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Jillian Young

Based in Rhode Island, Jillian Young is AAA Northeast's director of public relations. She regularly appears in local TV, radio and print media to discuss traffic safety, travel, insurance and more.

Articles by Jillian Young

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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%.

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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.  

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Gas Prices Are Still Dropping as Summer Heats Up

The peak of the summer driving season is here — and so are falling gas prices.

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AAA Northeast Warns Fourth of July Travelers Across the Northeast About Deadly Hot Car Risks During Summer Heat Wave 

As extreme heat and holiday road travel coincide across the Northeast region, AAA Northeast urges parents and caregivers to prevent pediatric vehicular heatstroke and never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.

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AAA Northeast Analysis: Morning Flights Offer Best Chance of Avoiding Summer Travel Delays Across the Northeast and United States 

New AAA Northeast review of 2025 federal aviation data finds summer flights account for a disproportionate share of delays and cancellations, with earlier departures from airports across Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island significantly more likely to leave on time.

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Pump Prices Decline Again Across the Northeast 

Northeast gas prices are declining ahead of the July Fourth holiday weekend as oil prices hit four-month lows. 

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AAA Northeast Urges Homeowners to Prepare for 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season: Key Insurance and Safety Tips

Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, 2026.

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How to Book Travel Like a Pro This Summer 

AAA Northeast travel advisors share tips to help travelers balance experiences and budget.

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Federal Student Loan Changes: What Families Need to Know Before July 

AAA Northeast’s Director of Student Lending explains what’s changing and financing options.

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Gas Prices Continue Their Decline as Peace Talks Continue 

Drivers are getting some relief at the pump as gasoline prices continue to ease across the Northeast.

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AAA: 72.2 Million Americans Expected to Travel Over July Fourth Week

This year’s Independence Day forecast is just slightly higher than 2025.

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Northeast Gas Prices Continue to Decline as U.S. and Iran Reach Tentative Peace Deal 

Gasoline prices across the Northeast are falling as markets react to the weekend announcement of a tentative peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran that could reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz passageway later this week. 

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AAA Launches National Effort to Bring Millions of Meals to Local Communities  

Partnership with Feeding America® aims to provide meals during summer break, when food insecurity rises for children. 

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Northeast Drivers Get Some Relief at the Pump as Prices Fall 

Northeast gasoline prices keep falling even as global oil markets remain disrupted and conflict continues in the Middle East. 

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Advice for Motorcyclists Hitting the Road After a Hard Winter 

AAA Northeast shares maintenance and safety essentials.

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Gas Prices Fall Sharply Across the Northeast 

Gasoline prices are dropping on increasing optimism that the United States and Iran are edging closer to a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz. 

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AAA Northeast Urges Drivers to Commit to 100 Days of Safe Driving this Summer

As summer brings increased risks, safer choices on the road can save lives

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Gas Prices Take a Breather Across the Northeast 

Northeast gasoline prices are easing slightly on renewed hopes for a deal between the United States and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the nearly three-month-old war that has upended global petroleum markets. 

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AAA Projects 45 Million Americans Will Travel Domestically for Memorial Day Weekend

Forecast slightly tops 2025, when 44.8 million people traveled for the holiday.

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Northeast Gas Prices Continue to Climb Amid Tightening Inventories, War Uncertainty 

Northeast gasoline prices remain under pressure as unsuccessful peace talks between the U.S. and Iran keep oil markets volatile and global supplies tight. 

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