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2011年8月4日星期四

What year was the car/automobile first made?

-im writing a story and i need to know>!The history of the

automobile begins as

early as 1769, with the

creation ofsteam

engine automobiles

capable of human

transport.[1] In 1806,

the first cars powered

by aninternal

combustion engine

running on fuel gas

appeared, which led to

the introduction in 1885

of the ubiquitous

modern gasoline- or

petrol-fueled internal

combustion engine.

This is just introduction ! For more chk out below super cool link. It vil gve u evry info!In 1886 Benz was granted a patent for his first car

What makes a Catalytic Converter illegal in California?

-What is it that makes it illegal here in this Liberal state. I want to buy Magnaflow high flow cat, but california is the only state that doens't let you buy one. Any help please?In california any aftermarket part that is not to OEM Spec must get tested by and approved by the California Air Resource Board. And will have a CARB # that you need to display under your hood so smog techs don't fail you on visual. Its not that it is illegal, just not approved. It is an expensive process and one most aftermarket parts makers choose to bypass.



One way to get around it is to find another car that has a stock higher flowing cat (most sports cars) order one of those, and adapt it to yours. It will look OEM and no tech should be able to tell.

Wheel spacers choice?

-I own a 97' Geo Tracker 4x4 two door with 15 inch, 5 lugnut rims.

I'm looking into getting some spacers so that it handles better on the road and to improve the overall looks.

http://www.amazon.com/Topline-65506550-5-5-Adaptor/dp/B001P2FOCG/ref=sr_1_29?ie=UTF8&qid=1308016901&sr=8-29

These are some spacers I've found but, I do not know whether or not they are capatible with my wheels.

Any input would be nice.Sean is right, spacers screw up your suspension geometry. Your Geo will handle worse, not better.



Look at it this way...does any car manufacturer have spacers in the original spec? No, they do not, there is a reason.

What happened to the digital clock in my car?

-The digital clock in my 2003 Toyota Corolla is not working now. It just went away. What happened? And is there any way I can get it to work again?

Car out of gas, if gas is 1 year old?

-So I ran out of gas, dummy me, and my gas can has gas in it that is probably 1-2 years old. Is it okay to use it? Or is it too old and could create more trouble for me if I put it in my car gas tank?Should be ok to use assuming it was sealed tightly.Gas goes bad in a couple months with the "crap" in it.

Get some new stuff.

Hello. Is there a Led Display for the rear car window but specifically with voice recognition ?

-Only display,.

No category A on my lisence?

-Ok ive recently passed my driving test and recieved my license.

im now thinking of taking a cbt for a bike but ive been told i need category A on my license which isnt there, all it says is B and B1

can i still take the cbt without this on my license or do i need to apply for it to be put on.

probably a stupid question but its bugging me

Do rabbits still chew wires in DIA?

-I'm taking a trip soon and I need to park my car at DIA. I've heard and read stories about rabbits chewing wires on cars 2002 or newer, but all the stories are from last year. Does this still happen? Is there a parking lot that's safe that's not also 20 bucks a day?

On a zzr1100(zx1100)d series is the petrol tank the same on a D4 and a D6?

-Size yes

shape no,.

What is all on the Mississippi permit test?

-Questions..

Parking on streets near inner harbor..Light st.?

-Sure is Rob...only way to go..

Is it illegal to drive without a spare tire in CA?

-Is it illegal to drive without a spare tire in Los Angeles CA, I just want to know that, yes or no, because my truck's spare tire is old and worn and adding extra weight, and I want to take it off. So is it legal or illegal to drive without one? So what are your thoughts?i dont know if its legal but its certainly not wise to do this/the weight is worth it//costs about 2 cents every hundred miles or so/better off to loose weight yourself/also the cars that have no spares have runflat tires as standard/these tires are 300 or so apiece/need a new one (they cant be repaired) so its 3 hundred per flat/get ready
...No...but you are required to have "HubCaps" in California, its illegal to drive around showing your..lug,..NUTS..

I need to keep cargo in place inside of our work van and saw this. Anyone know what it's called?

-It was a set of steel bars, with an adjustable bar in the center that went from one side of the van to the other. It worked kind of like the bar you put in a doorway to do pullups on, only much bigger and stronger. It kept the cargo from sliding forward. I saw it inside of a delivery van, but the driver didn't know what it was called. Anyone know the correct name for this so I can search for it online? Thanks all!Cargo bar.Similar to semi freight truck load holders.

http://www.realtruck.com/cargo-bars/

http://www.discountramps.com/cargo-bar.h鈥?/a>

http://www.cargogear.com/OneItemInfo.asp鈥?/a>

http://www.cargocatch.com/cargo-bars.htm鈥?/a>



Gave you a few options.If you need something that holds more weight,check out nearest truck stop.they are called called cargo bars.just about all loves carry them.

Is the jeep commander a good choice for shorter drivers?

-Hi, a lady friend of mine who is short is interested in the jeep commander, is this a good vehicle? thanks!No, Jeeps are one of the worst:





Dont buy ANYTHING w/o reading Consumer Reports, CR. http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/index鈥?/a> A non-profit testing organization. Free site for basic info. Also @ libraries & bookstores.

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Honda ranks #1 in Consumer Reports for 2011. Subaru, Toyota, Volvo & Ford follow in order.



BMW and Mercedes were down-rated for reliability, with Mercedes in 10th place.



GM & Chrysler were 12th & 13th.



Vehicles were rated for performance, reliability, fuel efficiency and other factors.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424鈥?/a> Wall St Journal.

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June, 2011. Honda rules as the best in J.D. Powers: 鈥淭he Fit subcompact, Civic and Insight small cars, Accord midsize car, Element compact crossover, Crosstour midsize crossover and Ridgeline pickup were all the best performers in their segments."

http://www.courierpostonline.com/article鈥?/a>

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http://www.forbes.com/2011/04/13/mercede鈥?/a> /mercedes-gm-chrysler-nissan-more. Forbes' "Worst Cars On The Road" list.

Whats a good nickname?

-I have an old 85 blazer that has been abused and is now gonna be my mud truck.. It needs a good nickname i.e. Buckwild Bronco. So help?

A Vehicle Global Positioning Satellite Navigator Question?

-I'm currently interested in purchasing my first portable vehicle GPS Navigation system. That being said, I am looking at the Garmin Nuvii 1450LMT model with Free traffice and map updates.



I know about the ad issues when using traffic updates so no need to reiterate that here.



Now is this overall, a decent navigator system or did I not research better? Also, it said that there's a FM traffic receiver with power cable included in the box. Does this mean I do not have to purchase a separate power charger for use in my car? Any input that is informative and helpful would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!

I really like the look of datsun 510 and '71 skyline, any similar cars you think I may like? ?

-I really like the look of datsun 510 and '71 skyline, any similar cars you think I may like?



Both of them

Being nissans is only a coincidence. I really like the look of these cars however they're hard to come by in the uk. Could you suggest any others based on these two I may like?Didn't Renault have a similar car to the 510? I loved the 510 too when I was a kid. Seems I remember Renault had a box type in the mid to late 70's

What happens if i drive a pa car in nj with a nj permit?

-i live in NJ and have a NJ learners permit. my mom lives in PA and comes to visit me. her car has PA plates and i was wonder if i can legally drive that car if the person in the passenger seat has a NJ licence. I'll drive my moms car in NJ.permits are only valid in the state in which they are issued. if you get pulled over in another state driving with a permit other than the state in which you are pulled over, you will be classified as driving without a license. high five!!!

Online Permit Certificate Classes??? (CA)?

-What are some good online website for getting your permit??

I'm 15 and a half and i live in California soo im valid for getting my permit, just need a certificate and im off. Thanks ;)Use driversedtogo.com it is legit and DMV-approved only $17.50,

but only $14.50 if u use my referral code X26-45D-892 thanksdriveredtogo.com

Are blue led strip lights illegal in the grill of your car in missouri?

-I have two blue led strips in the front of my car. Is this illegal n missouri?it's illegal
yes it is.

Route 66 gas budget advice?

-Anyone whos taken route 66 have any recommendations for a gas budget?

I parked in front of a dropped kerb which is no longer in use?

-the dropped kerb was used to enter and leave a driveway, the home owners have erected a fence and planted bushes there as they have moved their dropped kerb further along. I was told it is still ilegal to park there as it is a dropped kerb regardless of whether its used or not, does any one know where i legally stand on this, also across the road is a turning circle and i was told i was blocking this as well i was not on any yellow lines and was not parked in the turning circleYou block someones legal vehical access your in the wrong,if that access is no longer accessable due to a permenant baricade it's no longer vehicle access,dropped kerb or not.sounds like you have pissed off the local ****,next time just point to your tax disc and offer to hang around while they phone the cops,let them decide.My view is that it is illegal to block a driveway. Driveways, by definition must have a dropped kerb. My opinion is that just because it is a dropped kerb, doesn't mean it is illegal to park there.

How do you light a license plate lamp with batteries? (PLEASE SEE DETAILS BEFORE ANSWERING))?

-A license plate lamp has only one wire. I am trying to figure out how to get it to light up using one small battery, no larger than one of those big flashlight batteries. Is it possible? If so, how? What size battery is needed,and how do I put the circuit together? How also do I do this since a license plate lamp has only one wire?



In case you are wondering, it is not attached to a car. This is an experiment, but with a noble purpose.



Thanks.One wire will goto the bulb base terminal,The other wire from the battery goes onto the metal of the lamp bulb holder.and 12 V bulbs need 12V batteries,bigger the battery,the longer it'll last,and vice versa.just go to the auto store and get an appropriate sized two wire socket. they have license plate light kits. may have to mod a bit. the plastic socket ones have two wires. metal ones ground in place. after market marker lights may work. smaller 12v bulbs and sockets.



if you use a 12v dry bat, the bulbs will be compatible. mount bat in trunk. add more bats in parallel for brightness.



we did the same thing with a single running light to meet the drag strip regs. but we had all the wires. so you have to swap yours out.

Driving School. Whats it like?

-I'm 15 and going into driving school. What's it like?

Are all citreon window motors the same and does the year count?

-need a new window motor and cant find one for m,y saxo does all citreon driver side window motors fit all models?

The aftermath of my car accident?

-Yesterday I got into a fender-bender with a motorcycle right downtown in front of all the fast food restaurants in my town, so it was pretty public. After we got everything settled, my friend had texted me saying that the pom girls who work at McDonald's told the whole pom team that I hit a motorcycle. I was just instantly upset. They weren't concerned about me or the bikers well being they just wanted new gossip to tell the team. The accident happened right in front of McDonald's so I'm sure everyone, including the works were gawking.



