What's up with drivers turning on their hazard lights when stopping for a pedestrian? [more inside]
posted on May 12, 2008 - 25 answers

In two months I'll be going to a conference in Denver, CO. I want to drive there. I am a new driver (at age 30, and have owned my car for six weeks). Really, I've been on a ton of long roadtrips before -- but never driving, and never by myself. Can I make the 18-hour trip?? Any tips? [more inside]
posted on May 11, 2008 - 27 answers

NYC filter -- We are flying into JFK airport and then driving to New Haven CT at the worst possible times - we land at 4:00 pm Friday of Memorial Day and need to back at the airport no later than 6:30 Monday night. What is the best route to avoid total traffic jams? [more inside]
posted on May 7, 2008 - 13 answers

Driving Chicago to LA: Interstate or backroads? [more inside]
posted on Apr 27, 2008 - 15 answers

Should I rent a car during an upcoming visit to the island of Dominica? [more inside]
posted on Apr 27, 2008 - 2 answers

Pleasant towns in Austria? [more inside]
posted on Apr 18, 2008 - 6 answers

Planning a multi-state road trip - where should we go and what should we see? States include: IL, MN, SD, NE, WY, CO, UT, NV, and CA. [more inside]
posted on Apr 16, 2008 - 20 answers

What to do when you're behind someone that pulls way ahead of a Stop sign? [more inside]
posted on Apr 11, 2008 - 29 answers

Possibly moving from Southern CA to Rhode Island. Do you have any Tips/Links/Advice for traveling across the country? [more inside]
posted on Apr 9, 2008 - 4 answers

GW vs. Tappan Zee: Pro tips for deciding on route? [more inside]
posted on Apr 1, 2008 - 23 answers

I'm going to be in Dingle, Ireland for a week in May, and I had a question about driving and the relative sanity of my plans. [more inside]
posted on Mar 30, 2008 - 14 answers

I'm driving across country in a month (Oregon to NY). I drove out here 2 years ago and stayed in hotels both nights on the way out. I don't have the funds to do that this time around. Any advice about sleeping in my car at rest areas? I'm trying to marathon it and camping would probably slow me down more than I'd like. [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2008 - 17 answers

I'm driving from NYC to LA this weekend. Going to Ironman it with a friend of mine to Flagstaff, sleep, hang around the grand canyon for a bit, and then drive to LA. Anybody have any words of wisdom? [more inside]
posted on Mar 25, 2008 - 24 answers

Why aren't roads made out of plastic? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 36 answers

I'm driving from Phoenix, AZ to Portsmouth, NH next week. Which route does the hive mind recommend? [more inside]
posted on Mar 9, 2008 - 8 answers

How long will it take, and how much will it cost, to drive cross-country and back? [more inside]
posted on Mar 4, 2008 - 16 answers

I'm driving from Austin to Salt Lake City the last week of April and need suggestions on things to do, see, stay, eat and drink. All suggestions and ideas are appreciated as I've never been there before! [more inside]
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 15 answers

I've noticed that many cars seem to have headlights that change colour depending on angle. Is this deliberate or unintentional, and how do I avoid buying bulbs that do this? [more inside]
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 6 answers

Russian friends loose in the USA ... help me suggest stops & things to see as they drive from New York to Miami. [more inside]
posted on Feb 28, 2008 - 4 answers

Will I save gas by turning my car off at long red lights? [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2008 - 38 answers

What stuff should I bring with me on tour? [more inside]
posted on Feb 24, 2008 - 30 answers

Help advise me on my work commute to Georgetown U from McLean,Va (I'm not close to metro). [more inside]
posted on Feb 14, 2008 - 16 answers

What's the fastest way to South Tahoe from Mountain View this afternoon? [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2008 - 3 answers

If you believe climate change is real, bad, and man-made: does that mean it's wrong to take a flight or drive a car? Are there any reasonable excuses?
posted on Jan 28, 2008 - 24 answers

Driving cross-country (FL->WA) in a week and looking for advice [more inside]
posted on Jan 25, 2008 - 28 answers

