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8 Classic Cars That Are Great For Off-Roading
Classic car enthusiasts usually like to keep their vehicles spotless, but there are some classic models that can be used for muddy, off-roading adventures. Early generations of iconic brands like Jeep and Range Rover maintain the same all-terrain performance that made them famous. In fact, a few still have a spot to honor on the list of the 10 best 4WD cars ever.
Here's What Makes The Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita One Of The Most Expensive Cars Ever Made
The Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita is hypercar royalty. It belongs in the echelon of the world's most expensive cars. Retired boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. paid $4.8 million in 2015 to own one of only two Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita models that left the Ängelholm factory in Sweden, making it the most expensive car in the boxer's collection.
How Fast Is The Yamaha R1? A Look At Its Top Speed And Acceleration Times
The 2024 Yamaha R1 is one of the fastest sport bikes you can buy. The R1 competes with liter bikes such as the CBR1000RR, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, and the BMW S1000RR. And like those bikes, the R1 uses racetrack technology, but comes with a license plate, turn signals, and even a rear seat. Making power for the R1 is a 998cc inline four-cylinder engine, derived from their MotoGP engine. The R1 is the top dog in the Yamaha sport bike lineup, producing 197 hp and 83 lb-ft of torque – incredibly high for a bike that weighs just 443 pounds wet.
6 Of The Best Independent YouTube Channels For Car Repairs
Even though you probably don't have the tools or expertise to fix every little thing with your vehicle, it still comes in handy to know how to do some basic repairs to save time and money. There's no reason to spend an afternoon sitting in a tiny office getting some maintenance done when you could do it from the comfort of home. In fact, your smartphone may be the only teacher you really need, as there are many recommended apps for beginner auto mechanics to try, with one of the most useful being YouTube.
The 4 Easiest And Cheapest Ways To Stay Online During An Outage
As extreme weather becomes more common across the globe, so do power outages. According to Climate Central, in the U.S. alone, weather was to blame for 80% of power outages between 2000 and 2023. This trend shows no sign of slowing, so chances are, if it hasn't happened already, sooner or later, you'll find yourself without power. Beyond extreme weather, a vehicle running into a utility pole, construction, and even animals are just a few of the other causes of blackouts. That's why it's always a good idea to have a survival plan in case of a power outage, which includes having things like generators and portable batteries on hand. Depending on what causes a power outage, you could be looking at anywhere from a few hours to several days without power.
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