Over a half-million cyclists end up in emergency rooms each year. Lower that number by following some rules on how to stay safe while biking on the road. Learn how to ride a bike safely on the road. You will need a bike with working brakes, a helmet, a pair of bike gloves, sunglasses, and knowledge of traffic laws.
This video is a tutorial on how to ride a bike in traffic. The first rule is to obey the law. You would need to follow the laws of traffic as though you were driving a car. If there is a bike lane, use it. It is not a good idea to use the sidewalk as that is reserved for walkers and runners. Ride predictably by signaling your turns. The video tells the viewer which side of the road to ride on, and also provides tips. He also discusses how to ride with another cyclist. This is a very informati...
Knowing what traffic lies ahead is detriment to getting home on time. If you get stuck in a traffic jam or road construction, then the only thing you gain is frustration. But with Ford's new SYNC system, you can get up-to-date real-time traffic reports for your local area or specific drive home. Real-time traffic reports help keep you posted on construction, accidents, and other accidents in your commute. You just need to set up some simple preferences on your online owner's account.
Accidents are the worst. They're costly, time consuming and an all around pain in the butt. Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of accidents on the road. Take these simple precautions to avoid a rear-end collision.
This is a video tutorial in the Computers & Programming category where you are going to learn how to avoid traffic jams using the Google Maps button on the Toolbar. Click on the Google Maps button on the toolbar. This will bring up the maps window. Here you type in the area in the search box, for example, "mountain view, ca" and click 'search'. On the next window click on the 'traffic' button and the map will then show you the roads that are clear of traffic jams in green color. There you go!
Customize your directions on Google Maps. Drag and drop the default directions to your preferred roads or highways, get walking or public transit directions, route around traffic, or add multiple stops on your way.
Customize your directions on Google Maps. Drag and drop the default directions to your preferred roads or highways, get walking or public transit directions, route around traffic, or add multiple stops on your way. Print directions with Street View, photos included.
We all know we shouldn't be using our smartphones while driving. But we also know many people do it anyway. Soon, however, the addicts among us may not have a choice but to kick their habit. A new app announced today by Samsung will block all calls and texts while you drive, stopping those who text and drive right in their tracks.
The riding style demonstrated in this how-to video is very common to take, is legal, and encouraged. If the road is too narrow or there is too much traffic, it might be safer to ride single file to make room for other vehicles. Watch this video cycling tutorial and learn how to ride in a group of bicycles.
In this video, we learn how to use the XM NavTraffic feature in a 2010 Toyota Prius. First, turn the system on and then use the plus button toe navigate to where you are on the map. Next, you will be able to see what is coming up in the next few miles and what road blocks or delays you can expect. You can also enter in the destination that you are headed to, and the system will give you directions on which way will get you there the fastest. You can mark different areas that you have been at ...
Customize your directions on Google Maps. Drag and drop the default directions to your preferred roads or highways, get walking or public transit directions, route around traffic, or add multiple stops on your way.
'The Deep Roads Expedition' is the exciting conclusion of Act 1 of Dragon Age 2, and this excellent walkthrough of it runs to nine separate videos. Worry not, friends, it in very enjoyable and well-made viewing that will teach you everything you could ever possibly want to know about this quest. It is a strategy guide among strategy guides.
Ever since the FBI took down the Silk Road and Dread Pirate Roberts last month, many questions have been raised about whether Tor still provides anonymity or not, and if it's now broken. I'll try to address that question here today succinctly from multiple angles, keeping it as simple and plain-language as possible. The Closing of Silk Road
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) created this "Rules of the Road" video series specifically to help remind drivers about the requirements and responsibilities of being a safe driver. A CA DMV examiner explains rules of the road including: lane markings, road signs, speed limits, intersection rules, lane changes, turns, rights-of-way, parking, passing and much more.
Because it sources a majority of its vital data from actual drivers on the road, Waze is easily one of the best navigation apps to use if you prioritize safety. Benefits such as crowd-sourced traffic data, police trap locations, and road work avoidance, when combined, help you anticipate traffic conditions with unprecedented accuracy and make adjustments accordingly.
In Bhopal, India, a place nestled in between the royally pink city of Jaipur and the dry (i.e., alcohol forbidden) state of Gujarat, is a team of developers determined to make a fully driverless car suitable to the complexities of Indian traffic. An algorithm elaborate enough has yet to be made by any other company, but is the fundamental key to handling the intuitive habits of Indian drivers, the often intense and gridlocked traffic, and the country's vast expanse of jarring roads.
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) created this "Sharing the Road" video series specifically to help remind drivers about the requirements and responsibilities of being a safe driver. It covers cooperative driving, risk management, blind spots, pedestrians, bicycles, motorcycles, light-rail vehicles, accidents, vehicle maintenance and driving in inclement weather. From professional motorcycle instructors, to big rig drivers to CA DMV examiners, you will find many professionals ...
Waze is the go-to navigation app for millions of drivers, and it's easy to see why. Benefits such crowd-sourced traffic data, police trap locations, and road work avoidance are just the tip of the iceberg. It can almost be overwhelming, but with these simple tips, you'll master Waze and start navigating like an expert in no time.
