Hot Driving & Safety Posts

How To: Start up a gas jet turbine go kart

A reasonably in depth Talk & Walk around and eventual start up and run of my DIY Jet Turbine Go Kart. Please excuse my mistake when I stupidly say that Jet engines don't 'Squeeze' the air - of course they 'squeeze' the air !! The compressor wheel within the turbocharger see's to that! - What was I thinking of ?? Oh, AND the fact I refer to the OIL pump as a FUEL pump as well - what a chump. Also, the tacho didn't seem to want to work correctly, It wouldn't read over 5000RPM for some reason - ...

How To: Stay awake while driving

You don’t change lanes in bed, so you shouldn’t sleep while you’re driving. Here’s how to stay alert.

How To: Buy a used car from a dealer

Used car salesmen don't rank very high in public opinion. Most car buyers dread the negotiating process. Follow these simple step to help guide you through the traps and pitfalls of buying a used car from a dealership. Buy a used car from a dealer.

How To: Save gas

Learn how to save gas, the secret the oil companies and car manufacturers don't want you to know about! This how-to video explains common causes for your car to be sapping gas faster than it should, how to make some simple adjustments, and maximize your gas. Don't be a slave to high gas prices or go into debt buying a hybrid car you can't afford. Learn how to double your gas mileage the KipKay way by watching this instructional video.

How To: Drive on two wheels

This stunt driving maneuver is possible by using a ramp and a crane. See how the true professional pulls this off. Drive on two wheels.

How To: Ride a motorbike for the very first time

Learn how to ride a motorbike for the very first time in this two part series. Learn how to get the bike started and moving, without stalling it. Video Part II teaches how to acutally ride it.

How To: Make a motorcycle glove windshield wiper

Learn how to make a motorcycle glove windshield wiper!

How To: Move a motorcycle backwards uphill while on the bike

How to move a motorcycle backwards up an incline without dismounting.

How To: Get a motorcycle on the center stand

With a minimum amount of effort you can learn to put your motorcycle on the center stand.

How To: Survive a sinking car

When you are in a car sinking below water quickly, you only have a few minutes to free yourself and get above water. Watch these survival techniques - they may save your life!

How To: Start a stick shift car

Learn how to start a stick shift car, in this short video.

How To: Drive a stick shift car easily

A funny video about the basics of driving a stick shift car.

How To: Drive AWD cars on ice and snow

This is a video by Road & Track magazine that shows Acura AWD cars and SUVs driving on an ice track. It highlights strategies Drive AWD cars on ice and snow.

How To: Save money at the gas pump

Prices at the gas pump got you down? Our Daily Idea Scientists have put together some practical suggestions for you and your pocketbook. Follow these tips to increase your gas mileage and save some dough!

How To: Choose motorcycle gloves

Looking for some “handy” advice on motorcycle safety? Motorcycle Maven Jackie Nunes puts her finger on why gloves can help keep you safe on your next ride.

How To: Avoid a false positive breathalyzer test

Driving under the influence of alcohol is extremely dangerous. Police officers use breathalyzer tests to check if you are too intoxicated to be driving. However, many of the machines they use are faulty at times. This video will give you some tips on how to avoid getting that DUI. Avoid a false positive breathalyzer test.

How To: Install a rear facing newborn child car seat

The road can be a dangerous place at times, especially for infants and young ones. Car seats are crucial when driving newborns, but can be hard to set up. This video will show you how to make your car a safe place for your baby. Install a rear facing newborn child car seat.

How To: Get out of a speeding ticket

This may very well be the most important video series you will ever watch. You may not think it now but the next time you are pulled over as the officer is asking for your license and registration you will will be thinking of these tips and happy you took the 10 minutes to learn them.

How To: Change an Arai visor in seconds

John Wakefiled, from UK Arai distributor Pheonix, shows us how easy it is to change an Arai visor properly.

How To: Wheelie

Don't go jumping on your motorcycle right away if you want to learn how to wheelie, instead grab your bicycle and practice first! In this tutorial from MCN you will learn step by step how to do a wheelie.

How To: Pop a wheelie on a sportbike

Superbike Magazine starts with the roll on power wheelie. They talk about weight balance, throttle control, slipping the clutch and coming down on a lunge when pulling wheelie stunts on a motorcycle.

How To: Choose a motorcycle jacket

Safety on a motorcycle means more than wearing a helmet. Chopper Chick Jackie Nunes covers safety and styles of jackets on the market today.