I'm just so mad at myself and these girls. I know I should just get over it, but I want to go through the drive through again and just throw my change at them.



What's your opinion?Small town, small minds. If this is their biggest entertainment then they have pretty pathetic lives. If they say anything to you about it call them on it and tell them they should be more concerned about the person on the bike instead of just making fun of you. Don't worry about it though. Like you said thank god no one was hurt. And if your feeling really mad tell them to shove their poms right up their stuck up, oversized butts.

Trying to find year/make from vin number of a holiday rambler towable to make repairs?

-Best to ask the cops,.

PLEASE HELP. What job in other fields can a 50 year old truck driver get?

-My dad has been doing this for 20 years, and what most of you may not know is that it's a really tough job. It tests patience, and you health aswell. The job is very unfair, and if calculated, as a company driver, runs to New Jersey and surrounding parts of America get my father less than minimum wage. It's very fustrating to know that 5 days of the week you'll be in a truck, sleepless, and on top of this, $400 dollars are being cut from the paycheck to pay taxes. We have tried so many other trucking companies, and things always have a way of falling apart. I am very concerned with my fathers health and sanity. Unlike many men his age he looks young, is in very good shape, and is very capable. I want to help him find a way so he can get rid of this stress, be healthy, and happy. I am looking for jobs that would be able to support 3 people comfortably. Being only 16, I am unaware of all the possibilities that are out there. Thank you for reading this and any solutions you may have.nj drivers make more/they have dock driver that make out good and are home every night/all over the country guys are trying to get to this level/ A drivers do well what cdl does he have?
Consider these:



Cab driver



Bus driver



Truck driver in a mine
school bus drivers get paid well.

How much do big-rig drivers make per month average? Also...?

-I am 42 year old unemployed man and have more than few questions so please bare with me.

Also I never drove a big rig before and only have Class C passenger car driver license.



(1)Which school is best near los angeles?

(2)How much does it cost to graduate?

(3)How long does it take to graduate and get a job?

(4)Does company supply the truck once I graduate?

(5)Can I drive local only?

(6)any other costs I should know about?

(7)is it easy to get a job now a days?

(8)will the school match me with a job?

(9)how much will I be expecting to make in the beginning?

(10)anything else I should know about before jumping in?If you're unemployed, you're not becoming a OTR driver.



The cost to go to school, plus lease or buy your own truck, is out of your price range.



That's the simple truth.



Edit: Yes, I was an OTR driver for 2 years. Some will supply a truck. Most won't. Why would they risk a $50,000-200,000 vehicle on a new driver?
you dont make very much, they pay by the mile about 30 cents a mile . you drive for a company and live in the truck.

Gooogle " truckers report " it a big truckers forum you learn a lot there.

But driving for a OTR company you would make about $500 a week

Can I take the Online TX Drivers Ed course in PA if I am a resident of PA?

-I am moving to Texas in exactly 2 weeks and I need to get my permit but I saw that people between the ages of 18 and 24 have to take an drivers ed course. I found out I can take online. So I would like to do that before I get there because it would be easier because I wont have internet when I get there and I wont have a ride to get to a class room course. But on Driversed.com it says I need to identify myself at a UPS store. Can I do that in PA? Then when I pass get a new ID card and my permit when I move to TX. Best answer to whoever helps me!!!i thought i saw this question already but here was my answer:

You can do that in PA and TX. You can begin taking the driversed.com course for which ever state you will be getting your license in. You can even start now before you move, I suggest it, I procastonated and didn't get my permit for a long time. I have a $10 off coupon on driversed.com , the code is TENOFFDRIVER . You can use it on any driversed.com course, I hope I could help and good luck with the move!

What was your excuse the last time you were stopped by a police officer♥?

-I said my wife was pregnant and In Labor, Sadly, he lead me all the way to the hospital, Well, I go in the hospital and wait there like three hours, then I go back outside and He goes" Is it a boy or girl" I was like thinking " WTF He actually stayed here" and then I lie "she died". I know that's bad, but I did not want a ticket!I said my wife was pregnant and In Labor, Sadly, he lead me all the way to the hospital, Well, I go in the hospital and wait there like three hours, then I go back outside and He goes" Is it a boy or girl" I was like thinking " WTF He actually stayed here" and then I lie "she died". I know that's bad, but I did not want a ticket!I went past him on the freeway, he was going too slow! He got behind me and pulled me over. I was so scared, he was mean at first but once he figured out I was a ditz he was cool. I explained that he was not doing the speed limit and he assured me he was, I told him I just got my car out of the shop for the transmission, showed him the paperwork and everything. He was laughing at me and said OK get in your car and drive beside me when I give you the thumbs up you are doing the speed limit, you have to take the care in to be fixed tell them what happened their will be no charge. I was so lucky that was about eighteen years ago!
I went past him on the highway, he was going too slow! He got behind me and pulled me over. I was so scared, he was mean at first but once he figured out I was a ditz he was cool. I explained that he was not doing the speed limit and he assured me he was, I told him I just got my car out of the shop for the transmission, showed him the paperwork and everything. He was laughing at me and said OK get in your car and drive beside me when I give you the thumbs up you are doing the speed limit, you have to take the care in to be fixed tell them what happened their will be no charge. I was so lucky that was about eighteen years ago!
I got out of my truck before they came up to the window, I called my dad and started freaking out `Dad my truck`s a piece of/%$ I`m leaking oil all over I`m overheating I`m trying to get to work and now the cops are telling me what a piece of /$?$ my truck is!` I stayed on the phone having a crisis during the entire 20 minutes the cops were probing my truck lol, they`s tell me they have a problem with a light, I`d reply ``I have an even bigger problem with my transmission ok!`

Got off easy on that one.

Time before- You know how fast you were going?

- sorry sir I wasn`t paying attention

- I clocked you at 129!

I pat the side of my door and exclaim `Yep, the old girls still got it` then looked up and smiled at him. He was angry but when I smiled at him he started laughing his head off hahaha, no ticket there either.
whats with the heart after officer?! ahahhahah

sorry but i was at the mall and my baby sister accedently took a very expensive game board and a police officer walked up to me and asked what her name was and i thought he was flirting so i just walked away but then he took my arm and took the thing out of my sisters hands:p
After he pulls you over wave at him frantically and act really anxious, when he gets near tell him you think you got food poisoning from taco bell and you need to get to a bathroom really quick and say you are about the crap your pants. See if he dares call your bluff.
Last time; arrested for truency:



"It's because I'm white, isn't it?"



"Why didn't you go to school?"



"That's what she said..."



Time before that, walking late at night with friends and chicks, pulled over by cops, had a lot of whiskey...



"Hold on guys, I'l handle this... Yes, um, 4 cheeseburgers, 2 salads, 6 sodas, 3 french fries and an ice cream sundae, extra chocolate, please?"



"What are you guys doing?"



(Point at friend)



"(Him) Uh, see, we were at the rec center and my mother called and told us how late it was and we should come home..."



'Give me your names and dates of birth, please."



We do.



Chick: "Oh my god, this is so scary, I have never even been stopped by a cop before!"



"Calm down, it's fine!"



Friend: "If I go guys, bye. I'm on probation."



Me: "Do we have anything on us?"



"I hope not"



Other Friend: "I'm probably going, too. I'm in court wth (me)."



Me: Yeah, I'm going too..."



Chick Cop: "You guys are free to go..."



All: THANK YOU. THANK YOU, MA'AM. THANK YOU. THANKS SO MUCH....!!!!



Shut the door, breathng hard with relief, got out the pipe, bud, music.... good times.
I didn't use an excuse. I kept my mouth shut and let the officer talk because no matter what I say it's his word against mine and he's the one with the badge. Plus I don't want to incriminate myself by making suggestions of what I did wrong.
Oh, I'm just out at 3 AM because I heard there was a meteor shower and I wanted to watch it away from the lights. Why are my eyes bloodshot? Well, I've been up since yesterday morning, plus I cried a little when I realized there was no meteor shower. I was really excited about it, you see.
My excuse was to "**** off from my sight before I take your sight" then I could see she was all dripping wet..poor woman first day at the office? I felt so bad I actually ended up comforting her and asked for her neuber and she gave me 999. lol
I really talked my way out of running a kinda yellow light

I told the officer my handicapped person was sick
My last excuse was that one of my passengers was pregnant and that we were heading to the hospital xD she even acted it up and put a pillow under her shirt
If you get a ticket for speeding or running a red light just go to the ER in the hospital tell them you have chest pain :). Show the doctors note to the police department. LOL
i tell that my son wanted to go to the toilet
Im 11 so obviosuly I cant drive but my mom got pulled over for not stopping at a stop sign for 10 seconds!!!
I remember one from the guy who hit my grandmothers car on a rainy afternoon. When asked why, he said he didn't see her because "gray sky, gray road, gray car."
i'm **hic** sorry, ociffer..i didn't know i **burp** was speedlin'........oh ! i didn't **hic** know i was swervinin'...HEY! DID YA **burp** KNOW I GOT THE **hic** WIFEST NICE IN TH' WHOOOOOLE NUNITED STATES !!
I told him I had a problem with making a complete stop at a stop sign when NO ONE is around.. ***** retard.. 120$ down the drain
My dog ate the Registration.
**** off i'm jason derulo
Hay officers, would you like a bloOwjob aswell?? I'm doing it cheap. 20 bucks per hour ^-^
because i had to go to the bathroom.
I didn't make up an excuse.. I was simply speeding!
because I'm black..
I act like i have down syndrome.
It was a hot sunny day,and you know...
i didn't know i was going above the speed limit!
My leg was having a seizure and thats why I hit the petal so hard
sorry my radar wasnt plugged in
I didn't do it.
Hahaha funny question



I can tell you this i shot the police in the head and that was a good excuse.



**** the police



Hahahahahaha

Expert on sports cars? I need a lil helppp!?

-I want a sports car but I remember seeing an ad about a car that looks and feels like a sports car but isn't one. Can anyone help me think of this car.? and also.. I want the Hyundai Genusis Coupe. But is there a car like it or better than it possibly???Nissan Altima 4DSC. Nissan touted it's Altima sedan as the "4 Door Sports Car", which it was actually just a 4 door sedan, nothing sports car about it. the Genesis Coupe is a good car, although I will say it seems a bit heavy for its size. The faster one stock by far is the V6, but the 2.0T is much more tuneable and also lighter. For something comparable in price and performance, honestly look into the 2011+ Mustang. They are similar in size, feel, but the mustang has a good deal more power per trim level. You can get a 414hp mustang GT for less than the 306hp V6 Genesis Coupe. But the Genesis will be more unique also. All depends what you want, I'd say go drive them.

