Tag: Speed
How to Defrost Car Windows and Other Winter Conundrums
December 22, 2025. Andrew Sheldon
Learn how to defrost car windows as quickly as possible and safely rid your vehicle of snow, ice and salt.
Stay Safe With Winter Driving Tips From AAA
December 19, 2025. AAA Staff
A guide to keep you safe on the roads this season.
The Extraordinary History of Hot Wheels
December 15, 2025. Andrew Sheldon
A half-century ago, 16 Hot Wheels arrived on toy store shelves. Today, billions of these miniature cars race around the world.
What To Do When You Get Sideswiped
November 21, 2025. Andrew Sheldon
Minor collisions can cause major damage. Here’s how to handle a sideswipe situation and how insurance can help.
Evening Commute Becomes More Dangerous as Daylight Saving Time Ends
November 03, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
AAA urges drivers to stay alert amid sleep-schedule changes and darker driving conditions.
Fly & Drive: Fulfill Your Need for Speed in North Carolina
November 01, 2025. Karon Warren
Some of the most memorable road trips begin with a flight. Rent a car at your destination and chart your own adventure.
AAA Study: Drivers’ Failure to Slow Down, Move Over Kills Roadside Workers
October 28, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
New AAA Foundation research finds many drivers misunderstand the law and over a third don’t comply.
Pro Driving Tips From AAA Driving School Instructors
October 27, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
From parallel parking to left turns, our experienced teachers share their advice for mastering some of the trickiest driving maneuvers.
Members Respond to AAA’s Aggressive Driving Survey
October 24, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
A recent survey revealed that most people admit to driving aggressively — and AAA Northeast members are hardly shocked.
Buckle Up: Teen Drivers Have Higher Rates of Fatal Crashes than Other Drivers
October 19, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
To mark National Teen Driver Safety Week (Oct. 19-25) and help save lives, AAA Northeast urges young drivers to make smart decisions behind the wheel.
Drivers, Stay Alert: It’s Deer Mating Season
October 16, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
Deer crashes spike between October and December.
U.S. Pedestrian Deaths on the Decline, but Still Above Pre-Pandemic Levels
October 10, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
AAA urges drivers to slow down and watch for walkers during National Pedestrian Safety Month.
Ask a Mechanic: Signs Your Car Needs Maintenance
October 08, 2025. AAA Staff
Don’t ignore your car when it’s telling you it needs help. These are the sights, sounds and smells to watch for.
Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: October 2025
October 03, 2025. John Paul
John Paul, Senior Manager Traffic Safety, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.
AAA Study Finds 96% of Drivers Admit to Driving Aggressively
September 23, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
A staggering 96% of drivers in a new AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study admitted to engaging in aggressive driving behaviors over the past year.
How to Avoid a Deer Collision
September 22, 2025. AAA Staff
Deer are more active in the fall months, increasing the likelihood of encountering them on the road.
Storm Explainer: Storm Categories and More
September 16, 2025. Marisa Perjatel
Do you know your “watch” from your “warning”? Find out in this guide to storm categories and other meteorologist lingo.
AAA Study: Active Driving Assistance Still Needs Human Help in Heavy Traffic
August 21, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
Drivers needed to intervene every 4 miles to prevent dangerous situations.
Curious About EVs? Try Renting Before Buying
August 01, 2025. AAA Staff
For Americans hesitant to commit to an electric vehicle, renting offers a low-pressure way to take a test drive.
Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: July 2025
July 10, 2025. John Paul
John Paul, Senior Manager Traffic Safety, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.