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The Drive
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Drive
This Cursed Road Near a North Dakota Oil Field Swallows Up Any Truck That Tries It
The latest car news, reviews, and features. There's a seemingly ordinary dirt road in North Dakota's Bakken oil fields that's nigh impossible to traverse when wet. Despite looking like a normal route most of the time, Williston's 'Road of Shame' is made from some of the softest, loosest soil I've ever seen, and it swallows up even the most capable off-road vehicles like they're nothing. Tacomas and Jeeps are no match for it—and heck, not even the equipment they deploy to rescue stuck trucks is safe. The old-fashioned wagon trail is a local legend of sorts, with a Facebook group dedicated to the brave but ultimately foolish souls who attempt to take on the Road of Shame, officially known as 135th Ave NW. Few of them make it out without a rescue of some sort. Admittedly, when the road is bone dry, it's not so bad; however, when it seems to be even a little bit wet, all vehicles just sink into the mud with no hope of getting out. It's tough for me to say exactly why the dirt is so soft, but it's proven that soil near oil extraction sites is subject to worsened erosion due to increased runoff. Either way, it's like quicksand when wet. Devin Davis Like with so many other obstacles featuring tough terrain, off-roaders want to take it on just because. There's a shocking number of social media and YouTube videos of this road, despite it being remotely located in the middle of North Dakota, since optimistic enthusiasts can't help but try to earn legendary status for slaying the muddy dragon. Other people just sit back, watch, and record all of the attempts, waiting for others to get stuck for some Internet gold. Unfortunately—or fortunately, depending on how you look at it—that gold mine is deep and plentiful. One local, Devin Davis, has been watching people get stuck on the Road of Shame for about 10 years. He told The Drive that he's seen over 300 cars stuck in the infamous road's mud during that time. Part of the problem is that Google and Apple Maps direct people through the road, and they follow their navigation instructions, unaware of the danger. It's hard to blame them, as it seems odd that Google would lead anyone down a random dirt road. Apple Maps even shows vehicles stuck on the road, and yet it still directs people through it. With what Davis calls the 'oil boom,' and countless newcomers driving through for work, it's a never-ending parade of stuck vehicles. @ Something blew and it wasnt good #mudding #vortexoptics #muddin #fyp #chevy #greatoutdoors #environment #great #letsgo ♬ original sound – ROAD OF SHAME However, the most common vehicles found stuck in the mud are necessary ones: UPS and FedEx trucks, semi trucks, and various other work vehicles that use the road because they have to, not because they want to. Davis has even seen tractors stuck and flipped on their sides. Although it's a dead-end road, it leads to a number of homes and businesses, so some trucks do need to use it. Another big part of the problem is how the road slopes off into sneakily deep ditches on either side. So when drivers try to avoid the deep mud puddles in the middle of the path, they slide off and either get stuck or tip over. 'Even people who know how to drive in the mud, as soon as it gets a little wet, it gets so slippery [that] people slide off the side,' Davis told me. So, whether you live in North Dakota or you're just passing through, make sure to avoid the Road of Shame at all costs. And if you think you have a rig that can handle anything, well, maybe think again. Got tips? Send 'em to tips@
The Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Big discount store selling popular snack everyone loves when on holiday in the UK
A FOODIE has discovered a packet of BBQ-flavoured Lays crisps at their local Home Bargains store, expressing excitement among snack enthusiasts across the UK. Home Bargains, a popular discount retailer, has been expanding its snack offerings, and the introduction of Lays crisps has caught the attention of many. 3 Typically associated with international markets, Lays crisps are now making their way into British stores, much to the delight of fans. The find was shared in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group, where one user posted: 'Don't know if anyone has posted this before but Home Bargains are doing Lays crisps.' The post quickly garnered attention, with members of the Facebook group sharing their enthusiasm. One user commented: 'Oh yep just had some sour cream