It's September!

Finally, after sixty two hard days, July and August for 2013 are behind us. It doesn't mean the weather is great, but it definitely means that we're closer to sanity than a week ago.

I can finally drive my car without burning on the instant of entering it (it takes a few seconds now), and I don't leave my car as sticky as I used to do.

In two months I'll be freezing when I leave my car, and driving will be a great joy. I can't wait for it to happen.

Nadav

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Tips That Will Help You Pass the First Time

It's Friday! This means that it's finally time for some more great tips that will help you pass on your first try.

Passing Driver's Test Tips - Important Things You Can Do to Practice So You Can Pass on 1st Try

Even though so many people fail their driver's test on the first try doesn't mean you will. You can be one of the 50% or so that passes.

The main reason why so many people fail is because they are being careless. They make mistakes either because they are not prepared, or because they are overly confident. In order to pass, you need to have the right level of confidence and be fully prepared.

Here are some driving tips to help you prepare for your big day.

· Work on getting the basics down pat, one by one. Don't start on the hard stuff until you can do the basics easily. After you've learned the basics, you should still practice them sometimes.

· Print out a checklist and make sure you can comfortably do everything listed on it. You shouldn't take your test until you are comfortable enough to do the things you will be tested on.

· One important thing you need to be comfortable with is braking. Not braking properly is a primary reason why so many people fail. Always brake gently and slowly come to a stop. The only time it's acceptable to slam on the brakes is in the case of an emergency and you have no other choice. Also, remember to slow down and stop completely whenever you come to a stop sign.

· Try to familiarize yourself with the routes as much as possible. Even if you don't know the exact roads on which you will be tested, you should still practice driving on every road in the area. Know what signs are up and where. Know where all of the lights are located and which ones you need to follow.

· Make sure you're comfortable with braking. Making mistakes with the brakes is pretty common among first-time test takers. You will have to use your own judgment based on the circumstances and speed. Generally, you will want to start braking in plenty of time before coming to a complete stop.

· Practice different types of parking in different areas. Learn how to parallel park. Learn how to park on a hill or near a curb. Learn how to pull in a parking space in a crowded parking lot. Learn how to pull out smoothly. You can start off by setting crates or cones up and pulling in between them from different angles.

· One of the simplest - and more important - things you can do is practice being observant. A good driver is an observant one. Know what is going on to your left, right, front, and back the entire time you are driving. Being observant will make it easier for you to make the smartest decisions when faced with an emergency.

Keep these tips in mind as you learn how to drive and you will eventually become a good, safe driver. This means that you will be able to pass your test on the first try!

There is much more to driving, and you can take an online driving course to help you every step of the way. There are resources and tools available to help student drivers pass on their first try. If you have taken it and failed, these driving test guides will help you pass on your next try.

I hope this article helped you,

Nadav

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First Time Driving: Heidi

Today's first time driver is Heidi. Don't be confused - she's sitting in the driver's seat, but the seat itself is on the wrong side.

This video a little more than a week old, so Heidi still has a long way until she can take her test. She does pretty well here, so I don't see any special issues.

Good luck!

Nadav

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Top Gear Live Amsterdam 2010: Part 5

Today is the fifth and final part of this Top Gear series. Next week we'll have something new.

Enjoy!

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Not Ready to Drive Alone

A recent survey showed that 29% of Britain's young drivers feel that their driving lessons did not prepare them for driving on their own.

This is a serious issue, but I can't see any cure for that besides driving on your own.

Do you have any interesting suggestions for this issue?

Nadav

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The Factors of Your Insurance Premium Quote

When you ask for an insurance quote, there are several factors you should take into consideration. Here is an article by Alvin Borsinger about them.

What Factors Define Your Auto Insurance Premiums?

