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How to Be Better at Driving in a Big City. If you've ever felt intimidated when driving
through a big city, take a look at these tips to help your confidence. You will need A vehicle
A car radio and a city to drive in. Step 1. Find good directions for wherever you're going.
Keep them handy and review them carefully so you will be prepared. Step 2. Research
some of the key driving rules that can change from city to city before driving. For example,
some cities allow turning right on red while others do not. Step 3. Pay close attention
to all traffic signs, especially those indicating one-way streets, construction zones, and highway
entrance and exit ramps. Step 4. Know what might be going on in the city during the time
you're driving. Find out if there will be any events that might affect traffic, and
listen to traffic reports on your car radio. If the weather permits, keep your window open
so it'll be easier to hear street noises, horns, and emergency vehicles. Step 5. Stay
alert at all times. If there is something you want to look at, park the car and walk
to it. City driving can be enjoyable when you've prepared yourself properly. Did you
know Drivers in one-third of U.S. cities spend more than 40 hours a year in stopped traffic.