Driving & Safety

While common sense plays the largest factor into braking effectively and safely while driving, knowing how your car brakes will optimize your success. There are many factors to consider when...

Manual transmission isn't so hard. In fact, that's just something you learn once, then you even don't think anymore about it.

The four way stop is a traffic phenomenon that has continued to mystify drivers since the day it was invented. The concept of taking turns without a traffic light to tell you when to do so is...

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...

All of us have been in or have seen people stall somewhere on a road. Usually in front of a traffic light. Well this article is here to help all those who don't want to have those embarrassing...

Driving an autoshift Freightliner is similar to operating any vehicle with an automatic transmission. Eaton developed the heavy-duty automatic for long haul drivers to help ease the burden of...

You may, someday, find yourself having to drive a manual-gear vehicle. For those who've never done it, the task may seem difficult. Many jobs feature manual vehicles. In snow country, manual gears...

The United States had about 205 million licensed drivers as of 2007, according to the Federal Highway Administration. Once you know the basics, driving a car makes it easy to travel.

Driving in reverse does not come naturally to most people, and many people do not feel comfortable when having to do it. While driving in reverse definitely has the disadvantage of reduced...

A lot of experienced automatic drivers and new drivers alike want to learn how to drive manual. At first it can seem like an intimidating thing to learn, but by the end of this article you will be...

Getting into the driver's seat of an automobile is exciting, but learning how to maneuver a manual transmission can be challenging. Many drivers are reluctant to drive a manual car due to the...

On September 29, 2009 automaker Toyota announced its largest ever safety-related recall. Prompted by a warning from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding accelerator pedals...

Driving a standard, or manual, transmission is very different from driving a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Instead of the gears being shifted for you, the driver must cycle...

Modern vehicles are built with two types of transmissions,manual and automatic,there are certain foreign cars that are equiped with both transmission types in one car! it's easier to operate a...

Find a wide-open, flat area to practice driving with a stick shift. An empty parking lot with no obstructions is ideal. Before you begin, get familiar with your car's pedals and parking brake....

Many drivers prefer automatic gearboxes (also called automatic transmissions) for the simplicity they offer. Still, not everyone knows how to properly use an automatic gearbox. Learn how you can...

Muscle cars are the most popular type of car to use for drag racing. Drag racing is a contest where two cars race each other to see which is fastest. The distance in most drag races is a quarter...

According to the National Highway Safety Administration, there were 37,261 traffic fatalities in the U.S. in 2008. Those statistics could be decreased dramatically, however, if drivers would...

The emergency brake is also called the parking brake, and is commonly used for added security when parking on inclines. It works on a different system than the driving brakes, which rely on power...

Most of the driving population brakes with their right foot. For most this is the foot to use because it feels right. It has even been argued that right foot braking is somehow safer than left...

For those who have never learned to drive a manual car; it's not too late! Driving a stick shift is not as difficult as it may seem. Remembering these simple steps can make all the difference and...

Every teenager that learns to drive has to complete several basic driving maneuvers - backing up in a straight line, parallel parking and a three point turn. Although these driving maneuvers...

This article should make driving a stick as easy as one-two-three. Follow these step by step, pedal by pedal, and gear by gear rules and soon you'll be driving like a professional without a sweat.

For those who have never driven a manual transmission car before, the most difficult part is getting the car out of first gear. This requires first getting the car moving from a standstill,...

When you slip the clutch--also known as feathering--you're essentially letting the clutch pedal up slowly. This is good for giving you increased control of the vehicle and a nice smooth start, but...

This article is intended to give you step by step instruction on how to shift in a car with manual transmission.

Whether you're showing off, drawing attention or trying to be intimidating, peeling out in a car is a statement. The sound of tire against pavement is accompanied by the smell of rubber and the...

Spinning car tires is not just something done by teenagers driving dad's sports car for the first time. Spinning the tires on a car is actually done by professional drag racers and other race car...

While learning to drive a stick shift can be difficult, it is also quite a bit of fun. To learn to properly drive a manual transmission, you will need these basic instructions and many hours of...

Making a car peel out, or doing a burn-out, can take some time to master. It may look easy, but does take skill to do it correctly. If you know how to make a car peel out, you can leave black tire...

If a gas pedal is stuck, put the car in neutral and slowly pull over to the side of road, all while checking traffic. Discover why a person should never try to pull out a stuck gas pedal while...

This article will teach you the basics of driving a car with a manual transmission, also called a "stick shift". It will take a little practice before it becomes second nature but...

Shifting a transmission on a car can be tricky at first. The hardest part is learning how much gas to give as you release the clutch. When you engage the vehicle in gear the process of driving a...

When you flood an engine, you are filling it with too much liquid gasoline. You need to add air to your engine to dry out the liquid gasoline and replace it with a gas and air mixture....

Doing a good burnout can take a little bit of practice and skill. A great burnout can be judged by the amount of smoke coming from the tires and the black tread marks left on the ground once the...

Driving hazards can range from poor road conditions to harsh weather and vehicles that have not been properly serviced. While a driver cannot control the first two hazards, he can control how...

Driving a stick shift car is really not that hard. Once you learn how to do it, it becomes natural. You just need to know when to shift gears. So let's get started on shifting gears.

Double clutching in a tractor trailer truck is the proper way to change gears. Although many seasoned drivers float the clutch, the only method accepted by the Department of Transportation during...

How to drive step by step is a bit frightening of a concept to provide this information on the internet. That being said, these are the basics. Employing this knowledge does not in any way make...

Does someone in your house drive a manual transmission car? Are you ready to get behind the wheel of this car and drive in case of an emergency? Being able to drive a stick shift can save...

How to ride a quad or a motorcycles with gears on it.

The number of manual shift cars and trucks is decreasing, but a driver may find a need to operate a manual shift vehicle. Driving a manual shift car or truck is different than driving one with an...

When driving in icy conditions, avoid sudden movements, abrupt braking or fast acceleration, turn the wheel in the opposite direction the case of skidding and press on the gas pedal or brake pedal...

Brakes represent the most important safety component in your car. They allow you to slow down, stop, avoid potential accidents and hold your car in place if parked. But this mechanism is more than...

Many an accident can occur if you have faulty brake lights. Without a way to indicate that you plan to stop or have stopped your vehicle, you can cause a traffic pileup of other cars coming to a...

Driving a stick shift car isn't difficult at all. With these guidelines you'll know how to drive a manual transmission car in no time.

Everyday someone has to drive a manual transmission weather or not they have done it before there is always that chance they are going to have to try even if they don't want to.

Is it your first time trying to drive a manual/stick shift car? Do you want to impress the ladies by driving a stick shift car? Are you having trouble starting the vehicle without stalling? If...

First I would like to emphasize that driving with your left foot should only be done by those who have an impairment with their right foot. Automobiles are generally made to be operated with the...

Although they are in the minority, many cars today are still available with a manual transmission. Automatics are easier to drive, but manual transmissions do offer some benefits, such as greater...