Carstuff

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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

  • Can people really hack their odometers?

    18/03/2010 Duración: 23min

    Odometers log a vehicle's total mileage, as well as mileage for specific amounts of time. This can be very useful for maintenance, but how does it work? Can people actually tamper with its results? Tune in and find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Driving on the Moon

    16/03/2010 Duración: 27min

    When 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.

  • Driving Dreams

    11/03/2010 Duración: 21min

    Since cars are part of our everyday lives, they can also become a crucial element in our dreams. Join Scott and Ben as they analyze Scott's strange, recurring dream -- wherein he's the last man on earth, on the world's craziest road trip. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • An Ounce of Prevention

    09/03/2010 Duración: 28min

    Owning a car is a responsibility, and most car manufacturers issue a timeline of routine maintenance for every model produced. But what exactly is preventative maintenance, and why should car owners practice it? Tune in and learn more in this podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • The Original Batmobile

    04/03/2010 Duración: 21min

    When the television viewers tuned in to the first episode of Batman, the iconic Batmobile garnered almost as much attention as the main character. But where did this car come from? Listen in to learn the fascinating story behind the original Batmobile. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Why won't my car start?

    02/03/2010 Duración: 23min

    If you're the average driver, then it's likely you've turned your car's ignition and felt a sinking sensation as the car refused to start -- but what's the problem, exactly? Tune in and discover the common causes of no-start conditions in this podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Can I still drive Route 66?

    25/02/2010 Duración: 22min

    As Route 66 traversed the continent from Chicago to Los Angeles, it passed through numerous small towns in eight states. In this episode, Scott and Ben take a closer look at Route 66: its purpose, its history, and, ultimately, its demise. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Automotive Recalls

    23/02/2010 Duración: 20min

    It's no secret that recalls can be bad news for auto manufacturers. But what exactly is a recall, and how does it work? Listen in as Scott and Ben break down the process in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • How Driving In Snow Works

    18/02/2010 Duración: 20min

    Driving in snow isn't impossible, but it can certainly be inconvenient. In this episode, Scott and Ben break down some of the most common errors drivers make in snowy weather -- and how to avoid them. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Roadside Attractions

    16/02/2010 Duración: 28min

    From the Rock City to Carhenge, roadside oddities are a crucial element of any good road trip. Tune in as Scott and Ben take a look at some of the most famous -- and strangest -- roadside attractions in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Why do I get the boot?

    11/02/2010 Duración: 15min

    Parking is usually a hassle -- and parking tickets are even worse. But wait, there's more: Have you heard about the parking boot? Listen in as the guys take a look at the process of getting booted in this podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DeLorean's Dream

    09/02/2010 Duración: 27min

    Working 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.

  • Can I drive to the North Pole?

    04/02/2010 Duración: 26min

    Continuing their series on offroading, Scott and Ben take a look at the polar vehicles used to navigate the extreme ends of the Earth, from the south pole to the north. Tune in and learn more about polar vehicles in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Driving Pet Peeves

    02/02/2010 Duración: 24min

    Have you ever found yourself enraged by rogue drivers, slowpokes or rubberneckers? In many parts of the world, bad drivers are an unfortunate fact of life on the road. Join Scott and Ben as they review common driving pet peeves in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Off Road Basics

    28/01/2010 Duración: 22min

    Have you ever been mudding? How about rock crawling or green laning? If so, you've been off-roading. Join Scott and Ben as they break down some basic off-roading techniques in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Top Fuel Dragsters

    26/01/2010 Duración: 29min

    Top fuel dragsters are one of the world's most extreme racing classes, but how do they work? Learn the details of top fuel drag-racing -- from the quarter-mile track to the burnout and more -- in this episode of High Speed Stuff. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • How the Concorde SST works

    21/01/2010 Duración: 28min

    The Concorde SST was a commercial jet liner that flew from 1969 to 2003. Tune in as Scott and Ben explore the story of the Concorde SST -- and why it's no longer with us -- in this listener-inspired episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Georgia's New Super Speeder Law

    19/01/2010 Duración: 21min

    Instead of enacting unpopular tax hikes, the state of Georgia came up with a new way to raise some fast cash: punishing speeders. Listen in to learn more about Georgia's super speeder law -- and how it may affect you in the future. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • What's so great about new car smell?

    14/01/2010 Duración: 18min

    If you've ever sat in a new car, you've probably caught a whiff of that unique aroma found in new cars. But what exactly makes the smell, and why does it disappear? Join in as Scott and Ben illuminate the mystery behind that new car smell. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • The Eisenhower Interstate System

    12/01/2010 Duración: 25min

    Nowadays it's easy to take the interstate system for granted -- but what was the United States like before this system was constructed? Listen in as Scott and Ben explore the history and structure of the interstate system. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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