Articles Posted in Alaska Driver Safety

12 Essential Tips for Safer Travel on Alaska Roads Alaska Summer Driving Safety – Summer is one of the best times to explore Alaska. As a result, visitors and residents alike travel thousands of miles to experience the state’s mountains, glaciers, wildlife, fishing, hiking, and world-famous national parks. While longer days and warmer weather make…

Essential RV And Travel Tips Alaska Summer Road Trip Safety – Planning an Alaska summer road trip? Whether you’re traveling by car, motorhome, camper, or towing a trailer, preparation is one of the best ways to prevent accidents and enjoy a safe adventure. Alaska’s highways offer breathtaking scenery, but they also present unique challenges, including…

Prepare Your Vehicle for a Safe Road Trip Alaska Summer Driving Checklist – Every summer, thousands of Alaskans and visitors travel the state’s scenic highways to fish, camp, hike, explore national parks, and enjoy the Midnight Sun. While Alaska’s breathtaking landscapes make every road trip memorable, the state’s remote highways, changing weather, and long distances…

Winter Weather Visibility – It’s every Alaskan’s responsibility to travel safely along Alaska roadways. Whether traveling as a pedestrian or in a vehicle, it’s important to remain visible when using Alaska’s roads. Consider different factors, such as possible weather and seasonal hazards, before walking or driving. Pedestrian Visibility In Winter Weather Pedestrians are difficult to…

Slow Down Alaska. Winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions. In these frigid months, it is important to prepare yourself – and your vehicle – for any situation you may encounter. Whether it is ensuring that your vehicle has the proper tires for rough conditions or just slowing down in general, the following ice…

Winter Auto Safety – Alaska’s winter is already here. Auto safety through winter vehicle maintenance is a good idea. Extreme temperature changes can affect your car, so it’s important to make sure your car is in working order for winter driving. Stay safer on the road during the winter months with good winter auto safety…

Winter Tires and Alaska – Preparing your vehicle for driving on Alaskan roadways during the winter is very important. There are a variety of winter tires that help with traction in cold, slippery road conditions. However, there are options besides classic all-season tires. Choosing the correct tires and accessories for winter driving increases safety for you…

Winter Vehicle Prep – As Alaska rolls into winter, it’s time to prepare your vehicle for winter driving. Vehicle maintenance for every season is important. However, it’s especially important in winter. With dropping temperatures and falling snow, preparing your vehicle is a must. Wiper Blades A good set of wiper blades during the winter is…

Winter Driving – Each year, with the onset of significant winter weather, the number of motor vehicle accidents increases. The arrival of winter with slippery, icy road conditions is predictable, however, the level of the driver’s training and skill in the car beside you or behind you is not. Thus, the importance of being an assertive, conscientious,…

Car Restraints – use them correctly for Alaska’s children. Alaskan parents may be unaware that the National Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) lists car accidents as a leading cause of death for children. Many of these deaths are preventable with the proper use of car seats or car restraint systems. Sadly, parents often use the…