Sometimes cars just want to be free. Here is a video of a car trying to escape its owner using some very basic physics.
Have a great August!
Nadav
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Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Iowa Goes Online
The Iowa Department of Transportation has released an online version of a practice driving test. This should make life much simpler for those who plan to get tested there.
That, and my driving test guide.
Nadav
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Monday, July 29, 2013
Minnesota Auto Insurance Basics
Like all states, Minnesota has its own insurance laws you must follow. Here is an article by Ronald Wells about this issue.
Minnesota Auto Insurance: Some Crucial Things That You Need to Know
Auto insurance is meant to help reduce the financial burden that accrues when you are in involved in a road mishap. If someone is injured or a car gets damaged, it could set you back for some serious cash without appropriate insurance cover. All states in America have different mandatory laws which require responsibility during road accidents. However, it is not all of them that require insurance. If you are living in the state of Minnesota, here are some things that you should be aware of.
No Fault
Minnesota's No Fault Automobile Insurance Act was passed in the early 70's. However, it was updated in 2009. The vehicular laws of Minnesota require that drivers meet certain criteria. If they do not meet these requirements, they are not permitted to be on the road. Drivers who also do not meet the requirements of automobile insurance stand the chance of being charged for multiple offenses. This could lead to fines from 100's to 1000's of dollars. Repeat offenders could face up to 90 days in jail or even have their licenses suspended.
Liability
The state of Minnesota also requires liability insurance which covers the cost of fixing a damaged car once it is confirmed who was at fault. It also spreads across hospital costs and all those injured during the course of the accident. There is a minimum and maximum amount you should spend on a person.
PIP
Furthermore the state of Minnesota requires that drivers have Personal Injury Protection (PIP). This insurance cover spans across medical costs, replacement expenses and wages lost. It is meant to be paid, regardless of who is the guilty party. The minimum cost amounts to over $40,000 per person.
Underinsured Insurance
If you are involved in an accident and the other person driving is at fault but does not have adequate insurance to cover your expenses, your underinsured insurance can be used. This coverage has a maximum limit of $50,000 and a minimum limit of $25,000.
Uninsured Insurance
If you are involved in an accident with a driver who is not insured and your PIP accruements have been used. What do you do? What you do is use your uninsured motorist coverage to pay up the rest of your expenses. This coverage is only payable, if the alternate driver has no insurance cover and is at fault. The minimum limit of this coverage is $25,000 for an injured party.
For more information and to compare various car insurance companies by zip code, visit http://www.FreeInsuranceEstimates.com
Source: EzineArticles.com.
Thank you Ronald! That was an eye opener.
Nadav
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Minnesota Auto Insurance: Some Crucial Things That You Need to Know
Auto insurance is meant to help reduce the financial burden that accrues when you are in involved in a road mishap. If someone is injured or a car gets damaged, it could set you back for some serious cash without appropriate insurance cover. All states in America have different mandatory laws which require responsibility during road accidents. However, it is not all of them that require insurance. If you are living in the state of Minnesota, here are some things that you should be aware of.
No Fault
Minnesota's No Fault Automobile Insurance Act was passed in the early 70's. However, it was updated in 2009. The vehicular laws of Minnesota require that drivers meet certain criteria. If they do not meet these requirements, they are not permitted to be on the road. Drivers who also do not meet the requirements of automobile insurance stand the chance of being charged for multiple offenses. This could lead to fines from 100's to 1000's of dollars. Repeat offenders could face up to 90 days in jail or even have their licenses suspended.
Liability
The state of Minnesota also requires liability insurance which covers the cost of fixing a damaged car once it is confirmed who was at fault. It also spreads across hospital costs and all those injured during the course of the accident. There is a minimum and maximum amount you should spend on a person.
PIP
Furthermore the state of Minnesota requires that drivers have Personal Injury Protection (PIP). This insurance cover spans across medical costs, replacement expenses and wages lost. It is meant to be paid, regardless of who is the guilty party. The minimum cost amounts to over $40,000 per person.
Underinsured Insurance
If you are involved in an accident and the other person driving is at fault but does not have adequate insurance to cover your expenses, your underinsured insurance can be used. This coverage has a maximum limit of $50,000 and a minimum limit of $25,000.
Uninsured Insurance
If you are involved in an accident with a driver who is not insured and your PIP accruements have been used. What do you do? What you do is use your uninsured motorist coverage to pay up the rest of your expenses. This coverage is only payable, if the alternate driver has no insurance cover and is at fault. The minimum limit of this coverage is $25,000 for an injured party.
For more information and to compare various car insurance companies by zip code, visit http://www.FreeInsuranceEstimates.com
Source: EzineArticles.com.
Thank you Ronald! That was an eye opener.
Nadav
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Sunday, July 28, 2013
1995 Honda Accord Starter
If you are one who doesn't replace cars too often, you may have a Honda Accord 1995 model. Here is a video showing how to find its starter.
