4 weird driving myths that are actually dangerous, plus 1 that's just stupid

4 Weird Driving Myths That Are Actually Dangerous

Some car myths are not only false, but also downright dangerous. While some myths, such as warming up the engine on a cold morning or keeping the car idling to save fuel, are mostly harmless, others can put drivers at risk.

One such myth is the idea of holding the steering wheel at the '10 and 2' position, which was originally taught to give more leverage and better control in cars without power steering. However, this idea has been passed down through generations and is still widely believed, despite being outdated.

Some myths about cars and driving are wrong, but mostly harmless.

Autor's resume: Driving myths can be harmful.

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