Articles Posted in Alaska Driver Safety

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…

Fall Into Winter – Alaska Road Safety: Changing weather conditions in Alaska make driving more dangerous than in most states, especially at this time of year. Alaskan roads may be dry, debris-covered, wet, snowy, icy or any combination of these on any given day. In addition, certain conditions make roads even more dangerous. For example,…

The Seward Highway is one of America’s most beautiful, yet dangerous highways. Its winding, two-lane layout, unpredictable weather, and heavy tourist traffic create hazards for drivers. A 127-mile National Scenic Byway and All-American Road in Alaska, the Seward Highway connects Anchorage to the city of Seward via the Kenai Peninsula. Dangers Of The Seward Highway…

Autumn Vehicle Care – Regular vehicle maintenance is a key factor to driving safely in Alaska. Prepare your car for the change of season before the weather turns really cold. For those experiencing they first Alaskan winter, check your vehicle now and confirm it’s winterized. Getting Started At Home Autumn vehicle care starts at home. Be sure…

Autumn Driving In Alaska – Alaskan drivers need to adapt with the change of season and be cautious on roadways during autumn. To increase overall safety when traveling on Alaskan roads in the fall – SLOW DOWN. Look for hazards, drive slowly, and keep your vehicle properly maintained for the season. Drive Slowly Through School…

Alaska Autumn Is Here – Fall has firmly planted itself in Alaska with winter approaching. Changing seasons mean drivers need to adjust and employ fall safety precautions while on Alaskan roads. SLOW DOWN for safer fall driving. Adjust For The Sun During Alaska Autumn When leaving indoors, allow your eyes to adjust for a few…

Alaska Commercial Trucking – When a passenger vehicle and a commercial truck collide, the results are often catastrophic. A small passenger vehicle is no match for large, heavy, commercial truck. Unfortunately, spinal injuries, paralysis, and death are far too common in these accidents. Commercial Trucking Accident Statistics Federal and state regulators realize the risk that large commercial…

Alaska Motorcycle Safety – According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, recent data shows motorcyclists are about 28 times as likely to die in a motor vehicle crash compared to passenger car occupants. Safe motorcycling requires balance, coordination, and good judgment. Alaska Motorcycle Safety – Learn To Ride Learning Alaska Motorcycle Safety is crucial due…

Holding drivers accountable for accidents is a key step to a better Alaska. Accidents caused by motorists who are not insured or do not have enough insurance is a problem faced by too many Alaskan victims. Consequently, the injured party must turn to their own insurance for coverage or to sue the at-fault party. As…

Alaska Travel on Independence Day – In Alaska – as well as across the United States – July 4th weekend is referred to as the Fourth of July or Independence Day weekend. The Fourth of July specifically commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Celebrations include a variety of events and…