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Q&A with AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: November 2026
John Paul, Senior Traffic Safety Manager for AAA Northeast, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.
AAA Northeast: When Clocks Fall Back, Traffic Safety Can Take a Step Backward
AAA Northeast analysis of crash data shows crashes climbed dramatically between 5 and 6 p.m. following the time change.
Risk Factors Converge on Halloween Weekend: More Parties, More Pedestrians, Less Sleep
AAA Northeast urges increased caution as trick-or-treating, late-night celebrations and the end of daylight saving time overlap.
Northeast Gas Prices Continue to Decline Thanks to Strong Domestic Production
Crude prices are up, and geopolitical tensions remain high. However, Northeast gas prices continue to decline as domestic oil and gas production stays strong through autumn and lower-cost winter-blend gasoline reaches retail markets.
AAA Northeast: Teen Driver Safety Week Should Reinforce Safe Driving Habits
Teen Driver Safety Week is an opportunity for families to commit to safe driving.
AAA: A Record Number of Americans Planning Cruise Vacations in 2027
Cruise forecast projects 22.4 million U.S. passengers will travel on ocean cruises next year.
Deer in Headlights: AAA Northeast Alerts Drivers to Peak Deer Crash Season
Erratic deer on roadways during mating season require extra driver alertness.
New AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety Survey Shows Where Drivers Fall Short on the Roadside
Drivers strongly support Slow Down, Move Over laws, but roadside actions don’t always match awareness.
Northeast Pump Prices Inch Down but Remain at Record Highs for Autumn
Gasoline prices are easing slightly throughout most of the Northeast, but ongoing conflict in the Middle East and high oil prices are keeping prices at record highs for this time of year.
AAA Northeast and Motorcycle Safety Foundation Urge Fall Motorcycle Safety Awareness Amid Changing Autumn Road Conditions
Less daylight, colder weather, wet leaves, road debris and increased wildlife activity call for increased safety precautions.
October Brings Easing Pump Prices Across the Northeast
Following the most expensive September on record, Northeast gasoline prices entered October on a gradual downward slide from recent highs thanks to a decline in oil prices and cooling demand.
AAA Northeast Urges Vigilance During National Pedestrian Safety Month
Keeping streets safe for all road users is a shared responsibility.
Northeast Gas Prices Pump the Brakes on Upward Climb
Pump prices across the Northeast are leveling off as a slight dip in oil prices eases some pressure on petroleum markets.
Ready for the First Nor’easter? AAA Northeast’s Essential Tips for Weathering the Storm
For homeowners, drivers and travelers, preparation is key.
AAA Analysis Finds Most Car Seats Are Installed or Used Incorrectly, Putting Children at Risk
New child passenger safety seat inspection data shows over 85% of children moved to adult seat belts too soon.
Northeast Pump Prices Increase Again Amid Continued Market Uncertainty
Northeast pump prices continued rising above seasonal records as global petroleum markets face deepening disruption from the war with Iran.
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.
School’s Back in Session. Is Your Driving Ready?
AAA Northeast calls on drivers to slow down, stay alert and stop for school buses.
Pump Prices Increase Sharply Across the Northeast
Gasoline prices across the Northeast surged as continued attacks in the Middle East pushed oil prices above $100 a barrel again.
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.