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How to Know What to do After a Car Accident

By krazigirl79

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In 2005 there were more than 6 million car accidents in the USA (Car-Accidents.com, 2008). If you've ever been involved in an accident, you understand the confusing, terrifying and oftentimes painful moments that occur immediately after the ... more »

How to know when it is time to buy a new car.

By ***amylaine

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There is a time where a car's life no longer fits the need of the owner. It might be due to mechanical issues or that it just no longer fits your needs. As environment awareness becomes a issue many wonder if they really should just deal with the ... more »

How to Know When to Replace a Fan Thermostat

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you have ever been stuck in a city traffic jam and your car gets hot, you already may know when to replace a fan thermostat. First, determine why the vehicle is running hot. Is the fan just not cooling correctly or has it completely stopped ... more »

How to Know When to Stop For a School Bus

By Sarah Wilson, CCRP

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It is obvious to me that some people do not know when to stop for a school bus loading children. This irritated me for awhile. When I started researching the topic to write this article, I realized that many states have different laws. I can't do ... more »

How to learn about The truth about saving on gas

By 7seconds

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don't be fooled by all those scams like buying gas saving spark plugs and putting nitrogen in your tires, those stores just want your money and it's easy to manipulate people in a desperate time.. more »

How to live in the Mountains

By Houlesranch

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This is a brief summary/description on living in the mountains and what you will need to know in order to survive both financially and spiritually as well. As well as Wildfires, and wildlife. Emergency situations will arise at one time or ... more »

How to Maintain A Higher Speed on Road Curves

By Aimee30

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This is how I don't have to slow down much on road curves. This is usually highway curves or curves that aren't sharp. (The sharp ones will usually have a posted speed limit anyway). This must be done with good judgement, however. Read on to ... more »

How to Maintain Your Vehicle to Avoid Breakdowns

By Clem-Media

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Vehicle maintenance is particularly important during the colder months. After all, you don't want your car to break down on icy streets in blowing snow and freezing temperatures. Even if you take your car in for routine oil changes, you car may ... more »

How to make a 3 point turn.

By dlaw

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This is how to perform a 3-point turn. aka- "K turn".. more »

How to Make A Car Drift continued...

By CoronaPrince7

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As you can see from the previous techniques in my previous article, drifting is not the most natural thing for a car to do. To get a car in good shape to drift and to keep it in good shape as a drifting car, there are some additions or ... more »

How to Make Money Selling Car Parts from Your Car

By ChrisMorgan

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Do you have working car parts you no longer need? Lenses? Hubcaps? Lamps? Don't throw them away. You can make money selling your car's used parts... more »

How to Make Money Selling Used Auto Parts on Ebay

By *Janet Ford

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A red hot market that is not being taken advantage of to it's full potential. It won't matter how many people get in on it, it won't saturate the market. One woman I know of makes an average of $10K per MONTH with this idea... more »

How to make your teen drive safer with a bumper sticker.

By thesquirrelymom

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One of the scariest times a parent goes through is when their teen starts driving. Here is an idea of how to make sure they keep in mind the things you have taught them when you are not along to monitor their driving... more »

How to Manage Water Usage in Your RV

By Mark Corgan

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After few camping trips in your RV, you probably have realized that fresh water is one of the most important elements of an enjoyable outing. But showering, washing dishes, brushing your teeth, or rinsing your grassy or muddy feet can use a ... more »

How to Merge on the Freeway

By michaelgavin

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Ever since the 1930s, when the country first started building a national freeway system, thousands of drivers have experienced the ups and downs of driving to work on a freeway or a highway. One of the most common lane changes that you will make ... more »

How to Modify Your Suspension for Hydraulics

By eHow Cars Editor

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One way to modify your suspension to prepare for the addition of a hydraulics kit is to add hydraulics bumpstops. These pressurized springs give your suspension added reinforcement, protection and the necessary leeway to prevent the damage that ... more »

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit in Missouri

By eHow Cars Editor

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Persons who are disabled in Missouri can apply for a disabled parking space permit. A person with a permanent disability can request disabled license plates or a disabled parking placard. A person with a temporary disability can only request a ... more »

How to Pass a Car on a Highway

By eHow Cars Editor

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Driving can be fun but annoying when you get behind a car that is going slow. That is when you need to know how to pass a car on the highway. There are ways to do it safely and you need to know them--these are covered in your driving test--but it ... more »

How to pass your car theory test

By Bigfoot

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Many learner drivers have difficulty overcoming the first obstacle of the driving test called "The Car Theory Test". Many people fail taking it whereas most giften learner drivers are already familiar and reasonably knowledgeable about ... more »

How to Place an Ad to Sell a Car Online

By eHow Cars Editor

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The Internet has changed the way we do many things, particularly buying and selling used items. These days, selling a car doesn’t necessarily mean putting an advertisement in the local paper and hoping that you’ll be able to sell within a few ... more »

How to Plan Your Project Using The History Of the Ford Hot Rod Roadster

By Driverinmyhead

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The AMERICAN Hot Rod! What exactly IS a Traditional Ford Roadster? Read here to find out!.. more »

How to polish aluminum

By dereklmiller

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Quick brief on different aluminum metal types and how to save money doing it yourself... more »

How to Prepare for a Four-Wheel Drive Trip

By jbuskirk

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Four-wheel drive expeditions are a lot of fun, but they can also be dangerous if you're not adequately prepared. Follow these steps to make sure you have everything you need before you set out... more »

How to Prepare for a Night at the Strip With Daddy’s T-Bird

By cherdons

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So you want to take daddy’s T-Bird to the strip to see just what it can do? There are some steps you should take to keep both yourself and your car safe. Before you leave the house, check all fluids, making sure they are full. Fill them up if ... more »

How to Prepare for Traffic School

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you received points in your license, want to reduce your insurance premiums or need to improve your defensive driving skills, traffic school can help. Before you can attend classes, however, there are some things you need to do to... more »