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If you’ve ever wanted to build your own boat, this is the episode for you! DIY enthusiasts Scott and Ben talk about different kinds of boats you can build yourself, from mini hydroplanes to survival rafts.
In the United States, Driver’s Education courses prepare new drivers, typically teenagers, for the licensing process. Scott and Ben discuss some common elements of Driver’s Ed programs, as well as some new developments, in this episode.
The German highway system, or Autobahn, is synonymous with speed. But are there really no limits? What about rules? In this episode, Ben and Scott sort the fact from the fiction as they take a look at the Autobahn.
UAVs, also known as drones, are unmanned aircraft that perform reconnaissance and other specialized missions for the military. In this episode, Ben and Scott discuss the advantages, purpose, operation and controversial nature of unmanned aerial vehicles.
The Classic Mini is a tiny car with a big following. In this episode, Scott and Ben discuss the origins, history and evolution of this iconic little car.
Using a gas pump is pretty simple: You just push a few buttons and fuel up. But how do they actually work? Listen in as the guys take a closer look at gas pumps.
There’s no doubt that the Ford GT is an iconic vehicle, but how did it get started? In this episode, Ben and Scott break down the surprising history of Henry Ford’s amazing racing machine. Tune in to learn more.
Most people would recognize a tank if it rolled its way into their vicinity. But how do these massive, military vehicles work? Scott and Ben tackle the history, evolution and mechanics of tanks in this episode.
Recently, Google announced that it has been testing a new software system, which allows a vehicle to drive itself. In this episode, Scott and Ben discuss the Google car and its implications for the future of transportation.
In this episode, Scott and Ben list and enthusiastically discuss (more than) 10 great sports cars. What are your favorite models?
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