Hidden Stories Behind Features On Everyday Objects

⛽️ That arrow next to the gas pump light on your fuel gauge…

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Ok, to be honest, this is something I didn’t learn until the age of 30, so don’t feel bad if you didn’t know either, but that arrow on your fuel gauge is supposed to tell you which side of the car your gas cap is on. And here I used to just have to get out and look when I rented a car or borrowed someone else’s car. The important thing though is that I know now. ⛽️


🥤 That hole in your soda can tab…

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Seltzer, beer, soda, whatever your drink of choice, next time you’re cracking open a cold one, keep this in mind: that hole in the tab is designed to make drinking your tasty beverage easier. Just rotate the tab, then you can stick your straw through it and the straw won’t rise out of the can because of the carbonation. Boom. Added bonus if you don’t use a plastic straw, cause that just makes good environmental sense. 🥤


🐞 Wooden coathangers…

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Are they just fancy wire hangers? Nope! Most aren’t just made from any wood, they’re made from cedar. Cedar is known to repel bugs and moths that attack and destroy clothes, while also freshening your closet with a nice wood smell. They’re also more durable, so if you’re in the market for new hangers, maybe give them a try. 🐞