and chive ones for lunch, yum yum.' Another added: 'My favourite when I'm abroad lol.' Others expressed their fondness for the brand, noting: 'Love Lays, Walkers from a different country,' and 'Oh these are amazing how much.' The excitement didn't stop there. Several users tagged their friends in the post, saying 'Running' in anticipation of the new snack. This surge of interest highlights the growing trend of international snack brands gaining popularity in the UK market. In a recent comparison of discount retailers, Home Bargains often offers lower prices on everyday essentials, including snacks like crisps. For instance, a six-pack of Walkers crisps was priced at £1.95 in both Home Bargains and B&M, compared to £2.20 at Morrisons. The arrival of Lays crisps in UK stores is part of a broader trend of international snack brands making their mark in the British market. As consumers continue to seek new and exciting flavours, retailers like Home Bargains are responding by expanding their product ranges to include popular international brands. 3
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
B&M slashes the price of their perfect coffee table to just £3, and it makes a stylish addition to any chic lounge
IT makes a "versatile and space efficient" addition to any lounge. And while B&M's Home Collection black tray table was already a bargain after dropping from £12 to £6, it's now had its price slashed to just £3. 2 2 Donna took to the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group on Facebook to share her epic find, as she called the table "absolutely gawjus". "B&M - down to £3 nationwide," she wrote alongside a picture of the boxed table, and how it looked once she'd set it up. The price reduction is also listed on the B&M website, which describes the table as "a contemporary round, metal table" that's "ideal for living rooms or even bathrooms". The comments section was immediately filled with people weighing in on the bargain, with one tagging a pal and writing: "Next time your in B&M, look out for this. "I'd like a couple!" "That's so nice," another added. "Keep your eye out for me please!" a third commented. The popularity of tray tables is showing no sign of taking a nose dive any time soon. According to the experts at House & Garden, "today's tray tables are versatile and space-efficient, doing their job without a bulky footprint or cumbersome solid elements". "Unlike so many furnishings, they are neither the preserve of the pared-back and contemporary, nor are they favoured by antique-hunting, cottage dwellers." 'Why is no-one talking about this-' woman says about B&M buy that'll transform her bathroom for 'less than a Domino's' IKEA's GLADOM tray table is another favourite, thanks to its versatility and the £15 price tag. "Sturdy - this little table is rock solid and you can remove the top and use it as a tray," one happy customer said of the table. "Good quality, I purchased two!" "This is a fantastic little table," another wrote. "I have two of them in my living room perfect for just having lights on." "Great wee table, even greater price, definitely recommend it, we liked it so much that we bought another one," a third commented. How to save money at B&M Shoppers have saved hundreds of pounds a year by using B&M's scanner app. The scanner lets you see if an item's price is cheaper than advertised on the shop floor label. Products that are typically discounted are seasonal items and old stock that B&M is trying to shift. The app is free to download off the B&M Stores mobile app via Google Play or the Apple App Store. According to one ex-B&M manager, you'll want to visit your local branch at 10am on a Wednesday too. Here's how you can join the B&M bargain hunt: Download the B&M app for free on any smartphone with an App Store or Google Play. Once you've installed it on your device, click on the option labelled "more" on the bottom, right-hand side of the app home page. You'll then find an option that says "barcode scanner". Click on this and you'll open a camera screen. Use the camera to hover over the barcode of the product you wish to check. If the price comes up as lower, take it to the cash desk and it will automatically scan at the lower price. You don't need to sign up to the B&M app to use the barcode scanner. "Great value for money. Ideal for small spaces," someone else said. "I love that the tray is removable. A great purchase!" "Fantastic metal table to hold your pot plants, mine is currently holding three orchids," another added. "Lip on the edge of the table keeps any water from leaking onto the carpets, recommended to anyone with pot plants. "Great price too!"
