Off-road vehicle

An average American commuter would spend about 42 hours on the road per year due to the overcrowding of roads. It is said that this amount of time wasted on roads would only increase as the economy progresses. As more and more people continue to commute, whether it is to go to work or to go to school, the possibility of dangerous events occurring on the road may rise. Therefore, commuters are in need of automobiles that are reliable and efficient enough to get them to their destination in a…

Crossing a railroad track is necessary and needs to be done safely. To do this, first, look for railroad crossing signs. There are signs on the road the sign is yellow and has an “X” with two black R’s. Coming to a railroad crossing stop like if you were to stop at a stop sign. Then, look both ways to make sure it is safe to cross. When you see flashing lights this means to stop. Usually there will be a gate and when that gate comes down do not try to pass. It is illegal to try and bypass a…

enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future”. However, many, if not all Americans, can agree that their word has not been upheld. Between the recurring problems of collapsing bridges due to poor infrastructure, horrible road conditions, and our airports. The bridges in our country have proven their selves insufficient for many years. Beginning…

technology with the technology of smart roads. Smart roads are roadways that have been implemented with technology similar to smart cars. Smart roads are a fairly new concept that is being developed and researched, but there are some smart roads that currently…

because it is a sufficient age for someone to be able to drive a motor vehicle. In the United States we allow people to get their licenses at a younger age than in most countries, teenagers who are sixteen and seventeen…

Painted Lines in Parking Lots and On Highways Road and parking lot line markings are important aspects of safe and efficient roadway as well as parking lot usage respectively. Road markings convey information to roadway users, indicating which part of the road to use, where passing is allowed and warn motorists about any potential danger ahead. Parking lot line markings ensure safe and efficient parking as well as traffic flow around the parking area. Road and parking lot markings undergo…

driving around them. I wish to share information that could be beneficial to the audiences driving habits, and then go over how it can applied in our everyday driving. Present Problem Around 1.3 million people die annually in automobile crashes "Road Crash Statistics". This number is far too high, and a major contributing factor is inconsiderate driving habits amongst the majority of the population. I wish to discuss information…

poorly maintained roads, streets full of potholes, and hitting debris on the freeway can all greatly affect your alignment. Even the slightest change in the angle of your tires’ alignment can wear out tires or cause uneven tire wear. This is why it’s important to have your alignment inspected about every 6,000 miles. This will ensure your money and your tires go further. Have questions about alignments? Ready to schedule an alignment check? How will a wheel alignment help my vehicle? Wheel…

our lives, to the extent that we take for granted how it can also save our lives. In the developed world, we simply dial 911 and emergency services arrive quickly, sometimes in minutes. But consider what technologies that timeliness requires; roads, vehicles, and/or aircraft. Unfortunately for many, such equipment is too expensive and will remain so for the foreseeable future. But there is a new twist on an old idea coming to fruition: solar-electric airships. Solar Ship Inc. is a Toronto,…

“Roads? Where we’re going we don’t need roads,” Professor Smith said as he viewed his abstract blueprint. “This new community will provide simple transportation for all citizens once they have their license, and it will not require roads since the vehicles will hover over the ground.” “Ok, but where will this new community be, and how will we transfer every human from Earth to there?” Julie Ford questioned while heading towards the blueprint. “Will these citizens be happy in this community or…