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By logan

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Taking the right safety steps when driving in bad weather (fog, rain, snow, ice).. more »

How to Learn to Drive at Night

By Becca

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Learn some easy ways to become more comfortable while driving at night... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Colorado

By eHow Cars Editor

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There are several ways to qualify for a disabled parking permit in Colorado. You need a valid medical certification of legal blindness, limited mobility, pulmonary restriction or cardiac condition. You are eligible if you cannot walk without an ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Louisiana

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you are a disabled resident of Louisiana, your disability must be certified by a physician in order to qualify for either the mobility impaired license plates or the mobility impaired hang-tag. There are several disability conditions which ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Virginia

By eHow Cars Editor

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Any resident of Virginia who is disabled can apply for disabled parking placards or disability license plates. Qualifying permanent or temporary disabilities under Virginia Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) rules include limited mobility or when ... more »

How to overtake safely

By Cafa

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Overtaking on a busy two-way highway is the ultimate test of driver's ability. Some pass it, some don't. There's an error which most of the drivers make, and it's overtaking by acceleration, that's why I made this article. Even the ... more »

How to Prepare a Car for a Snowstorm

By ChristiB

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The winter season brings all kinds of weather that can make it difficult to stay safe on the road. Prepare yourself and your car for a snowstorm beforehand can make a difference. First, you will learn what you need to get your car ready for a ... more »

How to Prepare Your Car for a Road Trip

By eHow Cars Editor

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Whether you're headed for the mountains or the beach, it's crucial that your auto be in good working order. There's nothing worse than having a vacation ruined by car trouble... more »

How to Protect a Motorcycle From Theft

By eHow Cars Editor

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A motorcycle can solve your commuting problems such as traffic jams and fuel economy. At the same time, a compact vehicle like a motorcycle is sometimes easier for thieves to steal. Follow these simple steps and techniques to protect your ... more »

How to React During a Car Fire

By eHow Cars Editor

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You may have the perfect fire escape plan for your home, but have you ever thought about what to do if your car catches on fire? A car can go up in flames in a matter of minutes. Make sure you know what to do to protect yourself and any ... more »

How to Stop a Car Without Brakes

By doonebuggy96

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Imagine this. You’re exiting the freeway off that killer ramp—the one with the steep grade and the hairpin turn midway down. You smash on the brakes, and… nothing. You keep careening at 75 mph toward the guardrail, that broken length of floss ... more »

How to Stop a Semi Truck in an Emergency

By JamieTurner

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To avoid a collision in an emergency situation, if evasive steering isn’t possible then braking becomes the only option left. In general, it’s usually safer to make a quick stop than an evasive turn if there’s enough room to do so. Even if the ... more »

How to Take a Defensive Driving Class

By eHow Personal Finance Editor

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Defensive driving classes can teach you a variety of things to protect you and keep you safe while driving. Take a defensive driving class to learn how to protect yourself against the mistakes other drivers may make. Defensive driving can be used ... more »

How to Turn Left at a Light when there is no Left Turn Lane

By laurapayne

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Turning left at a traffic light without the benefit of a left-turn arrow can be tricky. Additionally, it becomes even more complicated when the road you are on is not marked with a left-turn lane and people behind you are honking because they ... more »

How to Understand How Automotive Air Bags Work

By pcsessler

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Air bags aren’t generally considered to be within the realm of the typical do-it-yourselfer (and rightly so) but of course, if you’ve got the right tools and manuals, anything is possible. A typical air bag system consists of several sensors ... more »

How to Appreciate Road Kill

By Beren deMotier

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Those dead bodies littering the highway don’t have to be a cause of dismay to you and your young ones—they can become part of family road trip fun! Don’t avert your eyes; take a look, and follow these steps to learn how to appreciate road kill... more »

How to avoid a ticket the easy way

By clark711

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Ever snooze too many times and make yourself late for work or an appointment? Maybe you took a quick shower and rushed out the door, but that was not enough. I really need to hurry, or I will be late. Is speeding the answer?.. more »

How to avoid falling asleep at the wheel of an automobile, when your struggling to stay awake.

By Lucent

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Nearly 100,000 car crashes a year named drowsiness as a contributing factor of the accident, 1,500 of which result is fatalities. Here are a few tips that can help drowsy drivers avoid falling asleep at the wheel while driving... more »

How to Check Your Motorcycle Before Riding

By eHow Cars Editor

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Pre-riding inspections can help ensure you're in for a safe ride. The following checklist is recommended for most motorcycles... more »

How to Check Your Oil

By PaulM

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Checking your motor oil often is very important to keep your automobile running efficiently!.. more »

How to Choose Clothing for Riding Your Motorcycle

By eHow Cars Editor

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Proper clothing and footwear can help protect you against injury in case you fall or your motorcycle falls on you. Here are some pointers for selecting the right jackets, pants and boots... more »

How to Cope With Slow-Moving Vehicles

By eHow Cars Editor

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Some vehicles, such as tractors, street sweepers, and horse-drawn carts, cannot keep up with traffic - keep your eye out for them... more »

How to do More with your Cell Phone

By pianistic

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Everyone knows you can make calls and send messages with your cell phone, but have you thought of using it as a flashlight or making your life easier by using it to unlock your car... more »

How to drive in icy conditions

By Addy

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Dreading the drive home from work as the snow from the previous night turns to ice during the day? Heed these tips from proven ice-conquering warriors... more »

How to Drive in the Fog

By eHow Cars Editor

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Driving in the fog is dangerous - much more dangerous than most people realize. Minimize your likelihood of getting into an accident by being aware of the hazards and knowing how to drive in foggy conditions... more »

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