Driving in an Alaskan winter is no joke. When you are getting ready to head out on an adventure outside of Eielson Airforce Base and Fort Wainwright, preparing and getting ready for your drives is crucial. The solitude makes preparation for every trip a requirement. Whether it’s preparing an emergency kit or getting your vehicle ready with a new set of tires, the team at Chevrolet Buick GMC Of Fairbanks covers how to drive in winter in Alaska and created a guide to driving in Alaskan winters.
When you are getting ready for your next trip outside of North Pole, you should start by checking with the national weather service for weather warnings, advisories and more. If there are extreme weather conditions, maybe wait it out.
Before you leave, make sure your vehicle is prepped by being winterized. You should also have your vehicle checked over for things like proper tire pressure, defroster & heater, battery & lights, motor oil, antifreeze, belts, hoses, filters, brakes, brake fluid, wiper blades and windshield washer fluid. You should also carry additional provisions in case you do end up stuck for a while.
Once you have your vehicle prepped, your emergency kit created, and your extra supplies loaded up, you’ll want to proceed carefully on Delta Junction roads. The major highways like Denali Highway, Denali Park Highway, Taylor Highway, Top-of-the World Highway, McCarthy Road and the Nome area have limited or no maintenance. As you drive, consider:
When you are headed out on a day in the Alaskan winter, you’ll be dealing with a whole different breed of weather and roads. In addition to the supplies that we mention in the summer kit, we suggest a few additional tools for your Alaska winter car emergency kit:
When you are headed out of town for your next adventure, visit Fairbanks beforehand to get ready for your next adventure. Our team at Chevrolet Buick GMC Of Fairbanks is happy to help you prep your vehicle by checking all of your fluids and mechanisms. You can also chat with our tire center about upgrading to a new set of tires for the winter season.
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