What do you look for in an engine to determine the quality?

-I know about the cylinders, youll hear a 4 liter v8 and stuff like that or maybe 10000 cc's but what all does this mean, and when determining the quality of an engline what do you look for. Treat me like a new born baby, i know nothing. thanks.

What does it mean when i am able to drive my car but the power in the inside will not work?

-The windshield wipers will not work the lights will not come on and the windows will not roll down but i can drive is my battery dyingIt may be a fuse that has blown.

What is the Transportation Facilities?

-A modern steam power plant often requires the transportation of materials and machinery. Therefore, adequate transportation facilities must exist. The plant should be well connected to other parts of the country by rail, road etc.A modern steam power plant often requires the transportation of materials and machinery. Therefore, adequate transportation facilities must exist. The plant should be well connected to other parts of the country by rail, road etc.I think this link can help you :- www.access-board.gov/ada-aba/html/tech-1鈥?/div>

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Why don't you come back when you have learned enough English to post a question that can be answered.

What does a learner's permit look like?

-for driving, is it just a piece of paper, or a card or what? and do they give it to u immediately after you pass the permit test?A plastic card with a picture and info about your self. Giving it to the driver depends on each state

Which is the safest car to drive? Grand Prix or a Ford Focus?

-I would have to say grand prix, but you can go to google and type in crash test for each vehicle and it will give you the results.either one /it depends on you/some people are accident prone and smash anything

I don't understand the friction point in a manual transmission?

-I could care less how it works in the engine. I just want to know how it relates to driving a manual. The guides for driving a manual do a terrible job of explaining the whole friction point thing.



ThanksFriction point, sometimes known as the biting point, is the point at which, when releasing the clutch, that the car begins to move, the point where you should accelerate as you release the clutch. If you accelerate too far in advance of that point you rev up the engine, and if you wait too long you kill the engine. You'll get it with practice.If you are asking how a clutch works: A clutch disc is a steel plate with friction material attached to it on both sides of it it is sandwiched in between the flywheel and the pressure plate in the tranny bell housing. The clutch disk has a hole in the center that is splined which allows it to stay engaged and slide on the input shaft. when you depress the clutch you are pushing on the pressure plate release fingers and allowing the clutch disc to stop spinning allowing you to shift gears. When you release the clutch pedal pressure is re applied from the pressure plate to sandwich the clutch disc between the fly wheel and pressure plate again. The friction point would be the clutch disk. I hope that helps explain

Has anyone ever paid for an all day pass for Metro and when security checked it, it was empty?

-I was going to take a ride somewhere out in LA for an errand. Paid my 6.00 fee for the all day pass security scanned it and the little scanner denied my card! So now i have a ticket to pay for when in reality i paid fare for. So now im trying to get a similar story to mine so i can prove that what happened to me is possible. I think it was either the little scanner or maybe the driver didn't scan my card right, and i kept on my way. When security checked it showed me guilty!! Has this ever happened to anyone?

Can a new driver bring a someone to the driving test?

-Hello Mcjoseph,



No one is allowed in the car during the driving test, except for you and the examiner.

But you must be accompanied by an adult licensed driver to get to and from the examination centre.



Hope this helps!If your under 18 years of age you must have your parent or legal gauardian with you at the DMV but they can't be in the car with you. The best way you ease you nerves is to read up on the test and go out driving with your parent to practice. There are also some great websites online with some good tips try reading a few like this one http://freedmvpracticetests.com/content/鈥?/a>



Hope it helps and best of luck!
You can bring someone with you for moral support, but they cannot be in the testing area while you're doing the written part & will not be allowed to accompany you on the driving test.
Of course they can; but the person cannot come along on the test. Driver and examiner only in the car.

Online Drivers Ed Help!?

-1.)When following another vehicle, although you may not be able to see the other driver's face in hir rearview mirror, he can see you.

(True or False)

2.)The Three-Second rule only helps avoid accidents to the...

A. The front

B. The Rear

C. The front and rear

3.)Why do most frontal crashes happen? Lack of adequate space to the...

A. Rear

B. Front

C. Right side

D. Left side

4.)Most important margin of safety is to the rear if your vehicle? (True it False)

5.)Is the primary reason many cars end up in a multiple rear-end collision because they wre not paying enough attention?

(True or False)

6.)Whenever there are children on the side of the road the first thing you should do is...

A. Slow down

B. Create more space between your vehicle and the curb

C. Look both directions

D. Slam on brakes

7.)When attempting to pass a truck on a two-lane highway, the first thing you should do is...

A. Enter left lane briefly to see oncoming traffic

B. Enter right lane briefly

C. Slow down to see on coming traffic

D. Speed up to see on coming traffic



Thanks for your help.

Car probs :( Any car know how peeps maybe make suggestions,before you say it, wish i could get shot of it !!!?

-Ford galaxy, 1.9 TDI 51 plate , 80,000 miles,

For a few weeks every morning when i pull off in the mornings first thing, it runs like its cold, each gear takes a few seconds to get full power, putting foot on throttle but not getting potential until it has "warmed up" then off we go.

I was scooting through the rush hour traffic just now, no probs, hit the motor way, tried to get going off the slip road and changed to 5th and no power, dropped back to 4th but once we got to 2 and half thousand revs, no power, no more revs, couldnt go no harder than 65mph.

Came off next exit, ended up driving the rest of the 5 mile journey 30 mph, not exceeding 2 and half thousand revs. Once in a safe place close to home i tested it as i could feel resistance of speed all the way home. I popped it into 3rd and put foot to floor, couldnt get harder than 30mph. Checked bat connection, and for anything else obvious before pulling into local garage. he said without warning light or putting through computer, couldnt possibly tell the problem , to busy to book in. So any ideas anyone ??? could dirty filters, injector heads cause this as its due a major service???sounds like your transmission is not engaging or like your clutch is worn and slipping.

How to use the paddle shift feature on a 2010 camaro?

-its an automatic, but i am very confused-how do i use it? i tried using it, and i prefer the regular clutch and stick, but i have it so why not learn to use it. how do i use it? how do i know what gear i am in? how to put it back to first gear from 6th gear?It should be in your manual.
Why didnt u just get a normal stick shift?
if you cant figure it out, you shouldnt be driving it.

Is there any practice driving test?

-Hello Samantha,



??? Practice written test you mean, or?

You can find some sample ones here:

http://driving-tests.org



Hope this helps!

Is there such thing as a Curato car?

-Is there such thing as a curato car? I swear I have heard people talk about it but can't find it online. Perhaps I have the wrong spelling?

What if i cut my catylatic converters off?

-I have an 03 f150 with 4 catylatic converters all stock. i recently put true dual flowmaster 10 series, with 3 inch dumps. What would be good and bad about replacing all four with two high flow cats instead? i have a hypertech programmer to clear any CE lights. i am not going to replace the flowmasters i absolutely love the tone it gives my truck. dont even tell me i need glass packs, they sound like crap. my local shop claims it should be ok but i want a second opinion. I checked and it IS legal to replace four cats with two. as long as i have them its ok in texas.

Why is the w&d technology advancing so slow?

-technology is moving so fast now-an-days

but theres only one all-in-one washer dryer combo by LG why?

Ohio car enthusiasts?

-I just moved out to NW Ohio and I was wondering if anybody knew of any regional forum's or message boards or whatever. I'd like to get to know the people and car culture of the area.



Thanks!



P.S. I do happen to drive a MKV VW GTI

Is there a way I can figure out if the amount of gas in my car will get me to my destination?

-I have a half a tank of gas and I know my trip there and back is 50 miles. I was wondering if there was some calculator online or some way for me to figure out if it will last me, or how long it will last me before I will have to fill it. I'm sure I could figure it out with calculations, but I'm not that good at math.Any car should make a 50 mile trip on 1/2 tank of gas. You need to figure out what kind of gas mileage you are getting. You do this by filling the tank and writing the mileage down, driving until you get to almost empty and filling it again. Divide the miles by the gallons you added. Do this 3 times and average them(add together and divide by 3, this gives you an average Miles per gallon), This does 2 things. Gives you the MPG for the car and lets you know how far you can travel on a tank of gas.
Try driving there and when the tank gets low, fill it up.

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Is it possible for car to drive backward?

-I saw a car on my block. Its won way street. It was in backward. HOW DOS THIS HAPPINYou put the car in reverse.Simple you put the gear in reverse and you turn or go backwards



Hope this helps you need to go to elementary school funny guy.

What brand of car has all of these features?

-Im getting my first car and I want to know which brand or just car in general has all of these things

1. fast with hp

2. good mileage

3.great handling

4. and a Sleek designThere is no such car. It's against the laws of physics. Gas has a specific amount of energy in it. Burning gas only releases so much of that energy to move a car and make power (hp). So that means to make a certain HP, you have to burn a certain amount of fuel. That means you can't get better gas mileage than what it burns per mile.



For a first car, I recommend a 1987 Honda civic. Statistically speaking, you're most likely going to wreck your first car anyways, so no point in getting anything worth driving.
honda civic,,,check with insurance co before you buyn anything,, a 300 car payment with a 200 dollar a month insurANCE PAYMENT ISNT GONA B FUN
what is your definition of sleek design add details and i will edit my answer

and about how much hp
Mercedes Benz produce a number of cars that fit this bill.

What is that goes with a car, comes with a car, is of no use to the car, and yet the car cannot go without it?

-driverThe way you asked the question sounds like you are talking about the plates... but that would not always be correct.... depands on what State you are in.
Noise

How Long Do You Have To Wait to Retake Driving Test?

-In CALIFORNIA and I am over 18 years old.



Thank

Wing mirror indicators?

-i am looking for some mirror indicators to put on my 2008 zafira i have looked on ebay but they are all from china would be greatful if anyone could let me no were to get some from thanks mike some stick on ones i am looking for

Car wreck? Need some help!?

-Driving down a hill, going the speed limit and a car jumped in front of the car that was in front of me and slammed on breaks, then the car in front of me slammed on breaks, then I slammed on breaks but my car still went into her car. We both told the police the same thing. No tickets was issued and he took both of our insurance information. I only have liability insurance. This wreck happened about a hour ago. I just called out of work and came home. Going to the hospital in a few because my neck hurts.



