There are many different situations that yielding is necessary while driving. Some situations include yield signs while others do not. It is important to understand when to yield, and when not to yield to make Alaskan roads safer. When To Yield Yielding is required when a yield sign is present, such as when entering a highway. It is important to yield to vehicles already on the … [Read more...]
Seatbelts Save Lives
According to Newton’s first law of motion, an object at rest stays at rest and an object in motion stays in motion unless acted upon by an unbalanced force. In car crashes, the point of impact becomes an unbalanced force. When the vehicle stops abruptly, people inside the vehicle will continue to move forward. Seatbelts are designed to offset people continuing to move forward in a … [Read more...]
Insurance Requirements Following A Crash
Liability insurance is required in the State of Alaska (SOA) for all drivers. According to the Alaska Driver Manual, the minimum amount of mandatory liability insurance coverage is $50,000/$100,000 for bodily injury or death and $25,000 for property damage. All drivers are responsible for maintaining minimum insurance coverage. Insurance Company Requirements Most insurance … [Read more...]
Vehicle Maintenance Schedule
Driving on Alaskan roadways can have a unique impact on your vehicle. The maintenance your car or truck requires depends on where, and how, you drive. Be aware of your vehicle's specific needs and keep in mind what variables may impact how frequently some services are required. When Should You Service Your Vehicle? Servicing vehicles depends on whether they're driven "normally" or … [Read more...]
Factors Of Injuries In A Car Crash
Kinetic energy is energy the body has simply by being in motion. When a vehicle collides with another object, such as a tree, wall or other vehicle, the energy transfers to the other object. However, the person or people in the vehicle continue to move even though the vehicle stops. Cars are made to withstand the impact of a crash, people are not. Factors A car crash causes the … [Read more...]
Firework Safety Tips
Celebrating Independence Day will be different for many people this year. In Alaska, many cities have canceled traditional Fourth of July events and firework displays due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you purchase fireworks for your own show, enjoy them safely and take extra precautions to avoid dangerous, and potentially harmful, risks. Be Careful When Lighting Fireworks The … [Read more...]
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