Nadav
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Saturday, July 27, 2013
Gas Station Story
Finding a gas station is not as easy as it used to be. Last Tuesday I had to go somewhere, and I was running very low on gas. To deal with that, I tried to find the nearest gas station in my way. I missed the first one, so I took the following exit to enter the second one on my route.
This was a complete disaster. The station had only one lane of self-service, and it was filled with two women who apparently had no clue how to operate the pump. After ten frustrating minutes, I just drove away with anger.
Eventually, I found a gas station with an empty lane and filled my tank. That was a really nerve wrecking day.
Nadav
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Friday, July 26, 2013
Practice and Preparation Make Perfect
It's Friday once again, which means it's time for some more tips for practice and preparation for the test.
They say that practice makes perfect, so when it comes to getting your driver's license, you need to get all of the practice you can get. While nobody's perfect, you can still practice enough that you pass on your very first try. If you've already taken it and failed, don't worry - you can always take it again.
What you must do is get plenty of practice in each and every day so that you can get the most important things down pat. From changing lanes to parallel parking, you need to learn how to do it all.
It's best to take things one step at a time. You shouldn't try cruising down the interstate on your very first day. Start off familiarizing yourself with the controls of the vehicle. You can look over a layout of a vehicle in a good driver's handbook. Know what each and every control does and when to use it. You should also practice placing your hands on the wheel to get the feel of it.
Once you are sufficiently acquainted with the vehicle, you can begin driving it. Start out on an old road that nobody uses anymore. If there are none near you, you can try driving around an empty parking lot. Go at a low speed at first, and gradually increase. Make sure your instructor or adult passenger is giving you clear instructions.
After the first few days, if you're getting the hang of driving, you can try to drive on an actual road. It's okay to feel a little nervous - just try your best to stay calm. It's okay to go a bit slowly at first if you need to, but try to stick to the posted speed limit as closely as you can.
Don't forget to do the "small" things, like checking your mirrors regularly. Also, remember to brake slowly. Although you should hold the wheel firmly, you shouldn't grip it too tightly. Make sure that you and your passenger(s) have their seatbelts on at all times. You should not be driving if someone doesn't have their seatbelt on. It should be one of the very first things you look for before you start driving.
There is no way of telling for sure which route you will be taking during your exam. Some testing zones have dozens of different routes. An important thing you can do is become familiar with as many streets and turn-offs as possible in your area. You might also want to look online to see if you can find any posts written by other student drivers in your area. Sometimes people will share details with fellow student drivers online.
Just remember this one thing: if you fail, you will get a chance to take the test again. The most important thing for you to do is try your hardest. Learn how to drive safely and in time, you will earn your driver's license.
The secret to passing your road exam is to study an online driving test guide. You will find all of the resources, tools, and secrets you need to know in order to become a good driver. Everything is presented in an organized manner. As long as you study the information and take advantage of the resources, you will become a great driver!
What you must do is get plenty of practice in each and every day so that you can get the most important things down pat. From changing lanes to parallel parking, you need to learn how to do it all.
It's best to take things one step at a time. You shouldn't try cruising down the interstate on your very first day. Start off familiarizing yourself with the controls of the vehicle. You can look over a layout of a vehicle in a good driver's handbook. Know what each and every control does and when to use it. You should also practice placing your hands on the wheel to get the feel of it.
Once you are sufficiently acquainted with the vehicle, you can begin driving it. Start out on an old road that nobody uses anymore. If there are none near you, you can try driving around an empty parking lot. Go at a low speed at first, and gradually increase. Make sure your instructor or adult passenger is giving you clear instructions.
After the first few days, if you're getting the hang of driving, you can try to drive on an actual road. It's okay to feel a little nervous - just try your best to stay calm. It's okay to go a bit slowly at first if you need to, but try to stick to the posted speed limit as closely as you can.
Don't forget to do the "small" things, like checking your mirrors regularly. Also, remember to brake slowly. Although you should hold the wheel firmly, you shouldn't grip it too tightly. Make sure that you and your passenger(s) have their seatbelts on at all times. You should not be driving if someone doesn't have their seatbelt on. It should be one of the very first things you look for before you start driving.
There is no way of telling for sure which route you will be taking during your exam. Some testing zones have dozens of different routes. An important thing you can do is become familiar with as many streets and turn-offs as possible in your area. You might also want to look online to see if you can find any posts written by other student drivers in your area. Sometimes people will share details with fellow student drivers online.
Just remember this one thing: if you fail, you will get a chance to take the test again. The most important thing for you to do is try your hardest. Learn how to drive safely and in time, you will earn your driver's license.
The secret to passing your road exam is to study an online driving test guide. You will find all of the resources, tools, and secrets you need to know in order to become a good driver. Everything is presented in an organized manner. As long as you study the information and take advantage of the resources, you will become a great driver!
I hope this article helped you,
Nadav
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Thursday, July 25, 2013
First Time Driving: Olivia
Today's first time driver is Olivia, who gets very excited from the fact she's driving a car. Watch her take one of the shortest first time drives here.
This video is five days old, so Olivia still has a long way to go until she can get her license. Hopefully her next practices will be a little bit longer.
Good luck!
Nadav
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