Who is at fault? Would my insurance have to pay since I hit the back of her car even though it wasn't my fault?



She only have a few scratches on the back of her car. The hood of my car is bent up a little bit. Both cars are still drivablefault go to the car that jump out in font of you and you can stop on a dime because you was going down hill and insurance will tale you go F your shelf like all of them do
with only liability insurance it might cover other cars damage but it won't cover anything on yours. technically if you hit her from behind you were traveling too close and it was your fault

How long do CBT lessons and tests take?

-Only have an 8 day window to learn how to ride a moped (legally). Just wondered how long it took to do this and what it involves etc etc.

What is the best kind of steering wheel lock for your car?

-The Club is a good steering wheel lock, however steering wheel locks are not all that great, a thief will just cut the steering wheel itself and slide the lock off. Best to get a lock that goes around the brake pedal and locks so the pedal cannot be pushed down, they are MUCH more difficult to cut and most will not even attempt it, takes too much time and hassle.The Club is a good steering wheel lock, however steering wheel locks are not all that great, a thief will just cut the steering wheel itself and slide the lock off. Best to get a lock that goes around the brake pedal and locks so the pedal cannot be pushed down, they are MUCH more difficult to cut and most will not even attempt it, takes too much time and hassle.

I got a red light ticket on someone car but dont have a license can I still pay the ticket?

-If it was a camera ticket, it would have gone to the car owner. The owner can deny he was driving and hopefully the picture will confirm it. The owner does not have to tell who was driving, even though they will ask.you are lucky its not a traffic stop/give the owner the money and let him mail it in/thats the road god warning/next time its the cop getting out of the car and then asking for your license and reg and insurance and there is another car you hit---get ready
if I were you I would just pay the ticket by mail and not even think about asking any questions. Also you really need to get a license.

How to make a recall types of test?

-advantage and disadvantage of this

Does it require more gas to use A/C in car?

-Does it require more gas to use the A/C in the car than to not have the A/C on?yes it requires more gas to run the ac than not--your car uses a belt that goes around pulley on ac compressor-this turns and compresses gas-etc to make cold air--this requires more power from the engine-ergo more fuel for more power--in as far as using not using at speed-if yhou research Mythbusters they did the survey and you use less fuel at speed with ac on over no ac and windows down
No, that's controlled by your car battery

What are the best websites for free CDL permit practice tests?

-I'm going to take my Massachusetts CDL permit test soon and I need to practice and study. I need some help finding websites that give free practice tests or study guides. Thanks.Here is a site with a free practice test:



http://www.toptruckingschools.com/cdl-pr鈥?/a>

How long is a mile (in time)?

-it depends on how fast you are going if you are going 5mph then a mile will take you twenty minutes, if you are going 60 mph then a mile will take you 1 minuteit depends on how fast you are going if you are going 5mph then a mile will take you twenty minutes, if you are going 60 mph then a mile will take you 1 minute1 mile is 1 minute long if you are traveling at 60 mph.

1 mile is also 1 hour long if you are traveling at 1 mph.
60 seconds at 60 miles per hour.
That doesn't make sense.
Lol?

Shipping Time From San Francisco? USPS?

-I recently purchased a pair of shoes from China and they shipped it Express International using EMS. Today at 8:30 AM it cleared customs and was handed over to USPS. How long will it take for USPS to ship my package from San Francisco, CA to Portland, OR. When can I expect my package?When I mail a letter from San Francisco to Portland it usually takes 3 days. The volume of mail in California is tremendous.

How old do you have to be to get your permit in Rochester, NY?

-I'm 15 and I'd like to know if i can get my permit now, or if I have to wait until I'm 16.It's 16

What's the difference between an automatic and manual car?

-I have been doing my driving lessons in a Manual car and it just got me thinking whats the difference between Manual and Automatic. I know a manual has a clutch but unsure how u would drive a Automatic as never been in one or seen one before anyone know help me here? lolI guess it depends which automatics you are on about as automatics come in a mass of forms which differ per maker and per vehicle.A automatic setup also alters if you are going to compare a mpv 1.5l automatic to say a Ferrari Enzo Automatic the boxes will work differently and you will work them differently.

IE my car atm is an automatic which offers me extra controls to how and when the box changes to a town mode to a sports mode and even a bad weather mode all change gears for me but i can alter as and when with the use of extra control buttons and with the pedal IE kick down setups.

Last week i drove a tiptronic setup which was different again and also a semi automtic setup.

So you see automatics vary in so mnay ways in how they are used in each vehicle.
It is just like a stick without the clutch and gear shift. Basically, you just sit and drive and it automatically does the shifting for you. At stops it has a slip differential so you don't have to put it in neutral or anything. Those who learn and drive stick shifts and then get in an automatic will take a little time to adjust. You will find you keep going to grab a stick shift when there isn't any.
Like mostly everyone else has said, an automatic vehicle is one that does the shifting for you. You don鈥檛 have to manually shift gears.



Thanks,

Laura

GM Customer Service
In an automatic you don't have to change gears manually the car does it automatically
Automatic cars are easier to drive, 'cause there's no hassle about changing gears.

Nissan Juke- do you like yours?

-im looking to buy one and want to know from already owners what they think of their purchase: gas mileage (good, bad, average), any maintenance issues, and if you are pleased with it.

thanks!!I drove a 2011 juke from Austin Tx. to Dallas Tx. and it is awsome on gas mileage,you can't go wrong.Also plenty head room and leg room,nice car.

Is there a way to design and build your own car for midnight club LA?

-I want to be able to make my own car for midnight club LA. I want to be able to put it on midnight club la after i've made it on my computer. like the bus mod i would like to make a stretch limo or hummer

Is a HSV Clubsport count as a Commodore?

-Hi, Im looking at getting a VR Clubsport, but when i called vic roads and gave then the license plate number for a vehicle status checks they said it was a Commodore. Does this mean it was originally a Commodore that has been done up to look like a Hsv?

Whats a good budget project car?

-a friend and i are going to be building a project. we were thinking of a rat rod or something but i want some more ideas. something kinda small and powerful ( just a 350). and not a pricey project. thanksPick just about any mid 1960's North American car. Aftermarket companies supply excellent products for these projects.i prefer s10's they are a dime a dozen and there a lot of aftermarket parts.
how about either a cobra or a 3 door ford coupe

What is the best CDL training school in Western Massachusetts?

-If you live in the western Massachusetts area and you know if United Tractor Trailer School is better or if Tri State CDL is better or if you have gone to either of these school or know somebody who has I'd appreciate the feedback.These little independent truck driving schools can't guarantee you a job after you pay thousands of dollars for their training.



If you want to actually work as a truck driver after getting your CDL, you'll do better to go with one of the national training compaies like Swift, Schneider, England, etc. At least if you complete their training program, you'll have a job offer. Check out these web sites, or just pick up a phone and talk to their recruiters...

Starting from rest, the car is going 57 ft/s (39 mi/h) at the end of 5.0 s. What is the car's average accelera?

-sounds like something you should be working out not me....Slow, by todays standards.
you should do your own homework

What is the maximum height at which a passenger riding in a car could survive if the car fell?

-It doesn't matter if they're injured, braindead, disfigured, or not. As long as their heart is still beating.Creepy filipino question...
Unless a study has been done on this, it would just be a guess as to the answer to your question

How long did it take you to learn to drive a stick shift?

-Also, did you get upset while learning?



I got my first car and I love it but its a stick shift! :/ Yesterday was my first day driving it and I stalled the car 95% of the time:( I was SO pissed! To the point where I gave up. Im gonna take it out again today, and Im afraid its gonna be a re-run of yesterday. :/

Any pointers??

-Thanks for the help, I really appreciate it!Took me about 2 minutes, but I had already been driving autromatics for quite a few years and had ridden motorcycles. No, I did not get upset.



Driving a manual can be fun once you get used to the car. Remember, when you apply the gas, SLOWLY let out the clutch, do NOT let the clutch out quickly when you are first starting, as you have learned you will stall the engine when doing that. As you SLOWLY let the clutch out you can feel the gear start to 'catch' and the car will start to move.



Just relax, don't worry about blowing up the engine or stalling the engine. Put it into 1st gear, press the gas pedal gently and SLOWLY begin to let the clutch out. The more you let the clutch out, you should add more gas, it is not a big thing, very easy. Once you get used to it you'll be slamming gears quickly.
Stalling is caused by one thing (assuming you are in 1st gear): letting up the clutch too fast. My sons both did that when I first taught them to drive a standard, they would start letting it up slowly until the car started to move a little, then dump the clutch and the car would stall. You need to let it up slowly and apply a little gas as it starts to engage. Be patient and you'll get better with time.



have fun!
im in the same position as you! i just got my first car, which is standard and i kept stalling. it took me a while but i realized that i shouldnt let go of the clutch too fast, but CONTROL it. as you release the clutch slowly push on the gas. Im still learning but that definitely helped me. good luck!

LONG DIVISION: 20w^3+15w^2-w+5/10w?

-help!

How much does a California Driver's Manual cost?

-It's free. Just walk in and get one at any CA DMV.It's free. Just walk in and get one at any CA DMV.Cost nothing!



Download (for free) here:



http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/pubs.htm
free at any DMV. You can also get them online.

No oil gas mix scooter?

-Im looking for a gas powered scooter that i can zoom around my neighborhood that doesnt require a oil gas mix fuel. Please post a link to one if u know where i can buy one. I know gas powered scooters are ilegal in residental neighborhoods

HELP! I failed my driving test three times in CA, and I'm 16 ?

-I just got home from my third attempt at my driving test, which I failed. :'( Honestly, I'm not a bad driver at all. The first test I failed because I didn't look at my blind spot when merging into a bike lane to turn right, the second I didn't turn on my wipers when it was (BARELY) sprinkling, and now I tried to go around a big truck that had it's hazards on, I checked my blind spot and then ZOOM this big SUV comes outta nowhere, speeding around the corner, to pass me. -_____-"



I honestly think I'm a good enough driver to pass, it's just these little things. :'(



Anyway. I failed three times and I have to take the written test for my permit again. When I pass that, will I have to wait 6 months?



Please help! I have to drive to school >_<dont sweat it/re-learn and go again/ small asian lady from new york failed 527 times/she is the record holder/got her license about 1 1/2 years ago at age 63/so you got a ways to go/hang in there
Yeah, you'll have to wait 6 months. And ONCE AGAIN, THE FEMALE DRIVER FAILS AGAIN!

Parking out of control?

