Driving Test. A Typical Procedure or a Nightmare?

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If you think about it, the driving test is nothing more than the final step before an individual can drive a car without the presence of another licensed passenger in the vehicle. Unfortunately, not everyone ...

Video: What is an Aggressive Driver?

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Video Transcript I am here to talk to you about how to deal with an aggressive driver. First thing is we have to establish what is an aggressive driver. Laws may vary from state to state as far as criminal charges are concerned. I know in North Carolina it has to do with someone...

What Is a Power Moonroof?

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In common usage, "moonroof" has replaced "sunroof," although the two are nearly interchangeable. A sunroof uses a solid panel to slide back or tilt up, to allow air and light into the vehicle passenger compartment; a power moonroof consists of electric controls that power an inbuilt tinted glass pan

How a Defensive Driving Course New York Helps You Avoid Points on Your License

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Obtaining a drivers license is a privilege, not a right, and states have imposed strict requirements on those who obtain a license. These requirements mandate that you pass a driver's test and that you follow ...

About Parallel Parking

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Most drivers, particularly suburban drivers who are used to angled parking and private driveways, dread having to parallel park. Unlike the simple turn of a wheel into a garage space, parallel parking requires a sharp eye and a knack for geometry. Mistakes in parallel parking can lead to anything fr

Differences in '37 & '38 Chevys

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The 1937 Chevrolet passenger cars and utility vehicles were virtually the same as the 1938 models with the exception of body style choices. In the early 1930s, Chevrolet surpassed Ford to become the top-selling automobile in North America. Chevrolet had lost that position by the mid-1930s, but not b

How do I Jump-Start a Mercedes C280 Model Year 1999?

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Jump-starting a 1999 Mercedes-Benz C280 can be tricky, as the battery is located not in the engine compartment but in the trunk. The battery also has a cover that needs to be removed. Whenever a jumper box is not available, jump-starting your C280 with an assist from a second car is another option.

Ways Into the DMV

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It is no longer a secret that people literally hates going for a visit to the DMV. The reason being is that the local DMV office may be too crowded or the service is too ...

How to Flat Tow Cars

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Flat towing is the most common way of towing an extra vehicle behind a larger vehicle such as a truck or motor home. It requires the least amount of towing hardware, and is a safe alternative to the single-axle towing jockey. However, because the driving wheels will make contact with the road, it is

How to Take Down a High Spot for Body Work

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High spots that occur when doing body work are from the metal surface of the car sticking out too far. This can happen from being dented or from repair work going wrong. High spots in body work can be taken down using a few tools and a little labor.

How to Evaluate a used car before the test drive

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When buying a used car or truck no one wants to buy a lemon. This article will give you the tools to quickly evaluate if a car is worth investigating further. Before you take it for a test drive, get that Carfax report or take the car to a mechanic follow these steps to evaluate potential problems.

How to Compare Affordable Auto Coverage

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When you become a new driver, or if you wish to switch your auto insurance provider, it is important to compare companies and obtain the best coverage possible. Most agencies will say they have the best rates and best customer service, but different companies work for different drivers. The Internet

Mineral Base Oil Types

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Mineral oils are the byproducts of crude-oil refinery, the process whereby motor oil and gasoline are produced. When oil is taken out of the ground, it is not composed of a single compound but a variety of hydrocarbons (or base types), as well as undesirable substances. You can...

How to Locate a Three Point Hitch on Tractor Wood Chippers

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When clearing your yard of branches and debris, a wood chipper is a great way to reduce that scrap wood to small chips. Many wood chippers can even be mounted to a tractor for easy moving. However, if you have a tractor that uses a three point hitch rather than a simple ball hitch, then the chipper

Differences Between a Sunroof & a Moonroof

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A sunroof and moonroof can be a great addition to a vehiclecar image by Goran Bogicevic from Fotolia.comThere are several differences that signify the difference between a sunroof or a moonroof. Knowing the difference can help you determine which one you would like to have before you go...

How to Start a Honda Silver Wing

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The Honda Silver Wing is a high-powered scooter that comes with an automatic transmission, room for two riders, a fuel-injection system, underseat storage, anti-lock brakes and a large windscreen. It does not require the use of a choke to start in cold weather or in high altitudes. Starting a Honda

How to Know When Struts Are Damaged

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The struts on your car are designed to control the rebound of the springs every time you go over an irregular road surface. This happens very frequently while driving, which causes the struts to wear, after several thousand cycles of compressing and rebounding. When this happens, the struts lose the

G6 Brake Issues

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The Pontiac G6 was the company's "go to" midsize car.Rolfo Rolf Brenner/Photodisc/Getty ImagesThe Pontiac G6 is a stylish car that can be purchased as a sedan, a coupe or a convertible. Made from 2005 to 2009, its sleek exterior gives it a sporty, yet sophisticated look. Despite its...

New York State Child Seat Laws

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If you are under eight, you must occupy a car or booster seat in New York State.Statue of Liberty image by Boysee from Fotolia.comAccording to the New York State Police, safety checks conducted across the state in 2008 revealed parents and others incorrectly install more than 90 percent...

Difference Between Flywheel and Flexplate

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Flywheels and flexplates are two parts that help accomplish the same task in an automobile in very different ways. This depends on whether the driver can control the transmission manually.