Month: April 2017

The Law SECTION 56-5-1538. Emergency scene management; definitions (A) An emergency scene is a location designated by the potential need to provide emergency medical care and is identified by emergency vehicles with flashing lights, rescue equipment, or emergency personnel on the scene. (B) An emergency scene is a special hazard. (C) An emergency scene is under the authority of the first arriving emergency personnel, which includes emergency medical services personnel, until the arrival of the fire or law enforcement officials having jurisdiction. All motor vehicles passing through an emergency scene and pedestrians observing an emergency scene must obey and not...

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1. Check the evidence. It’s always a good idea to check the evidence. Before you get your car back, take a look at your surroundings. Look for restricted parking signs and indicators around the area. Take pictures of the signs, especially if you believe that you were towed without a valid reason. It can also help to talk to possible witnesses or other drivers who may have parked their vehicles in the same area. 2. Get your car back. The next step is to get your vehicle back. If you do see “No Parking” signs and there’s a number listed, call it....

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1. Coolant System Keeping cool is paramount, not just for ourselves but also for our cars. In addition to checking the level of coolant fluid in your car, go the extra mile and inspect the state of the hoses and the coolant reservoir. Keep an eye out for leaks, especially at joints and connection points, such as where a hose connects to the engine block. Also, squeeze the hoses (when the engine is cool) every once in a while to make sure they feel firm and not excessively squishy or soft. 2. Engine Belts There is usually a serpentine belt...

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