Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer.
This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
See also:
Why Safety Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle
stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield,
the instrument panel, or th ...
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission. Too much can
mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust
system parts, starting a fire. Too ...
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires
are maintained properly. See Tires . If air goes out of a tire, it is much more
likely to leak out slowly. But if there is ...






