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Hydroplaning
The road is full of dangers. Other drivers, animals, obstructions on the roads, and plenty of other things that can cause accidents, which can lead to serious injuries and even death, are on the road. One of the dangers that many have faced and can face is hydroplaning. This is when your car is moving…
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Driving in fog – Dos and Don’ts
riving in fog is like driving with a blindfold on. It’s the most dangerous driving hazard and should be taken seriously. Here is some tips on how to drive safely in fog. Don’t Use Excessive Speed When it’s foggy out the road can be wet so don’t drive too fast. Not only can you not…
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Emergency vehicles and situations
Every driver will experience at some point the alarming situation of being exposed to emergency vehicles passing through the streets or intersections where he or she is located. While most drivers know that it is feasible and important to give the right of way to the passing emergency vehicle, the majority of drivers are not…
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Sharing the road with pedestrians
In commonly accepted standards of etiquette as well as in many traffic regulations and laws, sharing the road with other people is a sign of respect that is expected from any driver out there. It is important to always remember that roads are public and can be used freely by anyone at any time under…
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Break Failure – Dos and Don’ts
Having your brakes fail while you are driving is a dangerous and horrifying experience, especially when you are traveling on an interstate highway or other high-speed roadway. When you encounter a vehicular emergency, it is imperative that you understand ways and options to address the emergency, particularly since emergencies seem to happen in the least desirable…
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Sharing the road with motorcyclists
Many US cities have seen a wide emergence of motorcycle drivers due to their low cost, effectiveness, ease of use and overall rapidness to reach other areas of the city faster than most cars and vehicles. Sharing a public road with motorcycle drivers entails giving enough space for them to travel on their motorcycles on…
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Approaching Intersections
When you are approaching an intersection, make sure that you are aware of road markings and signs to let you know which lanes are allowed to move in which directions. Move into the proper lane for where you are headed, and be sure to check your mirrors and blind spot to ensure that you make…
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Negotiating Roundabouts
Roundabouts are considered a circuitous or circular intersection, and they are often one of the greatest challenges that a new driver must learn to conquer. If you are feeling nervous about negotiating this type of road, reminding yourself of the following dos and don’ts may help keep your anxiety at bay, and secure safe passage…
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What to do when you have to break suddenly?
There are times when we need to break suddenly and get our cars to stop quickly. Here are some ways you can break your vehicle when you need to stop in a short period of time. Know the Type of Brake System You Have If you don’t have ABS or anti-lock brakes press and release…
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Slipping, Sliding and Hydroplaning
One of the most frightening things that can happen while driving is to realize that you’ve lost control of your vehicle. But that’s exactly what happens when you hydroplane. Hydroplaning happens on wet highways; it’s caused by your tires losing contact with the road and sliding across the film of water, much like water skis.…
