Basic rules and regulations you may encounter behind the wheel.
Maybe you live in sunny Florida, where the weather is gloriously warm and sunny throughout the year. Perhaps you’re always running late, and frequently jump into the car without your shoes on. Maybe you’re forgetful, or maybe, just maybe, you just don’t like footwear. Whatever your reason may be, you have a penchant for going … Read more
If you’re traveling to another state, what happens if you get a ticket in a state you don’t live in? If you are moving to another state, will your driving record follow you? States have an agreement among themselves to share information about traffic violations by drivers across state lines. There are a couple of agreements and … Read more
Letting a friend or family member borrow your car often seems like no big deal. If you’re throwing the keys to a responsible driver, you’ll rarely encounter any issues. However, if that person were to get in an accident while driving your vehicle, there are a few things you should keep in mind. If you … Read more
Driving a two ton vehicle while impaired is very dangerous, and has life-changing consequences for both the driver and innocent bystanders. When was the practice first officially outlawed? History The first laws against drunk driving in the United States were passed in 1910 in New York. Many other states soon followed New York in setting up laws … Read more
Ever wonder if that old ticket is still on your record? Read on to find out how you can get your hands on your driving history. Point System for Driving A lot of countries, including the US, follow a point-based driving system. Traffic violations are assigned points based on their severity. Once your accumulated points … Read more
If you get into an accident or get a speeding ticket, the incident does not simply disappear by filing an insurance claim or paying a fee. The incident is recorded on your driving record, which stays with the DMV of your state. What Is a Driving Record? Also called an MVR or motor vehicle report, … Read more
Hand signals are an alternative to using your turn signals when your turn signals are not operable. This may happen for instance when a turn signal bulb has burnt out or a fuse has blown. How Should You Hand Signal? A hand and arm or directional signal of intention to turn or move a vehicle … Read more