-I have lived on my street for 20 years. Back then, you could walk down the street and not see a car parked on the curb. Now, with rentals maxed out, kids living at home until 30, and home-based businesses, it's like parking wars. Is this a new trend, and will it reverse, or is this the way it is? I hate fighting for a spot in front of a house I own, but renters don't seem to respect my space. I know-street parking is fair game, but has it really come to this?move to las vegas/they have 30 thousand vacants there and that will give you space/watch out for the homeless they are everywhere/wife husband kids all on the streets
Yes thats the way it is now Chico...sad but true..

Car commercial of guy driving in sleep?

-What is the link to that new car commercial of the guy who sits up while he's sleeping and the dog gets up and is pretending to put his head out the window? or at least what brand name of car was that?

How do you make a time machine?

-I just wondered what kind of suggestions I might get. I will let you know if one works.

Got rearended now transmission grinds?

-I got rearended the other day, I have pretty bad front and rear bumper damage as i was pushed into the car in front of me..my car still runs, doesn't leak anything but now the transmission is grinding into 3rd gear, any idea of what would cause this?

Whats the best driving school to get your CDL in albany, NY?

-whats the best driving school to get your CDL in albany, NY?

Why do driving examiners have to be such douchebags?

-The dude failed me because I had stop using I attend to slow down hand singal. I used it for first half of the test. On the second half traffic was heavy so we wasn't moving like that.maybe because you don't make any sense when you speak. I know I don't understand a thing you typed
Huh? You failed because you didn't do what was required during the test. What part of that can't you understand?

Why are American cars so unreliable, unsafe/dangerous, and fuel-inefficient?

-because of labor unions. the only thing American car companies know how to build right are pickup trucks, everything else is sub-par and severely outdated. just look at the new Chevy Cruze, it needs a turbocharged 1.6 four-banger just to make 150hp. i have a 15 year-old Honda with the same displacement, it makes the same power through natural aspiration. why the hell does GM waste so much of our money(yes, our money) developing technology that's pure horseshit? why can't they build a small car that can go up to 300,000 miles without needing a replacement engine or transmission? i wish i knew, but i don't. and WHY CAN'T AMERICAN CAR COMPANIES BUILD A CAR WITH PROPER REAR INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION!?!?!?!?!



basically, if it's American and doesn't have a V8...it's a piece of sh*t. they don't know how to build anything else.





EDIT: Americans need to understand what a car is really capable of and not what Detroit tells them. most "American" cars aren't even built in this country, most don't even use American parts. brand loyalty and nationalism is depriving people in this country from experiencing genuinely better cars.



@Emily Martinez: you really think 18-24 mpg is good? seriously, that's your idea of good mpg? i have a diesel VW that's about 30 years old, it gets about 50mpg(if you're skeptical, try doing some research).because of labor unions. the only thing American car companies know how to build right are pickup trucks, everything else is sub-par and severely outdated. just look at the new Chevy Cruze, it needs a turbocharged 1.6 four-banger just to make 150hp. i have a 15 year-old Honda with the same displacement, it makes the same power through natural aspiration. why the hell does GM waste so much of our money(yes, our money) developing technology that's pure horseshit? why can't they build a small car that can go up to 300,000 miles without needing a replacement engine or transmission? i wish i knew, but i don't. and WHY CAN'T AMERICAN CAR COMPANIES BUILD A CAR WITH PROPER REAR INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION!?!?!?!?!



basically, if it's American and doesn't have a V8...it's a piece of sh*t. they don't know how to build anything else.





EDIT: Americans need to understand what a car is really capable of and not what Detroit tells them. most "American" cars aren't even built in this country, most don't even use American parts. brand loyalty and nationalism is depriving people in this country from experiencing genuinely better cars.



@Emily Martinez: you really think 18-24 mpg is good? seriously, that's your idea of good mpg? i have a diesel VW that's about 30 years old, it gets about 50mpg(if you're skeptical, try doing some research).I don't think all American cars are unreliable, unsafe and fuel inefficient.

Chevys get 18-24 mpg.



The unsafe/dangerous topic I understand but I feel like that applies to Toyota/Lexus.



The Audi R8 gets bad gas mileage, is a fast car (i.e. could be dangerous in the wrong hands) and while probably not unreliable, is probably difficult to get parts for.



I get your question, but I feel like its a bit of a generalized statement.
It's pretty clear you no nothing about cars. All my cars and trucks have been american and Ive had them up to 300k when I sold them. my camaro has 145k and the only thing i had to replace was the air pump. And fuel inefficient? Yeah right. The chevy cruze out preforms every import. And yes hondas when it comes to being fuel efficient. And just a FYI. The body of american cars is built much better. Every import I owned has rust along the wheel wells and doors.
Why are people that demean American cars so uninformed about their subject material?

While what you state may have been true 35-40 years ago (and admitted by American car makers) it no longer holds true today.
You are into overgeneralization, because of that your question is flawed and also shows you don't know much about cars to begin with.

Getting a permit information?

-so i'm currently 16 and i'm going to a driving school.



i was wondering when i can get a permit? can i just get it now without finishing the 15 days of driving class since im 16? or do i still have to attend 15 days of classes THEN get a permit?



then how do i get my license? do i have to attend ANOTHER driving class especially to get a license? or do i just have to have my premit for couple months..



if you could just describe the process i would be veryyy thankful!Very good questions to ask your driving instructor. The times vary by state, but the driver training course is to get you ready for your permit test. Once you have a permit you can get behind the wheel and be taught how to drive. Then you can go for your license test.

Car Stopped Hazards On, Accident Behind Is it my fault?

-Hey So Please only serious answers.



My mothers car broke down on the side of the road. She got as far over as she could and put her hazards on. Then after being there for an hour and no problems a car breaks abruptly and the car behind that car hits it. They are trying to blame it on my mom, but it's not her fault because she was stopped with her hazards on and was doing everything she could legally do when her car has broken down. It's the other persons fault because they weren't paying attention to there surroundings right? When I was in an accident a year ago because a person was breaking abruptly I was still the one who got in trouble because the judge said I wasn't paying attention to my surroundings. Like I said serious answers only. I am just looking for outsider feedback on the situation.



ThanksNo, it's not the fault of the driver who is stopped on the side of the road. It's the fault of the driver who hit the car in the front, no matter how abruptly the car in the front stopped for whatever reason. There's a minimum stopping distance that the car which is following, has to keep for situations like this. It seems that the driver in the car which hit the car in the front was either not paying attention or was driving so close to the car in the front that (s)he did not have the time to stop when the car in the front abruptly stopped.
Sorry misread the question. Her car was NOT in the accident and thus was not part of nor liable for any of the damages in the accident. The driver was following too close (a ticket-able offense) and is trying to find someone else to blame. It is his fault and no one else's.
Uh, she shouldn't have sat in the car doing nothing for an hour. Tell her to pop it in neutral and push it on the shoulder next time. Or, you know, get someone to tow it. It sucks but bad things happen when you're lazy.



yaghani: Learn to read, she wasn't on the side of the road.

Whats the best way to make a rear wheel drive car work in the snow (BMW)?

-As high a gear as possible and gentle acceleration.



Once upon a time front wheel drives were rare, how do all those who say sandbags and snow chains are the only way think people coped then?Rear wheel drive vehicles drive poorly in the snow because all the weight is placed disproportionately on the front wheels (from the engine). Counter balance by placing sand bags, weights, rocks, or anything heavy in the trunk; you'll need at least a couple hundred pounds and preferably more. It will hurt your gas mileage, but it will get you where you're going.
SNOW TIRES !!! every vehicle has four contact points with the road, what these consist of makes the biggest difference. Yes AWD makes the car accelerate faster in snow, does nothing for stopping and steering. Your BMW comes with traction and stability control, maximizing your traction with winter tires will make it perfectly fine to drive in the winter.

Look at Bridgestone Blizzaks, Michelin x-Ice, Nokian HAKKAPELIITTA.
It's not the car, it's the driver. I have lived in snow country most of my life, from the midwest USA to the pacific northwest to Alaska and have owned mostly rear-wheel drive cars. There is no magic formula to winter driving. You just make sure your car is equipped with a good set of winter tires, and SLOW DOWN!



You cannot drive on snow and ice at the same speeds you drive on bare pavement, and expect to survive.
The trick is to select second gear and slowly lift the clutch until you feel the bite then gentle acceleration until you get the grip. Alternativly you can place weight in the boot to give you grip.
Snow tyres is the only way, they make a huge difference in traction when in snow.
Carry a couple of bags of sand in the boot if you can't afford snow tyres.
There is no real way.



4WD you really need pal.



At worst, front wheel drive.
Chains on the wheels

A lot of torque

How do i make the most of studying for my temps test?

-Ok i know this is kind of dumb, but i have my test tomorrow to get my temps. I know its really easy, but i dont want to fail it! I would feel really dumb! What things are important to study and are there any foods, drinks, anything that helps you study/remember things better? and any advice on drivers ed! Because if i pass, i'm probably going to get my temps that day and i'm excited. Thanks in advance!

How do you handle an aggressive tailgating driver?

-what i have learned thru the years/You drive yours/i will drive mine/pay attention what in front and drive onwhat i have learned thru the years/You drive yours/i will drive mine/pay attention what in front and drive onINVISIBLE SQUIRREL! Break!
slow down let them pass or pull off let them by

safety first
Break test them or put the peddle to the floor

What is route from Shankar or vasant kunj to noida sector 16 by bus and by metro?

-sir i need it very urgently as this route is new for me . please clearify as much u can

How much is an adult bus fare?

-I want to go from swinton to the Trafford centre, I don't need the exact price just an educated guess please. Thank you :)

Why do people blank out their car registrations in photos?

-I do that because I have seen other people do it, but I am not entirely sure I know completely why, so just wanted a little clarification...!Do you want other people to have your registration information, so they can print it out as their own?



Seriously.



Did you not think about this at all?
Because they want to

Whats this car called?

-What car is this?



http://home.comcast.net/~jaminonyourface/DSC02003.jpgit might be a honda

How does valet parking work?

-After you let the valet drive off to park your car, are you supposed to wait for him to come back and give you your keys? Also, does he give you some sort of receipt so that when you need the car again, you just give him the receipt so he knows which car is yours?



This is going to be at a fancy hotel.After you give the valet your keys he doesn't give them back; he keeps them and gives you a receipt or ticket. Then when you get back and need your car, you give him the receipt and he picks up your keys and goes to get your car back for you.



