All articles in Safe Driving

• Here are three car safety tips when traveling with children

  Mar 17, 2023

  Simple ways to make your drives safer.

• Philkotse PSA: There is such a thing as Minimum Parking Requirements

  Apr 10, 2023

  Ever dreaded parking in a particular slot because of how small it is? What if I told you that there is an actual government prescribed and mandated minimum size for parking slots in the Philippines?

• ‘Does cruise control increase fuel consumption?’ [Newbie Guide]   

  Feb 24, 2023

  Many drivers are still fascinated yet confused by this feature.

• ‘What is the basis for coding without a license plate?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Jan 16, 2023

  Having no plates is not an excuse to ignore the number coding scheme.

• ‘What does that green and yellow arrow sticker mean?’ [Newbie Guide]   

  Jan 10, 2023

  It warns other drivers to be careful, but not for reasons you might think.  

• Everything you need to know about driver’s license renewal

  Dec 10, 2022

  The renewal process is now faster and more efficient.

• ‘How far away should I drive from the car in front?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Apr 11, 2023

  Keeping the proper distance is key to a safe journey.  

• 'Why are cars more fuel-efficient on highways?' [Newbie Guide]

  Oct 17, 2022

  Guess where your car is happiest when you take it out for a drive.

• 'Why do traffic signs have different shapes?' [Newbie Guide]   

  Sep 27, 2022

  These serve as visual cues depending on the urgency of the message.

• Complete list of LTO fines and penalties 2022 in the Philippines

  Aug 17, 2022

  Check the list of LTO fines and penalties 2022 in the Philippines that Philkotse.com has prepared if you don’t want to pay any lto violation fee.

• ‘What are jackrabbit starts and should I avoid them?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Aug 08, 2022

  Flooring the engine from a standstill sounds cool, but that’s about it. 

• ‘Am I obligated to help a jaywalker I hit on the road?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Jun 28, 2022

  According to the law, yes you are. 

• How to survive a tornado when you’re inside the car

  Jun 23, 2022

  A force of nature like that deserves some extra precautions. 

• ‘Can I still park my car with a broken handbrake cable?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Jun 20, 2022

  It might take a little more effort in terms of precautions, but it’s doable. 

• ‘Is it legal to break traffic laws during emergencies?’ [Newbie Guide]

  Jun 19, 2022

  Before you go pretending to be an action star, read this.