Tag: infotainment
100 Greatest Songs About Cars and Driving
July 19, 2024. AAA Staff
Update your road trip playlist with these classic tunes.
Don’t Drive Intexticated: Dangers of Texting and Driving
April 09, 2024. Andrew Sheldon
Distracted driving can have devastating consequences, yet a significant number of drivers admit to using their smartphones behind the wheel.
The Cheapest EVs of 2024
January 25, 2024. AAA Staff
Buying an electric vehicle doesn’t need to break the bank. The eight cheapest EVs of 2024 start at $27,000.
The Cheapest New Cars of 2024
December 15, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
A great vehicle for less than $20,000? Believe it. The cheapest new cars of 2024 deliver more than you might expect for the price.
Test Drive: Thrills Per Miles
August 09, 2023. Alan Rider
Nowadays, fun-to-drive cars come in all shapes and sizes.
The Truth About Distracted Driving
April 03, 2023. Angelica Beneke
Research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals contradiction between the perceived dangers of distracted driving and driver behavior.
The Discontinued Cars of 2023
January 27, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Some notable cars from the likes of Volkswagen, Toyota and Honda will be discontinued in 2023. Is your vehicle one of them?
Great Cars for Older Drivers and Retirees
July 06, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
For the practical, the frugal or the dreamer, these are some of the best cars for older drivers and retirees.
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.
What Type of Car Should I Buy?
April 23, 2021. AAA Staff
Choose the right vehicle for your personal preferences, budget and lifestyle with help from AAA.
Test Drive: Turning It up to ‘11’
February 11, 2021. Alan Rider
In “This Is Spinal Tap,” a character brags that their amplifiers go to “11” instead of just 10. That same philosophy applies to cars when automakers take performance to the next level.
Test Drive: Escape Artists
January 25, 2021. Alan Rider
There are times when you just need to get away. Naturally, that task is made much easier with the right set of wheels, like these two compact crossovers.
The Top Tech Finds for 2024
January 14, 2021. Ellen R. Delisio
The CES 2024 Consumer Technology Association trade show featured some exciting future automobile technology and plenty of other impressive products.
No Bad Days – Volkswagen Jetta GLI/Honda Civic Si
February 07, 2020. Alan Rider
Everyone has a bad day occasionally. Everyone, that is, except those lucky enough to park one of these in their garage.
Upscale, Downsize – Lexus UX 200/Volvo XC40
October 30, 2019. Alan Rider
These two new models prove that upscale and downsize are not mutually exclusive concepts.
High-Tech, To Go – Acura RDX/Volvo XC60 Hybrid
October 30, 2019. Alan Rider
Explore cutting edge technology with these two newly updated crossovers.
Everything You Need to Know About Car Infotainment Systems
October 14, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Infotainment systems simplify a driver’s experience by bringing all the car’s functions front and center. But they can still can still cause dangerous distractions.
Middle of the Road – Nissan Altima/Mazda6
September 30, 2019. Alan Rider
New midsize sedans offer more options, safety features and comfort.
An Electric Experience: Driving the BMW i3s
August 12, 2019. Andrew G. Rosen
After a few days behind the wheel of the i3s, the AAA team talks about what it was like to drive BMW’s electric car.
Luxury Defined – Infiniti QX50/Lexus IS 350
May 11, 2019. John Paul
An SUV and sedan prove that luxury comes in all shapes and sizes.