Parallel Parking Is Easy (and Other Lies): Everything New Drivers Need to Know to Stay Safe and Smart on the Road

by Kristy Grant

Overview

Give young drivers the keys they need to be safe and responsible behind the wheel with this essential guide for new drivers. You’ve got your license, and now you need the keys to great driving. Hit the road with the essential know-how, tips, and safety information for every new driver in Parallel Parking is Easy (And Other Lies). While some things about driving are no-brainers (red means stop), not every situation is always so clear. This driving guide is full of super-interesting facts that Driver’s Ed didn’t tell you, as well as preparation checklists, good etiquette when sharing a vehicle, and essential information to know when you’re stuck on the side of the road or wondering what that blinking light means on your dashboard. Inside you’ll find: - Key checklists for your vehicle in good weather and bad - Ways to safely manage distractions like texting and playlists - How to handle a breakdown and getting pulled over - Questions to ask before getting into gear - Real facts to right common driving myths Crack open this easy guide before you get rolling and keep it stored in your car for reference. Feel comfortable and confident in your new driving adventures with Parallel Parking is Easy (And Other Lies).

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781646041589
Publisher:	Ulysses Press
Publication date:	06/29/2023
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	192
File size:	8 MB
Age Range:	1 - 12 Years

About the Author

Kristy Grant is a writer from Hoboken, New Jersey. In her spare time, you can find her planting her victory garden and reading stories about the great open road.

Table of Contents

Introduction:: You Got Your License…Congrats! [Now What?] 2

Section 1 All Revved Up: Prep Your Car (And Yourself) 5

Chapter 1 Get in Gear: Essentials (and Extras) to Keep in Your Car 6

Chapter 2 A Quick Guide to Dashboard Lights 12

Chapter 3 Test Your Tech: GPS, Music, and More 20

Chapter 4 Start Off in the Right Direction: How to Deal with Your Parents 27

Section 2 Going Solo: De-Stress Your First Trips 37

Chapter 5 Getting Settled Before You Take a Drive 38

Chapter 6 Good Driving Habits to "Lock in" Now 45

Chapter 7 Reduce the Stress of Your First Solo Trips 51

Chapter 8 Fueling Up: Tips for Gas Stations (and Drive-Throughs) 57

Chapter 9 Parking Pointers for All Kinds of Spaces 65

Chapter 10 Along for the Ride: Avoid Problems with Passengers 73

Section 3 Going the Extra Mile: What to Expect, Wherever You Go 79

Chapter 11 Finding Your Way: Directions, Detours, and More 80

Chapter 12 In the Suburbs: Avoiding Kids, Recycle Bins, and More 87

Chapter 13 Highway Highlights: Managing Merges, Lane Changes, and More 91

Chapter 14 Cruising in the Country: Curves, Critters, and More 96

Chapter 15 City Life: One-Way Streets, Double-Parked Cars, and More 103

Chapter 16 Driving to School: Bus Safety. School Parking, and More 109

Chapter 17 Driving for Work: Laws, Exemptions, and More 117

Section 4 Steering Clear of Trouble: Be Ready for Anything 123

Chapter 18 How to Weather Any Weather 124

Chapter 19 Workarounds for Road Work, Debris, and Potholes 131

Chapter 20 Sharing the Road with Everything but Cars 136

Chapter 21 When Your Car Breaks Down 143

Chapter 22 Police Warnings, Tickets, and Traffic Court 151

Chapter 23 Accidents Happen…So You Should Know What to Do 156

Chapter 24 How to Make Sure You're Safe to Drive 165

Chapter 25 Car Maintenance for Non-Mechanics 170

A Final Note: Enjoy the Journey 177

Index 178

About the Author 185

Phone Numbers & Emergency Contacts 186