In the modern over-saturated auto insurance market choosing the right auto insurance package could be very challenging. Some insurance carriers proudly offer the cheapest insurance packages, others try to overwhelm you with impressive array of services and features they offer. But it's not always the cheapest price nor the richest set of services that you should be concerned of - it's the ever moving right combination of best price AND the best coverage which you have to try to achieve.

Below are the main factors that will define your individual auto insurance premiums.

Driver's Age.
Insurance rates for too young and too senior drivers are usually noticeably higher than for the average-age drivers. These two categories of drivers are considered to incur a higher risk of traffic accidents and therefore are more expensive for insurance providers.
Driver's Gender
This factor would make the feminist movement very happy - male drivers usually pay higher insurance premiums than females! The reason - statistics shows that men are more likely to drive aggressively than females and hence they are more risky for insurers.
The Age and Condition of Your Vehicle.
Brand new cars are more expensive to repair; this can drive the insurance package price up. Also, speedy sport cars are more accident-prone and therefore have higher insurance rates.
Do You Legally Own the Car You Drive
If you drive your car regularly but don't legally own it - for example, the car you drive is from lease or the car was purchased by you but is not paid off yet - you might be requested to buy more than just liability coverage insurance. The more expensive package of Collision Coverage plus Comprehensive Coverage is often required in these cases.
Average Miles You Drive Daily.
Cars used sparingly, say - only 5-10 miles a day - understandably introduce a lesser risk of traffic accidents and therefore are cheaper than the cars which make 150 miles every day.
Deductible You are Willing to Pay.
A deductible is your co-pay in the case of an auto accident. The higher your deductible is - the more losses you are willing to share with the insurance company and the lower your insurance package price will be.
Your Driving Record.
Drivers with no tickets or accidents always pay less.
Years of Your Driving Experience.
The more driving experience you have - the better your chances are to get a low rate. But this is just a general rule. Many auto insurance carriers would ask a driver about the age when his first driver license was issued in the USA or Canada. For those auto insurance carriers only North American driving experience is counted. Note also, that if you moved to the USA from Great Britain, Japan or any other country with left-hand traffic (total of 76 countries, territories and dependencies) you will likely to pay a much higher premiums in USA.
State of Your Residence.
You might be surprised but insurance rates for the same person and the same vehicle vary significantly from state to state. These differences reflect the increased risk and hence the increased operating cost for insurance companies. For example, insurance rates in hurricane- and tornado-prone areas are usually much higher than in regular places.
Vehicle Safety Features.
Anti-theft protected vehicles decrease the risk of a loss. Also, cars with ABS, air bags, rear-view cameras and other safety gadgets are considered to be safer and therefore are cheaper for auto insurance carriers. That is the main factors which would affect ones auto insurance premiums in general.

Conclusion

Buying insurance policy for your vehicle could be a costly and challenging exercise. Age, gender, vehicle condition, average daily miles you drive, State where you live are the few factors that will define your monthly insurance premiums. Knowing that factors will help you to better understand insurance quotes coming from competing insurance carriers and will make you better prepared for making your purchase decision. Shop around and choose the best auto insurance package for you.

Alvin Borsinger - AutoGalaxies.com at BorSystems Inc.

You can get a pretty accurate picture of what real auto insurance premium you can expect in your particular case if you use the right Internet resources.

For example, you could visit AutoGalaxies.com Auto Insurance Center at http://www.autogalaxies.com/AutoInsurance.aspx to get a robust start point in your auto insurance searches. You will find here a good advice as well as useful links to instant online quotes from main auto insurance providers in USA.

If you are interested in broader search and would like to call and check the rates with each auto insurance company individually then you might need the list of "all' auto insurance companies operating in USA published at http://www.autogalaxies.com/AutoInsurance_All_USA.aspx.

Do you homework well and get the best auto insurance package for you and your family!

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Thank you Alvin! That was very informative.

Nadav

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Replace a Torn Auto Vinyl

If your car's vinyl tears, replacing it may be a good idea. Here is a video showing how to do it.

I hope this video helped you,

Nadav

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