Ignoring a Parking Barrier

It's the final day of June, and as usual we celebrate with a funny video. Today it's a video of a woman who doesn't let parking barriers bother her.



If it's real, it's hilarious.

Here's to a great July,
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Preparing for the Driving Test

Preparing for the driving test is not an easy mission, but not a hard one either. Here is an article I wrote with several tips regarding test preparation.

7 Driving Test Tips How to Prepare for the Road Exam

Have you been practicing for your driving test? Are you trying to get your driver's license? If so, then you'll need some tips to help you prepare. The internet is best place to start, since it's filled with guides, how-to videos, step-by-step diagrams, and more. Take the information you learn online and apply it to your driving when you practice. Before you know it, you'll be a good driver!

Here are some tips on preparing for your road exam:

• If you are just starting out, make sure you are practicing with a good instructor. You can't just practice with any adult driver especially if that person isn't very responsible. The person you practice with should be able to provide you with advice. He or should should make you feel comfortable and confident. You should be provided with constructive criticism.

• Try commentary driving. Talk to yourself through the entire process. Announce out loud the things you see and what you are going to do. This might seem kind of silly, but it's actually very helpful.

• Make sure that you know all of the driving maneuvers by heart. When it comes to techniques such as parallel parking, you need to practice, practice, and practice some more. You can use something like boxes to help you practice parking. Be sure to talk yourself through the process.

• When practicing, be sure to focus on observation. Many test candidates fail because they aren't observing carefully. You shouldn't just look you should also see. When driving, you need to constantly be checking your mirrors. Your eyes should be moving. Pay close attention to what is happening around you at all times.

• Know the area very well. Get to know it. Know all of the roads and signs. Drive all around the area near the DMV testing center. If you are comfortable driving around the area(s) used for the testing, then you shouldn't have any problems on the day of the test.

• On the day of the testing, drive with the examiner just as you would with your instructor. Don't drive any differently than you normally would. Your entire aim should be to drive safely and properly not to impress the examiner.

• The vehicle should be inspected prior to the testing. Everything should be in working order. Also, don't forget your paperwork, including insurance information. You don't want to shop up to take the test only to find out that you left an important document at home.

Keep these tips in mind when practicing and you should learn how to drive!

Read an online driving guide to get the secrets you need for passing. You can pass the test on the first try if you take advantage of online driving resources! There is no need to feel anxious or nervous - all of the information you need is available online.

I hope this article helped you,
Nadav

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First Time Driving: Katie

Today's first time driver is Katie who takes a drive between the farms where she lives. Here she is.



This video is a week old, so Katie still has a very long time until she can get her license. She's doing pretty well, so she probably won't have any special trouble.

Good luck!
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Top Gear 21: Part 1

Top Gear celebrated 21 years a few years ago with a special program. Enjoy!



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Nerves and Relief

Today I'm not going to interpret a story, but rather just link you to a real story of passing a driving test.

Enjoy!

Interesting, isn't it?

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New Driver? Find Insurance

One of the highest prices for auto insurance is paid by new drivers. Here is an article by Bryan A Smith that will help you lower this price.

Questions to Help New Drivers Find Discounts on Auto Insurance

So the big day has finally come. You've passed your driver's examination and now you're getting your first car. Ex-ci-ting! Reality check-- Do you have auto insurance? Since it is mandatory in every Canadian province and territory to insure your vehicle, it is best to have your insurance sorted out before making this all-important purchase. You have heard the advice to "shop around" for the right deal on the car, why not insurance as well?

As a first-time auto insurance customer, you will likely start out paying higher premiums simply because you are just beginning to build your driving history. And while you may not have a clear picture of your driving needs and habits just yet, (is driving part of your occupational duties, as opposed to just commuting from home to workplace and/or school and back), it is worth the time to do a little "due diligence" in your research to see if anticipated travel and behavioral patterns can lead to some cost-cutting measures and ease the stress on your finances. There just may be some discounts available to you right from the start.

Here are some suggestions of the kind of questions you might consider asking yourself in regards to how you intend to use your first car.

Low-Mileage (infrequent use)

· Where do I shop for groceries? Do I always need to take the car?· What other places or activities (e.g., gym, library, church) can I get to with alternate transportation?

· Do I intend to travel on highways a lot? (e.g., going to the lake/cottage, going to other cities)

· Am I going to socialize with a lot of my friends after work and on the weekends? Do these activities involve alcohol? Drugs? Am I at risk for impairment?

· How do I feel about being a designated driver?

Anti-Theft

· When out visiting friends, what sort of things would I leave in the car?

· What sort of security measures might I want/need? (e.g., steering wheel club, remote starter, loud alarm)

· Do I really need all the fancy gadgets like DVD players in my car? Will they be a distraction?

· What measures will I take to reduce usage (if any) of mobile devices in my car?

Defensive Driving/Improvement

· When I was learning how to drive, what were some of my bad habits? What am I doing to continually improve myself as a driver?

· Am I prepared for emergencies? (roadside emergency kit in the trunk, i.e., spare tire, jack, flares, blanket, etc...)

· How old is the car? (if buying a used car, how many repairs may it require/how often?)

In addition to working on improving your driving history and making sure you are a safe and courteous driver, auto insurance discounts may also be offered if you purchase other types of insurance from the same company (e.g., life, home, medical) or become a member of an automobile club.

A super-duper idea in shopping around for deals from auto insurance companies is not to be solely influenced by the cost of the premiums. Consider other factors before making your final decision. What is the company's customer service like? Helpful? Friendly? Convenient? Timely? Available on-line? Know what is important to you and make sure your key expectations are met.

Examining some of the key areas of your driving habits, finding appropriate discounts that might reduce the initially high costs of auto insurance will help you in the long-term to make the experience of owning your first car more pleasant. Happy (and safe) motoring!

I hope this article helped you,
Nadav

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Camber and Crowing

Camber and crowing are two different methods applied at tires. Here is a video that shows the difference.



I hope this video taught you something,
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