When you are driving a stick shift car, proper timing on when to change gears is important. Other than saving on fuel, the load that your engine would have needs to be considered as well. There are cars that end up needing an overhauls because of bad gear shifting and surely this will be something we can all avoid. Don’t be in a hurry to shift gears (since most people believe … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2008
Avoid the Traffic Tickets through Wise Driving
For most drivers today, getting a ticket for allegedly erratic or reckless driving can be a pain. Outside that of having a mark on your driver’s license, it can also be a pain as far as trying to retain a clean slate in instances where you have to pay for tickets and fines for irresponsible driving. So how does one avoid the tickets? Well for one, go back to the driving … [Read more...]
Why Should Buses Complain about a 40 KPH Speedlimit?
If you haven’t heard yet, transportation authorities based in the Philippines have implemented a speed limit in key roads of the metropolis to put a stop on the spate of accidents that have been occurring lately. This is perhaps to cover up the boo-boo made by one Metro Manila Development Authority Chief who months back said that “There is no Speed Limit”, paving the way for … [Read more...]
Be Wary of Drinking this Christmas
The season of cheers is 52 days away and this early, people are thinking of gives to give and parties to go to. It has become a tradition that Christmas parties and social gatherings are apparent and aside from feasting on the various food and menu preparations, you cannot discount the fact that excessive drinking is included in the mix. So what does this have to do with … [Read more...]