Westworld Alberta
Issue link: http://westworldmagazine.ama.ab.ca/i/68789
allaboutyou Into the Skunk Den Distracted No More Still driving distracted? Take the new AMA Driver Education Distracted Driver Course online and learn how to break those bad habits. Just $30 plus GST. Members save 10 per cent. AMADriver Education.ca/ DistractedDriver Download the CAA Distracted Driving simulation — available at the iTunes Store. ama.ab.ca/ DistractedDrivingApp It was like Dragon's Den for Alberta's digital pioneers. Between October 2011 and March 2012, eight Alberta tech start-ups competed to develop a prototype for what may be the next evolution of AMA Road Reports. The goal? Find bet- ter ways to distribute up-to-the- minute data on road, traffi c and weather conditions. The competition, dubbed Skunkworks, was a joint under- taking between AMA and Startup Edmonton, a non-profi t group that helps new Alberta enterprises get off the ground. Ultimately, two teams stood out: development group Cinder, for its mobile good Samaritan application called Friendly, and University of Alberta consulting spin-off Darkhorse Analytics, for its predictive model- ing and forecasting system. AMA and Startup Edmonton are work- ing with both groups to turn their concepts into reality. "Given that we are an Alberta- based organization, we feel it's important to get inspiration from Albertans and, equally important, look for opportunities to partner with local businesses," said Collin Moody, AMA vice-president and chief information offi cer. 66 WESTWORLD >> JUNE 2012 Health Care Fuel-Savers Patrol With the price of gas these days, Albertans want to get the most out of every tank. AMA's Drive Green Team is hitting community events around the province this summer to promote fuel- effi cient driving and talk to Albertans about electric and hybrid vehicles. Find tips for saving money and reducing emissions online. ama.ab.ca/GreenDriving Data Updates Have you moved? Changed your name? Had a child move out? You can update your Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan details for free at any AMA Centre. ama.ab.ca/ABHealth Bike Assist If your bike breaks down while you're out wheeling around, AMA Bike Assist can help. It's Roadside Assistance for your bike! 1-800-CAA-HELP Baby Your Battery Planning an extended vacation this sum- mer? If you plan to leave your vehicle sitting unused for more than a couple of weeks, pick up a CAA Battery Tender at any AMA centre. These gadgets attach to and monitor your battery, keeping it fully charged while you're away. Voila — no more coming home to a car that won't start. The Only Gift Card You Need Seeking the perfect present for a special occasion — graduation, Father's Day, wedding? An AMA gift membership means savings at the pump, on movie tickets, at hotels and more. Plus, if your special someone ever needs a tow, AMA is there. Members purchasing a new primary gift membership for $94 plus GST can choose between two bonuses. 1-800-222-6400; ama.ab.ca/Gift iStock