Safety & Maintenance

At AK & Sons, vehicle safety and proper maintenance are essential to a successful rideshare operation.

A properly maintained vehicle helps protect drivers, passengers, and other road users while reducing avoidable disruptions to income-generating activities.

Our Safety and Maintenance resources explain how drivers can help maintain their leased vehicles and respond appropriately to mechanical concerns, accidents, and emergencies.

AK & Sons requires vehicle inspections every 30 days or 5,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

These inspections help identify maintenance concerns, evaluate vehicle condition, and reduce the risk of preventable mechanical problems.

Drivers are responsible for complying with inspection requirements and arranging inspections through approved procedures.

Before beginning your driving activities, take a few minutes to inspect your vehicle.

Check for:

• Tire damage, low pressure, or unusual wear
• Warning lights on the dashboard
• Visible fluid leaks
• Damaged lights, mirrors, or windows
• Unusual sounds or changes in vehicle performance
• Conditions that could interfere with safe operation

Report concerns promptly. Do not continue operating a vehicle that appears unsafe.

Small problems can become expensive repairs or safety hazards when ignored.

Contact AK & Sons promptly when you notice unusual vehicle behavior, warning indicators, overheating, braking problems, or other mechanical concerns.

Do not authorize repairs or modifications without obtaining the required approval, except when emergency action is necessary to protect immediate safety.

If you are involved in an accident:

1. Stop safely and assess the situation.
2. Call 911 when there are injuries, immediate hazards, or another emergency.
3. Contact the police and obtain a report as required by your lease and applicable law.
4. Photograph the vehicles, damage, license plates, and accident scene when safe.
5. Exchange appropriate information with the other parties.
6. Notify AK & Sons promptly.
7. Follow the applicable accident and insurance reporting procedures.

Do not independently negotiate or settle a claim involving an AK & Sons-owned vehicle without the required authorization.

For information about insurance responsibilities, your contractual deductible obligation, and claims coordination, see Commercial Insurance Assistance for Rideshare & Delivery Drivers.

Drivers are expected to maintain a clean vehicle suitable for passenger transportation.

Regular cleaning helps create a better passenger experience and protects the condition of the vehicle.

Smoking is prohibited under the standard leasing requirements.

Additional cleaning charges may apply when a vehicle is returned in a condition that violates the lease.

Drivers must obey traffic laws, speed limits, and applicable rideshare platform requirements.

Unsafe driving can endanger passengers and other road users, create financial liability, and jeopardize continued participation in the leasing program.

AK & Sons uses vehicle monitoring measures as described in its lease and applicable notices to support compliance with operating requirements.

If your vehicle becomes disabled:

1. Move to a safe location when possible.
2. Activate hazard lights when appropriate.
3. Avoid attempting repairs in unsafe conditions.
4. Contact emergency services when necessary.
5. Notify AK & Sons and follow instructions for approved vehicle recovery or repairs.

Roadside assistance is not included as a standard program benefit. Drivers should understand the applicable responsibilities and procedures before an emergency occurs.

AK & Sons and its drivers each play an important role in maintaining vehicle safety and protecting the long-term reliability of the fleet.

Prompt reporting, preventive maintenance, and responsible operation help reduce interruptions and support a more dependable driving experience.

Safety First. Maintenance Matters. Reliability Supports Your Business.