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Traffic Lights Meaning: Your Definitive Guide [Video]

Traffic lights guide cars, pedestrians, and other road users. They help keep traffic flow safe and organized, lowering the chances of accidents or confusion. In this article we will cover: The basic colors of traffic lights Specialized traffic lights Where to stop at a traffic light Malfunctioning traffic lights Understanding the Basic Colors Red Traffic […]

by Zutobi · Updated Dec 01, 2023

Driving Mistakes

12 Common Driving Mistakes Every New Driver Should Avoid

This article covers the following mistakes and how to fix them: Not Paying Attention to Road Signs Speeding Up and Slowing Down a Lot Speeding Through Yellow Lights Taking off Too Soon After Green Light Braking Too Hard Not Judging Spaces Well Not Checking Blind Spots Following Too Closely Forgetting to Signal Switching Lanes at […]

by Zutobi · Updated Jan 08, 2024

fear of driving

How to Overcome Driving Anxiety with 7 Expert Tips

Experiencing fear or anxiety while driving is more common than you might think. Many people avoid certain driving situations or stop driving altogether due to these feelings. In a world where driving is often essential for transportation and work, overcoming this anxiety can significantly improve your personal and professional life. The good news is that […]

by Zutobi · Updated Nov 18, 2024

Regulatory Signs

Regulatory Signs Explained: What They Are and the 40 Most Common in the U.S.

Regulatory signs are very common and are used to tell drivers what they can and cannot do. On any one trip, you are likely to spot a number of the more common regulatory signs – such as the Stop Sign, Yield Sign, No-Turn On Red Sign, or Speed Limit Sign. Due to the prevalence and […]

by Zutobi · Updated Jul 14, 2022

Manual Transmission

How to Drive a Stick Shift (Manual Transmission): Step-by-Step Guide

Cars with a manual transmission have, until recent years, been more fuel-efficient and reliable compared to cars with an automatic transmission. If you look back just a few generations, learning how to drive a stick shift was more or less necessary for all drivers. But much has changed in just a few years. Just a […]

by Zutobi · Updated Mar 03, 2022

TRAFFIC WARNING SIGNS

Traffic Warning Signs: The 50 Most Common You Need to Know When Driving

Any time you drive, you are likely to spot anywhere from a few to over a dozen different warning signs. Despite learning the most common warning signs for driving, every new driver will at some point come upon a traffic warning sign they simply have no clue about. It’s worth taking a moment to read […]

by Zutobi · Updated Jul 14, 2022

Starting to drive as a teen

Starting to Drive as a Teen 101 – Learn How To Drive a Car

Learning how to drive is an exciting and important moment in the life of most teens. A driver’s license comes with freedom and independence, but also responsibilities. Each year, there are more than 40,000 fatalities as a result of traffic crashes, and millions of people are injured. It’s vital that you learn how to drive […]

by Zutobi · Updated Nov 18, 2024

how to do a three point turn

How to Do a Three-Point Turn (Step-by-Step Guide)

There are few things more annoying and time-consuming than driving on a road in the wrong direction but finding no available side-streets to use to change direction. Luckily, there is a basic maneuver called the 3-point turn that is used if you need to turn your car around in a tight space. What is a […]

by Zutobi · Updated Nov 18, 2024

Hydroplaning

Hydroplaning Explained: What It Is and How to Avoid It

Most drivers that have driven in heavy rain have most likely experienced hydroplaning even if it was just for a brief moment. You may have felt a sudden loss of control or feedback the moment your tires lost traction. Such situations can seem harmless, but they can easily turn very dangerous unless you know how […]

by Zutobi · Updated Mar 03, 2022