Driving & Safety

Radar detectors have long been used by people who travel a lot. Today, however, with more and more speed cameras and red light cameras enforcing posted rules of the road, even the most average...

If you live in an area that receives frequent snowfall, you know that driving in winter is completely different than driving in the summer. While all-wheel drive and snow tires can help, they do...

The Department of Motor Vehicles allows many customers who receive renewal-by-mail notices to renew their driver's licenses on the Internet. You can do this by accessing your individual state's...

The tire safety rating shows the maximum speed a tire can withstand. If you exceed the speed rating of the tire, you risk blowing out the tire.

Auto safety kits are a must have for drivers in climates that present harsh winter driving conditions. Pre-packaged safety kits can be purchased at practically any tire discount store and most...

One important safety measure you as a driver can practice is auto theft prevention. Certain rules can be followed to protect you and your vehicle every day. By following these rules, thieves will...

Sidecars, a special attachment to the side of a motorcycle allowing additional passenger space, have been around nearly as long as there have been motorcycles. The addition of a sidecar changes...

Airbags are credited with saving thousands of lives in car accidents. Now a mandatory inclusion in cars and SUVs, they significantly reduce the chance of severe head and chest injuries.

Before hitting the road in a tractor-trailer "big rig," it's always best to do a walkaround inspection of all the major components: wheels, tires, lights, saddle tanks, mirrors, door latches,...

When driving conditions change in the winter, many people switch their tires out for sturdy winter tires. Comparing all season tires with winter tires can help you decide whether you should...

According to the Economist, "Americans like their trucks." (See References 1) Pick-up trucks are a common sight across the highways and byways that crisscross the U.S. When it comes to safety,...

Operating an automobile in an unsafe manner can lead to a conviction for reckless or negligent driving. Violations of negligent or reckless driving can range from cell phone use to driving at...

The sticker listing fuel economy on a new car represents the results from tests in ideal conditions. Factors such as driving style, route choice and cargo weight can all affect the day-to-day...

Hazard lights are a a feature on most automobiles that make the car's lights flash continuously in order to indicate an emergency or hazard. As the name suggests, these lights should only be used...

If you have been involved in some kind of accident-whether it is a motor vehicle accident, a slip and fall accident, or an accident whereby you received some type of injury through someone else's...

Hit and Run accidents are the result of one party causing damage to another party's property or person and leaving the scene before producing the proper driver documentation.

With the exception of Kansas and South Dakota, potential drivers under the age of 18 in the United States must acquire a driver's permit, otherwise known as a graduated license or learner's...

Convex mirrors are used by professional drivers to increase driving safety and avoid collisions. Truck drivers use them and most police car have them. The biggest advantage to having a convex or...

It's often difficult to find a place to park in a big city or at the beach. Most highly populated towns and cities use parking meters. The parking meters help cities bring in revenue and ensure...

The wide variety of child safety seats that you can choose from may leave you wondering which is best for your child. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) releases a yearly...

Winter beckons, and many roads are covered with snow, ice and slush, making for slick conditions and hazardous driving. When carrying such precious cargo as yourself, your children, other family...

The Toyota Prius is one of the most popular hybrid cars on the market today, and many drivers have found that specific Prius driving techniques and general tips for fuel economy can help them...

Drivers often confuse when auxiliary driving lights and fog lights should be used. Because they are usually not required, uneducated drivers often misunderstand the lamps' application. Rules vary...

Broken belts in tires result from defects in manufacturing, improper mounting, degraded rubber from aging, exposure to heat, ozone, debris or oversteer. Broken belts are extremely dangerous and...

After you are are involved in an auto crash you need to take immediate action to protect yourself. In this day and age of lawsuits and insurance fraud, here are some steps you can take to defend...

This article is dedicated to all those drivers out there that think they are the only one on the road. You know the ones: Ms. Multi-Tasker who is so talented she can put on her make up, talk on...

Car seats were made so children can safely ride in motor vehicles. Proper guidelines should be followed at all times. The age at which a child can switch from car seats to booster seats varies by...

According to Healthychildren.org, thousands of children in the United States are injured or killed in car accidents each year. One way to help protect young passengers is to properly use an...

Senior citizens are often the target of abuse and theft in parking lots. Robbers can quickly steal purses, items and even vehicles in a parking lot. Many safety precautions can be taken by senior...

Rules on how to do a four-way traffic stop.

Quick: What is the proper following distance from the car in front of you? A recent survey from GMAC Insurance found that 80 percent of licensed drivers weren't able to answer this actual question...

Driving is such a commonplace activity for most Americans that the risks are sometimes overlooked. Even with scenes of highway disasters plastered over the local news nearly every night, the...

In 2008, drunk drivers accounted for 31.6 percent of all traffic fatalities, according to Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Because of the dangers involved with drunk driving, repeat offenders of...

An anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a safety feature in many modern vehicles. A conventional braking system requires the driver to pump the brake pedal manually to keep the wheels from locking up...

Street racing is an unsanctioned illegal race performed on public roads. Most races are in a drag-sprint format and can be well coordinated or spontaneous.

Although most people complete their driver training at a private driving school, there are other options for getting licensed. No matter which route a person takes, she should make sure she knows...

How to stop Speeding Tickets. There are dozens if not hundreds of articles on the internet telling us how to avoid traffic tickets. There are dozens if not hundreds of articles on the internet...

Ice on a windshield can be very dangerous if not properly removed before driving. It can be time consuming to remove, and even dangerous if one slips while trying to remove the ice. Finding ways...

Letting a person with an instructional permit take longer trips out of state can help him become a better driver, but also poses a potential law violation, because not all states allow drivers to...

Twisted seat belts are uncomfortable. Twisting makes the belt feel tighter than it should and often causes pinching or poking. But not only are twisted seat belts uncomfortable, they are also...

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Tire chains and cables might not be familiar to everyone in the United States, but they are a common part of driving in areas that experience a lot of snow and ice. Some state highway officials...

Citations and petitions are terms associated with traffic violations. They are not complementary in nature. The former is always issued first and the latter is an appeal against the former.

The roof of the car is one of the most vulnerable parts of the car as there is little support in the structural frame. In the event of a rollover, most models of cars collapse and crush inward on...