I haven’t taken a defensive driving course in a long time and I want to be sure that I’m being as safe as possible when driving in a congested area. What should defensive drivers anticipate while in traffic?

I have started driving at night for my new job and I keep encountering cars with extremely bright headlights. What should I do when meeting a car with blinding headlights?

I often have trouble checking my blind spot because my peripheral vision isn’t great. To counteract this, I’m studying up on where to look for potential blind spots. To help me in this quest, I want to know: what’s the largest blind spot area on your vehicle?

I received a ticket for running a red light about a week ago. I paid the fine because I was in the wrong, but my friend told me I could get the ticket dropped or points removed if I take a defensive driving class. Can I take a defensive driving course if I ran a red light?

I’m trying to become a better driver. I know that using your headlights correctly is important. While I know when to use my high beams, when am I supposed to use low beams?

I’m applying for a job as a valet, and my employer is requesting my driving record. I’ve never thought to look up my driving record before. How do I get my driving record in Massachusetts?

I recently received a traffic ticket and was required by the court to go to traffic school. Now that I have my certificate of completion, how can I submit it to the court? Can I send my defensive driving certificate in the mail?

I’m noticing more often lately that there are really slow drivers hogging the fast lane on the freeway. I get that everyone has the right to drive in whatever lane they want, but the fast lane is supposed to be for passing, and instead, we’re all held up going 55 mph behind a Prius. This can’t be legal. Can people be fined for driving too slowly?

I recently got my driver’s license but just barely. I made a few mistakes on the driving test, and I very nearly failed. It’s sort of shaken my confidence in my driving, which wasn’t great to start with. Do you have any suggestions on how I can improve my confidence?

I got a ticket for passing a school bus when it had the stop sign out. Two years ago, I got a speeding ticket, but I could get a point reduction on my license by taking a defensive driving course. Can I do the same for passing a school bus?

I know I’m supposed to keep a certain amount of space between me and the person in front of me, but how am I supposed to gauge distance while I’m driving? Do I just make my best guess?

I passed my driver’s license written exam and my road test, but I’m still not sure how confident I feel behind the wheel. Can I still take driving lessons after I pass these tests?

My driver’s ed teacher told me that the IPDE abbreviation would be on an upcoming quiz. I must’ve missed that lesson because I have no clue what that is. What is the IPDE method of driving?

I’ve been told that I need to be more aware while driving. I want to be a safe driver, but I’m not exactly sure what this means. What does awareness mean when you’re driving?

I can’t remember what the mirrors on the side of my car are named. What are side mirrors on a car called?

I was busted for rolling a stop sign in my neighborhood recently. While I accepted the fact that I was in the wrong, my dad told me I can get the points taken off my license if I take a class. Can I take a defensive driving course for running a stop sign?

My father was in a head-on collision when I was young and he’s in constant pain as a result. I don’t want to end up the same way, so I want to ensure that I’m never in a head-on collision. What are some ways to avoid a head-on collision?

I want to become a better driver. A buddy of mine told me that I can make some assumptions about what other drivers are going to do and it will make me a safer driver. What are some safe assumptions I can make?

I’m 24 and I’ve never driven by myself. I just got my license and a used car, and I’d like to take a road trip in a few months. But I still don’t feel comfortable driving. What’s the best way for me to learn how to drive my car as fast as possible?

I’m a pretty aggressive driver and like to drive fast. While I have never caused an accident or gotten a traffic ticket, I am concerned that my need for speed could get me into trouble. Will I go to jail if I get caught reckless driving?

Can you take a defensive driving class to get out of a ticket multiple times? I’ve done it once before but I would love to do it again if possible.

I want to take a defensive driving course to lower my car insurance premium. I’ve never taken one of these classes before, so I know little about the length of the program or what’s included. How many modules are typically in a defensive driving class?

I live in California and am currently shopping for my first car. I tend to prefer cars with darker paint, but my family is telling me to avoid buying a dark-colored car, since they say it could increase my chance of getting into an accident. I've never heard this before, and I'm inclined to believe it's just a myth—but on the off chance it's not, should I be worried about the color of my car?

Impress your driving instructor by making a good first impression, responding to their behavior, keeping them aware of your actions, and persevering.

I’m a girl who likes to drive fast. I love whipping my Mustang around town. I’ve considered changing careers and becoming a race car driver, but my husband is opposed—he says it’s too dangerous. How dangerous is race car driving?

I was watching a car race on TV the other day and the announcer mentioned something called threshold braking. What is that?

I received a speeding ticket outside of Austin for going 12 mph over the speed limit. While I was bummed about the ticket, I read on a blog that I might be eligible to take a defensive driving course. Will a defensive driving class dismiss a ticket in Texas?

I was recently in a car accident. It wasn’t my fault, but it’s still left me shaken. My car was totaled and I ended up having to purchase a new Toyota Camry. Getting adjusted to the new car and becoming reacclimated to the road again has been challenging. Any tips on how to gain my confidence back while driving my car?

My son has a bit of a lead foot and has been in two rear-end collisions in the past year. While I’ve threatened to take away his driving privileges, I also thought teaching him how to prevent rear-end collisions would be equally as effective. How can you prevent rear-end collisions?

I was rear-ended a few weeks ago and am still dealing with the psychological repercussions. Even though my car has been repaired, I can’t shake the stress and anxiety I feel behind the wheel. What are some techniques to reduce stress when driving?