Tag: race car

Auto History

The History of the Holiday Hess Trucks

December 05, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Hess holiday trucks have been around for more than half a century. Over that time, they’ve become one of the most iconic toys ever made.

Cars & Trucks

100 Greatest Songs About Cars and Driving

July 19, 2024. AAA Staff

Update your road trip playlist with these classic tunes.

Auto History

Women in Automotive History

March 10, 2024. Sarah Hopkins

Discover the history behind the world’s first road trip, see the evolution of the windshield wiper and more with these women in automotive history.

Auto History

The Black Pioneers of the Automotive Industry

February 03, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Whether breaking color barriers or inventing critical safety features, these are some of the Black pioneers that revolutionized the car world.

Ocean Cruises

The Focus Is on Fun on New Norwegian Viva

January 09, 2024. Stacey Zable

The latest ocean liner from Norwegian is making a splash.

Cars & Trucks

Pioneering Female Race Car Drivers

March 17, 2023. Sarah Hopkins

For as long as there’s been professional race car driving, there have been female race car drivers. Take a look through history at some of the most influential female race car drivers and pioneers.

Cars & Trucks

10 of the Most Famous Movie Cars

March 09, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

There are iconic characters, enduring songs and classic quotes, but often, it’s the set of wheels that steals the scene in movies.

Lifestyle

Famous Female Explorers and Adventurers

March 02, 2023. Sarah Hopkins

These famous female explorers and adventurers saw the world, lived life on the edge and broke gender barriers.

Cars & Trucks

When You’re Caught in a Blizzard: Tips for Driving in Snow

January 11, 2023. Sarah Hopkins

Driving in snow can be hard when it catches you off-guard, but with these tips you can always be prepared.

Ocean Cruises

Why a Norwegian Cruise Should Be on Your Itinerary

August 18, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Jump aboard the Norwegian Joy as it sails to the one-of-a-kind destination of Bermuda.

Travel

Members Recall Days on AAA School Safety Patrol

March 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

In commemoration of the program’s 100th anniversary, AAA Northeast members look back fondly on their time as School Safety Patrollers.

Cars & Trucks

Charlie Wiggins and the Gold and Glory Sweepstakes

February 12, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

In honor of Black History Month, learn how Charlie Wiggins became one of the country’s great racecar drivers despite being barred from racing’s biggest event.

Cars & Trucks

Automotive Innovations That Were Ahead of Their Time

June 03, 2020. AAA Staff

We take many automotive innovations for granted – seat belts, airbags, even turn signals. Who deserves credit for these breakthroughs? You may be surprised.

Cars & Trucks

Leonard Miller and the Black American Racers

February 21, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

The automotive pioneer broke barriers and worked endlessly to further the advancements of African Americans in the world of auto racing.

Cars & Trucks

Wendell Scott’s Road to NASCAR Immortality

February 13, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Taxicab driver. Bootlegger. NASCAR racer. If there’s one thing to know about Wendell Oliver Scott, it’s that he was born to drive.

Games

Coloring Car Pages for Kids

November 06, 2019. Marisa Perjatel

Keep little ones entertained with these coloring pages for kids from AAA.

Cars & Trucks

Tristan Nunez Recalls His Subaru STI

December 27, 2018. AAA Staff

The race car driver started his automotive career with a trusty stick shift.