2021 Mazda Cx-5: Gear Selection & Parking Brake



***

Relevant Background: "One of the most misused, abused, and forgotten systems of any passenger vehicle or light truck has to be its parking brake. Leaving these components to the ravages of our driving and parking environments is only asking for trouble and expense down the road, however. This can have a negative effect on braking performance — a critical safety issu.. "(What happens if you don't use your parking brake? | Driving)

*** 

Relevant Stats: "Nearly 2.5 million rear end collisions are reported in the United States every year and are responsible for 28% of all crashes – making this type of collision the most common type of crash..." (2.5 Million Rear End Collisions Every Year Make It Most Common Type Of Crash (beckerlaw.com))

*** 

Relevant Stats: "Considering all the factors in play, it’s no surprise parking lot accidents happen. Statistics show they are more common than most realize - about 1 in 5 accidents happen in parking lots. Almost all of them are avoidable.

While most parking lot accidents are minor and involve low speed impact, they can still result in serious damage and injury. They can also have a big impact on your car insurance. This is a reason why many go unreported and parking lot hit and runs are common..." (Parking Lot Accidents In Ontario | Rules And Who's At-fault (thinkinsure.ca))

***

Planning your route in advance may eliminate the need for backing. If necessary, drive around the block if it will help you to avoid backing around a corner. Drive out into traffic rather than backing into traffic. Avoid entering the path of a reversing vehicle and do not stop or park behind a vehicle that may soon be reversed. As the driver, you are responsible for ensuring all precautions are taken when attempting to back into a driveway from the road.

  • Prior to backing: Turn off phone/radio, open windows, activate four-way flashers and sound horn.
  • Exit the vehicle and walk around to examine the area into which you must back. Look for overhead obstacles or wires, side clearances, pedestrians or objects in your path of travel.
  • Remember to use both rearview mirrors. Keep in mind the blind spot on the rear, as vision is limited.
Relevant Insurance Coverage:
a. Auto Insurance:: all perils, collision, liability, DCPD,, accident benefits, uninsured auto
b. Travel & health - Collision Waiver for Rental Vehicles

c. Garage Auto Insurance
d. Personal and Commercial Liability for injury and property damage
e. Business Liability Coverage like that of taxi drivers, uber driver, rideshare drivers, delivery drivers etc
**

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

2008 GMC Acadia: Leather Organizer

Image
2008 GMC Acadia: Leather Organize r Multifunction Car Seat Organizer: https://dl.wish.com/6wm7W Code: nslzqhb *** Q: What Are some options available in the market for car seat organisers? What are some options available in the market for passengers to charge their smartphones and other devices? A: As shown in the video... *** Applications: GPS, Phone, DVD, gaming, battery booster power bank, Consumer Electronics *** Relevant Background on Car Seats: " A  car seat  is the  seat  used in  automobiles . Most car seats are made from inexpensive but durable material in order to withstand prolonged use... Car seat covers are accessories that protect the original seat upholstery from wear and add a custom look to a vehicle's interior. They can help to maintain the resale value [8]  of the vehicle and maximize the comfort of the driver and passengers..." (" Car Seat ",  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Car_seat ) *** Relevant power bank market: "The global pow...
Read more

2007 Dodge Grand Caravan SE: Auto Lock out Tool

Image
  2007 Dodge Grand Caravan: Air shim for Auto Lockout ********************************************************************************** Q: How does one use an Air shim for Auto Lockouts? A: As shown in the video *** Applications: Auto lock out tool **** Relevant Background : " In  automobiles , shims are commonly used to adjust the clearance or space between two parts. For example, shims are inserted into or under bucket  tappets  to control  valve  clearances. Clearance is adjusted by changing the thickness of the shim..." ( "Shim (Spacer) ",  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shim_(spacer) ) *** Relevant Statistics : "The United States sees over 16,000 home and car lockouts per day. On average, AAA Insurance assists about 4 million people a year with car lockouts alone – and they're not even a locksmith!" (" Locksmith Plus , Inc ", https://locksmithplusinc.com/locksmith-industry-statistics/#:~:text=Number%20of%20Lockouts%20Per%20Year,re%20no...
Read more

2007 Dodge Grand Caravan SE: Jack stand Use

Image
  2007 Dodge Grand Caravan SE: Jack stand Use ********************************************************************************* Q: How does one use the jack stand ? How does one align jack stand to the metal frame of the auto rather than the plastic part? A: As shown in the video... ************************** Applications : Tire change, Auto repair & Maintenance — Avoid jack stand mishaps and getting crushed by the vehicle... ****************** Relevant Background: "A jack is a mechanical lifting device used to apply great forces or lift heavy loads. A mechanical jack employs a screw thread for lifting heavy equipment. A hydraulic jack uses hydraulic power.[1] The most common form is a car jack, floor jack or garage jack, which lifts vehicles so that maintenance can be performed. Jacks are usually rated for a maximum lifting capacity (for example, 1.5 tons or 3 tons). Industrial jacks can be rated for many tons of load.." (" Jack ", https://en.wikipedia.org/wi...
Read more