Author: Carmen Cohoe

  • When Can You Turn After Waiting For Pedestrians?

    When Can You Turn After Waiting For Pedestrians?

    Turning At Intersections With Pedestrians In The Crosswalk Question about waiting for pedestrians: When a pedestrian is crossing, do you have to wait for them to cross all the way to the other side before you proceed? Great question. It seems to me that different people have different opinions about this subject. There seems to…

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  • A Day In The Life of a HandyDART Driver [Story Time]

    I was kind of hoping that work wouldn’t call me in this morning, but at 6:45 am, they called and gave me the gift of a 10-hour long shift, and the first five hours actually went okay. (I was working casually at the time, which means you can still work full-time hours, but each day…

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  • Turn Signal on Behalf of the Car Ahead While Driving?

    Turn Signal on Behalf of the Car Ahead While Driving?

    Q: Someone I know uses the turn signal to signal if a car in front of us is turning. I say we shouldn’t because the vehicle behind us will then expect us to turn. We should only signal what we are doing in our vehicle, correct? That sounds very strange to me! You’re right, brake lights should do…

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  • Road Test Fail Tales – Based on True Stories

    Road Test Fail Tales – Based on True Stories

    Welcome to Road Test Fail Tales Did you or someone you know fail a road test? I failed my first road test, too, so don’t think you’re the only one. Approximately 50% of people who go for the road test to get their “N,” fail it. Of course, it’s better if you can just pass.…

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  • What is Roadside Plus with ICBC? Optional Insurance

    What is Roadside Plus with ICBC? Optional Insurance

    What is Roadside Plus with ICBC? ICBC optional insurance packages ​RoadStar and Roadside Plus packages are optional products. They offer insurance coverage locally and while you are traveling. If you have ICBC Roadside Plus insurance package, you can be reimbursed up to $50 for emergency roadside expenses. There is a limit of two claims per policy term.…

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  • Halloween Safety Tips for Drivers and Goblins

    Halloween Safety Tips for Drivers and Goblins

    Spooky Halloween Tips for Drivers Drive extra slowly in residential areas Reduce/eliminate your distractions and pay close attention Enter and exit driveways slowly Do not pass vehicles that have stopped in the roadway; they could be dropping off children Pay extra attention at crosswalks, intersections and the side of the road Keep scanning all around…

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  • A Road Test Experience and Tips From A Real Student Driver

    A Road Test Experience and Tips From A Real Student Driver

    Tips for all drivers going for their road test There’s nothing like hearing from a real student driver’s road test experience and tips. It just might help you prepare for your own road test. Preparing for your ICBC road test? Be sure to check out my epic article: ICBC Road Test Tips For Classes 5 &…

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  • How Does ICBC Work? New To Vancouver, BC – Top 15 FAQ’s

    How Does ICBC Work? New To Vancouver, BC – Top 15 FAQ’s

    1. Is ICBC The Only Insurance Company in BC? ICBC is a crown corporation and has been in effect since 1973 in British Columbia. It serves as the primary insurer for all BC drivers. It’s not the only insurance company in BC, but it’s the only one that all drivers must get their basic auto…

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  • Metrotown ICBC Driver Licensing – Hours, Info, + More

    Metrotown ICBC Driver Licensing – Hours, Info, + More

    The Burnaby, Metrotown ICBC driver licensing office is located inside Metrotown Mall & is often very busy. It’s a good idea to book an appointment online. Walk-in service is limited. Road tests are not done at this location. It is located next to The Bay on the ground level. Mon 8:30 am – 6:00 pm…

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