Driving

What Happens if You Get an Out-of-State Ticket?

Summary Getting a ticket in DLC states will affect your driving record in your home state, while NVC states will…

11 months ago

Are High RPM Bad For Diesel Engines?

Summary Generally, you shouldn’t drive at high RPM in diesel vehicles unless you need high speed, such as during overtaking.…

11 months ago

Does Driving Slower Save Gas?

Summary Driving slower than 60 mph can help you save gas, but driving slower than 30 mph can burn more…

12 months ago

What Is Clutch Control?

Summary Clutch control is a driver’s ability to smoothly and efficiently operate the clutch using the clutch pedal in conjunction…

12 months ago

Why Does a Gasoline Engine “Diesels” When You Shut It Off?

Summary Dieseling happens in carbureted spark plug-fired gasoline engines because of a combination of high compression ratio and a heat…

12 months ago

First-Time Van Driver? Safety Tips for Driving a Van

Summary To confidently and safely drive your van, get to know its driving features and determine the best route for…

12 months ago

Can You Skip Gears When Downshifting?

Summary It’s generally safe to skip gears when downshifting as long as you release the clutch when the vehicle has…

1 year ago

Vehicle Parts to Check Before Your 4th of July Road Trip

The summer heat presents specific challenges that cause vehicles to break down. This year is going to be especially challenging,…

1 year ago

How To Turn Off a Car Properly

Summary Setting your gear shifter in the correct position before turning off the vehicle is critical. If you’re driving an…

1 year ago

If My Airbags Deploy, Is My Car Totaled? Straight Answers

Summary Your car isn’t automatically deemed “totaled” if its airbags are deployed during a crash. The deployment only indicates the…

1 year ago