Columbus, OH

Family Handyman

Conventional heat pumps have been heating and cooling homes for decades. In fact, about one in three homes in the United States already uses one. However, heat pumps are mostly found in southern and southwest states because they don’t work efficiently in subfreezing temperatures. They work great in temperate climates but are notoriously inefficient and expensive to run in cold Northern winters.

Pairing a Heat Pump with Furnace: What to Know About Dual-Fuel Systems

Homes & Gardens

Just what is a heat pump? Our complete expert guide explains everything you need to know, from how they work to how to go about getting one installed

What is a heat pump and should you be installing one? Explore our expert guide

Real Homes

Learn how to clean an air conditioning unit to remove trapped dust, debris, and pollen. Cleaning experts and tech pros weigh in on the best method

How to clean an air conditioner unit in 5 easy steps, according to the pros

Since the widespread adoption of automatic transmissions, manuals have mostly been associated with performance cars. Slapping through the gears while winding out the engine is a thrilling experience, and nothing launches a 426 Street Hemi off the line like a four-speed. Now that trucks have become daily drivers and even luxury vehicles, they mostly have automatics, but manual transmissions used to be the standard in pickups.

The Only American-Built Pickup Truck With A Manual Transmission

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Tinting your windows can block UV rays and obscure you from view. However, you must make sure that your don't go too dark. 
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How much can you tint your car windows?

GOBankingRates

While prices have slowly recovered since the market peak of December 2022, the average transaction price (ATP) for new cars was $48,644 in June, according to Kelley Blue Book, which is well beyond...

9 Things You Must Do When Your Car Hits 150,000 Miles — and How Much It Costs

FinanceBuzz

Sick of paying so much for utility costs? Your home might have leaks, old appliances, and more that are actively costing you money. Here's how to fix that.

Move Over, Solar Panels: People Are Turning to Generators for Big Tax Breaks

TheStreet

Buying a used car can be time-consuming, expensive, and risky, so it's important to do it right. Here's what you need to know — start to finish — about the used car buying process.

How to buy a used car: A 6-step guide with tips & best practices

Phoenix, AZ

The US Sun

DOZENS of defunct, single-passenger EVs found their final resting place in a junkyard miles outside Phoenix, Arizona. In an Instagram post, a driver said he found the broken-down EVs in a heap with other dead vehicles. Dozens of turned-over ElectraMeccanica Solos were laid to rest in a junkyard, according to a video posted by Instagrammer […]

Stunning images of EV ‘graveyard’ filled with broken down cars that can’t be fixed after vehicles worth $18k quit

It’s not easy getting old. It gets harder to get warmed up. Things don’t move like they used to, and maybe some age spots and wrinkles starts creeping in. The same thing happens to your car, too. All those cycles of heating up and cooling down, plus the wear and tear of metal parts moving against each other all the time, well, it takes a toll on your older vehicle’s motor. Seals don’t work as well and performance can drop a little. The biggest thing you’ll start to notice is your vehicle uses a little more oil than it used to. It can start to feel like you’re wasting oil, but there are some ways to mitigate the loss.

How To Waste Less Oil in Older Vehicles

At CES 2024, I went hands-on with the then-yet-to-launch Torras Coolify Cyber, and I could only think of how useful it could be in the Delhi summers. Fast-forward to six months later, I've used the wearable air conditioner on and off for about eight weeks, and it's one of my favorite gadgets to beat the heat. Even better, it's still on sale at Amazon just in time for back-to-school season and Labor Day sales. Right now, you can save a cool $15 by clicking the on-page coupon. What's more, you can currently save an extra 10% when you buy two or more eligible items.

Save $15 on a Torras Coolify Wearable Air Conditioner at Amazon Right Now

Food expiration is a soft science at best and those dates stamped on the side of groceries suggest we toss food long before it's actually spoiled. Before you throw out those last few eggs or jar of peanut butter, know that food expiration dates only tell a small part of the story about when it becomes unfit for consumption.

Don't Throw Out 'Expired' Food Without Reading This First

With age comes experience but also challenges. You'll have to find ways to keep your body healthy, as well as take care of your brain. And as you plan for retirement, you'll have to consider all your options for health insurance. Whether you're eager to retire or you're going to...

You Might Not Have to Enroll in Medicare When You Turn 65

CarBuzz.com

Did you know that the average age of the cars on American roads is more than 12 years? Most of cars you see around you are likely older than you think, and as these vehicles age, they lose their ability to perform at their best. Several factors have a hand in this, including the loss of engine performance due to wear and tear. There are a few other factors adding to a vehicle's mechanical decline, many of which you can remedy yourself or with the help of a professional. Sometimes an old car just needs some help, rather than the wrath of the crusher. After all, many of us buy cars that we know are reliable and dependable - so we want to drive them for many years, right?

5 Reasons Your Gas Mileage Is Getting Worse And How To Fix Them

There's not much to dislike about during summer but fruit flies can be a small scourge in an otherwise celebratory season. Fruit flies appear in droves looking for a free meal and once they descend on your kitchen counters or cupboard, it's tough to get rid of them. With fruit...

How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies, According to an Expert

A DRIVER hoped his new car’s warranty would cover the repair cost after his vehicle wouldn’t turn on, but a court ruled in the dealership’s favor. The driver brought home a new Kia under warranty, but his car maintenance decision prevented him from receiving the free fix. A Canadian Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that a British Columbia […]

My new car made a ‘grinding noise’ & stopped right after I bought it – I had to get it repaired but dealership won’t pay

Supplemental Security Income recipients have already received their payment for the month of August, but what you may not know is that you're set to receive another one before the end of the month. The payment schedule can change month to month depending on what day a month starts on, which is what's happening this time. We'll explain. Also, if you didn't know, you might be getting a boost to the amount of money in your checks later this year.

SSI Payment Schedule: Here's When You'll Get Your Second Check This Month

North Carolina State

I love the heat and consistent sunshine that characterize summers in North Carolina. This time of year, I can spend more time outside doing things I love: hiking, biking, walking my dog and spending time on the beach. But that time in nature is quickly spoiled when I find myself covered in red, itchy bumps after just a few minutes outdoors. Mosquito season starts in March and can last until as late as November in some states. That means it's still peak mosquito season right now.

The Scientific Reasons Behind Why You Get So Many Mosquito Bites

Queen City News

(iSeeCars) – Electric cars are supposed to supplant internal-combustion-powered vehicles over the next 10-20 years. And while the sales of electric cars are growing, they remain a small fraction of the U.S. market due to their higher costs and limited charging stations. These problems should be resolved over the next few years, with likely breakthroughs […]

How Much is an Electric Car Battery?

Grand Rapids, MI

A MOTHER and son bought a used SUV for $17,000 – they could have discovered the prior condition of the vehicle from home. After buying the vehicle under a certain legal condition, a lawyer said there wasn’t much they could do. Moise Nshizirungu and his mom bought a 2018 Nissan Rogue SUV from Lee Auto […]

I’m paying $500 a month for vehicle I can’t drive after buying it for $17k at dealership – easy search could’ve saved me

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What to Watch Out for When Getting a Heat Pump

During the hot summer, most Americans would be forgiven for hearing the phrase \"heat pump\" and recoiling. The last thing they need this time of the...

During the hot summer, most Americans would be forgiven for hearing the phrase "heat pump" and recoiling. The last thing they need this time of the...

What to Watch Out for When Getting a Heat Pump

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