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Homeowner's Insurance

Storm Explainer: Storm Categories and More

October 11, 2024. Marisa Perjatel

Do you know your “watch” from your “warning”? Find out in this guide to storm categories and other meteorologist lingo.

Fall Fest & Road Trips

Best Place to View Fall Foliage? From the Top

October 07, 2024. Karen Croke

Find superlative Northeast fall leaf peeping from these seven historic towers.

Cars & Trucks

The History of the Car Cup Holder

August 22, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

We take it for granted, but it wasn’t long ago that the car cup holder didn’t exist. Here’s how it became such an important automotive feature.

Cars & Trucks

100 Greatest Songs About Cars and Driving

July 19, 2024. AAA Staff

Update your road trip playlist with these classic tunes.

Food & Dining

Where to Eat Brunch in the Northeast

May 03, 2024. AAA Staff

21 nearby brunch spots for all the midday pancakes, eggs Benny and bottomless mimosas your heart desires.

Road Trips

Premier Music Festivals Are Just a Drive Away

May 01, 2024. Sarah Hopkins

Some of the country’s best live music events happen here in the Northeast. 

Road Trips

7 Minor League Baseball Cities Worth Visiting

March 22, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Minor league baseball can be a less expensive, more entertaining alternative to major league games. Plus, teams are located in distinctly unique cities, ideal for exploring.

Air Travel

Travel the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

January 10, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

The civil rights movement was one of the most transformative times in American history. It would be impossible to summarize its significance in a single museum, or honor its participants’ efforts with a sole monument. Fortunately, there is the U.S. Civil Rights Trail to do just that.

Holiday Highlights

Your AAA 2023 Holiday Movie Showdown

December 18, 2023. AAA Staff

Find out the winner of our festive face-off!

Day Trips & Holiday Highlights

Cut Your Own Tree at Northeast Christmas Tree Farms

November 27, 2023. Marisa Perjatel

Choose and chop the perfect tree this year at a farm near you.

Theme Park Vacations

Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights Terrify and Delight

October 19, 2023. Julie Tremaine

Join the scream-fest at one of the scariest and most fun-filled Halloween events in the country.

Auto History

Why Are Popular Car Colors So Boring? A Brief History of Car Paint

June 29, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

The most common car colors have gone from all the luminous colors of the rainbow to a mix of black, white and gray. Here’s why.

Auto History

STOP for Stop Sign History

April 20, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

It may may seem simple enough, but stop sign history shows a lot of work went into its red octagonal design.

Auto History

The History of the Car Wash Industry

June 16, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Car wash history began with workers pushing cars from station to station. Now cars are pristinely cleaned by machines in mere minutes.

Road Trips

Holiday Shopping on the Road

October 31, 2021. Dallas Ernst

Check off your gift list during your holiday travels and get into the spirit of the season at any of these shopping destinations.

Auto History

Headlights, Camera, Action: Drive-In Movie Theaters in the Northeast

June 04, 2021. Jerry Ascierto

Drive-in movie theaters are more than just another way to watch a film — they’re an experience. Are they poised to make a comeback?

Cars & Trucks

Unique Car Clubs Throughout the Country

September 18, 2019. Nicole Wakelin

Car clubs allow owners to bond, reminisce and flat-out enjoy their beloved set of wheels with like-minded car connoisseurs.

Food & Dining

Iconic Philly Foods

April 23, 2019. Roberto Cruz

Wake up your taste buds for this journey to the best food destinations in Philly.

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Cars & Trucks

Autos Are Art at Newport Car Museum

September 04, 2018. Rebecca Galib

When most people think of art, colorful paintings and elaborately carved sculptures come to mind. The Newport Car Museum in Portsmouth, R.I., spotlights a different kind of art: the automobile.

Road Trips

Top 10 Things to Do in the Catskills

August 27, 2018. Jeanette Zinno

From snowshoeing and hiking to apple picking and horseback riding, the variety of things to do in the Catskills region make it a year-round destination. If you’re looking for exciting ways to be active in nature or simply want someplace beautiful to relax, you’ll find it all here.