Drivers the world over are painfully aware of the inherent danger of taking their eyes off the road even for a second. In fact, according to the National Safety Council, 27% of all car crashes result from distracted driving due to attempted cell phone use. Fortunately, Waze comes with a feature that can help keep you from being a part of this grim statistic.
Texas has become the 18th state to pass a bill into law regarding autonomous vehicles, the third this month to do so.
This great series of videos teaches you how to handle different terrain while riding your cycle. It gives different techniques and tips to really master your cycling skills.
This video walkthrough shows you how to beat The Long Road Home, the fourth Act of Gears of War for the XBox 360 on insane difficulty. The video also includes a voiceover to guide you through some strategies.
Watch this video tutorial to learn how to pick up a girl at a stoplight. Tired of the dating scene? Try meeting someone at a stoplight. If you don’t get arrested for stalking, you just might get a date.
Playing along with your favorite songs is an enjoyable, and highly effective, way of developing your playing technique. In this piano tutorial, which is broken up into three parts, you'll learn how to play "The Long and Winding Road" by Paul McCartney of the Beatles. While the lesson is geared toward players of an intermediate skill level, all players can follow along given adequate time and motivation. To get started playing "The Long and Winding Road" on your own piano or keyboard, press play!
Rascal Flatts are one of the biggest groups in country music, and their song "Bless the Broken Road" is a great uplifting ballad. Watch this video to learn how to play this relatively easy song on piano, then go out and play it. It'll probably bring some love you way.
Playing along with your favorite songs is an enjoyable, and highly effective, way of developing your playing technique. In this piano tutorial, you'll learn how to play Elton John's "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road." While the lesson is geared toward players of an intermediate skill level, all players can follow along given adequate time and motivation. To get started playing "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" on your own piano or keyboard, press play!
It's just the two of you, the open road, and a limited amount of cash. Just because you're on a budget doesn't mean you can't have a blast. This travel how to video gives you tips on taking a cheap summer road trip. Watch this tutorial and you'll be hitting the road on a budget in no time.
While you can always view traffic information by visiting Google Maps, wouldn't it be better to be able to see what the traffic is like in your area all the time, simply by glancing at your desktop?
If all things go well, you'll only have to take your road test once. That's the goal: to ace your test on the first try and then start driving on your own. Granted, it's a nerve-racking experience, but keep in mind that the California Department of Motor Vehicles wants you to pass. So much so, they give you the examination answers ahead of time! All you have to do is study.
The new 'Lonesome Road' DLC has arrived for Fallout: New Vegas, and with it comes several different achievements. In this particular Achievement Hunter segment, the guys take us through unlocking the 'Ed-Ecated' achievement in just a few steps. So grab those points on your Xbox 360 gamer profile.
Reach the lights at the end of the tunnel, or better yet... be the lights at the end of the tunnel. Check out this video tutorial to see how to install off-road lights onto a Toyota FJ Cruiser. You will see exactly how to install Baja Designs' off-road lights onto that Cruiser in preparation of running the Baja 1000 Course. These lights only make things stronger and more clear. Forget simple automobile headlights, do you want to see that tree up that hill or not? This will take some time, mou...
Crazy Taxi is a Facebook game that allows you to drive crazy in a cab. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to cheat and remove the traffic on Crazy Taxi (08/17/09).
After dealing with the Chronomancer in Darksiders for the Xbox 360, you'll have to make your way to the Dry Road where you'll immediately encounter Wingrocks. Continue up the tunnel and defeat the Fleshburster that waits for you. Once he's been dealt with, open the Soul Chest at the end of the tunnel then head up the stairs to the right. Climb the ledges along the wall then jump backwards into the broken pipe. Turn right and pick up the Artifact in the broken pipe, then follow the pipe in the...
Like most of life's great pleasures, riding bicycles becomes more fun when you do it with groups of people. For road bikers, however, riding in groups presents its own set of challenges. This video will give you some common-sense rules to bear in mind when road riding in groups that will keep you and your friends safe and having fun.
Jill and Bizzy show you how to fix a flat out on the road. You are lucky if you have a quick release for your back tire. Otherwise it can take a while to get the back inner tube off to either patch the flat or replace the inner tube. This is a great comprehensive video on quickly fixing a tire on the road.
This video shows you how to drive on gravel roads with a 4WD vehicle.
Here is a video all about meeting other vehicles when you're having lessons with driving instructors in Nottingham and the surrounding area. It happens when you are passing parked cars and someone is coming the other way.
Want to play John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" on the ukulele? Learn how with this free video ukulele lesson. Whether you play the ukulele or bass kazoo, there is no better way to improve your chops than by learning to play your favorite songs. Not only is it more fun and much easier than running drills or memorizing a chord book by wrote, it's obviously also a wonderful way to build your repertory of songs. For more information, and to get started playing John Denver's signature so...
If you have just purchased a new Ford Taurus, you may have noticed the new SYNC feature. SYNC is a GPS built right into your dashboard. If this is your first time using a global positioning system, you may need a few pointers. Check out this video and learn how to access step by step directions and get where you need to go.
In some places, it's illegal to ride your bike at night without lights or reflectors, so if you plan on going for a joyride on your street bike, then you need to be prepared to share the road with vehicles and be seen. Appropriate gear and lighting are essential for safety when riding a bike at night.
