Since the first automobile powered by an internal combustion engine debuted in 1885, people have purchased millions of vehicles. Some car companies did really well in making sales history, while others did not. Here are...
Author - Kendra Kuhar
Kendra Kuhar
Bakelite: The Material of a Thousand Uses
Bakelite is a unique type of plastic that, similar to gold and silver, makes jewelry valuable. Bakelite’s value comes in a different form largely because it’s vintage; however, there are fraudulent versions...
Lamborghini Put the Tractor Before the Bull
Lamborghinis are luxury sports cars known for their speed, power, and comfort. With their flashy design and impressive torque, it’s hard to believe the first Lamborghini was, in fact, a tractor. Ferruccio Lamborghini...
Zamboni’s Quest for Great Ice
We are one week into the 2018 Winter Olympics and have witnessed infinite talent on the ice. From figure skating to speed skating, the ice rinks are helping Olympic athletes set records in Pyeongchang, South Korea. As...
Should You Change Your Oil Every 3,000 Miles?
Owning a car requires taking preventive maintenance steps to ensure your car lasts as long as possible. Such measures include rotating your tires, having the car inspected, and changing your oil. The benefits of regular...
Dive into the Internet’s Undersea Cables
Today’s internet connection is essentially wireless and can be used in almost any location through wi-fi hotspots. Phones, tablets, and laptop companies often advertise on platforms relating to instant access to social...
The Kodiak Queen: A Naval Ship’s New Life
In Spring 2017, British businessman Richard Branson intentionally sunk a decorated naval ship, the Kodiak Queen (previously the YO-44) off the shore of Virgin Gorda, a part of the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The...
Petroleum Product of the Week: Fishing Rods
If you’ve ever gone fishing, you know how important it is to use a fishing rod that’s appropriate for what you’re fishing for. One type of fishing may require a fast action rod that bends less of the pole if you catch a...
All About the New Year’s Eve Ball in Times Square
Each year, you may tune in or even go to watch the New Year’s Eve ball drop in Times Square at midnight. The ball begins its descent at 11:59 and there is a countdown to the year’s final minute. As the clock turns...
Alfred Nobel and the Gas Meter Invention
In 1895, the Nobel Prize foundation was born when Alfred Nobel signed a majority of his wealth over to the establishment. Each year, Nobel Prizes are awarded to men and women with noteworthy accomplishments in the...