In countries such as the US where cars with automatic transmission forms the majority, it would be easy to ignore the need to learn manual or stick shift driving. People have to take heed of this warning : A person who knows how to drive a stick shift can always drive a car with automatic transmission in no time while the reverse situation is not always true. A driver … [Read more...]
Tips for Driving in the Rain
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but the weather has been crazy these past few months. Where it is supposed to be summer, they are getting storms. Where it is supposed to be cold, the temperatures are way up. In case you find yourself driving in the rain, here are some tips that will help you stay safe. Pay extra attention when it suddenly rains after a long dry … [Read more...]
Brakes – What can go wrong? – Part 1
The brake system of your car is one of the most vital safety features that without which driving would be impossible. There are many things that can go wrong with your brakes and as preventive maintenance and regular inspection, it would be best to check on a few parts so you don’t get caught without brakes on the road. Under the hood of any vehicle there is a container or … [Read more...]
REAL Defensive Driving Tips
In a recent post, I wrote about how defensive driving can really help you out. But what exactly is defensive driving? Here are some practical tips that you can bear in mind while on the road. These are REAL defensive driving techniques that can keep you in one piece as you travel from point A to point B. Go with the flow Say you are on a road with a speed limit of 65 … [Read more...]
Grade Your Driving with the Number of Dents and Scratches
Have you ever considered counting the number of dents and scratches you have on your car? Apparently you can use these marks as features in determining just how good of a driver you really are. Of course, scratches and dents can be accidents caused when your car is parked but for sure, you will know which ones were done by you due to your driving. This is not to say that … [Read more...]