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Buying an EV? Don't Waste Your Money on AWD

You're not taking an EV on track. Get the EV best suited for commuting.

By Tyler Duffy
The Argument Against Buying a Soundbar
Soundbars are easy. But if it's surround sound you're after, you'll …
By Tucker Bowe
Why You Should Never Buy a Three-in-One Jacket

It may seem like smart design and a great deal — but it isn’t.

By Tanner Bowden
My Cheap Plastic Watch Is Better Than Your Rolex
Plastic gets a bad rap, but sometimes it’s the best material for the…
By Zen Love
Are Plastic Water Bottles Really That Bad?
Before you cry hydro heresy and scream bottle blasphemy, consider th…
By Hayley Helms
Oct 27, 2023
An Ode to the Fixie: Why I Ride a Bike Without Brakes

They’re kind of dumb but goddammit ... fixies rule.

By Steve Mazzucchi
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Sep 21, 2023
Toyota Has the Best Chance to Beat Tesla on EVs. Here's Why

Toyota dominates combustion manufacturing. There's a good chance that happens with EVs too.

By Tyler Duffy
Sep 20, 2023
No, You Don’t Actually Need a Watch Winder — Here’s Why
While some are willing to pay for the convenience, the idea of a watch winder as an essential tool of watch ownership is largely unfoun…
By Andrew Connor
Aug 20, 2023
Traveling This Year? 5 Reasons You Don't Need a Suitcase

It might be time to ditch your clunky, wheeled carry-on for a shoulder-hauled backpack or duffle.

By Sean Tirman and Steve Mazzucchi
Aug 14, 2023
Here's Why You Shouldn't Just Slather Yourself in Sunscreen

Lotion should not be your only defense.

By Hayley Helms
Oct 29, 2022
Are Roombas Worth It? Why To Think Twice

Here’s why most people should stick to manual vacuuming.

By Tyler Chin
Oct 6, 2022
It's Sad, but True: Your Favorite Fleece Jacket Is Bad for the Environment

Mega-soft, microplastics.

By Evan Malachosky
Sep 2, 2022
Experts Say: Don't Buy an Electric Kitchen Composter

Sloppy compost is gross and food waste is bad. Wouldn’t it be nice for it to go away at the push of a button?

By Mitch K
Aug 5, 2022
Please Stop Buying Cloth Bath Mats. They’re Gross and Weird

Your bath mat is covered in bacteria.

By Tyler Chin
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May 6, 2022
Please Stop Making Illegible Watches

A watch you can actually read means a more fulfilling longterm user experience.

By Zen Love
Mar 6, 2022
Do You Really Need a Smart Home Gym?

Can a $3,000 interactive screen turn you into an Adonis? Maybe, but it’s probably not the best place to start.

By Zack Zeigler
Jan 1, 2022
No, You Shouldn’t Buy a Crossover. This Is Why

You may think you need a crossover for practicality or winter driving. You probably don’t.

By Tyler Duffy
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Oct 3, 2021
Get Your Grubby Hands Off My Garlic Press, You Kitchen Minimalists

The one-trick pony deserves more credit than it gets.

By Tyler Chin
Jun 12, 2021
The Sedan May Be Dying, But There's Never Been a Better Time to Buy One

Sedans have never been more practical, versatile and high-performing. Heck, they may even fit your active lifestyle.

By Tyler Duffy
Jun 3, 2021
The Key to an Organized Home: Buy More Stuff?

It's not about getting rid of items that don't spark joy; it's about having a home for your stuff.

By Tyler Chin