As Breakup season works its way across Alaska more all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are being prepared for muddy off road conditions. While ATVs are often bought for fun, it is extremely important to take safety precautions to avoid injuries while riding. Safety First Many youth use ATVs because you do not need a license to drive an ATV. This makes them common among teens and older … [Read more...]
Alaska ATV Laws
Alaska has special laws referring to the use of all-terrain vehicles (ATV). Many people in Alaska use these vehicles to get around every day. These vehicles are necessary to travel to some rural villages and through mountains, trails and other areas where standard vehicles cannot. Although called recreational vehicles, for individuals in remote areas, ATV's may be the only way in or out … [Read more...]
ATV Accident Statistics
Many people in Alaska enjoy riding all-terrain vehicles as a recreational activity. Unfortunately, some riders do not follow appropriate safety precautions, leading to numerous serious injuries and fatalities each year relating to ATV accidents. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 337 people in the United States died in ATV accidents in 2016. Research continues … [Read more...]
ATV Risks
The great thing about an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) is that it can go places where you can't drive a normal vehicle. That could mean going up the side of a steep mountain or over rough terrain. ATVs are also designed to protect you against additional hazards. All-terrain vehicles pose their own specific risks to riders If an ATV isn't used correctly, the risk of injury increases. … [Read more...]
Recreational Vehicle Insurance: The Basics
While recreational vehicles can be enjoyable, there is a potential for them to be just as dangerous as passenger cars and trucks. This is why adequate insurance is important. Recreational vehicles include several kinds of vehicles, not just RVs. Personal watercraft, boats, off-road vehicles, motor homes, travel trailers, 5th-wheels and golf carts are examples of recreational vehicles. … [Read more...]
Near Tragedy Inspires Two Alaskan Mothers To Promote ATV Regulations
Considering the number of all-terrain and other recreational vehicles in Alaska, it isn’t surprising a large number of accidents involve ATV's. Many of these ATV accidents involve young children. This includes children under the age of 18 who operate the vehicles illegally. It also includes innocent bystanders endangered by underage drivers. Near Tragedy in Kotzebue Inspires … [Read more...]