How To: Enhance your car's fuel economy

Save gas and keep your fuel economy high on your car. MPG is very important when buying a car, but assuring that you keep your MPG as high as possible through proper auto maintenance and conservative driving.

How To: Avoid buying a stolen car

Thousands of cars are stolen each year. This video will give you all the information you need to avoid buying a stolen car. Don't spend your hard earned money on a car you won't be able to keep! Avoid buying a stolen car.

How To: Change gears whilst driving - UK

You should have a mental picture of the gear layout so you can change gear without looking at the diagram on top of the gear lever. Your eyes should be on the road. With practice, changing gear becomes second nature and hopefully this video will help make it easier. These tips apply to left AND right side drivers. Change gears whilst driving - UK.

How To: Steer a car using the push and pull method

Watch and see how to steer using the push and pull method. The steering wheel should normally be controlled with both hands. Turning the wheel as far as it will go is called 'full lock'. This type of driving is crucial if you plan to drive on a track or be a good precision driver. Steer a car using the push and pull method.

How To: Back in to a parking spot on the left

This video shows you how to properly park your car in a parking spot when the space in on the left and the spots are perpendicular to each other.

How To: Do a three point turn - UK

The purpose of the turn in the road maneuver is to turn the car to face the opposite direction by diagonally pulling forwards and reversing backwards across the road. watch and see how to safely do a three point turn. Do a three point turn - UK.

How To: Do a five point turn

You may have to do a turn in the road where the road is narrow or your vehicle is difficult to steer. This video shows you how to safely do a five point turn Do a five point turn.

How To: Deal with right turns at traffic lights - UK

These are a series of clips to show you how to deal with the different situations when turning right at traffic lights. In the U.S. or countries that drive on the right, these principles will apply to left hand turns. Deal with right turns at traffic lights - UK.

How To: Merge onto a freeway or highway

This video is a series of short clips that show how to merge onto a freeway. These clips show how to assess the speed of the traffic already on the freeway (or highway) and join the flow of traffic safely. Made in the UK, if you're in a country that drives on the right, just think right instead of left and the principles will still apply. Merge onto a freeway or highway.

How To: Pass on a multi-lane freeway/highway

This video was filmed in the UK, so if you live anywhere where you drive on the right, you'll need to think in reverse: left is right, right is left. A great video for new drivers, you'll learn how to pass cars safely on a freeway or highway with multiple lanes going in the same direction. Pass on a multi-lane freeway/highway.

How To: Drive on a multi-lane road

Here you will learn how to safely drive on a multi-lane road and keep proper observation of everything around you. The video was filmed in the UK, but applies to drivers anywhere. Drive on a multi-lane road.

How To: Turn right & then straight at a Double Roundabout - UK

This clip shows a large double roundabout with traffic lights and how to negotiate the lights as you turn right and then straight.

How To: Park a car uphill

This video click shows the correct way to secure your vehicle when parking uphill. If your handbrake fails the gear should still hold the vehicle but if all fails, because you have turned your wheel the vehicle will not roll because it will rest on the kerb. Park a car uphill.

How To: Park a car downhill

This video click shows the correct way to secure your vehicle when parking downhill. If your handbrake fails the gear should still hold the vehicle but if all fails, because you have turned your wheel the vehicle should hold on the curb. Park a car downhill.

How To: Drive a stick shift car without fear

Fear the manual shifter no more after watching this instructional video on how to drive a stick shift car. John Friedrich teaches you step by step.

How To: Transport a motorcycle

Motorcycle expert Chris Kelly is here to show you how to transport a motorcycle. As long as your bike fits, the vehicle won't matter but pay attention to how to tie down and secure the bike.

How To: Deal with an aggressive driver

In this series of driving safety videos, our professional law officer shares his experience in dealing with road rage and similar unsafe driving situations. Corporal Shaun Appler gives you tips on how to recognize an overly aggressive driver and how to avoid confrontations with them if at all possible. If you do happen to get involved in such a situation, remain calm: never agitate the aggressive driver who is already upset. Countering someone else’s road rage with road rage of your own can l...

How To: Drive a stick shift

In this online video series learn how to drive a manual transmission from retired New York Firefighter and hot rod enthusiast, Rob Albino. Learn important aspects of using a stick shift including: sequence of gears, getting moving, how to get going on an incline, how to handle a clutch when going downhill, bypassing gears, how to start a manual transmission car with a dead battery, what RPM to shift on, heel-toeing technique, what not to do when driving with a manual transmission, and what to...