Chapter 18 DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE Copyright 2005

Chapter 18 DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Chapter Objectives • Alcohol and other drugs • Preventing drunk driving • DUI and the law Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Alcohol and Other Drugs • Types of alcohol • Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) • What determines a person’s BAC • How the body gets rid of alcohol Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Alcohol and Other Drugs • The physiological effects of alcohol – vision – physical reflexes and coordination • How alcohol affects judgment • Other drugs Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Types of Alcohol Type of Alcoholic Beverage % of Alcohol Beer Domestic. . . . 3 -5% Imports. . . . 3 -11% Microbrews. . . 4 -12% Wine. . . . 12 -14% Wine coolers. . . 3 -5% Hard liquor Whiskey, vodka, rum, tequila. . . . . 40% Single malt scotch and some bourbon. . . . 40 -63% Fruit liqueur, blended liqueur, fortified wine (brandy, port). . . 20% Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Blood Alcohol Concentration Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Preventing Drunk Driving • Resisting peer pressure • Setting limits on yourself • Alternatives to drinking and driving • Avoiding drunk drivers on the road Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

DUI and the Law • DUI and DWI • Implied consent • Tests for intoxication • Sobriety checkpoints Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

DUI and the Law • Open container laws • Administrative per se laws • Penalties for DUI convictions Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Chapter 19 LICENSING AND VEHICLE OWNERSHIP Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Chapter Objectives • The licensing process • Insuring your vehicle • Your driving record • Buying and selling a vehicle Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

The Licensing Process • The driver’s license • The Department of Motor Vehicles • Age restrictions • Restricted licenses Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

The Licensing Process • The learner’s permit • Graduated (provisional) licensing • Driver’s license testing • After receiving your driver’s license Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Insuring Your Vehicle • Types of vehicle insurance • Insurance rates • Exclusions • Filing a claim Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Your Driving Record • The demerit point system • License suspension and revocation • Penalties for traffic convictions Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Buying and Selling a Vehicle • New or used? • Alternative fuel vehicles • Researching the market • Buying a new car Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Buying and Selling a Vehicle • Buying a used car • Financing your vehicle • Auto loans • Title and registration • Leasing a car Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Chapter 20 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, AND SECURITY Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Chapter Objectives • Preventive maintenance • Selecting a mechanic • Vehicle equipment and accessories • Vehicle security Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Preventive Maintenance Tire maintenance • inflation • wear Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Preventive Maintenance Fluid levels • • • oil transmission fluid brake fluid coolant other fluids Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Preventive Maintenance • Belts, hoses, and wires • Brake pads • The engine • Steering and suspension Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Preventive Maintenance • Routine maintenance schedule • Refueling • Protecting the exterior Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Selecting a Mechanic Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Vehicle Equipment and Accessories • Safety-oriented equipment • Vehicle accessories • Equipment for disabled drivers Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

Vehicle Security • When and why vehicles are stolen • Preventing vehicle theft • Antitheft devices and systems Copyright 2005 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.