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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
When making a turn you must use?
You must use the turning signal. You must also use the steering wheel.
Is the extra space in front of a large truck needed for other drivers when merging onto a freeway?
You should never merge into the area that makes up a vehicle's safe stopping distance. Trucks need a larger distance than a car to stop, so a larger distance should be left in front of them when merging.
Depends on what car - please specify what car you are asking about.
lack of exercise
buying gas (insurance, repairs, etc)
finding parking space
danger (cars are NOT safe) Air pollution
How much money did impaired driving crashes cost annually in the US?
Too much. The estimates that are calculated are obviously done on a per accident basis, and those estimates are always inflated. For example I rear ended someone once and the only damage was a ding just under the tail-light (easily repaired with a 10 pound dent puller) and the estimated damage was in excess of $500.
The American Medical Association says that you become an unsafe driver at BAC levels of 0.3?
'you can die at 0.3 I like to tape my thumbs to my hands and pretend that I'm a dinosaur
true
First you determine the correct pressure for the tire. (usually around 35psi)
Most gas station air hoses have gauges built onto them. If not, you will need a pressure gauge.
Remove the valve stem cap from the valve stem, sticking out of the rim.
Check the pressure with a gauge. if it is low, push the end of the air hose into the valve stem of the tire. (This may require inserting quarters into the air machine)
Air will move from the compressor into your tire. Check the pressure frequently to be sure you do not over inflate the tire.
Does the proper following distance vary with speed?
Yes, using either the 2-second rule or the 3-second rule means that as your driving speed increases, you leave more distance between you and the car ahead of you.
When should happen when two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time?
You'd then be asking who has the right of way at an intersection when 2 vehicles stop at the same time.
The rule is the person on the right has the right of way if the vehicle you tied with is cross traffic. Based on that rule, if I stop at the same time with the car on my left, I have the right of way (because I'm on his right), if I stop at the same time with the car on my right, he has the right of way.
However, If the vehicle you tied with is directly across from you, it doesn't matter which one of you go first unless one of you is wanting to make a left turn. If you're wanting to make a left turn and you tie with someone directly across from you, he has the right of way. If you tie with someone directly across from you and he's wanting to make a left turn, then you have the right of way.
Also, if there's ever a tie at an intersection and you know you don't have the right of way, it doesn't hurt to look at the other driver if they're signaling you to go through the intersection before they do, or if they're wanting to go first (no signaling).
What happens if you get in a car accident while driving on your learners permit in Massachusetts?
Hopefully you were not driving alone ... could lose your license for that.
Otherwise, it works the same as if you had a normal license ... the police will take down all the information - whomever was in the front passenger seat (hopefully a licensed driver over the age of 21) will also have to accept responsibility, as you were driving under their guidance and direction.
If you are in a rear-wheel skid you must release your brakes and turn your steering wheel?
If you are in a rear-wheel skid, you must release your brakes and turn your steering wheel __________
A. into the direction of the skid.
B. opposite direction of the skid.
C. straight.
A driver should not strive to develop a positive attitude when driving?
Exactly WRONG. Every driver needs a positive and forgiving attitude
What does the overdrive function do for the vehicle?
It's just a higher gear. It lets you turn less RPMs at speed, which, in turn, saves you fuel.
What are the white lines in middle of the road?
The broken white lines down the middle of the road serves as the separate lines of traffic or to protect any traffic that may be turning right.
What must you possess for safe operation of a vehicle at all times?
Something to steer with, some thing to make it stop
Does safety belts trap passengers in burning or submerged cars?
It can happen that way, if the belted person for some reason is unable to operate the release mechanism.
However, the risk of getting ejected from the car(and badly injured) or getting thrown into the dash/windscreen (and getting badly injured by that) is far, far greater than the risk of getting trapped by the belt.
So if you choose to ride unbelted for fear of getting trapped, all you're doing is trading a really small risk for a much bigger risk, which isn't a sensible choice.
It is possible to have your seat belt jamb but it is very rare and the odds of dying from being ejected from the car are way higher than being drowned or burned. Some hard headed people still don't believe that but ask yourself this question: If you were going to get in a jet with the Blue Angels would you buckle up? Sure, you would be crazy not to. Guess what? There is nothing going on in a Blue Angels jet that is any more violent than a car crash. If you are concerned about being trapped by your seatbelt, go to your nearest autoparts store and buy a seat belt cutter to keep in your console or glove box. Even a box cutter will work.
Is driving on country dirt roads during pregnancy safe?
Well, for centuries there were ONLY country dirt roads! And if you live in the country or rural areas, how would you get to town if you or someone did not drive on country dirt, gravel, or reddog covered roads! Jostling does not disturb or injure a fetus. However, it is not recommended to go on motorcycles or 4-wheel vehicles on rutted dirt roads! But otherwise, there is no more risk traveling on a county road than there is with scrubbing out the tub or doing the laundry. If you are near your due date, the extra jostling could speed things along. Your water could break. But if you're so concerned about that, move to the city.
Can you be a 11 to ride a mini pocket rocket bike?
can you be 11 to ride a mini pocket rocket bike in MASS EVERETT ?
Anybody that can reach the pedals, turn the steering wheel and see ahead of the vehicle, can drive. (And that last part isn't even necessary. Refer to little old grandmas driving big old cars.)
Is it LEGAL for children to drive vehicles? In most states, no.
Take them to some private property somewhere, teach them how to drive safely and let them have fun.
You should dim your lights when you are within how many feet of an approaching truck or car?
when you see there lights you should dim yours
Is it safe to drive WHEN DRIVE light is flashing?
The flashing light is warning you that something is going wrong inside your engine, or steering system, or brakes, or anything else. It can not be safe to drive with any signal light flashing (except, obviously, left and right). You have to bring in your car for a check up as soon as possible.
What is the minumum height and weight to sit in the front seat of a car?
110 lbs and its 4'6. for height
