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AAA: New Vehicle Ownership Costs Hit $12,863 Annually
Despite rising gas prices, AAA analysis finds fuel savings from electric vehicles and hybrids do not fully offset higher ownership costs when compared to comparable gas-powered models.
Pump Prices Surge Across the Northeast
Despite the summer driving season coming to an end with Labor Day weekend now in the rearview mirror, gasoline prices are heating up at a time of year when they’re usually cooling down.
Surging E-Bike Crashes Highlight Emerging Roadway Crisis
AAA Northeast offers guidance to parents and potential e-bike riders to ensure safety.
Northeast Gas Prices Increase, August Ends as Most Expensive on Record
Gasoline prices are moving higher across the Northeast amid the ongoing war with Iran and declining domestic inventories of both crude oil and gasoline, which are at multi-year lows.
2026 AAA Labor Day Travel Trends: Cruises, National Parks and European Cities Lead Holiday Weekend Demand
AAA booking data highlights top destinations including Seattle, Orlando, Boston, Vancouver, Rome and London.
Gas Prices Rise Across the Northeast, Bucking Seasonal Trend
Northeast pump prices are climbing as tensions remain high between the United States and Iran and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues to constrain global petroleum supplies.
New AAA Foundation Research Finds Speeding Has Become the “New Normal” for Drivers Across the Northeast and United States
National survey reveals widespread acceptance of speeding, while state crash data highlights the safety risks associated with excessive speed.
Northeast Gas Prices Continue Downward Streak Despite Ongoing Market Pressures
Northeast gasoline prices declined for a third straight week, but a stalemate in the tensions between the United States and Iran is keeping the pressure on petroleum markets.
Q&A with AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: August 2026
John Paul, Senior Traffic Safety Manager for AAA Northeast, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.
AAA Northeast Warns Consumers About Flood-Damaged Cars Entering the Used Car Market After Flash Flooding
Following heavy rain and flooding across the Northeast, AAA Northeast urges used vehicle shoppers to look for signs of flood damage and verify vehicle history before purchasing.
Gas Prices Ease Amid Continued Market Volatility
Northeast gasoline prices edged down as reports of easing hostilities between the United States and Iran sent crude prices lower. However, those reports had already begun to shift by the morning of Aug. 3, as Iran said there were no planned talks with the U.S.
AAA Northeast Offers Flood Safety and Vehicle Damage Tips Following Flash Flooding
As heavy rain and flooding impact communities across the Northeast this summer, AAA Northeast reminds drivers of the risks floodwaters pose to vehicles
AAA Northeast: Tips to Prevent Vehicle Theft Amid Increased Summer Risk
July’s National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month highlights the importance of taking preventive measures, even as thefts decline nationwide.
AAA Northeast: Pedestrian Deaths Decline Across New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Rhode Island in Latest 2025 Highway Safety Data
New Governors Highway Safety Association report shows pedestrian fatalities fell across much of the Northeast and nationwide for a third consecutive year, though deaths remain above pre-pandemic levels and roadway safety challenges persist.
Northeast Gas Prices Increase an Average of 10 Cents from Last Week
Gas prices across the Northeast are higher after another week of oil prices climbing in response to heightened tensions between the United States and Iran.
Northeast Gas Prices Surge Back Above $4
Drivers in the Northeast are paying an average of more than $4 per gallon for gasoline after renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran once again put pressure on global oil and gas supplies.
AAA Northeast Offers Tips for Driving When Air Quality Is Poor
AAA Northeast shares a few simple tips to help drivers stay safe and breathe easier on the road during smoky conditions.
AAA Study: Extreme Summer Heat Reduces Electric Vehicle Range and Efficiency
New AAA research shows 95-degree temperatures can reduce EV range by 8.5%.
Gas Prices Rising Again Across the Northeast
After weeks of decline, gas prices in the Northeast have made a U-turn and are climbing again following resumed conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Gas Prices Are Still Dropping as Summer Heats Up
The peak of the summer driving season is here — and so are falling gas prices.