If you’re driving in Texas and winter weather hits, you might wonder about the rules for using tire chains. Let’s break it down in simple terms so you can stay safe and legal on the road.

At KPRC 2, we’re dedicated to keeping Houstonians informed. As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston.

As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Can I put my license plate on my windshield? Texas is a two-plate state, and according to the Texas Transportation Code, vehicles must have a mounted front and back license plate. Drivers with plates on their windshield are not compliant by law as it may obstruct their vision. Your license plates must also be visible by police within 50 feet.

As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Is it illegal to block sidewalks while parked in your driveway? We checked with the Texas Transportation Code and it says it is illegal to park over a sidewalk. Officials will cite warnings for first-time offenses, but as a friendly reminder, we just ask that everybody be good neighbors and follow the law. If your car is parked in a City of Houston neighborhood driveway, and you’re blocking the sidewalk, according to ParkHouston, fines start at $40.

As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Is parking on the street in front of your own home allowed and for how long? Answer: According to the Texas Transportation Code, vehicles are allowed to be parked on the street unless prohibited in certain places such as within a specific distance of a crosswalk, fire hydrant, stop sign, etc. 545.303, vehicles parked on the street must be parallel to and within 18 inches of a curb. The code does not mention a time restriction for personal vehicles; however, does state that commercial vehicles may not be parked on residential streets after 10 p.m. and before 6 a.m.

HOUSTON – At KPRC 2, we’re dedicated to keeping Houstonians informed. As part of our new Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things HoustonQuestion: Can you still use your arm to you’re making a turn? Answer: According to Sec. 545.106 of the Texas Transportation Code that talks about signaling, “Except as provided by Subsection (b), an operator required to give a stop or turn signal shall do so by:using the hand and arm; orlighting signal lamps approved by the department.”So yes, it is legal to signal with your arm to indicate that you are turning.

It’s all part of Houston’s dangerous phenomena of street racing. Harris CountyThere’s been at least three deaths connected to street racing in Harris County in the last three months. Here’s a look at some alleged street racing crashes in the Houston-area over the last six months. October 2020Motorcyclist killed after falling from interchange, reportedly racing vehicle on freewayMontgomery CountyMontgomery County doesn’t experience as much street racing as Harris County. Monday, November 23, 2020 at 10pm on KPRC 2WATCH: KPRC 2 Investigates goes undercover to look into the dangers of street racing and street takeovers.

At KPRC 2, we’re dedicated to keeping Houstonians informed. As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Is it illegal to cross a parking lot to avoid a traffic light? Section 545.423 of the Texas Transportation Code stated that drivers “may not cross a sidewalk or drive through a driveway, parking lot, or business or residential entrance without stopping the vehicle.”Drivers also cannot cross or drive in or on a sidewalk, driveway, parking lot, or residence at an intersection to turn from one highway to another, especially when avoiding a traffic light. Send it our way, and we will try to hunt down an answer.