This person needs to hand over their license and give up driving permanently:
The tiny island of Samoa had to switch sides of the road on Monday as their government decided to switch to driving on the right side of the road to driving on the left. Although the government says that there have been no accidents as a result of the switch, there have been complaints from pedestrians who wait at bus stops that are now in the middle of the road.
Samoa is the first nation since the 1970s to switch sides. They say that the switch was needed since many of their cars were being imported from the USA. I guess the real questions is then- how does a country determine which side of the road to drive on?
Continue reading for the answer.
When it comes to car failures, we always think of the deadly pinto, in this video, WatchMojo looks at some of the other flops as well. Buckle up!
Whether you’re dealing with the road rage of other drivers of the flooding of mother nature the best emergency plan is preparation.
Continue reading for a driver’s survival guide for every situation you could encounter on the road.
This has actually happened to me… its quite terrifying when your car continues to accelerate for no apparent reason! After someone recently died due to a floor mat jamming the gas pedal it’s probably a good thing that Toyota is recalling these things… read more at BusinessInsider.com:
Toyota is recalling 3.8 million cars, due to faulty floor mats. The Department of Transportation calls it an “urgent” matter:
Car Connection: Two weeks ago, the company ordered dealers to inspect all cars for mismatched floor mats after a fatal crash in late August, in which an occupant of a runaway 2009 Lexus ES called 911 to report a stuck accelerator pedal and non-functioning brakes.
Four occupants died when that car subsequently crashed, rolled over, and burned. The cause of that crash was suspected to be an accessory floor mats fitted at the dealership that were too large for the vehicle.
Here’s the models being recalled:
* 2007-2010 Toyota Camry (sedan)
* 2005-2010 Toyota Avalon (sedan)
* 2004-2009 Toyota Prius (hatchback)
* 2005-2010 Toyota Tacoma (pickup truck)
* 2007-2010 Toyota Tundra (pickup truck)
* 2007-2010 Lexus ES350 (sedan)
* 2006-2010 Lexus IS250 and IS350 (sedan)
If you’ve ever slid into the driver’s seat after someone else you know that it always takes a while to get back into the comfortable position that you’re use to. Knowing what you’re looking for when setting-up your driving position can make it a lot easier to get to.
Here are some guidelines to follow according to Sympatico.MSN
1. The seats
Slide the seat so that you are at least 25 cm from the steering wheel. This will protect you if the airbag is deployed. Ensure you can reach the brake pedal without stretching.
You should also be seated high enough to see over the steering wheel and past the hood. Sit so your arms are slightly bent when you hold the steering wheel.
Make sure the passenger’s seat is pushed back as far as possible because passenger-side airbags are usually larger.
2. The headrest
There are a couple of adjustments to make to your headrest:
Height: The top should be even with the top of your head, and no lower than the top of your ear.
Position: The headrest should be close to the back of your head - no more than five to 10 cm away. That’s one reason it’s not a good idea to drive with your seat tilted back.
A proper headrest position helps reduce the risk of whiplash if you’re hit from behind.
3. The seatbelt
As well as keeping you secure in your seat in the event of a collision, the seatbelt also helps distribute the force of impact over shoulders, hips and the ribcage - the parts of the body that can better sustain impact.
Adjust the seatbelt to fit over your shoulder (never tuck it under your arm), and snugly across your chest. If you can adjust its height, set it so the strap doesn’t dig into your neck or sit too low on your chest.
The lap belt should sit across your hips, rather than across your abdomen, and it shouldn’t be too snug or too loose.
4. The rear-view mirror
Adjust the mirror so you can see it without shifting from your driving position. You should be able to see out the car’s entire rear window.
5. The side mirror
Take a minute to clean it if it’s dirty or covered with snow or ice. The side mirrors should be adjusted so you can see vehicles beside you and in the next lane.
Position the mirrors so you can just barely see your own car - it’s those around you that matter. This should allow adequate vision through the mirrors in combination with your own peripheral vision.
When you see an elderly woman or man crouched behind the wheel you can’t help but question their ability to drive. This doubt does have some
grounds since the aging process can affect one’s ability to drive.
Here are some things to keep in mind before letting your parent grab the keys.
According to MSN.Auto.com
- Watch for warning signs
- Ask non-confrontational questions
- Check physical health
- Suggest a refresher course
An informative how-to guide from our sister site WatchMojo.com:
How to check your tire pressure -
WatchMojo.com gives you the lowdown:
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