1962-1964 Pontiac Grand Prix.

How Sequential Gearboxes Work

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Combine the ease of an automatic with the driver control of a manual, and what you've got is a sequential manual transmission. A simple forward push advances the gear. Learn all about the sequential gearbox.

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