Department: Your Roads
Hello, I Must Be Going – Volkswagen Beetle/Ford Fusion Hybrid
December 28, 2018. Alan Rider
There was a time when the Volkswagen Beetle was the ride of choice for the cool kids. Well, with VW’s latest Beetle, it seems that time has come again. Or come and very nearly gone, as Volkswagen has announced plans to kill off its most iconic nameplate, which is a shame not only for nostalgic…
Practical-y Perfect – Hyundai Kona/Honda Fit
December 27, 2018. Alan Rider
While many daydream about driving a sports car, reality eventually calls. Two remarkably sensible new models meld sport and style.
Tristan Nunez Recalls His Subaru STI
December 27, 2018. AAA Staff
The race car driver started his automotive career with a trusty stick shift.
Tread Lightly This Winter
December 22, 2018. Andrew Sheldon
Protect your family – and your car – from harsh conditions with our safety tips.
Cannabis and Driving
December 21, 2018. Andrew Sheldon
The legalization of marijuana is gaining popularity within the U.S. A recent Gallup poll found that 66 percent of Americans support marijuana legalization. More than half of the states have legalized marijuana use to some extent. Of the six states in the AAA Northeast footprint, only Massachusetts has legalized the recreational use of marijuana. But…
Pro Tips for Driving in Icy Weather
December 20, 2018. AAA Staff
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 in…
Ryan Serhant Fondly Remembers His Ford Taurus
November 15, 2018. AAA Staff
This New York City real estate mogul is best known as one of the stars of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing New York.” Since the show’s premiere in 2012, Serhant and his team have sold billions of dollars of real estate. His success led to his own spinoff, “Sell It Like Serhant,” which debuted in April….
Toyota Corolla Hatchback Is One of the Best in Its Class
November 15, 2018. John Paul
The 2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback isn’t exactly new; it’s a re-imagined version of the Toyota iM that was once the Scion iM. This Corolla hatchback is powered by a new 168-horsepower 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine. Performance from the 168-horsepower engine was pretty good, not exactly sporty but more than enough power for any driving conditions….
Ram 1500 is Powerful, Yet Quiet and Comfortable
November 15, 2018. John Paul
The Ram 1500 pickup truck has been completely updated for 2019. There are a total of 29 different configurations of the Ram 1500 pickup. My road test was in the two-wheel-drive Ram 1500 Big Horn Sport Quad Cab with the 5.7 liter mild-hybrid V-8 engine. The 5.7-liter V-8 provided plenty of power. The ride was…
Hyundai Veloster R-Spec is the Latest “Hot Hatchback”
October 19, 2018. John Paul
When it comes to “hot” hatchbacks, most people think of the Volkswagen Golf GTI, Subaru Impreza WRX STi, Honda Civic Si or Ford Focus ST. These small cars are nimble, quick and fun to drive. The latest car in this segment is the Hyundai Veloster R-Spec. My road test vehicle featured a 201-horsepower, 1.6-liter turbocharged…