Here’s what happens when people don’t clear the ice and snow off cars February 20, 2014 by Steven M. Gursten “Ice Missiles” caused by snow and ice falling from roofs of cars and trucks are crashes just waiting to happen I recently wrote about the law in Connecticut called the “Ice Missile Law.” The law requires drivers […]
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Road F208 is a rugged yet scenic drive in Iceland by dangerousroads F208 (Fjallabaksleið nyrðri) is one of the most challenging roads in Iceland. Expect very tough driving conditions, with potholes, rocks, uneven terrain, and even rivers to ford. How long is the F208 (Fjallabaksleið nyrðri) Road? Tucked away in the Central Highlands,
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Driving the lethal Shimshal Valley Road in Pakistan By dangerousroads Shimshal Valley Road is a terrifying mountain drive located in Pakistan that tests both the skills of drivers and the endurance of their vehicles. Where is the Shimshal Valley Road? The road is located in Gojal, Hunza–Nagar District, in the Pakistan-administered Gilgit-Baltistan (formerly
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Umbrail Pass is an iconic Alpine road with 35 hairpin turns By dangerousroads Umbrail Pass is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,506m (8,221ft) above sea level, located on the Swiss-Italian border. At this elevation, the road to the summit is currently the highest paved road in Switzerland and one of the
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ROAD MAP TO COMMERCIAL LICENSING Posted on Apr 22, 2021 By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL Driving a commercial truck or bus can be a rewarding career with room for growth. Whether it’s long hauling products on the Trans-Canada highway or operating a school bus in your local community, possessing a truck or bus licence can
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DIY WINDSHIELD CHIP REPAIR Posted on Apr 8, 2021 By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL We all know that familiar sound. You’re cruising down the highway, enjoying a relaxing drive, and suddenly, you hear the loud bang as a rock hits your windshield. Upon further inspection, you’re dismayed to see a distinctive rock chip in your
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6 TIMES YOU CAN PROCEED ON A RED LIGHT Posted on Nov 22, 2018 By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL Becoming comfortable and complacent behind the wheel is easy to do after years of driving experience. However, safe and defensive drivers seek to broaden their knowledge base to better understand the road, and keep up-to-date with traffic rules
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ROAD RULES & REGULATIONS: STOP LINES Posted on Mar 18, 2021 By. VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL Stop signs and red lights are easily recognized, but what about different kinds of stop lines? Stop lines are horizontal (transverse) white lines painted across lanes and are used to indicate where a vehicle must stop in compliance with
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The Wild Road to Col du Jandri in the French Alps By dangerousroads Col du Jandri is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.165m (10,383ft) above sea level, located in France. It’s one of the highest roads in Europe. Where is Col du Jandri? The peak is located in the Isère department
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Ojos del Salado is one of the highest accessible points by car on Earth By dangerousroads Ojos del Salado is a massive stratovolcano on the Argentina-Chile border and the highest volcano in the world at 6,891m (22,608ft) above sea level. This mountain has been the scene of several records for attaining the highest altitude
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