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Driving a Car
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Knowing the rules of the road and how to operate a
car properly are all important factors in staying safe while driving, both for
your safety and others.
Getting a License
Getting your license is the first step in becoming a driver. Most states have
certain regulations on how to go about getting one. Most require some sort of
written test as well as an actual driving test. You can usually pick up study
booklets with the information you will need to know to pass the test.
Here are some questions commonly used when preparing to get your license.
Where
do I get my study material?"
Where
is a good place to practice my driving?"
Should
I learn on an automatic or a stick shift?"
Does
someone need to be with me when I am practicing?"
Is
the driving test difficult?"
Will
my driver's license be good in other states?"
What
happens if I fail my test?"
If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.
You
will need to call your local DMV to set up an appointment to take your test."
DMV stands for Department of Motor Vehicles.
Call
a DMV to set up a date."
You
can get your study material at the DMV."
You
may want to call the DMV and see if they offer the study material online."
Practice
in a safe place with no one around."
Maybe
an empty parking lot would be a good place."
I
would recommend learning on a stick shift. That way driving an automatic will be
easy."
I
prefer learning on an automatic, it's just easier."
Yes,
you need to have a licensed driver with you while practicing."
You
first need to get a learners permit before practicing to drive."
If
you study for the driving test you should be ok."
I
did ok on the written test but had a bit of trouble on the driving part."
You
can drive from state to state with a legal driver's license from where you
live."
Yes
it is good if driving to other states but if you move to another state, the
laws may be different and you will need to get a license for that state."
If
you fail the test you can take it again at another time."
Stay
positive! You're going to do just fine."
Driving
Once you have obtained a legal drivers license in
your state, you are now able to drive. You should be knowledgeable on the laws
and regulations regarding where you live.
Do
I need to have car insurance?"
Can
I talk on my phone when diving?"
What
if I get caught speeding."
What
are the carpool lanes for?"
What
if I have car trouble?"
What
if I get into a wreck?"
If
I have my license in one state can I drive in another state?"
If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.
Some
states require car insurance. Make sure you find out before driving."
If
you do not have car insurance and hit someone you are responsible to pay for
the damages."
In
some states talking on the phone while driving is illegal, check you laws
first."
Always
use a blue tooth device so you can concentrate on the road."
If
you get caught speeding just calmly do what the police officer asks you."
You
will most likely get a ticket and have to pay a fine."
Carpool
lanes are for cars with two people or more inside."
Carpool
lanes are for motorcycles and cars with a lot of people."
If
you have car trouble you can use a cell phone to call for help."
Some people use a service called AAA. It stands for American Automotive
Association. You can become a member by joining and paying a yearly fee.
You
can wave down someone to help you or just wait for help."
You
should wait for the police to come and help handle things"
You
should get each others insurance and personal information."
Yes,
you can drive from state to state with your license."
If
you move permanently to another state you will need to get a driver's license
for THAT state."
Other options besides driving
There are other options for transportation besides driving your car. You could
ride the bus to work. You could ride a bike or use the public subway system if
they have one. You may also choose to carpool. Carpooling is when you share a
ride with friend(s) to cut down on the amount of traffic on the roads. |