Tag: AAA
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…
Massachusetts RMV Opens at AAA Boston
March 14, 2018. AAA Staff
Gov. Charlie Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito recently celebrated the launch of Registry of Motor Vehicles services at the AAA Boston branch, along with representatives of AAA Northeast, the state Department of Transportation and the state Registry of Motor Vehicles. The event capped off an effort between the RMV and AAA to provide registry…
Member Reminisces About His 1921 Model T
March 14, 2018. AAA Staff
Back in 1949, when I was 13 years old, my grandfather had a 1921 Ford Model T, which I could have with my father’s permission. He gave in after I agreed to keep it off the hayfields. When it was delivered, I asked my father to teach me how to drive it. He just started…
Surprising Savannah Has Much to Discover
March 14, 2018. AAA Staff
Savannah is ready to surprise you. Tourists planning to visit Georgia’s oldest city may expect to walk beneath haunting Spanish moss or check out charming city squares. But did you know the city has a bustling, family-friendly waterfront? Here are a few options for enjoying this Southern gem that you might not have known about. Budget Stay:…
Brian Tyree Henry’s ’88 Honda Accord
March 12, 2018. Roberto Cruz
This Emmy-nominated actor made a name for himself in the critically acclaimed Broadway musical “The Book of Mormon.” He stars in the Golden Globe-winning FX series “Atlanta” and has several films being released this year, including “Widows,” “Hotel Artemis” and “White Boy Rick.” You can also catch him on the new season of “Atlanta” and in his…
The Legendary Ford Mustang: 1964 and Today
March 12, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Few vehicles are as iconic as the Ford Mustang. See how today’s version compares to the original.
What’s Behind a Car’s Design
March 12, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Mark Trostle wants the cars he draws to give you goosebumps. And he knows how to do it. The head of Dodge and SRT design at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has created some of the prettiest performance cars in history during his 25-year career. Yet the design chief behind the fifth generation Dodge Viper and the 840-horsepower…
Driving a 2018 Hyundai Elantra
March 12, 2018. John Paul
The Hyundai Elantra GT is a five-door front-wheel-drive hatchback powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 161 horsepower. Transmission choices are a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. In addition to the standard GT, there is the Elantra GT Sport which ups the performance by adding a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine that produces 201 horsepower….
Behind the Wheel of the 2018 VW Golf
March 12, 2018. John Paul
The Golf is the car that started the “hot hatch” trend of fun-to-drive, peppy, great-handling hatchbacks. Based on AAA’s review, the latest version may be the best yet.
Antonio Banderas Remembers His BMW 5 Series
March 12, 2018. Roberto Cruz
The superstar actor, director and singer talks to Your AAA about his first car.
42 Home Improvement Projects: And How to Protect Your Biggest Investment
March 05, 2018. AAA Staff
Learn fun DIY renovation projects and how to protect your biggest investment – your home – with this free guide from Your AAA.
64 Must-See Sights in Europe: And How to Book the Ultimate European Vacation
March 05, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Inspire your next European vacation with this free guide to the best attractions in Europe. Click here for helpful travel tips and videos, too!
Stay Hip to Today’s Home Improvement Trends
March 02, 2018. AAA Staff
What’s hot in home remodeling.
42 Home Improvement Projects
March 01, 2018. AAA Staff
Crush your next home improvement project – and get a little renovation inspiration – with this free guide from Your AAA.
64 Must-See Sights in Europe
March 01, 2018. AAA Staff
Inspire your next European vacation with this guide to the best attractions in Europe. Click here for helpful travel tips and videos, too!
Seven of the Most Scenic Spots in US National Parks
February 23, 2018. Pamela Hunt
U.S. national parks boast some of the most picturesque locations in the world. Here are a few you can’t miss.
Exploring the Canadian Rockies and Pacific Northwest by Rail
February 23, 2018. Vanessa Young
Your guide to an unforgettable railroad adventure among mountain peaks and pristine coastlines.
When to Replace Your Central AC System
February 23, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
Central air not cooling? Here’s how to know when it’s time to replace your central air conditioning system.
AAA is a Driving Force for America’s Roads
February 21, 2018. Jill Schensul
AAA is pretty much synonymous with American roads. No surprise, then, that AAA was a driving force behind the America’s Byways program. As a pioneer of scenic routes, AAA introduced maps that highlighted these roads in 1983. It was also at the forefront of the movement to address America’s crumbling roadway system, and save the…
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…