DMV #2

Child Passenger Restraint System

Required for a 7-year-old who is 4 feet 8 inches tall.

Tailgating

Driving closely to the rear bumper of another vehicle can frustrate and anger other drivers.

Cell Phone Use While Driving

If your phone rings without a hands-free device, let the call go to voicemail.

Driving Speed

Driving too slowly can block traffic flow.

Unusual Parking

Park in a way that your vehicle is visible to approaching drivers from any direction.

Road Sign yellow diamonds

Indicates roadwork or maintenance ahead.

Road Sign lorry on decline

Warns of a steep grade ahead.

School Bus Stop

When a school bus stops to load/unload children, stop until red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn.

No Left Turn

Prohibited from making a left turn at this location.

DMV Notification

Inform the DMV within five days of selling or transferring your vehicle.

Residential Speed Limit

Unless posted otherwise, the speed limit in a residential area is 25 mph.

Alcohol and Driving

Alcohol impairs judgment necessary for safe driving.

School Bus Stop

Vehicles must remain stopped until the bus's stop arm is retracted and it resumes motion.

Freeway Lane

Driving in the far right lane with thick broken white lines indicates an exit lane.

Flashing Yellow Light

Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

Slow Driving Impact

Driving slower than traffic flow can interfere and lead to a ticket.

Yellow Sign

Indicates a traffic signal ahead.

Bike Lane Use

Allowed for up to 200 feet before making a right turn.

Pedestrian Right-of-Way

Give right-of-way to pedestrians crossing any street.

Basic Speed Law

Never drive faster than safe for current conditions as per California law.

Space Cushion

Maintain extra space when following a driver with limited rear visibility.

Multilane Driving

Drive ahead of or behind other vehicles on multilane streets.

Road Sign

Warns of a steep hill ahead.

U-turn Prohibition

Never make a U-turn at or on a railroad crossing.

Railroad Crossing

Certain vehicles, like tank trucks with hazardous materials placards, must always stop before crossing railroad tracks.

Passing on Double Yellow Line

Permitted if the yellow line on your side is broken.

Dealing with Aggressive Drivers

Get out of the way of aggressive drivers.

Hydroplaning Risk

Water on the road can cause hydroplaning, even at speeds as low as 35 mph.

Do Not Enter

Indicates a do not enter zone.

Railroad Warning

Warns of a railroad ahead.

Excessive BAC Penalty

Conviction may lead to up to six months in jail.

No Parking

Prohibited next to a red painted curb.

Reduced Visibility Driving

Drive slower and turn on headlights in case of dust or smoke impairing visibility.

Hazard Awareness

Look 10 to 15 seconds ahead to identify potential hazards early.

No Right Turn

Prohibited from making a right turn at this location.

Blind Spot Check

To see vehicles in blind spots, check over your shoulders.