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
B&Q slashes price of their ‘pretty' solar garden lights to £5 & they're perfect for adding colour to your green space
WITH summer well and truly on its way, people are racing to get their gardens looking pretty so they can make the most of them in the sunshine. And if you're looking for budget ways to transform your green space, then you need to head to your local B&Q. 3 3 As the store has slashed the price of its gorgeous solar garden lights from £10 to just a fiver. Linda took to the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group on Facebook to share her bargain find. "Was £10 now £5 @B&Q," she wrote alongside a picture of the light in question. "Solar garden light, bought it yesterday." The lights are made from green glass, and feature a silver top with some rustic-looking rope tied around them. The comments section Linda's Facebook post was quickly filled with people desperate to find one of the bargain lights themselves. "These are so pretty!" one wrote. "OMG OMG OMG," another said. "I had these outdoors and when lights stopped working I put artificial plants in them and hung them indoors," a third commented. "They look nice!" However, someone else said: "Pretty sure I paid £4 for the exact same in B&M!" To which Linda replied: "And I thought I'd got a bargain! "Disappointing but I'm never in B&M." But it's not the only solar light that's had its price slashed in B&Q. The Lignano Clear Cracked glass effect lantern has been reduced from £10 to £7 in the clearance section. "Decorate your outdoor living space with the adorable Lignano solar-powered decorative light with a crackled glass effect," the store said of the light on their website. Garden features that add the most value to a house A well-kept garden can add anywhere between 5-20% to the value of a property. carried out a study and consulted 36 estate agents, garden designers and property professionals from across the UK. And the experts revealed the garden feature which adds the most value to a property is a shed. Shed - 82% Patio or paving - 76% Secure fencing, walls or gates - 72% Outdoor lighting - 66% Sturdy decking - 62% Water features eg. fountain or pond - 58% Modern garden furniture - 54% Artificial lawn/grass - 40% "It's a great choice to enhance the look and feel of any garden - ideal for providing extra light as either a table top or hanging lantern." And numerous customers were also happy to leave gushing reviews of the light on the B&Q website. "Bought this light to hang in garden and it looks lovely in the dark," one wrote. "Would buy again." "I bought 2 of this this product last month and am really pleased with them," another added. "They hang outdoors and once it drops dark they give out an attractive warm light, easily visible at the bottom of our garden." "Bought 2 lights - look lovely at night and well made, would recommend these," a third commented. 3
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers spot bargain chain is selling Dubai chocolates for 14p each
SHOPPERS are raving after spotting a bargain chain selling Dubai chocolates for 14p each. A savvy customer shared the sweet deal in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group. 2 2 Home Bargains is selling packs of 35 mini bars from the Dubai Chocolate brand for just £4.99. That works out at just 14p per bar — but some shoppers aren't convinced they're worth the price. One user commented: "They're nasty lol." "Nothing special about it, I wouldn't waste your money," another wrote. This shopper added: "Looks like someone smashed peas into the chocolate." "Not sure why everyone is raving on about this chocolate," a fourth said. Shoppers should visit their nearest Home Bargains to buy the discounted treats. Earlier this month, the popular bargain chain revealed it would be stocking up on the indulgent, Middle Eastern -inspired treat and scanning bags of Dubai Chocolate Cookies for just £1.25. The discount shop posted on its official Instagram feed and urged fans of the viral treats to "run" as stores were stocking something else to satisfy sweet tooths. Shoppers have hailed the pistachio paste biscuits and flocked to social media to discuss. One said: "These look insane!" Another added: "Stop it now! A third wrote: "Adding to shopping list!" Someone else posted: "[These are] 75p cheaper than Iceland!" Meanwhile, Iceland is also jumping on the trend, with two Dubai-style chocolate bars now in stores. The Nelino Dubai-Style Chocolate (£2 for 62g) and Bolci Dubai Chocolate (£5 for 100g) both feature a luxurious pistachio cream filling and kadayif pastry. Iceland is the first UK retailer to stock Nelino's version, while Bolci's Turkish-made treat is also available at Morrisons. These new arrivals are already proving a hit. And Asda shoppers have claimed the
