Sinopsis
What's the history of stop lights? What are some common myths about car dealerships? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at all things automotive in CarStuff, a podcast by HowStuffWorks.com.
Episodios
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Can I make my own car parts?
15/12/2011 Duración: 29minOne of the most frustrating problems for antique car collectors is the widespread lack of vintage auto parts. Fortunately, technology has come to the rescue. Join Ben and Scott as they explore the weird world of 3-dimensional printers in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Car Allowance Rebate System Scams
13/12/2011 Duración: 19minThe Car Allowance Rebate System, or CARS, is an incentive program designed to help drivers move from gas guzzlers to more efficient vehicles. However, there are a few scams to watch out for -- learn the details in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What is a plug-in hybrid?
08/12/2011 Duración: 28minAs more and more car manufacturers enter the hybrid market, consumers are finding several different types of hybrid vehicles available. Learn more as Scott and Ben explore plug-in hybrids in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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5 Reasons Not to Buy a Hybrid
06/12/2011 Duración: 33minIn an earlier episode, Ben and Scott looked at the advantages of buying a hybrid vehicle. In this episode the guys return to the world of hybrids in a very different way. Tune in and learn more about the disadvantages of buying a hybrid. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why do we rely on cars?
01/12/2011 Duración: 21minWhen cars became commonplace vehicles across the US, many people still relied on public transportation. Yet over the past 80 years, public transportation has dwindled, and most communities rely entirely on automobiles. Learn what happened in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why don't most concept cars make it to production?
29/11/2011 Duración: 33minEvery year, auto manufacturers release concept cars. These vehicles often showcase unique features, such as a shape-changing body or innovative seat design. Yet these vehicles rarely make it into production -- listen in as Scott and Ben explain why. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why buy a boat when I can buy an amphibious car?
24/11/2011 Duración: 18minShould we buy boats, or boat cars? Amphibious cars have been around for decades and are almost as old as the traditional automobile. Tune in for a look at the history, uses and practicality of amphibious cars in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What is a demolition derby?
22/11/2011 Duración: 19minEveryone gets road rage now and then -- but there's a few places where this behavior is encouraged. Tune in to learn what a demolition derby is, how it takes place, and more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Is James Dean's Porsche Cursed?
17/11/2011 Duración: 25minThe ill-fated star James Dean lived fast and died young in a car accident. But when his story ended, the tale of his cursed Porsche began. Could it be true? Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Notable Movie Cars
15/11/2011 Duración: 34minSince they've covered some iconic cars of TV, the High Speed Stuff crew thinks it's only fair to pay homage to the notable cars of film. Tune in and see if they name your favorites in this podcast from HowsStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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5 Reasons to buy a Hybrid
10/11/2011 Duración: 18minAs excitement builds over evolving hybrid technology, Scott and Ben revisit the subject in a two-part "pros and cons" podcast. Tune in and learn about the pros of buying a hybrid, but don't rush to the dealership before you've heard both episodes. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Is anyone building a hybrid truck?
08/11/2011 Duración: 12minWith the growing popularity of hybrid cars, Scott has noticed a hole in the alternative market: hybrid trucks. With help from some listener mail, Scott and Ben explore the history and future of the hybrid truck in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What happens at a pit stop?
03/11/2011 Duración: 20minHow long does it take you to change a tire? In racing, professional pit stop crews can change a full set of tires in less than thirty seconds. Listen as Scott and Ben explore pit stop techniques in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How do fans and drivers view NASCAR's Car of Tomorrow?
01/11/2011 Duración: 24minYou may have heard about the NASCAR Car of Tomorrow, but how much do you really know about it? Learn more about NASCAR's controversial -- and mandatory -- car in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What's so scary about hearses?
27/10/2011 Duración: 25minHearses are service vehicles used for the very specific task of transporting a body between a morgue, funeral home and cemetery. Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at the history and evolution of hearses in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How Police Cars Work
25/10/2011 Duración: 24minMost police cars are instantly recognizable -- they have sirens, sidelights and other modifications. However, the customization doesn't stop there. Tune in and learn more about the unique nature of police cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How Fire Engines Work
20/10/2011 Duración: 26minEveryone's familiar with firetrucks. In the U.S., they're bright red, they're huge -- and they can be incredibly loud. So how do they work? Listen in as Scott and Ben take a closer look at fire and rescue vehicles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Driving on the Moon
18/10/2011 Duración: 27minWhen the Apollo missions reached the surface of the moon, astronauts used lunar rovers to navigate the terrain -- after all, you can only get so far moon walking. Listen in as Scott and Ben explore the design of the lunar rover in this podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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DeLorean's Dream
13/10/2011 Duración: 27minWorking with companies such as Chrysler and General Motors, John DeLorean was a veteran car executive. However, he decided to cut free and start his own car company. Listen in and learn more about the DeLorean, along with the company that built it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Famous Cars from Television
11/10/2011 Duración: 33minFrom the General Lee to the Kit, the history of television is filled with iconic cars. Sometimes, these vehicles become as important to a show as the human actors. Learn about famous TV cars in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.