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How Does Car Air Conditioning Work? Get the Facts

We take at look at what’s going on mechanically to get that glorious cool breeze.

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Tour de Force: A Sneak Peek at Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Behind the scenes of the epic mission to create Disney’s new Star Wars land.

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AAA Supports Massachusetts Governor’s Road Safety Bill

AAA Northeast officials were happy to host Gov. Charlie Baker at AAA Boston in March to show support for his proposed road safety legislation.

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Trends Celebrating The Start of Summer

Check out the top trends to get you hyped for the summer season. We talk Cinco de Mayo, dogs, Woodstock and must-have airplane wear.

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Important Notice

To meet the rising costs of providing world-class roadside assistance to our members, annual membership dues will change for some members as of May 1, 2019. Click here for details.    

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10 Nearby College Museums

Brush up on your studies without the pressure of being graded. Visit one of these college museums, all within a day’s drive.

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European River Cruise Itinerary Through Belgium, the Netherlands and More

Can’t decide between a tour and a river cruise? With a river cruise itinerary like this you don’t have to.

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Lending Terms 101: A Lesson in Lending, Loans and Other Financial Topics

A refresher course on lending terms and phrases. Consider sharing with the college students and recent grads in your life – even the ones who think they know it all.

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Your March 2019 Trends

Be in the know. These are the travel trends for March 2019.

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Experience Colorado National Parks and More by Train

A vacation package that offers historic train trips through the Colorado Rockies and national parks.

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Baggage Benefits Are Key When Buying Insurance for a Trip

Wayward luggage is a fine example of why you should get insurance for a trip.

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Pro Tips for Driving in Icy Weather

Preparing your car for winter is one thing, driving in wintry conditions is another. We asked two experts – Cristy Lee, of Motor Trend Network’s “All Girls Garage,” and Danny Kok, chief instructor at AMG Driving Academy – for some tips on navigating icy roads. Advice from Cristy Lee “Your car’s handling is very different inRead More

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Standout AAA Four and Five Diamond Hotels and Restaurants in the Northeast

AAA knows a thing or two about luxury and comfort. Five Diamond hotels and restaurants hold AAA’s highest honor.

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The Most Useful Foreign Phrases to Know

Key words and phrases that could come in handy when traveling abroad.

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MCV – Discover America’s Greatest Treasures

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Onward Has Always Been the AAA Way

Even before there was Ford Motor Company and General Motors, both established in 1908, there was AAA. And before AAA, there was AAA Northeast – if you consider your club the sum of its parts. In 1902, when there was still more than 30 times the number of horses in the U.S. compared to theRead More

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Check Out AAA Diamond Hotels Ahead of Your Next Trip

AAA Diamond hotels and restaurants have been reviewed by expert inspectors. Before you go on your next adventure, check out the AAA Diamond rating.

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Fun Things to Do at an Airport During an Extended Layover

Instead of looking at it as a hassle, look at your layover as some bonus time for yourself.

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2019 Men’s Fashion Trends

When you look good, you feel good! See what’s in style for the year ahead.

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Member Thinks Back on His 1940 Ford Convertible

“My first car (in the early ’50s) was a 1940 Ford convertible. My brother gave it to me when he went into the Navy. I loved the car and had few dates in high school as I spent all my money on repairing, souping up and customizing it. It was a dark green, eight-cylinder, 100-horsepowerRead More