Tag: cars

Cars & Trucks

Different Types of Fuel and What’s Best for Your Car

May 24, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

New types of fuel are emerging, but is gasoline still your best bet?

Auto History

A Timeline of Car Radio History

May 16, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

From Motorola and in-car record players to cassettes, CDs and Bluetooth, replay the tracks of car radio history.

Cars & Trucks

13 Car Superstitions and Phobias

May 12, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Car superstitions and phobias are exceedingly common. Do you partake or suffer from any?

AAA Photo Session

AAA Photo Session: Reflections

April 27, 2022. AAA Staff

See the results of our monthly photo assignment!

Electric Vehicles

Are Electric Car Batteries Bad for the Environment?

April 20, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Everyone knows about the clean aspects of electric car batteries, but there are a number of environmentally harmful ones that need to be addressed.

Auto History

The History of the Tow Truck

April 13, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Like many great inventions before and since, tow trucks were born out of necessity. A century later, they are the backbone of roadside assistance.

Road Trips

How to Prepare for a Road Trip

April 08, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Follow these tips and tricks to ensure your next road trip is nothing but smooth sailing.

Auto Insurance

What to Do If Your Car Is a Lemon

April 07, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

If your car turns out to be a lemon, you may be able to get a refund or replacement. But only if you follow these steps.

Theme Park Vacations

A Thrilling Ride Through Roller Coaster History

April 06, 2022. Sarah Hopkins

Hang on to your hat! We’re taking you through the twists, turns and loop-the-loops of roller coaster history.

Auto History

The Worst Car Names Ever

March 31, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

For every Mustang or Gladiator, there’s a car name that leaves us uninspired, unimpressed or downright confused.

Travel

Your Story: Adventures With Classic Cars

March 24, 2022. Aimee Carrier

We asked our members to tell us about their classic cars and the response was overwhelming. Here are five standout stories of antique rides.

Auto Loans

New and Used Car Prices Climbing to Record Highs

March 16, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

A drop in new vehicle production and surge in demand has resulted in limited inventory and high prices.

Auto History

The History of Crash Test Dummies

March 08, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

When pigs, cadavers and driverless cars couldn’t get the job done, crash test dummies were called upon to make cars safer.

Cars & Trucks & Electric Vehicles

Test Drive: Electric Avenue

February 14, 2022. Alan Rider

Electric cars have been around for more than a century, but they’re currently enjoying a second heyday, with dozens of new models on the way. Here are two of the best you can buy today:

Cars & Trucks & Electric Vehicles

Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg Discusses Infrastructure Act

February 02, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s number two official explains how the historic legislation will transform the country’s infrastructure.

Road Trips

Unique Museums of the Northeast

January 21, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

From classic candies to silver screen treasures and everything in between, the Northeast has shrines to just about anything you can think of.

Electric Vehicles

The Biggest Electric Vehicle News of 2021

December 19, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

A lot can happen in a year, and 2021 appears to have set electric vehicles up for a bright future.

Road Trips

Traveling With Pets: The Tips and Tricks You Need to Know

December 15, 2021. Marisa Perjatel

You don’t always have to leave your four-legged friends behind when you go exploring! Here are some tips for traveling with pets.

AAA Photo Session

AAA Photo Session: Motion

December 01, 2021. Beth Mancuso

See the results of our monthly photo assignment! Plus, get pro tips on motion photography.

Electric Vehicles

The 2022 Electric Vehicles to Get Excited About

November 29, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

From reimagined classics to unprecedentedly efficient sedans, the electric vehicle class of 2022 has something for everyone.