Tag: gasoline

Cars & Trucks

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

November 06, 2024. John Paul

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

Electric Vehicles

Learn Your Way Around Different Types of EVs

September 19, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Understanding EVs can require some homework. Use this cheat sheet to get to know the basic terms.

Cars & Trucks & Roadside Services

What to Do When Your Car Breaks Down

September 03, 2024. AAA Staff

Issues that bring your vehicle to a halt can be pretty stressful. Be prepared with help from AAA.

Electric Vehicles

AAA Survey Reveals EV Anxiety

August 15, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Holding onto apprehensions, more than half of Northeasterners have no plans to buy a fully electric car.

Homeowner's Insurance

Backyard Fire Pit Safety Tips

June 12, 2024. AAA Staff

Late nights around the fire are what summer memories are made of. Don’t forget the safety of your loved ones.

Homeowner's Insurance

Hurricane Readiness Basics

May 09, 2024. AAA Staff

Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. Here’s how you can prepare for a hurricane, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Electric Vehicles

Electric Vehicle Maintenance 101

October 10, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

Though routine car care is still important, fewer moving parts makes for fewer maintenance concerns with EVs.

Cars & Trucks

Test Drive: Just the Right Size

June 07, 2023. Alan Rider

Like Goldilocks, we’re all looking for a car that’s not too big and not too small.
Here are a couple we think fit the bill.

Budget-Wise & Road Trips

How Much Does a Road Trip Cost?

June 01, 2023. AAA Staff

How much you spend on a road trip depends on where you’re going, where you plan to stay and what you’ll be driving.

Cars & Trucks

How to Get Rid of Smells in Your Car

January 24, 2023. Nicole Wakelin

A foul odor in the car can turn a leisurely drive into an agonizing one. Here’s how to get rid of smells in your car.

Cars & Trucks

Why Is Fuel Economy Lower in Winter?

December 28, 2022. AAA Staff

There’s no getting around it: Your car is less efficient in the colder months. Here’s why and what you can do to alleviate the problem.

Electric Vehicles

The Hidden Costs and Perks of EVs

October 26, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

The price tag and no more trips to the gas station are just the start of the story with EVs.

Auto History

Who Invented the Car?

August 25, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Who invented the car? While Karl Benz is most often credited, the automobile’s history goes back hundreds of years.

Budget-Wise & Cars & Trucks

37 Gas Saving Tips

July 20, 2022. AAA Staff

From cruise control to self-service, these gas saving tips will keep your tank and wallet full.

Cars & Trucks

What Is Horsepower? Common Car Terms Explained

June 15, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

You’ve heard these automotive terms since you first got behind the wheel. But do you really know what they mean?

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?

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.

Cars & Trucks

Test Drive: Maximum MPG

May 26, 2021. Alan Rider

The average automobile returns about 25 miles per gallon. Here’s a pair of not-so-exotic vehicles pushing the boundaries of fuel efficiency.

Electric Vehicles

What Are the Different Types of Electric Vehicles?

April 14, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Before purchasing an eco-friendly car, there are several distinguishing features of the different types of electric vehicles you should know.

Cars & Trucks

Keep Your Car Maintained During a Driving Hiatus

March 24, 2021. John Paul

Working from home? Staying inside? Even if your car sits in the driveway, problems can arise. Here’s how to prevent them.