How do you get over being paranoid about driving? [more inside]
posted on Jan 24, 2008 - 28 answers

What's the best way to drive from Chicago to Seattle in February? [more inside]
posted on Jan 20, 2008 - 13 answers

Anyone know a good traffic attorney in New Hampshire? [more inside]
posted on Jan 13, 2008 - 2 answers

My brother is moving to LA and I'm going to drive out there with him. I can only take about one week off of work so we want to keep it within 8 or 9 days. Where should we stop on the southern route from NYC to LA? We're thinking route 81 south then another highway west to California. [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2008 - 6 answers

Where else could my dog and I have driven 5300 miles to? [more inside]
posted on Jan 4, 2008 - 11 answers

CreativeRouteFilter Followup #1: Alberta to NYC. What's that word? [more inside]
posted on Dec 30, 2007 - 4 answers

Should I drive from Austin to Minneapolis to pick up a free car, and then drive it back to Austin spending approximately $380 on hotels and gas, or should I pay $750 to get the car shipped? [more inside]
posted on Dec 25, 2007 - 15 answers

How dangerous or hair raising is the road to Hana? [more inside]
posted on Dec 20, 2007 - 19 answers

Can I make it through Colorado? [more inside]
posted on Dec 16, 2007 - 12 answers

Do I really need winter tires in Denver? I lived in Chicago for 30 years and never bought winter tires. Granted, I was young and foolish for many of those years, but still. [more inside]
posted on Dec 12, 2007 - 16 answers

Driving from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, MO for about the fifteenth time. I've taken the northern route (I70), the southern route (I64), and the southern route + backroads Missouri and Kentucky. The interstates are boring. I have three days to make the trip. What novel and entertaining routes can you suggest? [more inside]
posted on Dec 12, 2007 - 8 answers

Driving from Accra, Ghana to Lagos, Nigeria, and back...bad idea? [more inside]
posted on Dec 11, 2007 - 11 answers

What are your best tricks for getting your car unstuck from snow on the side of the street? [more inside]
posted on Dec 7, 2007 - 32 answers

Need help planning a 2-3 week road trip in spring for a new place to live. We're starting out in Michigan. 2 spots we know we want to hit are Colorado and Oregon (Portland area). [more inside]
posted on Dec 4, 2007 - 5 answers

I have a 25 hour drive ahead of me (Chicago to Seattle), and I am taking 2 cats. The problem I am worried about is the food/water/litter situation, as I have one cat that will run away if given the smallest chance. [more inside]
posted on Nov 30, 2007 - 23 answers

Traffic question- Who has the right of way? [more inside]
posted on Nov 30, 2007 - 32 answers

How accurate is my motorcycle speedometer? [more inside]
posted on Nov 29, 2007 - 13 answers

Should I get my tires siped? [more inside]
posted on Nov 27, 2007 - 10 answers

The "check tire inflation" warning light just on my dashboard is on. Am I safe to drive to Thanksgiving dinner? [more inside]
posted on Nov 22, 2007 - 23 answers

Would I be crazy to take driving lessons/learn to drive during the winter (ie in the snow)? [more inside]
posted on Nov 7, 2007 - 13 answers

Panic attacks while driving on the freeway- Life is pretty good, never had an accident, I even *like* driving for the most part. What's the deal? I wanna fight back but is medicine my only recourse? I live in So Cal and I'm not going to be a damn hermit. I have to get over this. [more inside]
posted on Nov 7, 2007 - 12 answers

Help me figure out what's wrong with my old crappy van. [more inside]
posted on Nov 1, 2007 - 9 answers

What are my rights when being pulled over by the police for no reason? [more inside]
posted on Oct 30, 2007 - 47 answers

I am going to Costa Rica in November for one week. What are the advantages of renting a car vs. using public transportation? [more inside]
posted on Oct 28, 2007 - 10 answers

What's the best way to get from Tucson, Arizona to San Carlos, Sonora (Mexico)? [more inside]
posted on Oct 27, 2007 - 4 answers