Whale oil was used in automobile transmissions as late as 1973.
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An airplane mechanic invented Slinky while he was playing with engine parts and realized the possible secondary use for the springs.
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The American Automobile Association was founded for the sole purpose of warning motorists of police speed traps!
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Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis had an online multiplayer mode.
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Jumbo jets use 4,000 gallons of fuel to take off.
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Attics were invented in Attica.
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Any modern jet is capable of breaking the sound barrier.
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