Tag: cars

Cars & Trucks

Is It Illegal to Decorate Your Car With Lights for the Holidays?

November 21, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

While it’s become trendy to string holiday lights on cars, it’s safer to keep them at home on your tree.

Auto Insurance

What To Do When You Get Sideswiped

November 21, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Minor collisions can cause major damage. Here’s how to handle a sideswipe situation and how insurance can help.

Newsroom

AAA: Nearly 82 Million Americans Projected to Travel Over Thanksgiving  

November 20, 2025. Jillian Young

Concerns over recent flight cancellations could mean some air travelers switch to road trips

Day Trips & Holiday Highlights

All Aboard These Magical Holiday Train Rides

November 17, 2025. Sarah Hopkins

Full steam ahead for an unforgettable journey where holiday dreams become reality.

Road Trips

Fly & Drive: Fulfill Your Need for Speed in North Carolina

November 01, 2025. Karon Warren

Some of the most memorable road trips begin with a flight. Rent a car at your destination and chart your own adventure.

Cars & Trucks

Pro Driving Tips From AAA Driving School Instructors

October 27, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

From parallel parking to left turns, our experienced teachers share their advice for mastering some of the trickiest driving maneuvers.

Air Travel

The 5 Best Places To Visit in Alaska for First-Timers

October 24, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Add these must-see spots to your itinerary and soak in Alaska’s epic views, rich heritage and unforgettable wildlife.

Newsroom

Pedestrian Detection Tech Has Improved Significantly, but Still Isn’t Foolproof

October 17, 2025. Mark Schieldrop

B-Roll available: AAA_PAEB Systems-Hi-Vis Clothes B-Roll (FINAL 10.2025) New research from AAA shows significant improvements in nighttime performance of pedestrian automatic emergency braking (PAEB) systems available in new cars, but the systems are still far from foolproof. The study, which followed up on earlier research by AAA, revealed nighttime performance of PAEB systems improved from…

Cars & Trucks

The Do’s and Don’ts of Winter Car Storage

October 17, 2025. John Paul

Properly storing your car away for the winter can prevent mechanical problems when you take it back out in the spring.

Games & Spooky Season

Crossword: Haunted History of the Northeast

October 17, 2025. AAA Staff

From abandoned asylums to horror movie locations you can visit, discover our region’s spooky past.

Newsroom

U.S. Pedestrian Deaths on the Decline, but Still Above Pre-Pandemic Levels

October 10, 2025. Mark Schieldrop

AAA urges drivers to slow down and watch for walkers during National Pedestrian Safety Month.

Cars & Trucks

Ask a Mechanic: Signs Your Car Needs Maintenance

October 08, 2025. AAA Staff

Don’t ignore your car when it’s telling you it needs help. These are the sights, sounds and smells to watch for.

Auto Insurance

The Complete Guide to Car Insurance for Teens

October 07, 2025. Vanessa Young

What to know about insurance when your teen is ready to get behind the wheel.

Newsroom

Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: Oct. 2025

October 03, 2025. John Paul

John Paul, Senior Manager Traffic Safety, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.

Fall Fest & Life & Lifestyle

Most Unhinged Pumpkin Spice Products

October 01, 2025. Sarah Vincelette

Even pumpkin spice lovers might say these products have gone too far.

Cars & Trucks

What’s the Story With Headlight Glare?

September 29, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Newer LED headlights seem brighter and more blinding than their halogen predecessors. But change is on the way.

Day Trips & Fall Fest

Fall Foliage Train Rides in the Northeast

September 25, 2025. Sarah Hopkins

Trains offer more than a morning commute – they can also take you on scenic journeys. Check out these fall foliage train rides to see for yourself.

Newsroom

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.

Cars & Trucks

How to Avoid a Deer Collision

September 22, 2025. AAA Staff

Deer are more active in the fall months, increasing the likelihood of encountering them on the road.

Cars & Trucks

Car Seat Safety Tips for Expecting & New Parents

September 19, 2025. AAA Staff

How should you wear your seat belt when pregnant? When do you move your child to a front-facing car seat? We answer your car seat safety questions.