Tag: AAA Foundation
Slow Down, Move Over Laws Expanded
April 09, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio
Thanks in part to AAA advocacy, slow down, move over laws have been expanded in three states.
Don’t Drive Intexticated: Dangers of Texting and Driving
April 09, 2024. Andrew Sheldon
Distracted driving can have devastating consequences, yet a significant number of drivers admit to using their smartphones behind the wheel.
Driving in the Rain and Other Spring Driving Tips
March 27, 2024. AAA Staff
Cautious driving and proper car care are important aspects of staying safe in the rain.
How to Avoid Drowsy Driving on a Road Trip
March 08, 2024. Christina Elston
Drowsy driving is just as dangerous as driving while drunk.
What Is a Hit-and-Run?
August 28, 2023. Marisa Perjatel
Learn about the insurance implications of a hit-and-run crash and what to do if you are a victim.
The Truth About Distracted Driving
April 03, 2023. Angelica Beneke
Research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals contradiction between the perceived dangers of distracted driving and driver behavior.
Joining Forces With State Police Units for Shifting Gears Program
September 23, 2021. AAA Staff
AAA Northeast is partnering with local State Police to educate young people on the effects marijuana has on driving.
Tips for Choosing Your Kid’s First Car
April 15, 2021. Nicole Wakelin
How to find the safest, sturdiest and most practical car for your new driver.
AAA Responds as Marijuana Legalization Expands
April 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
As more states move toward legalization, AAA is educating the public about the dangers of drugged driving.
The Worst Roads in America Are in the Northeast
September 25, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
The U.S. has a $146 billion backlog in needed roadway safety improvements, according to a report from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. It appears that a large portion of those improvements are needed in the Northeast.
AAA Is Shifting Gears
August 29, 2019. John Galvin
As marijuana legalization continues, new measures need to be taken to keep the roads safe and drivers informed.
Deaths Caused by Running Red Lights Reaches a 10-Year High
August 29, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
939 people died from red-light accidents in 2017, nearly half were passengers or people in other vehicles.
Senior Drivers Using Potentially Impairing Medications
May 03, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
AAA Foundation finds that nearly 1 in 5 older drivers uses medications that should be avoided.
Automated Driving Terminology Causes Driver Confusion
April 21, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
AAA study shows that four-in-10 Americans misjudge partially-automated driving systems’ abilities based on names such as Autopilot and Pilot Assist.
Follow These Medicine Reminder Tips and Never Miss a Dose Again
January 20, 2019. Nick Tavares
Do you take daily medication? Remember your daily dose and stay on top of your health with these helpful tips.
How to Survive a Road Trip With Kids
November 17, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Learn how to limit the real distractions that come with a weekend getaway or road trip with kids and make the experience fun for all.
Put the Brakes on Distracted Driving
June 21, 2018. John Galvin
Summer is finally here in the Northeast, and many of us will be jumping in the car and taking road trips near and far. During this time, you’re bound to experience more drivers on the road than any other time of year. If you’re like me, you’re also noticing the increasing number of drivers who…
Drowsy Driving Endangers Lives
April 16, 2018. John Galvin
The busier our lives get, the more we wish for time to get things done. But according to the experts, what we all need more of is sleep.
Curb Cellphone Use to Keep Our Roadways Safe
March 14, 2018. John Galvin
Many years ago, I got my first cellphone. It was larger than the one I have today, and I could only make phone calls on it. Fast-forward to 2018, and cellphones are mini-computers that allow you to talk, text, watch shows, listen to podcasts and buy your favorite products. However, cellphones are also devices that…
AAA Leads Teen Driving Safety Efforts
February 21, 2018. John Galvin
Helping teens learn to drive safely is one of the most important missions we have at AAA. Why? Because motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the U.S. At AAA, our commitment to helping teens drive safely dates to the 1940s. That was the start of our successful driver training…