Driving Safety

Just because you don't see a car tailing doesn't mean you aren't bringing trouble home with you. Any time you are engaging in business involving transporting large amounts of cash or valuables,...

A convex mirror has a wider range of view than a plane mirror, giving it many uses, especially relating to safety. Convex mirrors can be found indoors and out, on vehicles and in conjunction with...

Towing your car, whether it's a classic or a newer model, isn't rocket science. However, there are quite a few ways to get it completely wrong and risk both the safety of your car and yourself....

You feel that avoiding your phone will only hurt their feelings. You don't want to let go of that phone but how do you just let go when you're driving. Here is how to deal with that.

In most driving conditions, rear-drive cars are generally safer, because the rear wheels push the car and the front wheels steer it. In snowy or icy conditions, this situation changes...

A sudden loss of power steering followed by an increase in engine heat in a car is the result of a serpentine drive belt, or "S belt," that has fallen off or snapped.

Defensive drivers are often subject to abuse on American highways by aggressive motorists seeking to commute through congested roads with speed. Further, the media generally caricatures defensive...

There are some things you need to do before putting your car in Drive and getting out on the snow covered streets. Many people are not from an area where snow is a part of the regular season and...

There are three versions of the Cobra automobile: the AC Cobra roadster, the 1965-to-1970 Mustang-based Cobras and today's 2007-to-present Shelby Mustang Cobras. Safety issues between the 1960s...

Wheelchair lifts make it possible for people in wheelchairs to get in and out of vehicles safely and efficiently. However, you must use a lift properly to ensure the safety of both you and the...

Unless you are one of those super organized people, chances are good that the glove compartment of your car is crammed full of both important papers and junk! Do things fall out of the...

When visiting a metropolis for the fist time, there are more chances of having your car stolen.

Driving a vehicle is something most people take for granted, and driving forward is simple enough. Driving in reverse, however, is a bit more difficult. To reverse a truck up a ramp takes skill,...

Transporting your Camaro can be safe and hassle-free. The most difficult task is to make sure the car is centered on the trailer and all four wheels are sitting firmly on the bed of the trailer....

Advances in automobile safety features have led to a steady decline in the number of injuries and deaths per year from traffic accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety...

We’ve all heard how good defensive driving may make you safer than even the best offensive driving. Well, here I will present some great new driving tips for our car-crazy ever-texting,...

Most of us probably know the consequences of speeding tickets and other traffic citations. We were in a hurry to get somewhere, and ended up losing time spent dealing with an officer, and then had...

There have been times in a lot of peoples lives where they have been driving and suddenly realize they do not have breaks, don't panic!! There are a few different ways to slow your vehicle to a...

Some simple tips (not just the obvious ones) to improve your driving skills and be able to drive efficiently and safely

Tarps are essentially large, heavy blankets that have multiple uses. They are usually made from a weather-resistant material, and have reinforced holes (called "grommets") around the perimeter to...

The recent media attention on several runaway Toyotas resulting in loss of life and a recall of 3.8 million cars has highlighted the need to know how to stop a runaway car. The cause of runaway...

This picture is a car similar to the one that took the lives of three Dickenson College softball players when they accidentally drove into a North Dakota pond about 10 feet deep. They couldn't get...

A fleet is a group of any type of vehicle not owned or leased by individuals, but by various businesses of differing sizes, or by the government. These include groups like taxis, parcel...

A radar gun can come in handy when you want to track the speed of an approaching car or how fast your son is pitching a baseball. A toy radar gun using Doppler radar does not have the power or...

Emergency tire chains are used on road tires during icy and snowy conditions and are often required in steep regions such as the Rockies, the Cascades and the Sierra Nevada mountains. Snow chains...

Be extra cautious while driving during the holiday.

Hate driving in the ice and snow? Winter driving can be dangerous for even the most experienced drivers. Black ice, high winds, and low visibility bring accident rates to a seasonal high during...

We've all seen them on the road, bucking and stalling while learning how to drive stick. This guide was designed to take some of the pain and embarrassment out of the process. However, it is no...

There are many instances where drivers are unaware while driving on the highway. Drivers tend to focus on getting onto the highway rather than yielding upon entering the highway. Yield means to...

Often, when we go to an airport, we see slabs of concrete in the parking areas and along roadways. These concrete slabs are called Jersey barriers and are designed to direct traffic and protect...

Tired of your window fogging up every time you turn your defroster on? Fog can restrict your view and become extremely dangerous while driving. A wall of white fog can leave you with no option but...

While dirt roads are still prevalent in many remote areas of the world, here in the US they are a disappearing and in many ways still charming bit of Americana. If you are traveling in or perhaps...

Winter can be dangerous with extremely cold weather conditions, snow and ice. It is very important to prepare your car for the winter months. Being unprepared can leave you stranded and in a...

Condensation in a car window appears when there is a temperature difference between the air inside and the air outside of the car. Condensation builds up around the windshield and makes it...

Many new cars come with an alarm system. Some systems are more sensitive than others while others include components that may disable a car from starting if the alarm is not disabled or a specific...

Too many times in my job as a courtesy car driver I see dumb and stupid driving! This adds to stress,if you have NO idea what to do to combat stress while driving. This is an article with just a...

Mopeds are small engine motorcycles that have been outfitted with pedals. They were designed to provide cheap and easy transportation without the strict licensing requirements of traditional...

If you haven't experienced a case of road rage yet, then chances are you haven't been driving for very long. During traffic jams and rush hour commutes, tempers flare and manners get thrown out...

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You should drive a car with a blown head gasket only as a last-resort emergency. The longer you drive the vehicle, the more you'll damage the internal parts. Long-term use can compromise the...

Whether it's your home, office or even your automobile, mice are troublesome pests that can take up unwelcome residence in any environment. A small crack of an open car window or door can provide...

Whether you are creating a car trip to drive to your neighboring state or one that extends across the entire country, by planning your trip in advance it can save you frustration and also keep you...

Not everyone on the road cares about driving, and not everyone is a great driver. Some people have the need for speed, while others prefer driving 10 miles below the speed limit. Whatever the...

Whether it's extreme heat or a winter blizzard there's always a possibility that you may break down on the road. It may be driving to work or on a vacation trip. These few tips and preparations...

Navigating around a curve in a fast-moving car is a skill that can take some time to master, but with a little practice anyone can do it. Following a few simple steps can help keep you safe on wet...

You've been there driving when you suddenly feel the Sandman knocking at your car door. Well you don't want to end up in some ditch so your going to need to stay awake.

Have you ever noticed how many vehicle accidents that you see are "rear-end" accidents? I'm guessing that 99% of these accidents could be avoided by changing our driving habits. This, in...

Getting pulled over is a waste of time and can get expensive. Going the speed limit is always the right answer however, if you happen to be speeding and get pulled over there are clever ways to...

Tires play an important role in vehicle safety. If they are worn out, your car may won't handle properly or stop in the shortest distance possible. You should check your tires' tread depth so will...

It's interesting to try to imagine what Benjamin Franklin (1706 to 1790) would think about streetlights in America today. Franklin designed glass-pane lamps that provided candlelight for the...