Driving & Safety

When I first learned to drive a manual transmission car, I noticed that some teachers just didn't know how to teach very well. I am going to write a little guide with some tips, in the simplest...

We've all seen them on the road, bucking and stalling while learning how to drive stick. This guide was designed to take some of the pain and embarrassment out of the process. However, it is no...

Driving during a snow storm can be dangerous especially if you have never driven in snow before. New drivers and those in areas that don’t normally get snow are vulnerable to accidents. Even...

Most automatic Mazda3 models are equipped with what's called "manual-shift mode." While in "drive", the transmission works like any other automatic transmission, shifting gears for you as you...

Teaching yourself to drive a manual transmission is one of the most difficult tasks you can undertake. I learned to drive a manual transmission from a friend and thought I would never be able to...

Parking in a city or town where spaces are limited may force you to park on a hill. Unlike parking on other areas of a street, a hill poses the danger of your car rolling down and hitting another...

Learning to drive a stick shift isn't terribly difficult. But the need is becoming more rare as most cars have automatic transmissions or have a Tiptronic clutchless transmission. Those who have...

The automobile is a complex piece of machinery. It uses an entire concert, a literal symphony of mechanical devices and electronics---all controlled by the input of the most important part of the...

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...

Manual (or standard) transmissions have been around as long as cars have. While many people choose to drive automatic cars, manual gearboxes allow you more control over how you drive....

Using a manual transmission efficiently is a matter of becoming familiar with the shifting process. Mastering stick shifts, clutches and coordinating accelerators comes with practice. Drivers who...

If you ask anyone who drives regularly, they will tell you that it is more fun to drive a manual transmission car than an automatic. There is just something about a manual transmission that feels...

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...

Driving a manual transmission car in the United States is not a necessary skill. Most cars are standard with automatic transmission, but learning can be a useful skill. Manual cars are generally...

The parking brake is a mechanical device with two main functions in vehicle operation. Drivers use it to ensure that a car or truck remains stationary while parked. Drivers can also use it as a...

Driving a car with a manual transmission can seem like a daunting task at first, but it also has its benefits as far as shifting gears and overall control. Once you get the hang of driving a...

One of the nice things about having a car with a manual transmission is having the ability to push start it. While it's a relatively simply process, be sure to check out the tips/warnings to pull...

Let me start by emphasising that driving a vehicle is a PRIVELEG, NOT a right. Driving can be dangerous if you do not know what you are doing. Here is a few simple steps that will help you learn...

The engine is the heart of an automobile. When the engine breaks down, you may choose to overhaul it or replace it by removing the engine. Mounting the rebuilt engine or its replacement in the...

You'll learn, in detail, how to quickly and easily pick up the skill of driving a manual (standard) transmission.

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,...

The manual transmission of a vehicle is a gearbox that requires manual shifting from one gear to another. Timing in shifting depends on the grade of the road and the speed the vehicle is...

The term "neutral transmission" refers to the state when the transmission is shifted into the neutral position or neutral gear on the gearbox. Many people believe that putting your car into...

A tiptronic transmission is an automatic transmission that can be controlled like a manual transmission. In a standard automatic transmission, a computer selects which gear the car should operate...

When driving a stick, or manual transmission, the first step is to push in the clutch while trying to turn the ignition. Discover how to use the clutch when shifting gears with help from the...

Downshifting is done to slow down without using the brakes, but this isn't good for the transmission, and it is also dangerous. Discover why a driver should check to make sure no one is behind...

Driving a commercial truck can be a lucrative career. If you determine what type of truck and what type of work you are going to be doing, this will help you to determine what you will need. The...

Why learn to drive a stick shift car? Here in the US, most people can't drive a car with a manual transmission, but if you plan to travel to Europe you'll find automatics are virtually unheard of...

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...

Ah, the seductive squeal of tires breaking loose on pavement. To peel out with an automatic transmission for the first time is akin to a first kiss: sloppy, poorly executed, but never forgotten....

Driving comes easy to some people, but for others it can take a lot of practice. When learning how to drive a car, it is best to take deep breaths and just relax. Figure out the proper steps in...

Drifting a car is much easier when you drive a stick shift. You can still drift an automatic car, but it takes some skill. The problem is that when you try the drift, there's a big potential of...

Practice, practice, practice. The pressure of someone learning to drive a manual transmission can be overwhelming and intimidating, especially when you add in some traffic to the lesson. The...

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...

I have taught over a dozen people how to drive a manual transmission car in under 2 hours using this approach. Good also if you want to teach yourself.

A stick shift transmission, which is also known as a manual transmission, or sometimes just a "standard", is used in automobiles as an alternative to an automatic transmission variety. Stick shift...

Driving a car with manual transmission requires a good balance between engine power and the throttle, as the clutch is pressed to disengage the engine power during gear shifts, and it is gently...

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.

One of the most challenging experiences in learning to drive can be learning how to operate a vehicle with a manual transmission. Once you become comfortable in operating a vehicle with a manual...

Anyone who has limited their driving abilities to cars and trucks with automatic transmissions has deprived themselves of a lot of great driving experiences. They have also deprived themselves of...

Whether we see them in movies or on the road, burnouts always draw attention. The purpose of the burnout is to raise the tire temperature before a drag race (tires perform better when they are...

Anyone learning to drive should use a car equipped with an automatic transmission, since shifting gears and gaining clutch coordination on a manual transmission car takes a lot of practice. There...

Manual transmission cars are not as common as they once were, and this has resulted in fewer people learning how to drive them. However, it is a skill that takes time to learn and would obviously...

There are few events more frustrating that getting your car stuck in the mud. While the initial reaction is to gun the engine, that won’t help the situation, and will probably make things...

Steep mountain roads often have beautiful views but also hold serious hazards for divers. Keeping a manual transmission car under control takes skill and practice. Learning the techniques for...

Parallel parking can be a daunting task, especially if you're driving a vehicle with a manual transmission and you're attempting to park on a hill. The process to parallel park with a manual...

Rush hour is always a hassle for any driver but more so when you have a manual transmission. The simple act of pushing the clutch in and out begins to fatigue the leg and just relaxing becomes...

Learn how to drive a manual transmission and use the heel toe technique in this free online video instruction.

Learn what not to do when driving a standard manual transmission in this free online video instruction.

Learn how to drive a manual transmission and what to do with hands and feet in this free online video instruction.