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Eight Unusual Roadside Attractions Worth Stopping For
The stories behind these American road trip pit stops are as curious as the landmarks themselves
The Highway That Sparked the Demise of an Iconic Black Street in New Orleans
Claiborne Avenue was a center of commerce and culture—until a federal interstate cut it off from the rest of the city in the 1960s
Gas Shortages in 1970s America Sparked Mayhem and Forever Changed the Nation
Half a century ago, a series of oil crises caused widespread panic and led to profound shifts in U.S. culture
The Vibrant History of Lowrider Car Culture in L.A.
With bright paint jobs and bouncy hydraulics, the 'low and slow' rides are an expression of cultural identity for the city's Mexican American community
Why Automakers Flock to This Small Swedish Town Every Winter
From January to April, the population of Arjeplog more than quadruples, as almost every brand test drives its vehicles on the region's frozen lakes
U.S. Cities Are Underestimating Carbon Emissions, New Research Shows
Forty-eight cities across America have shorted their emissions by nearly 20 percent
Supersonic Car Designed to Break Land Speed Record Is for Sale Again
A businessman bought it in 2018 to keep the project alive but the pandemic has thrown off the schedule
Have Any North American Species Become Invasive Elsewhere in the World?
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Researchers Reveal Why Seattle Salmon Bite the Dust After Rainstorms
A chemical found in car tire debris washes off roads into waterways, killing coho salmon returning to spawn
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch on How the Institution Builds Its Collections
Finding the next awe-inspiring artifact requires flexibility, help from the community—and a healthy dose of good luck
A Brief History of the Cozy Coupe
Invented by a former auto designer, the foot-powered kids toy still outsells engine-powered cars
Will America's Roadside Attractions Survive COVID-19?
With canceled bus tours and capacity limits, the country’s quirkiest stops are facing some serious challenges
Roadkill Reduced During Lockdowns, but Traffic Is Increasing Again
California, Idaho and Maine saw considerably fewer roadkill deaths in the first few weeks of stay-at-home orders
This Is the Summer of the Drive-In Theater
From longtime establishments to pop-up venues, this 20th-century attraction is providing a safe, socially distanced activity
The Timely Return of the Drive-In Restaurant
During the COVID-19 pandemic, carhop service is making a comeback. Is it here to stay?
How Cities Plan to Keep Traffic Out When Lockdowns Lift
Extended bike lanes and wider sidewalks are among solutions to keep car traffic down as people continue to avoid public transit
The Best Places for Your Kids to Learn Real-Life Skills Online
Why not use quarantine as an opportunity to have your homeschoolers master woodworking or engine repair?
How Automobiles Helped Power the Civil Rights Movement
Montgomery bus boycotters had a secret weapon: cars
Ten Trends That Will Shape Science in the Decade Ahead
Medicine gets trippy, solar takes over, and humanity—finally, maybe—goes back to the moon
How Do Scientists Record Sounds From the Sun? And More Questions From Our Readers
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