Page 6 - Explore Your AAA – AAA Southern Pennsylvania – Fall 2022

6
EXPLORE | MEMBER NEWS FALL EDITION 2022
Avoid Animal Collisions
Discover Trip Canvas
Michael Tatman | Shutterstock
While any animal on the road is dangerous, deer are the most often cause of collisions. They can be unpredictable – particularly during peak running seasons for deer, between October and December – and you never know when one might dash out in front of your vehicle. There are actions you can take to help prevent an accident or reduce the damage from an animal collision.
• Keep your eyes moving back and forth. Continuously sweep your eyes across the road for signs of animals and movement. While the most likely accident would be caused by an animal darting in front of you, one also might hit you by running into the side of your car.
• Be especially attentive in the early morning and evening. Many animals, especially deer, are most active during prime commuting hours – roughly 5 to 8 a.m. and 5 to 8 p.m.
• At night, use high beams when there’s no oncoming traffic to help spot animals sooner. The light reflecting off their eyes also may help reveal their location.
• Slow down and watch for deer to appear. Deer rarely travel alone, so if you see one, there are likely to be one or several more nearby.
• Use brakes if impact is imminent. If an animal is in your path, stay in your lane. Swerving away from animals can confuse them so they don’t know which way to run. It also can put you in the path of oncoming vehicles or cause you to crash into objects on the side of the road.
• Always wear a seatbelt. According to the Insurance Information Institute, the chances of getting injured when hitting an animal are much higher if you don’t have your seatbelt on.
• Don’t go near a wounded animal. A frightened and wounded animal can be unpredictable. If it’s in the middle of the road and blocking traffic, call the police immediately.
Consider purchasing comprehensive insurance if you don’t already have it. Comprehensive insurance is the type of insurance that covers animal collisions. For more information on auto, homeowners and other insurance products, contact your AAA Insurance Agent at 800-222-1469 or go to AAA.com/Insurance.
Mila Supinskaya Glashchenko | Shutterstock
Dreaming up your next vacation, but not quite ready to book yet? Try Trip Canvas. Explore and plan vacation experiences and keep your ideas organized all in one place. AAA Members can search destinations and customize vacation boards by adding things that interest you, like hotels, cruises, tours, activities and city guides. Plus, members can enjoy exclusive deals and perks, and when you’re ready to turn your vacation into reality, you can easily share your plans with your Travel Agent. Discover Trip Canvas at AAA.com/TripCanvas.
RushMyPassport
THE BIG WORLD | Shutterstock
Traveling soon and need a passport? AAA has teamed up with RushMyPassport to offer exclusive rates to AAA members on expediting services for U.S. passports and global travel visas, saving you time and a trip to the passport office. For more details, go to AAA.RushMyPassport.com.