Tag: driving

Newsroom

AAA Urges Drivers to Stay Rested and Alert as Clocks ‘Spring Forward’ 

March 07, 2025. Jillian Young

Risky and unsafe behaviors like drowsy driving increase the likelihood of a crash.

Newsroom

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

March 06, 2025. John Paul

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

Newsroom & Travel

Northeast Pump Prices Down on Weak Demand, Oversupply Concerns 

March 03, 2025. Jillian Young

Northeast gasoline prices are falling at a time when they’d normally be on a seasonal upswing. The culprits? Ballooning inventories, falling oil prices and demand figures trailing expectations. 

Cars & Trucks

Everything You Need to Know About Car Recalls

March 03, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Car recalls happen all the time. How do you know if your vehicle has been affected, and what steps should you take if it is?

Homeowners Insurance

RV Safety and Insurance Tips

February 26, 2025. Marisa Perjatel

You can live the nomadic life of your dreams in an RV, but always put safety first.

Newsroom

AAA Survey Finds Americans Are Still Afraid of Self-Driving Vehicles 

February 25, 2025. Jillian Young

Drivers say they want better vehicle safety systems over self-driving cars.

Newsroom

Northeast Pump Prices Stay Put as Spring Approaches 

February 25, 2025. Jillian Young

March might be around the corner, but you wouldn’t know it based solely on gasoline prices across the Northeast. 

Auto Insurance

How to Deal With a Tailgater Safely: 5 Proven Defensive Driving Tips

February 18, 2025. Nicole Wakelin

Keep your cool with a tailgater, and we’ll all be safer on the road.

Travel

Pedestrian Safety Crisis Worsens as Fatalities Rise 

February 13, 2025. Jillian Young

New AAA research finds fatal pedestrian crashes occur mostly at night on busy roads.

Cars & Trucks

The History of the Presidential State Car

February 13, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

From the Sunshine Special to The Beast, the presidential state car has undergone an incredible evolution.

AAA & Roadside Services

Find a Tow Truck Anytime, Anywhere

February 13, 2025. AAA Staff

Don’t wait until your car breaks down. Learn what to do if you need a tow, including where to find a tow truck near you.

Cars & Trucks

How Long Should You Warm Up Your Car?

February 07, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Many people warm up their car in winter out of habit, but it’s no longer necessary — unless you have an EV.

Road Trips

Understanding the Car Rental Reservation Process

February 07, 2025. AAA Staff

Got a bad case of availability anxiety? Hertz can help.

Auto Insurance

Ask An Agent: 5 Things Your Insurance Agent Wishes You Knew

January 30, 2025. AAA Staff

Working with your insurance agent helps to ensure the best prices and protection.

Cars & Trucks

How Do Windshield De-Icers Work?

January 29, 2025. Nicole Wakelin

Clearing your windshield of ice is a burdensome morning task in the winter. De-icers can make the job a lot easier.

Cars & Trucks

What You Need to Know About Toll Evasion

January 17, 2025. AAA Staff

With the advent of cashless tolling systems and congestion pricing, toll evasion is on the rise. Here’s how authorities are cracking down.

Newsroom

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

January 10, 2025. John Paul

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

Air Travel

REAL ID Driver’s License: Why You Need One

January 06, 2025. AAA Staff

What you need to know about the Real ID driver’s license.

Auto Insurance

How to File an Insurance Claim After a Car Crash

January 03, 2025. Vanessa Young

Avoid extra stress and confusion after a crash with this guide on how to file an insurance claim.

Air Travel

Sustainable Travel Is More Than a Trend

January 02, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Tourism saturation and climate change are taking a toll on popular travel destinations, driving necessary change.