Driving

an institute that teaches people how to drive

She enrolled in a driving school to prepare for her driving test and get her license.

the numbers and letters on the plates at the front and back of a vehicle

He wrote down the license number of the car that was parked in front of his driveway.

any type of vehicle that is powered by an engine

He drove his motor vehicle to work every day, using it for his daily commute.

a bar that is attached to the back and front of a vehicle to reduce damage in time of an accident

She noticed a small dent on the rear bumper from a previous accident.

a brake that is operated by hand to hold a vehicle in place

He pulled the emergency brake to stop the car from rolling down the hill.

a metal part that covers the engine of a vehicle

He popped the hood of the car to check the engine after it started making strange noises.

a flat, typically round dish that we eat from or serve food on

He served the salad on a large ceramic plate.

a strap that keeps a person attached to their seat to prevent injuries, especially in cars, etc.

She fastened her safety belt before starting the car to ensure she was protected in case of an accident.

a pipe through which harmful gasses exit from a car

The mechanic examined the tailpipe for signs of exhaust leaks or corrosion.

a heavily armored military vehicle with tracks and a large gun, used in ground combat

The tank battalion advanced across the battlefield, providing crucial firepower support.

a circular rubber object that covers the wheel of a vehicle

She noticed the tread on her tires was worn down and decided it was time for a replacement.

the main wooden body of a tree

The children climbed on the sturdy trunk of the old oak tree in the backyard.

a light on a vehicle that blinks to indicate a change in lane

Before merging into the next lane, she activated her turn signal to alert other drivers.

the large front window of a vehicle

The windshield was cracked after the stone hit it during the drive.

a long and thin device with rubber on its edge, designed to move across the glass at the front of vehicles to clear it of rain, snow, etc. so that the driver can see the road properly

She turned on the windshield wiper to clear the heavy rain from the windshield during the storm.

to break with a sudden and loud impact, often causing damage

The window crashed under the force of the heavy stone.

to make something straight become curved or folded

She carefully bent the wire into a circle to make a decorative wreath.

to go across or to the other side of something

Every morning, he crosses the bridge on his way to work.

the place where two or more streets, roads, etc. cross each other

The traffic light at the intersection changed to red, stopping cars from all directions.

a turn that a car, etc. makes to move toward the direction it was coming from

He made a U-turn in the intersection after realizing he had missed his destination.

a satellite system that shows a place, thing, or person's exact position using signals

She used her GPS to find the quickest route to her destination during the road trip.

a time of day at which traffic is the heaviest because people are leaving for work or home

She left the house early to avoid the rush hour traffic on her way to the office.

the rate or pace at which something or someone moves

The cheetah is known for its incredible speed, reaching up to 70 miles per hour in short bursts.

to slow down or stop a moving car, etc. by using the brakes

The cyclist had to quickly brake to avoid colliding with the pedestrian crossing the street.

a way that enables someone to get out of a room, building, or a vehicle of large capacity

In case of an emergency, please locate the nearest exit and follow the evacuation signs.

to lift or position something or someone upward

During the performance, the puppeteer pulled the marionette up with strings.

to choose the direction of and guide a vehicle, ship, etc., especially by using a map

She helped the driver navigate by providing turn-by-turn directions.

to move or act very quickly

When the fire alarm sounded, the students had to rush out of the building in an orderly manner.

moving, happening, or being done at a speed that is low

He had a slow computer that took a long time to start up.

any substance that can produce energy or heat when burned

Wood is a common fuel for campfires.

gradual movement toward a goal or a desired state

The scientist made significant progress in her research on renewable energy.

the wheel that a driver holds or turns to make a vehicle move in different directions

She adjusted the steering wheel to a comfortable position before starting her drive.

a bar in front of a motorcycle or bicycle that a person takes by hand to control the direction in which they want to travel

He adjusted the handlebar height to make his bike more comfortable to ride.

an area on a road that is marked with wide white lines, where vehicles must stop so people could walk across the road safely

She waited at the zebra crossing until the traffic stopped, allowing her to cross the street safely.

a handle in a car or other vehicle, by which a driver can change gears

She shifted the gearshift into first gear as she started driving up the steep hill.

the red light at the back of a vehicle that lits up when brakes are used to signal stopping or slowing down to other drivers

The driver in front of her tapped the brakes, causing the stoplights to flash brightly.

an aggressive behavior that is seen among drivers, particularly when they are stuck in traffic

He experienced road rage when another driver cut him off and responded with angry gestures.