Driving Safety

How to Make a Roadside Emergency Kit for your car

By BigDaddyUSMC

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If you own your own car , You need to be ready for roadside emergencies or break downs. You never know when or where something is going to happen , it could be something minor or you could get stuck in the desert or snow covered mountains for ... more »

How to Make A Statement With Custom Bumper Stickers

By onemore

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I was working at an awful office job a few years ago, when I suddenly came up with an idea for custom bumper stickers. I worked at one of those notoriously inefficient and micro-managerial environments that are common in the US. I have to put up ... more »

How to Make a Winter Safety Kit for Cars

By Sandy Smith

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Winter can be an extremely challenging time for driving, a time when drivers should exercise extra caution when planning a trip. If at all possible, avoid traveling during severe weather, and don’t leave home without packing a winter safety kit ... more »

How to Maneuver City Streets With High Snow Banks

By eHow Cars Editor

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Winter driving can be hazardous, particularly when you're driving in the city with snow banks piled high along narrow city streets. Some of the keys to keeping safe while you're driving in the snow include making sure that your vehicle is ready ... more »

How to Move a Stranded Car

By eHow Cars Editor

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If your car suddenly stops running and you find yourself in the middle of the road, it is best to move your car out of the way. This is for your own safety as well as the safety of passing motorists. Learn to safely move a stranded car and know ... more »

How to Navigate Icy Slopes While Driving

By eHow Cars Editor

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Trying to make it up an icy slope while driving can be a tricky enterprise. Most people who live in areas where ice is common have seen cars struggle to the sides of hills or slide back down because they can't make it up. If you encounter an icy ... more »

How to Navigate in a Snowstorm

By eHow Cars Editor

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Getting around in a snow storm is not an easy task. No matter where you are when it starts, unless you are home, you can have problems. You don't only have to worry about your own skills in navigating the snow but everyone else's. The following ... more »

How to NOT Drive Your Car!

By pcsessler

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American drivers are doing more than just driving their car. Both men and women drivers are getting clean, close shaves and applying make-up on the way to and from work — among other things. There’s no doubt that everyone wants to put travel time ... more »

How to Obey a Traffic Signal

By eHow Cars Editor

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Traffic signals are designed to direct people safely in order to avoid collision and allow pedestrians to cross. Traffic signals are usually seen above an intersection, but can also be on the side of the street. Knowing what each color represents ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Alabama

By eHow Cars Editor

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You are eligible to receive disability parking space permits in Alabama if you are a resident of the state and qualify as disabled as defined by Alabama regulations. The disabled parking permits are available as placards or disability license ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Alaska

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In Alaska, disability parking placards and license plates can be requested by any person who is disabled. The disability can be permanent or temporary but must meet the disability conditions as defined by the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicle (DMV)... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Connecticut

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you become disabled while a resident of Connecticut or move there when already disabled, you may apply for disabled parking permits. Disabled parking is permitted with either disability license plates or disabled parking placards. Your ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Delaware

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Disabled residents of Delaware can apply for disabled parking placards or license plates. The disability must meet the criteria for allowable disabilities under Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) rules. Those criteria primarily involve the ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Florida

By eHow Cars Editor

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There are several ways to qualify for a disabled parking permit in Florida. You need a valid medical certification of legal blindness or limited mobility. Limited mobility must require portable oxygen or an assistive device such as a wheelchair, ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Idaho

By eHow Cars Editor

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All disabled residents of Idaho can apply for disability plates and placards if they meet the definition of disabled in accordance with the Idaho Transportation Department. Here's how... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Indiana

By eHow Cars Editor

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Indiana residents who have a disability that limits the ability to walk are eligible to apply for a disabled parking permit. The types of disabled permits include disabled license plates which are only issued for permanent disability, and ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Iowa

By eHow Cars Editor

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Any Iowa resident with a disability that limits or impairs the person's ability to walk is eligible to apply for a disabled parking permit. The types of disabled permits include license plates, windshield placards and stickers. The applicant must ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Kansas

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you are a disabled Kansas resident, you can apply for a disabled parking placard and/or disability plates. You are entitled to receive two disabled placards and, if permanently disabled, one disabled placard and one disabled license plate. The ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Kentucky

By eHow Cars Editor

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You can apply for a disabled parking placard or disability license plate if you are a disabled resident of Kentucky. To qualify as disabled, either your county clerk must certify that you are obviously disabled or your physician must provide ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Maine

By eHow Cars Editor

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Disabled residents of Maine can apply for disability parking placards or disability license plates. Your disability must restrict your ability to walk and can be caused by various conditions as detailed in Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles rules. ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Maryland

By eHow Cars Editor

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As a disabled resident of Maryland, you may file an application for disabled parking placards or disability license plates. The disabled parking placards are issued for permanent or temporary disabilities. Your disability must be in accordance ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Massachusetts

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you are disabled or become disabled and are a resident of Massachusetts, you can apply for disabled parking permits. Most disabled persons who meet the criteria for disability under Massachusetts law are issued a disabled parking placard. ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Michigan

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you have a disability, whether temporary or permanent, you can apply for a disability parking permit in Michigan. Permanent permits are valid for four years and temporary permits are valid for six months or less. If you have a permanent ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Mississippi

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you are a disabled Mississippi resident, you may qualify for a disability parking permit if the disability meets the criteria defined by Mississippi law. The primary qualification is that you have impaired mobility, although other impairments ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Nebraska

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Any resident of Nebraska can apply for a handicapped parking permit. A disability placard or plates are options, depending on the type of disability defined by the state of Nebraska. The disabilities include, but are not limited to, impaired ... more »

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