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By Garry Crystal, eHow UK 0 comments
The M11 motorway stretches for around 50 miles from South Woodford in north-east London to north-west of Cambridge. The M11 is a two lane, each way motorway, except in a section near Stansted where it becomes three lanes. For a lot of drivers, ... more »
By eHow Cars Editor 0 comments
The driveway is full of snow and there is that special snow barrier the plow left you at the end of the driveway. When there's no time to plow the driveway, a combination of luck and know-how can get your car out and get you on your way... more »
By lilvani 0 comments
Do you have your license but are afraid to drive? Do you not even have your license yet because you have that fear? Do you feel limited in life because you need to depend on someone to take you the places you need to go? Conquer your fear! Here ... more »
By delorean88 0 comments
Here's what to do if your car is spinning out on an icy patch. With a little traction, and possibly help from your friends, you can get it going again... more »
By eHow Cars Editor 0 comments
Everyone else is enjoying the winter wonderland and you would be too, if you could get your car out of the snowdrift. A common nuisance of living in a snow-swept climate is the occasional need to dig your automobile out of the snow. However, ... more »
By excess2323 0 comments
The Summer months can take a toll on your vehicle. Luckily there are steps you can take to prepare your car for the heat. The article is mainly geared towards locations that hit 90 degrees or hotter in the summertime... more »
By Kristie Raburn 0 comments
There in nothing more frustrating than going outside on a cold winter day and finding out your car won’t start! After several years suffering through Minnesota winters and a couple of Louisiana ice storms, I quickly learned vehicle maintenance ... more »
By Cateline 0 comments
The weather outside is frightful, but inside you car, its delightful! It's not fun, but sooner or later your vehicle will get stuck in the snow and or the ice. Except if you are one of the lucky souls that lives where it never snows or gets icy. ... more »
By eHow Cars Editor 0 comments
These days, there are more advantages to carpooling than ever before. You have the opportunity to save money on gas, help the environment and enjoy the company of others at the same time. Like any group effort, a carpool requires courtesy and ... more »
By eHow Cars Editor 0 comments
When you master the technique of heel toe downshift you can downshift smoothly. You also lessen the wear and tear on the engine by eliminating the "bucking" caused by the low idle RPMs and the high revolution of the wheel speed. Here's how to ... more »
By Diane Hartman 0 comments
Traveling from point A to point B is something that we all must do. The cost of getting there is rising faster than a loaf of baking bread! Unfortunately, we can not control the price of gas, but we can control our travel techniques... more »
By bluemoon 0 comments
I have a Prius - and I have learned some good driving habits from my car. These will work with any vehicle... more »
By Joshua327 0 comments
Improving your mpg in a manual transmission diesel truck.. more »
By Pamela Charboneau 2 comments
With the price of gas at an all-time high, the need to get the most out of your fuel dollars is more important than ever. By following a few simple guidelines and tips, it is possible to maximize your vehicle’s fuel performance, and maybe exceed ... more »
By gobanc 0 comments
Over the last several years the price of gasoline has gone up like a rocket. But, be of good cheer. There are seven very easy things that you can do to increase your gas mileage and save money... more »
By DesireeAmber 0 comments
With the ever raising gas prices, it is getting more and more expensive to drive those V-8 trucks. My husband has no choice in driving his V-8 truck since it is used for his work. His profits however from the jobs are getting smaller and smaller ... more »
By eHow Cars Editor 0 comments
Radar detectors are devices that detect signals from police radar detectors and alert you that police are monitoring your speed. Be aware that these machines are illegal in some areas... more »
By Bumper595 0 comments
Ever want to help someone who needed "a jump"? Ever needed one yourself? Here's how to do it quickly and safely... more »
By eHow Cars Editor 0 comments
Is your dog or cat running you ragged, bouncing off the walls of your car or truck cab, getting into your arms while you drive? This is actually a dangerous situation. You have two main choices; cage the animal or find ways to get it into the ... more »
By Mindee94 0 comments
With the current economic situation being what it is making simple adjustments to your life is imperative to making money stretch as far as it can. By being a safe driver you will keep your insurance rates down and also your potential hospital ... more »
By Tony Evans 0 comments
When states fail to curb dangerous senior drives, the results can be tragic. Trying to persuade Grams or Grandpa to give up the ID card with their picture on it is likely to be met with an irascible, if not downright hostile response. Here are ... more »
By Wiggles 0 comments
Driving can be a taxing and new experience. There are a lot of new and exciting things to do when you first begin to drive. But there are some things well.. that aren't so fun at first. Parallel parking and driving at night being two of them. Im ... more »
By eHow Cars Editor 0 comments
It can be really frustrating to drive around looking for an address. If you don't have directions and can't call to get them, you might get lost and then you would really be frustrated. There are a few things you can do to make finding an elusive ... more »
By bluemoon 0 comments
Do you think someone is following you? Use this fool-proof method to determine for sure that you are being followed, and get out alive... more »
By eHow Cars Editor 0 comments
Being able to make a safe right turn is one of driving's fundamental skills. It's often the first turn teenagers make when learning to drive, since turning left usually requires crossing in front of traffic. The technique for making a proper ... more »