It could cost a certain amount or more depending on how long you parked your car. In some places valet parking is free of charge with the hotel. It's also normal to tip the valet who parked your car for you.
You give them the keys, and they should give you a slip so you can call for your car when you want to drive off. They keep the keys.

Can you get tickets reduced when your car is booted?

-Nope. Once they have booted your car, then you have lost all options, and it's pay in full or else. Why not pay up now before you get the boot!

What are the qualifications for 18 wheelers driver?

-Local law will prevail. Check local law.you will have to take a series of test,also you will have to take a road test with a trailor to show the officer your driving skills.then if you pass you will receive a cdl class a license.

Having a softer steering for my car?

-hi everyone i have a suzuki swift 90' that has a fairly hard steering, it doesn't come with powered steering so sometimes it gets soft and then again hard, what can i do to make it as soft as possible... any tips would be highly appreciated.you should get power steering installed on your car in some way

Questions about a driving permit?

-I had a few questions about getting a permit. One of my friend's told me that once you get a permit, you have exactly one year to get your license. She said that you should wait like 2 weeks or something to get your permit, or else if you get it on your birthday, you have to get your license EXACTLY on your birthday. I hope that makes sense... is that true? Or can I get it on my birthday if I want and have as long as I need once I turn 16 to get my license?



Other than that, can anyone give me certain details about getting a permit? Like, as far as the tests, what to know, etc? Thanks!!no you don't have to get your license exactly on your birthday even if you do get your permit on your birthday. as for the tests, if you take the classes, they usually give you something to study for the tests. everything you need to know for the tests will be on what they give you.

LT1 throttle body bypass?

-1996 LT1 Trans Am throttle body bypass?

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What causes high HC and CO during smog check?

-my car failed with both twice as high as the max allowed. i read that it could be because of a rich fuel condition but what can i do to fix it? new o2 sensor? Before i took it to smog i had changed the oil, spark plugs, spark plug wires, pcv valve, and poured into the gas tank a fuel injector cleaner. The car also seemed to be running good. What could cause the problem? its a 97 camry 2.2 liter

Why is my license being suspended?

-I received my first ticket on Easter of 2011, this ticket was for failure to yield right of way. Suppose i pulled out in front of him on his motorcycle almost causing him to wreck, he had his blinker on turning onto the road i was on. Well, instead of going through court and stuff. I plead no contest on the ticket and paid it on time in person. I got a letter on July 6, 2011 saying my license is going to be suspended for 60 days for 4 or more points on my license. Can they do this? I am only 16 and i looked up Alabamas point system and it states 12 -14 points in a 2 year period for 60 day suspension....=( someone please help. i just got my first job also and id love to keep it but i cant do it if i cannot drive.....help!!!!!

Colorado written driver's test? ?

-On the 14th I'm gonna be taking the written test for my permit and I want to know from your viewpoint is the test hard and what parts from the Colorado driver handbook should I study the most?

Should I tell my driving instructor about my anxiety disorder?

-I'm about to organise my first ever driving lesson and I am very nervous! I have an anxiety disorder and am wondering if this is something I should tell my instructor? Also how good do I have to be at driving before a lesson? I'm not very confident but I don't have anyone to practice with!There are friendly instructors who will approach your problems in the right way.They will try to teach you in 1 to 1 method.A reputed driving school with a lot of experience will be ideal for you as their instructors might have taught people with anxiety disorders.You have to be confident about driving as people with physical disabilities also drive well.
you can tell him u get nervous, so he may be more carefull. sME TIME DO SOME RELAXATION Trchniques before u go practise. every one have anbxiety levels are different. a complete faith in god will take out your anxiety. practise yoga. good luck / jays

Techniques on having confidence while learning to drive?

-I just got my permit July 8th and my parents make me drive everywhere now. I get really nervous when driving with three other drivers in the car(mom,dad,sister) my dad makes me even more nervous when he raises his voice. I end up in tears(from fear, anxiety,feeling of failure) after every time I drive. I know it will just take time, but does anyone have techniques or tips on how to be less anxious and scared? Anything helps! Thanks.Talk to your dad about him raising his voice. Mine did that, too, when I was just learning to drive. It must be a dad thing. Regardless, the only way to not be nervous and to feel confident in your driving abilities is to practice driving with someone who is very calm and collected, as well as experienced in both teaching (preferably teaching how to drive, but any teacher will do) and driving--so not someone who is 17. They haven't had enough experience themselves to be teaching someone else. 20+ should be ok, but the older, the better until you start getting into the 60-year-olds. For some reason, they can never drive, no matter how long they've been doing it.

What's the brand of these rims?

-http://www.bodykits.net/images/bodykits_net/163361/02.jpgthey look like boss but am not sure and by the way thats a nice truck

What are the costs of owning a V8 truck?

-I'm 18 years old and I'm thinking of buying a Ford F-150 truck for 2-3 grand on Craigslist.



I need it for my job ( 7 min drive only once a week ) and college in the fall ( 30 minutes drive 2-3 times a week ).

I wouldn't really use the truck to carry/pull loads , it's just a taste preference.



I will be paying insurance which is around$100 and gas by myself.

I also have a sister who needs a car so I could let her borrow the truck in return for gas money.



I really like trucks but would I waste too much money on gas? Should I buy a sedan instead ?

I don't really plan on driving it a lot but would I regret it later on ?

Any car buying advice is appreciated. Thank you !A truck is okay, if you want one and can afford it, get it. Most people that own Corvettes don't need a fast car, but they wanted one and they got one... The only thing I would recommend is to maybe buy a smaller truck, e.g. Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy S10. They do a bit better on gas, but if you're sold on the 150, I'd go for it... Some of your costs with a V8 will include more gas(obvious), more oil on changes, depending on the year of the f150 you could be shelling out big buck for maintenance/repairs...to Matt, im sorry buddy but the cost of gas has nothing at all to do with the value of your truck. I read a report the other day where the cost of gasoline had no effect on new buyers of trucks.
oh yes. have you considered a small car. owning a truck can put a dent in your wallet with to days gas prices. and a truck will cost more to fix. if your going to go with a truck go with a v-6
people say that v8 waste alot of gas but not really i have a ram v8 and i fill it up with 60 bucks and it last all week and i drive alot
I just bought a Government seized 1999 Ford F150 4x4 in Georgia, then moved to Florida (much more expensive here).



14mpg on the highway with a Triton 5.4L V8, but pulls every load I put in it and behind in a trailer.



$1000 worth of parts and labor to make it pass emissions, due to 3 bad ignition coils out of 8 causing misfires and emissions tests failing. $200 for tag and title, $600 per year in Full Coverage insurance with Geico, then insurance rates doubled for the Florida move so I dropped it to liability only.



With gas prices for regular hovering between $3.48 to $4 per gallon here, fill ups are between $70 to $85 for this model truck, or about 20 gallons.



The older ones are problematic. The Spare Tire Lift winch was jammed on this one and had to be cut out just to get the spare tire down. $145 for a replacement unit, they can't be rebuilt when the cable jams. Another $65 for the power window motor that failed on the driver's side, not to mention power door actuators that failed at $45 apiece. What else, oh the Air Bag key switch in the dash to disable/enable the passenger side Air Bag. It breaks often leaving the warning light on the airbag illuminated on the dash, and disabled. I haven't figured out how to get it out yet without removing the entire dash to change one key switch.



These are not user friendly trucks, even changing the oil. 6 months later and one oil change I did myself, I still haven't found the oil filter anywhere on the engine. I'm sure it has one, maybe they hid it in the gas tank?
Trucks are expensive on gasoline. Since the cost of gasoline is extreme the past year, I'd get something that would save on gas cost and try a truck at a later time. I have a 350 V8 Chevy pickup and cost me twice as much to go anywhere compared to my car. Hence, I only use it for hauling stuff that isn't easily done in a car.



Also they are terrible or dangerous on snow or ice.



One thing to consider... if the cost of gasoline really goes up higher the value of your truck will hit rock bottom.

Driving Test Tomorrow :/?

-Ok So I have my Driving test tomorrow, Obviosuly I am nervous, but I am really excited to get it over and done with at the same time, does anyone have any advice for me ? Wish me luck you guys :)Hi,



Nervousness is bit common everyone gets nervous at the time of there driving test.

Dont get too nervous, be positive about your test.

Try to stay calm and cool.



Some tips for at the time of driving test:

1) Adjust your seatbelt

2)Adjust the mirrors

3) Follow your inspector's instructions

4) Bring your car up to speed in short space of time

5)Maintain a reasonable space between the vehicles around you

6) maintain proper speed, dont be too fast or too slow

Hope this will help.



All the best
I was nervous when I took my test but found actually talking to the instructor whilst taking my test took the edge off. I was proper s***--==g myself and when we set off I randomly just started talking. we had a nice conversation whilst taking the test which totally put me at ease, therefore I was calm from the outset. and before I knew it we were done I only got 1 minor and was amazed.

Take a deep breath before setting off, and dont think too much about making a mistake cos it's likely you will make one



GOOD LUCK!!
A few shots of Tequila relaxed me before I took mine. Sometimes the examiner may need a few belts after taking a checkout ride with new drivers.
Sure. Don't get nervous and be relaxed. All the Best

Flymo mv100 not working?

-Today however I changed a split fuel pipe after this it worked fine however after 5 mins is started being noisy so I shut it down. It stopped dead and appeared to be seized couldnt pull or turn the blade. Italso appeared hotter than usual. After 2 mins and a wee fiddle everything started to work. But then this repeated few times. Any ideas or advice could it be not enough oil in the fuel mixture ???

Trouble with 2003 PT cruiser?

-I own a 2003 pt cruiser. When i try to go from drive to reverse, nothing engages. But if i go from park to reverse, it works. Just wondering if this is a safety feature, or is something wrong?

Are gas prices on their way up or down?

-I am going on a big road trip within the next couple of weeks and I am wondering if gas prices are going to go up or down. Of course no one can tell the future, but I know some people are very good at predicting gas price trends. Thanks for your help!I would guess that the closer congress gets to the deadline for raising the debt ceiling, the higher fuel prices will go. This debt problem is causing a lot of instability and uncertainty in the markets.The gas prices arent going to change much in the next couple of weeks, but over the coming year you can expect to see the same cycle that the gas prices have been on for years. They will raise the prices to new high's and then drop the price for a short time before raising them again. I don't worry about the gas prices as much as I use to, I get 50% Gas Rebates every month thanks to the Filler Up Club and so can you! Check out my blog here for complete details: www.MyHalfPriceGas.com Hope this helps...Mike P
Gas prices are going up, they always do during the summer driving season.

