Most new drivers learn how to drive an automatic transmission vehicle. But if you are learning to drive a vehicle with a manual transmission, this is known as driving a stick shift. Drivers of stick shift vehicles are required to learn additional driving skills because the gears of the transmission need to be shifted manually. … Read more
Hybrid cars seem like they are going to be the norm of the future. There are already a lot of people driving hybrid cars on the road and there are bound to be even more as time goes on. Like anything, they’re not perfect, but fans of hybrids believe that their pros outweigh their cons. … Read more
Cruise control gives drivers the ability to take their foot off the gas pedal while keeping their car moving at one set speed. While an obvious convenience, some say that cruise control even saves fuel. This technology has been advanced over the many decades it has existed. Now you can find cruise control systems that … Read more
Electronic stability control technology is designed to enhance the stability of a vehicle and to help it maintain traction on the road. Since it is electronic, you probably guessed that it uses a computerized technology to detect when the car is losing traction and starting to skid. This is due to a series of sensors … Read more
If you have a manual transmission in your vehicle then you know the challenge of shifting gears. It is not as easy as an automatic transmission where all you must do is shift gears one time before you even start moving. Manual cars require you to consistently shift gears as you’re driving and performing various … Read more
Most people who have learned to drive within the last 20 years were taught how to drive a car with an automatic transmission. These are supposedly easier to drive than manual cars, which requires you to operate a stick shift and clutch pedal to change gears. But for those who may have learned how to … Read more