Tag: headlights
See Clear Roads Ahead
May 31, 2023. Sarah Hopkins
When you’re behind the wheel, you want your sight to be at its best.
Tell Us Your Tales From the Road
January 09, 2023. AAA Staff
Do you have a driving story you’ve learned from and think it could help others? Share it with us.
Are Electric Cars Good in Winter?
December 12, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
Winter is a taxing season, and electric cars aren’t spared its wrath. But don’t give up on these eco-friendly vehicles when the temperature drops.
Tips for Avoiding Glare When Driving
August 10, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
The glare from the sun can cause a serious safety risk to drivers. Here’s how to deal with it.
Car Care You Can DIY and When to Pay a Professional
April 12, 2021. Nicole Wakelin
How to identify car care that you can manage on your own and when it’s best to leave it up to the experts.
The Rules of the Road Quiz
February 22, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
How well do you know your state’s driving laws? Test out your knowledge with our rules of the road quiz.
Ask a Mechanic: Headlight Replacement
August 21, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Don’t wait until the bulb burns out to think about the condition of your headlights.
A Guide to Car Safety Features
May 26, 2020. AAA Staff
From autonomous features to voice control, car safety features are designed to make driving less stressful. But what does each one do? And how do they all work?
The Evolution of Car Design
May 07, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Between technological advances and changing tastes, the evolution of car design has come a long way since the days of the Model T.
Unique Car Clubs Throughout the Country
September 18, 2019. Nicole Wakelin
Car clubs allow owners to bond, reminisce and flat-out enjoy their beloved set of wheels with like-minded car connoisseurs.
Big Things Come in Small Packages – Nissan Rogue/Lincoln Nautilus
June 11, 2019. AAA Staff
These smaller SUVs can pack a punch.
New Generations – Lexus RX 350L/BMW X1
April 11, 2019. AAA Staff
Popular luxury SUVs are reborn with newer, more expansive models.
Champion Hatchbacks – Toyota Yaris/Toyota Pruis
February 11, 2019. AAA Staff
In the categories of dependability, value and jaw-dropping fuel economy, these are your winners.
Get Defensive
January 05, 2019. Roberto Cruz
Defensive driving isn’t just a class – it’s a lifestyle. And no matter how well you think you drive, it never hurts to brush up on safe driving skills, said Patrick Sullivan, director of insurance for AAA Northeast. “Even if you’re an experienced driver, it’s good to go back to the basics and review simple…
In the Forecast: April Showers
January 05, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Yes, winter’s on its way out, but roads are sure to stay slippery for spring.
Get to Know Your Car Battery Parts
October 16, 2018. AAA Staff
Your car has many battery parts, all critical to keeping your car rolling. Get to know them here.
Show Your Car That You Care
October 01, 2018. Roberto Cruz
October is Car Care Month, and with a potentially harsh winter only a couple of months away, now is the perfect time to give your car a checkup.
Stylish 2018 Nissan Rogue Rivals Any Luxury Vehicle
September 15, 2018. John Paul
This compact sport-utility vehicle comes in three trim levels powered by a 2.5-liter engine. This four-cylinder engine is connected to a continually variable transmission that can power the front wheels or – in the case with my test car – all four wheels. I tested the top-of-the line SL model with the premium package, which had…
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Couples Extensive Features, Great Warranty
July 16, 2018. John Paul
The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport – not to be confused with the larger Santa Fe – is a five-passenger SUV that comes in two trim levels: base and ultimate. The base model is equipped with a 2.4-liter engine that develops 185 horsepower while the ultimate model has a 2.0-liter 240-horsepower turbocharged engine. My road test was…
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…