Driver Guides for US Learners: DMV Test Prep & Driving Tips

Tire blowout

How to Handle a Tire Blowout: Step-by-Step Guide

A tire blowout is highly dangerous and very scary. When a tire blows, it will cause a large POP and instantly affect your steering and control over the vehicle. According to the NHTSA, tire blowouts cause almost 90 000 crashes annually, resulting in over 10,000 non-fatal injuries and over 400 fatalities in the United States […]

by Zutobi · Updated Mar 02, 2022

Traffic Lights Meaning Traffic Signal Rules

Traffic Lights and Their Meanings: A Complete Guide

Traffic lights use clear color signals to regulate traffic flow and prevent accidents. In American traffic systems, red means stop, green means go, and yellow signals caution. Each color plays a crucial role in keeping roads safe. In this article, we explain traffic light rules and explore the meaning behind each signal, including flashing lights, […]

by Zutobi · Updated Feb 21, 2025

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

If you’ve ever felt your heart pound at the thought of getting behind the wheel, you’re far from alone. In fact, many people experience driving anxiety – sometimes to the point of avoiding certain roads or even giving up driving altogether. The good news is that you’re not alone, and there are effective strategies to […]

by Zutobi · Updated Feb 26, 2025

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 Feb 21, 2025

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 Feb 23, 2025