Tag: Behavior
What Is a Zipper Merge?
July 29, 2026. Zachary Laks
Alternating vehicles like the teeth of a zipper is the most efficient way for two lanes to become one.
AAA Northeast: Pedestrian Deaths Decline Across New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Rhode Island in Latest 2025 Highway Safety Data
July 28, 2026. Jillian Young
New Governors Highway Safety Association report shows pedestrian fatalities fell across much of the Northeast and nationwide for a third consecutive year, though deaths remain above pre-pandemic levels and roadway safety challenges persist.
AAA Northeast Urges Drivers to Commit to 100 Days of Safe Driving this Summer
May 28, 2026. Jillian Young
As summer brings increased risks, safer choices on the road can save lives
How To Deal With an Unexpected Pet Emergency
May 15, 2026. Sarah Vincelette
Having a plan in place can help you keep calm and get your pet the help it needs right away.
Bad Driving Habits and How to Fix Them
April 06, 2026. Ellen R. Delisio
Bad driving habits may be universal, but they are not irreversible. Just a few adjustments can change your behavior.
What Is Rubbernecking?
March 13, 2026. Andrew Sheldon
Rubbernecking is a dangerous habit accounting for a significant portion of crashes. So why do we do it so often?
Drowsy Driving Increases Crash Risk as Clocks Spring Forward
March 06, 2026. Jillian Young
AAA Northeast is reminding drivers to catch up on rest before getting behind the wheel.
Are You Guilty of Aggressive Driving?
February 16, 2026. Ellen R. Delisio
Anger can easily interfere with your safety behind the wheel. Take stock of your driving behaviors and learn how to keep your emotions in check.
It’s Never Too Late to Learn New Driving Skills
January 02, 2026. Ellen R. Delisio
The AAA Defensive Driving Course introduces new skills and refreshes existing ones.
AAA Survey: Drivers Want Stronger Safeguards Against Dangerous Driving, But Continue to Engage in Bad Behaviors Themselves
December 29, 2025. Jillian Young
A new report from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows that, while risky driving behaviors remain widespread, Americans strongly support a range of impaired-driving countermeasures that could significantly reduce fatalities.
Stay Safe With Winter Driving Tips From AAA
December 19, 2025. AAA Staff
A guide to keep you safe on the roads this season.
Members Respond to AAA’s Aggressive Driving Survey
October 24, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
A recent survey revealed that most people admit to driving aggressively — and AAA Northeast members are hardly shocked.
Buckle Up: Teen Drivers Have Higher Rates of Fatal Crashes than Other Drivers
October 19, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
To mark National Teen Driver Safety Week (Oct. 19-25) and help save lives, AAA Northeast urges young drivers to make smart decisions behind the wheel.
Drivers, Stay Alert: It’s Deer Mating Season
October 16, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
Deer crashes spike between October and December.
AAA Study Finds 96% of Drivers Admit to Driving Aggressively
September 23, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
A staggering 96% of drivers in a new AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study admitted to engaging in aggressive driving behaviors over the past year.
7 Ways to Improve Memory
September 09, 2025. Sarah Vincelette
Find yourself forgetting? These tips could help jog your memory.
Tips for Sustainable Camping
August 27, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
As campsites get more crowded, leaving them debris-free becomes more critical.
AAA Study: Active Driving Assistance Still Needs Human Help in Heavy Traffic
August 21, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
Drivers needed to intervene every 4 miles to prevent dangerous situations.
Are License Plate Covers Illegal?
June 18, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
Ghost plates, or license plates that have been modified to avoid paying tolls and tickets, give cities and states the jitters.
Fatal Teen Driver Traffic Crashes Spike in the Summer
May 29, 2025. Jillian Young
AAA Northeast urges teens to drive safely amid ‘100 Deadliest Days.’