Tag: safety
Keep Your Car Running Longer
August 31, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
In this guide, you can learn everything from general car care tips to the nitty-gritty business of keeping your car running like a dream.
Hot Hatchbacks – Toyota Corolla Hatchback/Honda Civic Hatchback
August 28, 2018. Alan Rider
Sexy: There’s a word you don’t generally apply to affordable cars. And yet, it’s an apt description of the Toyota Corolla Hatchback. Granted, it’s not bright-red Ferrari kind of alluring. Just the same, this all-new hatchback offers a lot more style than just about any other four-door compact you can name, starting with its distinctly…
Top 10 Things to Do in the Catskills
August 27, 2018. Jeanette Zinno
From snowshoeing and hiking to apple picking and horseback riding, the variety of things to do in the Catskills region make it a year-round destination. If you’re looking for exciting ways to be active in nature or simply want someplace beautiful to relax, you’ll find it all here.
The Best Wearable Technology Products You’ll Want to Try
August 21, 2018. Ashley Richardson
From earbuds that provide superhuman hearing to a device that lets you make phone calls with your fingertips, learn about four of the most interesting wearable tech items.
Finding the Best European Tours for Young Adults
August 21, 2018. Albert Stumm
A guide for young travelers with their sights set on a European travel adventure.
Make Way for Wildlife
August 20, 2018. AAA Staff
Why did the chicken cross the road? Probably for the same reason as the deer, or the turtle, or the turkey, or the squirrel, or the chipmunk, or the possum, or the moose. Drivers share the road with a whole host of furry and feathered friends, sometimes with tragic results. Animal-vehicle collisions killed more than…
AAA Northeast Opens a New Campus in East Providence, R.I.
August 15, 2018. AAA Staff
AAA Northeast employees, elected officials, businesspeople and others gathered in late July for a ceremonial opening of the new AAA East Providence campus. The site, at 10 River Road, along Wampanoag Trail, includes a AAA branch and a fleet and driver training center. The branch provides convenient access to AAA products and services, and the…
Developing Lifelong Safe Drivers Starts With You – and AAA
August 15, 2018. John Galvin
As a parent of three grown children, I still remember when each of them got a driver’s license. I was happy for them and knew how excited they were about this new level of independence. I also felt the fear of letting them behind the wheel on their own.
Is Bitcoin the Currency of the Future?
August 15, 2018. Tara Schatz
Some people have invested in purely digital currency, aka cryptocurrency, convinced that it is the currency of the future. Are they right?
Car Insurance Costs Explained
August 13, 2018. Vanessa Young
Learn why some drivers get their car insurance at a lower price than others.
Travel in Asia: 20 Tips for Guided Tours in China
August 08, 2018. Maddy Osman
Feel more confident during your travels in China with these tips and tricks.
55 Reasons It’s Great to Be Over 55
August 03, 2018. Vanessa Young
Like fine wine, people only get better with age. Don’t believe it? We’ve got 55 reasons to convince you.
Performance, Please! – Fiat 124 Spider/Kia Stinger
July 28, 2018. Alan Rider
If there’s a nicer place to be on a sunny afternoon than a winding two-lane road behind the wheel of the Fiat 124 Spider (with the top down, of course) we honestly can’t think of it. Yes, this two-seat roadster is every bit that agreeable. Built on the underpinnings of the highly regarded Mazda MX-5…
Follow These Tips To Help Keep Teens Safe Behind The Wheel
July 19, 2018. AAA Staff
Teaching your teenager to drive can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time. Follow these tips to ease your anxiety. They’re from Keys2Drive – the AAA Guide to Teen Driver Safety. Practice, practice, practice. Plan for as much supervised practice driving as possible. It’s the key to helping your teen develop safe habits. AAA…
Research is Key to Autonomous Car Safety
July 17, 2018. John Galvin
I bought my first car, a 1982 Ford Escort, after graduating from college. It had a four-speed manual transmission, AM radio and manual steering and brakes. It got me where I needed to go, but it didn’t drive itself. In 1982, the closest thing to an autonomous vehicle was KITT on the television show “Knight…
Dodge Durango Packs Full-Size Features Into Midsize Model
July 16, 2018. John Paul
The Dodge Durango three-row SUV comes in five trim levels, rear or all-wheel drive, and a V-6 or V-8 engine. My road test was in the high-performance SRT version with a 475-horsepower 6.2-liter V-8 engine. The cabin of the Durango was comfortable, featuring heated and cooled seats and a heated steering wheel. Combined with a…
Everyday Car Tech That Proves We’re Living in the Future
July 15, 2018. Peter Vey
It seems like only yesterday we were cranking the windows down by hand. With today’s advanced car tech, though, we’re safer and more spoiled than ever.
2018 Summer Beach Reads
July 14, 2018. Cassandra Raposo
There’s nothing like the feeling of your toes in the sand and a good book in hand. This year’s new releases cover all genres. So whether you lean toward romance, mystery or fantasy, you’ll likely find something intriguing to pack with your beach essentials.
The Best Asian Countries to Visit: Why is It So Safe to Travel to Singapore and Hong Kong?
July 08, 2018. Erik Trinidad
When deciding on the best Asian countries to visit, consider Singapore and Hong Kong, some of the safest cities in Asia.
When Should You Replace Your Heating System?
July 05, 2018. Peter Vey
Keep this guide handy if you’re considering repairing or replacing your heating system.