Tag: driving
AAA Roadside Technician Rescues Elderly Couple From Home Fire
July 19, 2018. AAA Staff
Every day, AAA Northeast’s expert roadside technicians demonstrate a dedication to helping and serving people. Some days, their efforts are downright heroic. May 30 was one of those days. That’s when Norman Strom helped save an elderly couple from a fire in their Grafton, Mass., home. Strom was passing their house on his way to…
10 Tips for Tackling Your College Commute
July 17, 2018.
Suggestions to save money, time and headaches as a college commuter.
A Few Lessons for Driving in Foreign Lands
July 17, 2018. Elias Christeas
The Mediterranean sparkled, and the smell of cypress trees warmed by the summer sun filled the air as I cruised around the Greek island of Paros on my dual-sport motorcycle. Find and book a hotel in Paros. It was paradise. Until an oncoming tour bus entered my lane around a blind cliff-side turn. I avoided…
Research is Key to Autonomous Car Safety
July 17, 2018. John Galvin
I bought my first car, a 1982 Ford Escort, after graduating from college. It had a four-speed manual transmission, AM radio and manual steering and brakes. It got me where I needed to go, but it didn’t drive itself. In 1982, the closest thing to an autonomous vehicle was KITT on the television show “Knight…
Tips for Taking a Car Ride With Your Critters
July 17, 2018. AAA Staff
Traveling with pets can be a fun-filled experience – or utter insanity. Here are some directions from AAA for driving with your four-footed passengers. Get Ready To help prevent car sickness, feed your pet a light meal four to six hours before departing. Do not give an animal food or water in a moving vehicle….
200 Things to See in America’s Biggest Cities
July 09, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
America’s biggest cities are filled with busy people – and they’re also filled with amazing things to see and do. Whether you’re a local looking for something new or a tourist who wants to see all the sights, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
American Dreams – Chrysler 300/Buick LaCrosse
June 28, 2018. Alan Rider
What’s in a name? When it comes to the Chrysler 300, about six decades of American motoring history. Not surprisingly, that original 1955 300 was a large automobile, albeit one with an unexpected performance edge. Much the same can be said about the current 10th-generation of this full-size sedan. I drove both the upscale 300C…
5 Iconic American Road Trips
June 26, 2018. AAA Staff
Hit the road on one of these amazing routes to get a real feel for all America has to offer.
5 Iconic American Road Trips
June 26, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
Hit the road on one of these amazing routes to get a real feel for all America has to offer.
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…
Teaching Young Drivers the Rules of the Road
June 15, 2018. Cassandra Raposo
AAA driving instructors point out the most common mistakes that new drivers make and how to avoid them. Joining locations throughout the Northeast, AAA’s newest driving school is opening in Garden City, N.Y., on August 13.
New Ships Signal Bigger Is Better
June 15, 2018. AAA Staff
Will the cruise industry ever rest in its pursuit of building bigger and bigger ships? It sure doesn’t seem like it. In April, Royal Caribbean International celebrated the inaugural voyage of the world’s largest cruise ship. Symphony of the Seas carries more than 5,500 guests and will be based in Miami beginning in November. The…
AAA Urges You Not To Drive Intexticated
June 15, 2018. AAA Staff
A father is driving with his three children in the back seat. His left hand is firmly on the steering wheel while his right hand is gripping a beer bottle. Shocking, right? But would you be as shocked if the same man was holding a phone instead? Distracted driving can be as devastating as driving…
A European Vacation off the Beaten Path
May 29, 2018. AAA Staff
Take your European vacation by river cruise, train or car for a more authentic adventure.
Sought-After Sedans – Volkswagen Jetta/Toyota Camry
May 28, 2018. Alan Rider
There are folks for whom the mere suggestion of driving a practical car generates eye rolls. If you’re one of them, the all-new Volkswagen Jetta will quickly wipe away that look of disdain. You see, this new seventh-generation Jetta sedan looks and feels a lot more upmarket than the window sticker’s bottom line would suggest. That…
102 National Park Attractions: America’s Most Awe-Inspiring Natural Wonders and Historic Monuments
May 25, 2018. AAA Staff
From sea to shining sea, America the Beautiful has one of the richest and most diverse landscapes in the world. Discover over 100 of the most impressive national park attractions.
102 National Park Attractions
May 25, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Go big with a vacation to an amazing U.S. national park.
Approach Road Construction Zones With Caution
May 14, 2018. AAA Staff
Summer is a busy time for road construction, and AAA reminds motorists to use caution when approaching and driving through work zones. Plan Ahead Check for planned work-zone delays and traffic advisories and allow extra travel time. Visit state department of transportation websites for the latest road travel information and to help plan alternative routes….
R.I. Ban on Hand-Held Devices Now in Effect
May 14, 2018. AAA Staff
Drivers talking on hand-held phones in Rhode Island can be ticketed by police and fined up to a $100.
Distracted Drivers Make Everyone’s Commutes Slower
May 14, 2018. AAA Staff
The next time you’re a few minutes late for work, you could blame it on distracted drivers. After all, the excuse is backed by science. Distracted drivers can slow down commutes by as much as 10 percent, according to David Strayer, a cognitive neuroscientist at the University of Utah. His research for the AAA Foundation…