Category: Driving Tips
5 ways to steer clear of road rage
We’ve probably all had that moment out on the roads. We all try to avoid road rage, but sometimes its hard. You know, that moment when a spicy thought or phrase enters your head and, with any luck, leaves again with a deep breath. Let’s face it, driving while under the influence of high emotion
5 things to remember when driving a manual
If you’re a true automotive fan, then you’re no stranger to the magnetic power of a manual transmission. We all know it’s more efficient, and the thrill-factor far exceeds anything on offer in the world of automatic transmission vehicles. But where manual transmissions are, bad habits abound. In a country where automatic vehicles vastly outnumber
5 tips for avoiding driver fatigue
Getting tired while driving? I can relate. My first car was a 1999 Nissan Pulsar, and I bought it from my cousin, who had just got his truck drivers licence and was going to start on regular long haul trips. I was so excited when I picked it up from Wellington and drove it straight
Driving in the Rain
Driving in the rain presents different challenges to driving in the dry. You’ll need to follow a different approach when it’s drizzling compared to when it’s raining heavily. Strong winds can play a big factor too. Some drivers hate driving in rain and a few others actually enjoy it the most. The difference comes down
Driving Off-Road
Driving on open, sealed roads and off-roading are complete opposites and both require totally different driving techniques. Off-roading can pose a lot of different obstacles that you might never face on your daily drive to work. Let’s dig into the tips and tricks that might help you on your next 4×4 adventure. How should you
Driving on the Motorway
Driving on the motorway might feel overwhelming when you are about to do it for the first time. But motorways are one of the safest roads to travel. You may have probably taken motorway driving lessons when you took your license. But let’s have a look at some of the tips that may help keep
Driving on the Beach
Woohoo! You’re off to the beach! NZ has some great beaches that car’s are permitted to drive on. From Muriwai in Auckland to 90 Mile Beach in Northland, there’s plenty of options for beach driving. Let’s take a look at some of the decisions and challenges that drivers face when driving on the beach. What
Driving through a Ford
Driving through a Ford or water crossing requires caution and the ability to adapt to the changing conditions. Land rovers such as Discovery and Defender or Ford Ranger are some of the best 4X4’s when it comes to traveling through a ford or water crossings. Most of these 4X4’s have air intakes placed above the
Driving on Gravel Roads
Driving on Gravel roads presents its own challenges. While the WRC drivers make it look fun and easy, the difficulty to get necessary traction can catch even the most confident road drivers out. As a result, understeer and oversteer can sometimes send your vehicle in an unintended direction. If you are driving on gravel roads