How much will i get from my aluminum can tabs?

-how much will i get for selling my aluminum can tab this lady told me about what kind of aluminum it is to get money i was wonder how much will i get for a pound she told me they sell it top dollars they use it many thingMaybe 5 pence. BTW, categorise your questions correctly next time. You have asked this question in Cars & Transportation, even though your question has NOTHING to do with cars and other transport whatsoever.
maybe with the price today 2 cents,.

What's the difference between a class 10 driver's license and a class C?

-Don't Know, Don't Care.

Recharging automobile air comditioning?

-can i do it myselfYes you can. Head out to your local auto parts store. They have charging kits complete with the valve units to attach to the refrigerant cans.I'ts best not to, but you can.

http://www.wikihow.com/Recharge-the-Air-鈥?/a>

Can u get a car legal in your name in michigan without a drivers lisence?

-You will need to have some form of identification, but I'm not sure if you need a license. It is conceivable that you might own a car without being able to drive it (like if you were a rich guy with a chauffeur), but in the vast majority of cases you would want to drive your own car. You can go down to your local police station and ask. Just don't drive yourself.

Where can I get a list that haves all the automobiles produced by every automaker in the world?

-A list that haves every car ever produced from concepts to production, to limited editionIn your dreams. Definitely not on this forum.

I made a mistake with the gas in my dad's car?!?!?

-Hello, I just got my license and yesterday i went for a ride, and i decided to put gas in the car. It was not empty but the thing of the gas was almost on the red line. I put in 5 gallons of regular instead of premium. I did not fill it up. Now my dad is mad at me and even told me that i'd would have to pay for the damages, after the gas is burned because he is going to take it to the AutoParts place to get the "problem" fixed?



is THERE really a Problem w/ the car? He told me that he'd have to do an tune up?Sounds like your dad doesn't really like you more than he likes his car. But, I guess you could already tell that.



Tell him to buy a bottle of octane booster and put it in. It will boost the octane of 5 gallons of gas FAR above the level of premium gasoline.



If he just gets mad and makes more threats and gets angry, he is just an idiot, and thank God you don't have to live with him forever.



People use anger and bluster to control others and intimidate them. I feel sorry for you. But, it isn't going to last forever.
For a start it will not damage for car as a once off. It just means it might feel a little less power. If it is recommended to run on premium. i.e it might run 200hp on premium if you put regular in it. Maybe 190hp in a lesser tune. The ECU computer knows what fuel your running and will adjust to it. In Japan all fuel is 100octane thats why you see cars exported will less power than their domestic cars. The had to detune them to suit lower grades of fuel available in other countries.
You're dad is probably mad about something else --- he obviously wants to hurt you, make you feel bad.



Maybe his goal is to "make it bad" --- SO --- he can "make it better."



Make you tear-up, cry---and say that you're sorry --- just so he can, put his arms around you --- and be the hero when he tells you, "It's alright --- I love you more than the stupid car."



Maybe that's it --- in some way on an emotional level he want's to get close to you. Maybe it's more than just an emotional level.
Nope, 5g. of regular gas isn't going to change anything, when he usually get premium. Get him to show/tell you what the problem is, but I bet there isn't,
I've been working on cars for over 40 years. You did not do any damage. All a tune up is these days is a set of spark plugs. You can get those at Walmart or any discount auto parts.
there would only be damage if you put diesel into a gas car. My mom mixes premium and regular all the time and her car is fine.
He is over reacting. Changing the gas once isn't going to do anything. But next time just leave it on premium
I don't think this is going to be a big problem , he's just angry for what you've done. Nothing to be worried about

Do u think Jeremy Clarkson would make a good Priminister?

-I think he'd b awesome. If u don't agree, who would u vote in and y? Thankyou. :)No, because he's fairly tactless and opinionated, and I don't think he'd have much patience with the intricacies of parliamentary politics. I think he'd agree with me.



zxc090

I'm 18 and my mom won't let me drive anywhere?

-Ok, I'm an 18 year old girl, I've had my license for two years now and I even have a van. My mom let me drive to school in the morning but that's pretty much it. She won't let me drive further than 15 minutes by myself. She wants me to find a boyfriend but that's impossible since I can never go out and meet anyone. I graduated from a class of 9 so I obviously don't know too many people other than people I "meet" on facebook. Please help me! How can I get my mom to let me drive when I know I am fully capable?Well you're eighteen so legally you can do whatever you want. (Well if you move out, which could be a smart thing to do considering your age.) And, you have to prove to your mom that you're a safe responsible driver. That might be the reason she doesn't let you drive. Have you had any accidents in the past? If so that is probably her reasoning. But if not I think it's time to grow out of the "mommy is telling me what to do" stage, and consider moving out.
Tell her some weird guy has been stalking you and is trying to make you get in his car.

She will see it is important for you to have car and dANGEROUS FOR YOU TO WALK.
You are assumed to be a legal adult. Stop mooching off your mother, go find a job and move out on your own while you still know everything.
your 18 she cant stop you from doing what you want just do it

300zx twin turbo vs Toyota corolla which will win in a drag race?

-300zx 1994 twin turbo vs 2000s corolla300ZX twin turbo is about 3450lbs, 300hp twin turbo V6 RWD GT Car.

Corolla is a 130hp 3000lb front wheel drive economy car.



The 300ZX in the right hands can run about a 13.9-14.0 1/4 mile.

The Corolla will run about a 14.0 1/8 mile and about a 20 second 1/4 mile.

Whats the best car for winter?

-a 2002 chevy trailblazer or a mid 90's - early 00's Cherokee or a cj or yj. i dont live close to my school and need something comfortable for a long drive and something that can plow through snow with little or no problems. plus i would like to put some after market parts on it once i get a better job and lift it. so whats the best car? and the more reliable the better

Which subcompact car is the best?

-I am thinking about buying one and which is the best and why?Chevrolet has a brand new subcompact car on the market that will be available in fall 2011 鈥?the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. It鈥檚 a sporty, youthful vehicle that I think you鈥檒l really like. Good luck with your search!



Thanks,

Laura

GM Customer Service

What side should I put a bumper sticker on my suv?

-I received an honor roll bumper sticker from my little girls school and I'm not sure if I should put it on the driver side or passenger? And should it be on my back window or bumper?Does it matter? Its your call, if you got a million bumper sticker just put in on there, it will all blend. But BUMPER is a good place to put it.
ask your little girl

Would it be advisable to take driving lessons with two different instructors?

-I am about to start driving lessons at home (Wolverhampton) but I am going to university in oxford do you think it would be advisable for me to take driving lessons while in oxford and when I visit home or stick to taking lessons in one place as the different instructors may well have different techniques etc.Hi,



I'm a driving instructor and think that yes, this would be a good idea. Some instructors might not be too pleased about this but ignore that can keep up your practice. It's totally understandable that you would like to keep your driving fresh. It'll save you a lot of money too in the long run. As has been stated below already, we all might have a slightly different way of teaching but are all trained to teach the same things, to the same standard, and, if you do anything differently to what one of them would normally teach, then it should be them who adapt to help you... Definitely go for it.



Cheers



JVI think it would be a good idea to have lessons in both places, it will give you an even wider range of driving experience than if you took all your lessons in one place. I heard of a pupil recently who was taking lessons in London and was just about at test standard, she had a few lessons back home and it turned out she had never driven over 30mph. She could have passed her test, then legally been driving on a motorway the next day, totally unprepared.
That should not be a problem. Let both of them know the situation (they don't need to be from the same school) and they will understand, if they don't then find instructors who do.



All instructors work to the same DSA syllabus so will be teaching in a similar way. Any differences in techniques could be a benefit anyway as this may help you learn more quickly.



Hope this helps
Not if you are dating them both. Friday night has a habit of catching up with Saturday nights date, plus costs twice as much.



You sound like you've been to a doctor and want a second opinion on your illness. Try this, where will you be staying most often? Pick one and stick with it.
That is a difficult one to answer, It depends on you and the instructors. I passed my test a few years ago after about 12 weeks and I had 3 different instructors, and didn't have any problem.
Bit of variety never hurt anyone. The techniques should be the same since they'll both teach the correct way to drive, maybe their own personal delivery will be different but no two people are the same anyway.



I'd do it.
If you do use a national driving school. All their instructors are trained to teach the same way. Good luck.

What should my 2001 f150 V8 idle. ?

-I live in phoenix if that matters because I think temp and elev do. ThanksBetween 800-1000 RPM depending if automatic transmission or not.

Can I register and drive a right hand drive car in michigan?

-There's a canadian title car here in michigan that I would like to buy because its very rare. But I don't wonna buy it if I can't register it and drive it legally. Also it goes by kilometers not miles!

Front license plates?

-Hey!

You know the decorative plates on the front of peoples cars?

Do you know where to get those? Do you know where you can get personalized ones?(:

Thanks everyone

KylieThrough the dmv or dot.

Is there an application that is sort of like an offline Google Maps?

-I need to find a detailed map that can be used offline. On my laptop, not mobile. thanks.Yes, Microsoft Streets and Trips, DeLorme Street Atlas, others.



zxc090

Jap Turbo or US/AUS V8?

-I like both, although more so toward the japanese cars.. What cars do you like and where are you from?

Where is there a fuse for my 1999 polaris sportsman 500 , for the speedometer ?

-i have a polaris 500 sportsman , The speedometer , hour & odometer quit working , where could i find a fuse for that or would it be a different problem

Do you need insurance for a driver's permit?

-I'm hearing different things from all different places and rather than sifting through all of the crap at the dmvedu website I thought I'd ask you guys and get a straight answer.



Do I need insurance to get my permit, or just for my liscense? I live in California, by the way, if that makes any difference with the law.In my state you can't get in the car without proof of insurance. (Not Calif.)
nope
in texas they will tow your vehicle if you don't have insurance. that law came out not so long ago.

Whats The Hardest Thing on the Drivers License Test?

-CALIFORNIA, what was the hardest part they made you do? What should I be prepared for?



ThanksParallel parking. I don't live in Cali but I'm sure they test for that. Just practice, I drove for 120 hours (not straight) before taking my actual driving test for my license. I got a perfect score, only thing I could've done better but wasn't marked was signalling a lane change sooner, to merge onto the highway.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJ-loe3xXLg that's a good how-to video on parallel parking.

How is this even possible?!?

