As the seasons change from fall to winter, it’s time to prepare your vehicle for winter. 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. Maintenance: Winter Tires Placing a pair of sturdy winter tires on your vehicle is on of the most important things you … [Read more...]
Ice and Snow Driving Safety Tips
Ice and snow driving safety tips: 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 and snow driving safety tips may just come … [Read more...]
Fall Into Winter – Auto Safety
Winter is coming, or maybe it is already here. No matter the weather, auto safety through regular 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 before winter arrives. Stay safer on the road during the winter months with good auto safety habits. From basic tasks to those a mechanic should … [Read more...]
Fall Into Winter – Alaska Road Safety
Driving For Weather Conditions 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 angle of the sun and lack of light in the winter … [Read more...]
Autumn Driving Safety Tips
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. Look For Hazards Unexpected hazards such as fallen trees, loose pets, or wildlife can be dangerous to drivers. … [Read more...]
Prepping Vehicles for Colder Weather
Winter is right around the corner. That means it’s time to prepare your vehicle for colder weather. Colder weather conditions can make your car prone to damages. Emergency supplies in your car are critical in case of an accident. Before traveling, check your vehicle and make sure it’s safe to drive. How to Prepare There are several ways you can prepare your car for colder weather … [Read more...]
