Slang Term
Slug: The cylindrical-shaped object in the engine that goes up and down with the combustion of fuel. It's more commonly known as a piston.
11 Mostly Worthless Tidbits
(Found on www.worthlessfacts.com-Imagine That) 1 Shotgun for Front Passenger Seat...Calling for shotgun comes from the Western Days when in a wagon, the guy sitting next to the driver held a shotgun for protection.
2 Was That Him?
In Arizona, you cannot drive past the same place more than 3 times in one hour. It's a law.
3 There Are Bugs Everywhere!!
The original Volkswagen Bug finally stopped production in Brazil on July 31, 2003, after being introduced in 1946-57 years in production. The fact is that there were more classic VW bugs produced than any other car ever-about 400 million to be exact.
4 Must Be Tradition
As mentioned, the first Fords used Dodge engines. Many Ford vehicles now use Nissan engines, especially in mini-vans.
5 Most Stolen Cars
Hondas and Toyotas are the most frequently stolen passenger cars because they have parts that can be readily exchanged between model years without a problem.
6 Car Horns
Most car horns honk in the key of F.
7 That HOG Sound
The rumble that is created when a Harley's engine runs has been patented by the company.
8 BOOM!
Airbags are deployed at a rate of 200 miles per hour.
9 Don't Drive to Mexico City
The average number of cars stolen per day in Mexico City this year is 124.
10 Wide Road
Brazil is the location of the world's widest road, where 160 cars can drive side by side.
11 Ben Hur
During the chariot scene, a small red car can be seen in the distance.