The Acura ILX is now under investigation by the NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) after a series of reports from owners describing a troubling loss of braking performance. Read: Acura ...

Milwaukee is a major power tool brand, with stakes in heavy equipment and DIY gadgets alike. Of course, it sells plenty of ...

This week’s Dirty Dining uncovered a disturbing mix of sanitation and food safety failures across South Florida, from roaches and flies to filthy floors, cross-contamination, and food left at unsafe ...

From the U.S., the Jeep Grand Cher­okee is both a strong seller and a muscular mover. New for 1998 is more muscle—a 5.9-liter ...

An electronic parking brake is easier to use and harder to forget to apply than a manual parking brake. It also simplifies ...

Brakes are among the most critical safety systems on any vehicle, yet they’re often overlooked until something goes wrong.

Keeping your vehicle’s braking system in good health will make your daily drive safer and could save you big money on expensive repairs. However, knowing when to go in for service can often be ...

While the federal government sets performance standards for brake systems in new vehicles, there are no government regulations covering replacement brake pads. Given that a large percentage of ...

From how to French brain or play the guitar to how to unclog a sing or perform CPR, you can learn all kinds of useful skills on YouTube. We at Mental Floss are always eager to learn new things and ...

Bathrooms can be one of the dirtiest places in our homes, mainly because of what we have to do in them. Because bathrooms are usually damp, humid environments, they can harbor mold and mildew, which ...