TRANSPORTATION

If you drive the same route long enough, sign fonts become fascinating.

Why Does the U.S. Highway System Use Two Different Fonts?

Attentive drivers will notice more than one kind of typeface during their travels.

Amsterdam is a very walking-friendly destination.

The World’s 15 Most Walking-Friendly Cities

Want to make sure you get your steps in? It helps to live in a fairly flat place.

No one wants to see anything near 100°F on their dashboard.

Why Your Car Dashboard Says It’s a Lot Hotter Than It Really Is

You aren’t imagining things: Your weather app and your dashboard don’t often agree.

This American icon has become a rare sight.

Why Are Convertible Cars Disappearing From American Roads?

Consumer tastes have shifted over the past 20 years.

Pick-up truck beds have surprising versatility.

Why Do Pick-Up Truck Beds Have Grooves on the Sides?

Pick-up truck beds are here to make your life easier—if you know how to use them.

What Are Those Lines on a Car’s Rear Windshield?

Horizontal lines run across the rear glass on most cars. Here's why.

1947 16mm Film Home Movie - ROAD TRIP TO CALIFORNIA

Watch a 1947 Home Video of an Ohio Family’s Road Trip to California

Filmed over 75 years ago, this retro home movie follows one Ohio family as they drive to California and visit some classic American attractions along the way.

Two of the plates above have a lot in common.

Can You Spot the Matching License Plates in This Brainteaser?

There are two matching license plates in this puzzle—can you spot them in 60 seconds or less?

The 15 Most Bizarre Items Found in Lost Luggage in 2023

Opening a piece of unclaimed baggage could mean finding some shoes, or it could mean finding live snakes.

On a cruise ship, the name ‘Oscar’ has a very serious meaning.

14 Secret Code Words You Might Want to Know

Whether they’re said over a PA or in a one-on-one conversation, these seemingly innocuous terms are actually codes to alert those in the know that something is up while keeping others in the dark.

Travelers can be superstitious. So can airlines.

Why Is Row 13 Missing on So Many Airplanes?

Superstition isn't the only reason you can't sit in 13A.

A Freedom Rider getting kicked out of a bus depot, 1961.

11 Facts About the Freedom Riders

Hundreds of civil rights activists calling themselves Freedom Riders bravely held the nation accountable to its rules against segregation in 1961. Here are the facts you need to know.

You've probably been within spitting distance of a nuclear warhead without even realizing it.

See How the U.S. Government Transports Its Nuclear Weapons

The U.S. government is constantly moving its nuclear weapons from one facility to another, which means you may have passed one on the highway without even realizing it.

The 20 Best and Worst U.S. States For Drivers

Drivers in Iowa have some of the least stressful commutes in the country.

It's unclear if this sign in California breaks the new rules.

Highway Signs Can No Longer Be Fun, Says Government

The Federal Highway Administration thinks funny highway signs defeat the purpose of the sign.

Here's What the 'A' Button Does in Your Car

Worried about pressing strange buttons in your new car? Us, too. But you'll probably like this one.

Can You Bring Knitting Needles On a Plane?

Traveling with two sharp sticks can get a little tricky.

A camel caravan travels along the ancient Silk Road in Xinjiang Province, China.

8 Trade Routes That Shaped World History

Whether they carried salt, incense, or tea, traders on these eight historic roads helped make the world as we know it.

Doesn't the traffic light itself already cover this?

What’s the Point of a “Wait for Green” Traffic Sign?

The meaning of the “wait for green” traffic sign is less redundant than it seems.

Careful planning and packing can go a long way.

10 Tips for Packaging and Transporting a Thanksgiving Feast

To prevent spilled dishes and spoiled perishables from ruining the meal, check out these tips for safely packing and transporting food to Thanksgiving dinner.

Right on red might not be around much longer.

More Cities Are Banning Right-on-Red Turns—Here's Why

The standard traffic practice is under increased scrutiny.

You'd be amazed at what things you can get through a TSA checkpoint.

10 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know You Could Bring Through TSA Checkpoints

Most airline passengers focus on what they can’t bring through TSA checkpoints—but you'd be shocked by what can actually slip right through.

Why Do Truck Drivers Say “10-4”?

“10-4” isn’t any quicker than saying “OK.” But it is a storied trucker tradition.

These ramps serve a very important purpose.

How Trucks Use Runaway Ramps in Emergencies

When a truck’s brakes fail, a runaway ramp is sometimes the one thing preventing disaster.

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