Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

A spark plug thread chaser isn't always the answer, but it can make a big difference when you're installing fresh new plugs.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Gone are the days when only your phone was smart. There is a growing number of smart appliances and gadgets that make our lives easier, ...

While the demand for smart homes is rising, cost is still a barrier. However, some devices can help you enjoy the benefits of smart technology without the trouble of a complete overhaul. You can use a ...

Considering that many cars no longer come standard with spares, a tire plug kit is a good thing to have in your roadside emergency kit. It's a fast, cheap way to seal a puncture from the outside of ...

If you consider your spark plugs little more than disposable engine parts to be replaced for every event or two, you're missing out on a valuable engine-tuning tool. Not only can the correct plug ...

Not sure where to start with smart plugs? At CNET, these are the tricks we use to make our homes smarter and routines faster. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. As far as smart and connected devices go, smart plugs are relatively simple. At their most basic, you can turn them on or off remotely, ...

A person powering on a smart plug. - Annvips/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart plugs are a simple, cheap way to add smart functionality to your home, even if ...

Connecting a non-Tesla vehicle to a Tesla Supercharger requires new hardware and software, both of which are still being developed by many manufacturers. Initially, automakers are offering adapters ...