Tag: a car
Car Care You Can DIY and When to Pay a Professional
April 12, 2021. Nicole Wakelin
How to identify car care that you can manage on your own and when it’s best to leave it up to the experts.
How to Care for Your Car Brakes
April 08, 2021. Nicole Wakelin
Properly caring for car brakes helps ensure that you and your loved ones are safe on the road. Do you need a car brake repair?
5 of the Best European Vacations for Your Bucket List
April 02, 2021. Albert Stumm
European vacations that probably weren’t in your future plans, from historical Italy to remote Icelandic wilderness and trekking through Spain.
How Vehicle Glass Affects Safety Features
April 01, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Cameras and sensors located on or near your windshield help your vehicle’s safety features operate properly.
Driving in Sicily: The Long and Winding Road
March 03, 2021. Nick Popolo
This past fall, a road trip in Sicily fulfilled one AAA member’s personal goal of driving abroad – and tested his driving moxie against their notorious drivers.
Members Recall Days on AAA School Safety Patrol
March 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
In commemoration of the program’s 100th anniversary, AAA Northeast members look back fondly on their time as School Safety Patrollers.
AAA Car Battery Experts Answer All Your Questions
February 17, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Do you know when your car battery will die? Or how to properly jump start it? AAA car battery experts tell all.
Test Drive: Superb Sedans
February 01, 2021. Alan Rider
You might think traditional automotive body styles are a thing of the past. Not so fast. Turns out there are several sedans on the market that qualify as fabulous four-doors.
How to Jump a Car Battery Safely Every Time
February 01, 2021. Nicole Wakelin
Although roadside assistance is always available to help, jumping a car battery safely is a useful skill to know.
Test Drive: Escape Artists
January 25, 2021. Alan Rider
There are times when you just need to get away. Naturally, that task is made much easier with the right set of wheels, like these two compact crossovers.
The Top Tech Finds for 2024
January 14, 2021. Ellen R. Delisio
The CES 2024 Consumer Technology Association trade show featured some exciting future automobile technology and plenty of other impressive products.
17 Ways to Make the Most of Your Money
January 05, 2021. Ellis Einhorn
Capitalize on your income and reach your money goals with these tips.
It Now Costs More Than Ever to Own a Car
December 23, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
In 2020, the average annual cost of vehicle ownership rose to more than $9,500.
10 Things Your Auto Insurance Agent Wants to Know About You
November 01, 2020. Vanessa Young
The questions your insurance agent asks are designed to get you the best policy and rate.
New York’s New Seat Belt Law Takes Effect on Nov. 1
October 29, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
The new law requires passengers 16 and older to wear a seat belt in the back seat of a vehicle.
A Guide to Buying a Rental Car
October 27, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Most car rental agencies sell their cars when newer models arrive, creating a golden opportunity to buy a used car in good condition at an excellent price.
How Has Auto Glass Technology Evolved Over the Years?
October 05, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
We’ve come a long way from window glass that did more harm than good.
The Best Convertibles for Leaf Peeping
October 05, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Open-air driving in autumn may seem like an odd pairing, but the best convertibles only enhance a fall foliage trip.
What Happens If You Crash Your Rental Car?
September 18, 2020. Nicole Wakelin
There are a few important additional steps that need to be taken after a rental car crash to ensure the process goes smoothly.
Here’s What Your Mechanic Says Is Damaging Your Car
August 29, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Here’s one diagnostic technician’s take on the most common maintenance misconceptions and mistakes.