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How Steering Wheel Controls Work
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Steering wheel controls allow drivers to keep their eyes on the road. Learn all about steering wheel controls at HowStuffWorks.
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 do Astronauts Poop in Space?
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A bathroom in space requires unique engineering that is different from a bathroom on Earth. Learn about the features of a bathroom in space.
What are fit and finish and why do they matter?
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What are fit and finish and why do they matter? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about fit and finish and why they matter.
Does Your Fridge Water Taste Bad? Here's How to Fix It
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That fridge dispenser is supposed to make it easy to get a pure delicious-tasting glass of water. But often you taste something stale, metallic or foul. Why is that and how do you fix it?
Why Did Cars Have 'Suicide Doors' and Do They Still Exist?
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The popular name for car doors that opened from the rear rather than the front is "suicide doors". Why are they called that, and do any cars have this feature?
How White Matter Helps the Brain's Gray Matter Function
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We've all heard of the brain's gray matter, but what about the white matter? What does it do?
Can your car tell you when the light's about to change?
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Can your car tell you when the traffic light is ready to change? Learn about Audi's Project Traffic Light Online system at HowStuffWorks.
How much horsepower does a supercharger add?
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How much horsepower does a supercharger add? Learn more about superchargers and engine performance at HowStuffWorks.
Is downloading free software safe?
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The Interwebs are full of freebies, especially when it comes to software. But before you click on that tempting free download, you might want to think twice -- and do your homework first.