Driving

Honking a Car Horn: What You Need To Know

Summary An electric car horn works using a solenoid attached to a metal diaphragm that vibrates when a current is…

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What Is the Wheelbase and How Does It Affect Car Performance?

Summary The wheelbase is the distance between the front and rear wheel's center when viewed from the side.Long-wheelbase vehicles have…

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Settling the Debate: Is It Better to Back Into a Parking Space?

Summary For some drivers, reverse parking takes up too much time, disrupting the flow of traffic. But in reality, it…

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How to Deal With Drivers Who Tailgate

Summary If there's one bad driving habit that nobody wants to deal with, it’s tailgating.Some people tailgate because it’s their…

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What Are Paddle Shifters and How Do They Work?

Summary Paddle shifters are small levers behind the steering wheel or column that let the driver shift gears in a…

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How to Wear A Seat Belt When Pregnant Safely

Summary It’s safe to wear seat belts while pregnant as long as you do it properly. To wear a seat…

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What Is Autonomous Emergency Braking?

Because of the alarming numbers of transportation deaths and injuries, the Department of Transportation (DOT) released its first National Roadway…

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Muddy Mishaps: How to Handle a Car Stuck In Mud

Summary Once your car gets stuck in mud, don’t panic and avoid hitting the gas pedal harder.Some of the things…

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Mountain Driving Tips for the Wilderness Explorer

Road trips are for anyone who wants to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. A quick drive to…

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Are You Safe From Lightning Strikes While in a Car?

Lightning is a scary thing. It’s blindingly bright, and the sharp crack of deafening thunder closely follows its passage. If…

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