Beginner Driver's Guide

Know What to Expect

Driving is not only an activity that gets you from point A to point B, but is enjoyable at the same time. But before you get out on the road, you will need a license to operate a motor vehicle. To help you along the way towards earning your driver’s license, CDL, or motorcycle license, we created a number of beginner driving tips. If you are preparing for the written exam, make sure to take our free practice tests as well!

2-Minute Guide to Refilling Your Windshield Wiper Fluid for New Drivers

Nothing is more annoying than pressing the lever to clean your windshield only to hear an empty wine and the sound of your wipers scrape across your windshield. Fortunately, refilling your vehicle’s windshield wiper ...

Car Maintenance

How To Check Your Oil In 8 Easy Steps

ContentsFind a Lint Free Rag Read Your Owner’s Manual Warm Up Your Car Turn Your Car Off Pop the Hood Locate the Dipstick Clean the Dipstick and Reinsert Remove the Dipstick and InspectChecking your vehicle’s ...

5 Basic Concepts Of Defensive Driving That Keep You Safe On The Road

The phrase “defensive driving” is commonly used to describe individuals who strive for safety while on the road. Defensive Driving is a concept that has been around for many years and has helped many drivers become ...

Behind the Wheel

9 Important Tips to Survive Driving in Large U.S. Cities

Driving in large metropolitan areas presents a unique set of challenges. For drivers who are not used to the busy streets and slower pace of city driving, the experience can be quite frustrating. Here are several ti ...

How to Fight a Speeding Ticket - What to Do in 10 Steps

ContentsRemain calm and respectful Sign the paper copy of the ticket Check your contact information on your ticket copy Make sure you know how to handle the citation Read the instructions on how to pay your speed ...

How to Use an Automated Car Wash: 7 Simple Steps for First Time Customers

If your idea of a pleasant Saturday does not involve a water hose, a bucket of bubbles, and a sponge, you might prefer to use an automated car wash to clean your vehicle. Car washes are widely available and very sim ...

7 Proven Tips That Will Help You Drive in Bright Sunlight

One of the most problematic driving situations drivers face is the bright light of a setting or rising sun. Bright sunlight is directly related to the number of automobile accidents that happen in the early morning ...

Behind the Wheel

10 Crucial Things To Know Before You Start Driving In The Rain

ContentsWait Until the Weather Improves if Possible Double Check Your Car’s Equipment Slow Down Turn On Your Headlights Use Your Windshield Wipers Maintain a Safe Distance Between Cars Avoid Heavy Braking Watch O ...

Behind the Wheel

How to Use Cruise Control: 7 Specific Things You Need to Know Well

Cruise control is a feature that now comes standard on many models of cars. Many drivers prefer to drive a vehicle that has cruise control installed because of its convenience. If you are a commuter, cruise control ...