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Why Do Different Countries Drive on Different Sides of the Road?

August 17, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Ancient civilizations, the French Revolution, freight wagons and the Model T all played a role in influencing what side of the road the world drives on.

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The History of the Driver’s License

July 12, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Did you know driver’s licenses were not required in every state until the mid-20th century? For more history of the driver’s license, read on.

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Headlights, Camera, Action: Drive-In Movie Theaters in the Northeast

June 04, 2021. Jerry Ascierto

Drive-in movie theaters are more than just another way to watch a film — they’re an experience. Are they poised to make a comeback?

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The History of the Car Horn

May 27, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

“Ahooga,” Mark Twain, oscillating diaphragms and the unique backstory of car horns.

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The Unique History of Bumper Stickers

May 11, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Created in a small screen printing office in Kansas City, bumper stickers quickly took over the country’s roadways and have remained popular.

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The History of Car Keys

April 30, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

For decades, mechanical car keys used to start an automobile were standard. Now those jagged pieces of metal are nearly extinct. The history of car keys has a story to tell.

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The History of the Drive-Thru in America

July 23, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Drive-thru history in America dates back more than 70 years, evolving from intercom systems to mobile ordering and even AI.

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The Most Popular Cars of All Time

March 10, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Whether it’s because of their practicality, capability or funky look, these are the most popular cars throughout the decades.

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Garrett Morgan: Inventor of the Three-Position Traffic Signal

February 10, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

With just a grade school education, Morgan invented numerous devices that enhanced people’s lives, including one that revolutionized transportation.

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Buying a New Car

Tips and tricks to get you through every step of buying a new car, whatever “new” means to you.

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