-So the front tires on my car are wearing down pretty bad; that's not the problem. They are Kuhmo AST's, whereas my rear tires are Goodyear Eagle F1 A/S's. I really like how predictable the rear end of my car feels and how the rear tires grip incredibly well; I want the same for the front. I went to Discount Tire in town and got a quote for Goodyear Eagle F1 A/S(same as rear, slightly smaller width).It was about 400 dollars with a warranty and all the little bells and whistles. This was a bit steep, so I thought "hmm well there's a Goodyear store down the street, they'll sell it cheaper". Wrong! It was 100 dollars more!!! Can someone explain how this is possible(from a business standpoint)? I thought cutting down to the supplier is cheaper than getting it from the "middle man".?

Which german car has the feature to start the engine by holding the brake and tapping it's metal steering whee?

-Which german car has the feature to start the engine by holding the brake and tapping it's metal steering wheel?



I was a valet attendant when i was in high school and parked this awesome car. I'm 24 now and would like to find that same car and own it.



I believe it was a benz or bmw, but I can't find any car with that feature. The feature's name is also welcome...



Thanks!!!some cars now do not need any keys to start the engine. there is a kind of button where you just press it to start the engine OR a switch to turn it on. i am using the keyless engine starter car though it is not a German made.

What are the steps to getting your permit?

-Like, i would want to know exactly happens, do you go in a room? do they take your phone? do they watch you? I would like to know what exactly happens? Step by step... are there people with you?You go to your local DMV, stand in line (I forgot which line it is) and you fill out your general information, (DOB, height, hair color, if you're a girl or boy, address, eye color, and social security number.) Then you take a photo (be ready, since they person that does it never gives you any warning as to when your photo is being taken, so you may have a chance to smile. You go into another line and you get your number. When your number is called, you go to the counter that your name was called. Keep in mind that this could take hours, and I had to wait about an hour and a half. For the permit test you go to a different room, and you cannot have anything except your number. After getting called, they give you a pencil and your test and you can choose your seat (well, the day I went wasn't crowded) and you desk has a sheet with all the road signs. You take the test and give it back to the person at the counter, and then.... more waiting... this time it was only a half hour. Your NAME gets called and you learn your grade and if you got anything wrong, which questions you got wrong and why it's wrong. After a little more waiting, you get a temporary document that is your permit (the real permit will come in the mail within a few weeks. You leave the DMV and CONGRADULATIONS! YOU CAN NOW HIT THE ROAD!

Why have cars become so complex?

-In the last century, cars were very simple, usually reliable, easy to modify to your tastes, and more connected to the road. Now, it is very hard to find a new car that has a simple mechanical linkage to the throttle, brakes, steering yadayadayada.... I've driven cars that have zero driving aids and a brand new cars that have some stupid facebook status thing. I just don't get it, isn't half the reasons why more crashes happen are because of driver error because they want that new Volvo that can literally stop itself in traffic? Those systems are going to make people not drive as well because of a false sense of security since 80% of people on the road that I encounter are terrible compared to me despite the fact that I only have a permit. And these systems could become mandatory on new cars as soon as 5 years, which will make the initial costs and future maintenance costs go WAY up.



I prefer to drive a simpler car because I have to be more attentive (that'll make me a better driver) and I prefer the feel of a car that's simple, since I usually don't like everything computerized in a car. I also want to modify the car by adding wheels, maybe a new suspension and put a loud *** stereo in it, which if you do to most modern cars, they'll cause the car to become weird and unreliable, not to mention you'll void your new car warranty.



How do you guys feel about this and when I buy a car with my own money in a few years, should I get an older Subaru low-mileage or something?Because people that don't get enjoyment out of driving find that stuff to be a luxury. And because the media tells them to like it.
Not all driving aids are bad, but they should be optional. Things like Antilock brakes, traction control, "accident avoidance", airbags, etc. should all be strictly options, because not everyone wants them. Most of these were designed with good intentions, but then the government stepped in and, as par for the course, screwed things up.



With that said, I haven't found a vehicle I can't fix, with no education in the subject. No matter how many sensors and systems they put on a car, the engine still runs the same way. It still needs fuel, air and a source of ignition. Clutches are clutches (except with twin clutch sequential type gearboxes). Axles are axles. Brakes are brakes.



As for your take on drivers, I completely agree. I live in Colorado, where it does snow somewhat often in the winter, and I drive a mustang. Not just any mustang, a cobra. Sure, it has antilock brakes, but that's about it. No traction control (except my right foot), manual transmission, power steering (but it still has a steering shaft), there's a cable connected from my pedal to my throttle, oh, and did I mention it's a 330+hp V8? And on ultra-high performance tires, not even snow tires? Yet I get around better than people in 4x4 SUVs and cars with snow tires...



I modify my car as well, and honestly there isn't a car out there that you can't modify without some creativity.
Chinese and Japanese engineers determined to take over the world with cheap and inferior products. Plus if the average person can't fix their car because it looks like NASA technology under the hood, then dealers and mechanics can charge you $90 per hour and 300% mark up on parts made in China that fail out of the box or within a few days.
There is more profit in building cars with lots of gizmo's (more to breakdown) and it stops the average DIYer maintaining their own cars. A few years ago I had a good old Ford Cortina and changed the engine/gearbox clutch etc as well maintain the brakes etc with little mechanical knowledge. Castrol GTX was the standard oil for all cars. Now days you need an engineering degree and a whole host of specialised tools just to get to the spark plugs. Even topping up the engine oil has now become complicated because you need to know the exact oil out of thousands of different types available!

Do I need a new muffler tip when installing a new muffler?

-I am going to be putting in a Flowmaster Super 44 in place of my stock muffler, but I need to know if I need to change the muffler tip as well. I don't want the stock tip to interfere with the sound of my new muffler.



ThanksYou wont need to replace the muffler tip unless it has any holes in it...it wont make any difference to the sound of the new muffler...

Is it easy to find Bus and MRT line to go to different places?

-Very easy,.

Lightbars on civilian vehicles in NC?

-I own a North Carolina film production company, and we want to purchase lightbars for our vehicles. We would use amber colored lightbars and they would be flashing as we drive in convoys to productions, so that someone doesn't get lost. I read the NC general statute that details the laws about lightbars, and I just wanted another opinion on the legality of it. I included the statute below:





North Carolina General Statutes 搂 20-130.2 Use of amber lights on certain vehicles.



All wreckers operated on the highways of the State shall be equipped with an amber鈥慶olored flashing light which shall be so mounted and located as to be clearly visible in all directions from a distance of 500 feet, which light shall be activated when at the scene of an accident or recovery operation and when towing a vehicle which has a total outside width exceeding 96 inches or which exceeds the width of the towing vehicle. It shall be lawful to equip any other vehicle with a similar warning light including, but not by way of limitation, maintenance or construction vehicles or equipment of the Department of Transportation engaged in performing maintenance or construction work on the roads, maintenance or construction vehicles of any person, firm or corporation, Radio Emergency Associated Citizens Team (REACT) vehicles, and any other vehicles required to contain a warning light. (1967, c. 651, s. 2; 1973, c. 507, s. 5; 1977, c. 464, s. 34; 1979, c. 1; c. 765; 1981, c. 390; 1991, c. 44, s. 1.)



Thank you guys.I'm not an attorney, nor have I ever played one on TV, but...



I don't see anywhere in the regulation you have quoted that authorizes you to have light bars on your vehicle, and you definitely don't have the authority to use them on public roadways.



I suppose if you don't like my answer you could actually talk to an attorney, or even someone from the state of North Carolina.
Well ...purchasing and using non emergency colors for your vehicles has a definition. For Safety reasons while performing duties while under wrecking contract, or your road maintenance / construction business lic. I remember only being able to use Code 3 lights with the desk Sgt's approval with my old car. Just to say Law enforcement had rules too. See about buying a permit from the local county/ city that you are interested in coordinating this in. Im quite sure governments listen when money is involved... if you plan to invest in this route?

What is a manufacturer warranty?

-i am on ebay and it wont let me put my car for sale because it says i need a manufacturer warranty but its an old car

What is up with toll roads?

-I am from the west. Never in my life have I heard of a toll road until we recently drove from Utah all over the country to the east coast. (about 3,000 miles. Phew!) I passed through all the toll roads (many reasons, confusion mainly) without paying. So my real questions are, what is an I-pass? Do these tolls apply to me? Are you freaking serious about having to pay a toll just to drive on a road?! These happened in Illinois by the way. Remind me NEVER to live there! lolMost roads are public roads paid for by people's taxes. so anyone can use them

Toll roads are private roads that are not paid for with tax dollars so everyone has to pay to drive on them.



Basically an i-pass is a "prepaid toll", so someone puts like $50 on an i-pass and every time they go through a toll booth, the scanner electronically takes how ever much the toll is off the pass so you don't have to physically pay money. (it's kind of like a pre-paid debit card for tolls)
Shouldn't have done that. They will find you by taking a picture of your license plate and sending you the bill in the mail and if you don't pay it they can charge you huge fees and it only gets worse from there. Here in Tx. some ppl. have been put in jail b/c of not paying.
The money you pay to use the toll goes to building new roads and keeping them clean. Did you notice how clean the toll way was compared to any other highway?
Jayda, It`s like this...people that pay taxes on their property etc. have enough burdens other than paying for roads they may never use...so the person just passing through gets to share the expense.
Most states have votes on it. The option is usually to build a toll road, or raise taxes to pay for a new expressway. In some cases, it becomes a tax because it's a road most people will use. In other cases, the new highway will be in an area where only a few people will use, IE to a remote housing development. So, rather than make everyone who lives in the city or state pay for it, they let the people who want the highway built, the people who will use it, pay for it when they use it. Typically, they remove the tolls after the road is paid off. The tolls aren't necessarily for generating revenue outside of paying off that loan.



The I-pass is just a prepaid transponder so that you can get through faster. Rather than stopping at every toll plaza, and paying cash, when you drive it every day, you know how much you spend on tolls per month and you can just load that onto the pass. They usually give you a discounted rate for the tolls as well when you do that. Then they just have wireless signal towers you drive through that scans your account number and automatically debits your charge at that plaza at the discounted rate.



The tolls apply to anyone who drives on the road. And as for what would happen, it honestly depends. E-470 in Colorado recently did away with the toll plazas to reduce fuel consumption and to make people traveling on it easier. So you either had an EZpass (same as I-pass), or they would photo your license plate and mail you a bill every month. Of course the EZ pass was cheaper. It used to be that if you didn't stop at the plazas, not only would you get charged for the tolls you passed, but you would also receive a ticket in the mail for failure to stop at a toll plaza and it was something like a $150 fine. Hopefully that isn't the case on the roads you were on.