All articles in Safe Driving

• 4 basic hand signals for driving you should know and understand

  Nov 08, 2022

  Driver hand signals are important for proper communication when you are on the road. Here’s what you need to know.

• 10 emergency hotline numbers in the Philippines that can potentially save your life

  Aug 04, 2020

  A list of the most relevant emergency hotline numbers in the Philippines that you can call in the event of a car/public transport-related emergency situation.

• Manual or automatic - Which is your choice for towing?

  Oct 09, 2019

  Pulling a trailer can pose serious challenges when it comes to steering. Keep reading to know which is better used when towing, automatic or manual transmission and why!

• 3 simple tips to avoid mistakenly pressing the gas pedal

  Oct 08, 2019

  Stopping the car then shifting gear, not lifting the heel from the floor, and switching from the gas pedal right to the brake pedal are three simple rules to help the driver avoid mistakenly pressing the gas pedal.

• [Philkotse guide] All you need to know about winter tires

  Oct 08, 2019

  Although in the Philippines we will not experience snowfalls, we do need to know about how tires will be different in different seasons just in case you will move aboard.

• Yes, a water bottle can set your vehicle ablaze!

  Nov 30, 2022

  Who would have thought that the highly-beneficial habit of bringing bottled water could result in a catastrophe like your car burning down? Are you surprised? Keep reading for more!

• Dead weight and towed weight: What's the difference?

  Nov 30, 2022

  Both the dead weight and towed weight has something to do with towing. Keep reading to find out what dead and towed weight are and their difference!

• 8 essential tips on how to have your vehicle ready for a typhoon

  Nov 30, 2022

  8 essential tips you need to do to prepare your vehicle for the coming typhoon and why it is important.

• Car smells like burning rubber - Possible causes and solutions

  Aug 16, 2022

  Do you still think that strong and high-quality cleaning materials will be able to get rid of a strong “burnt rubber” odor? Keep reading to know more!

• What does Traction Control System (TCS) light mean?

  Aug 16, 2022

  Everything you need to know about TCS and what you need to do if it illuminates, as well as the possible causes why the TCS light is on.

• 5 essential tips to avoid back pain when driving

  Aug 16, 2022

  This is a list of 5 essential tips for drivers to avoid experiencing back pain when driving and the most common factor associated with it.

• Right of Way: A helpful guide for Pinoy drivers

  Nov 17, 2021

  The Right of Way Act in the Philippines is often misunderstood, causing road conflicts and accidents. Here’s what you need to know.

• A step-by-step guide on how to drive a manual transmission

  Sep 16, 2021

  Are you eager to learn how to drive a manual car but also scared at the same time? Let Philkotse.com teach you how to do it right by reading these tips.

• Car jerks when accelerating – Common causes and solutions

  Aug 16, 2022

  Here are the most common causes of why the car jerks when accelerating, and the possible solutions to resolve the problem.

• [Philkotse guide] Get familiar with different manual transmission gears

  Sep 16, 2021

  Yes, there is wisdom in driving a stick shift even in these days of ubiquitous automatics. Here’s how to go about going manual.