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Safe Driving Techniques

This category is for all questions and answers about the do’s and don’ts of the road, as well as tips for safe driving skills.

2,050 Questions

What time is rush hour in Denver Colorado?

Having lived and worked in that city at various times from the 50's to the 80's, my best estimate is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. It can be mind shattering and even worse if the weather is unfavorable. Denver may have an excellent and responsive snow removal system, but it rarely extends to residential areas before the temperature warms up and the dry winds eliminate any heavy snow fall. At the worst of times the entire front range or I-25 corridor can face gridlock and road rage is a common phenomenon.

Do you help people who need help?

This question has many different varying answers, and others may have different opinions. Helping someone on the road, especially if you do not know them, could be hazardous. If you spot a seemingly innocent person with car trouble, I'd advise you to stop and think. Will this hurt you? Will this benefit you? Will it benefit them? You need to think before stepping out of your way to help someone. A good Samaritan isn't always safe in these situations. Remember, there is ALWAYS possible danger, whether they have a gun or if they're in possession of drugs. Of course, not everyone who has car trouble is going to be dangerous. Think, and stay safe.

What is the safe driving gap between cars?

When traveling behind other vehicles, there should be at least a 4 second space between your vehicles. When the car in front of you passes a stationary object, slowly count to yourself. If you pass the object before the allotted time, you should back off. When traveling at night or inclement weather, these times should be doubled.

5 factors that can effect driving?

  1. Driving without a licence (dont know how to drive or even if u do u will pay fine if police catch you)
  2. if you are blind
  3. if cannot read or write
  4. if you are suffering mentally or physically OR need medical attention IMMEDIATELY
  5. if you feel drowsy
  6. if you are too short.
  7. if it is snowing and you dont have chains on
  8. going way over the speed limit

What cars do older people drive?

Generally, the older you get life's experiences tend to make you more practical. Older people look for the more practical transportation. They are less interested in style for example and look for what they perceive to be reliability and value.

Who causes more accidents citizens or immigrants?

I'd have to guess immigrants because they don't know or aren't used to the laws of the road in the country they're visiting. There's also a possibility that they don't know the roads as well.

How much distance between a car following a motorcycle?

Allow more following distance than you would behind another car - three to four seconds - when following a motorcycle to allow the rider enough time to maneuver or stop in an emergency. In dry conditions, motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars.

What should i do while driving on the interstate you see vehicles on the entrance ramp to your right?

You can continue driving without making any changes. But:

  • You should consider the possibility that the other vehicle may jump in possibly cutting you off.
  • You can be considerate and move to the next line allowing the other car to enter the highway.

How does the seatbelt reduce injury?

Apart from other functions, it stops you being speared by the steering wheel or being propelled through the vehicle window. Your chances of survival when belted are greatly enhanced, compared with your chances when thrown from a vehicle travelling at speed and then unexpectedly crash-landing on a road.

Does water effect efficiency of the braking system?

yes, if water comes into contact with the brake disk, braking will be affected dramatically. its only once this coating of water has been removed soes the pad contact the disk. It is for this reason that manufacturers recommend lightly applying the brakes after going through deep water to remove any water (Some new cars do this automatically)

In the state of Florida how many passengers can a learners permit allow in the car?

When you have got your learner's permit you are aloud to drive with a third or fourth person , as long as that passenger has a Driver's License ! They can no longer have bad records of unlawful driving . But there is one rule you have to be back from dawn till dusk , You cannot drive at night !

Where does WaWa gets its gasoline?

water can be pumped in from a leaking underground tank at a gas station or if you leave your gas tank only partially full and the temperature shanges it can cause condensation inside your tank

What is Breaking time on icy roads for cars driving?

To answer your question properly, you must provide additional information such as: 1. Approximate weight of car including passanger(s). 2. The speed you are travelling at when you commence to break. 3. What kind of tires are on the car such as suumer; all-season; regular snow; or studded winter tires? 4. If you have winter tires, are they on all 4 wheels or just 2 wheels? 5. Is the car a front or rear wheel drive?

An example of dangerous passing situation is?

If you overtake a car on a bend or if there is an oncoming car.

When do people normally get there license?

I assume your talking about your driving license. Probably around age 16.

How do you avoid hydroplaning?

Drive slower and make sure your tires have sufficient tread to channel the water away. Worn tires is the main cause of hydroplaning.

Added: Hydroplaning is caused by a loss of traction from your vehicles footprint. A vehicles footprint relates to the contact surface of the tires, usually only 12 inches per tire.

To avoid hydroplaning you should reduce your speed, anticipate where problem areas of the road are, avoid pooling water if possible, shuffle steer the vehicle, do not apply the breaks, steer into the skid, and do not panic.

In situations of wet or icy weather drivers should reduce their speed to a manageable rate. This enables drivers to observe problems before they start.

If possible, drivers should avoid pools of water, which at high speeds could cause traction loss.

If a driver needs to input steering corrections it should be accomplished by shuffle steering. Shuffle steering is accomplished by positioning the drivers hands at a 4o'clock and 8o'clock position on the steering wheel, instead of what is taught in Drivers Training 10o'clock and 2o'clock. The driver should use their fingertips to shuffle the steering wheel between their hands which allows the vehicle to rock slightly, redistributing the weight of the vehicle, and keeping ones hands and arms away from a potential air bag deployment.

The driver should stay off the gas and off the breaks and steer into the skid.

Most importantly, do not panic, as this could cause over correction.

How much space should there be between your chest and the center of the steering wheel?

Most defensive driving courses advise to at least have 12 to 15 inches of space between the chest and the steering wheel.

How do you shift a 9 speed Volvo FE?

Depends on whether you have the synchronised gearbox (more common in Europe) or the unsynchronised gearbox (such as an Eaton-Fuller or Rockwell).