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The Safest Cars for Teens and New Drivers

September 06, 2024. AAA Staff

It’s all about safety when it comes to choosing a car for a new driver. Here are some of the top choices.

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The History of the Car Cup Holder

August 22, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

We take it for granted, but it wasn’t long ago that the car cup holder didn’t exist. Here’s how it became such an important automotive feature.

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The Most Stolen Cars in America

July 24, 2024. AAA Staff

Is your car among the most likely to catch a thief’s eye? New data reveals the top stolen vehicles in the country.

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5 Great Cars for Winter Driving

December 28, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

These cars are well-equipped to take on winter weather safely and in style.

Auto History

The Stories Behind Popular Car Logos and Names

May 19, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

Most car logos and names are synonymous with their brand. But how did each marque create theirs?

Retirement

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.

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How Car Companies Got Their Names

November 16, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Was Jeep named after a character in Popeye? What does the “Alfa” in Alfa Romeo stand for? Learn the origins of famous brands.

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Where to Today? – Honda Passport/Subaru Outback

November 01, 2020. Alan Rider

Our vehicles are always ready to take us beyond the everyday, and these two new models are especially well-suited to do so.

Road Trips

Find the Perfect Car for Your Next Road Trip

August 03, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Road trips are the ideal way of vacationing this year. But what type of car fits your traveling style?

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Where the Pavement Ends – Toyota RAV4/Subaru Ascent

December 15, 2019. Alan Rider

Experience life firsthand with the help of these remarkably user-friendly crossover SUVs.

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New Kid in Town – Ford Explorer/Subaru Ascent

June 01, 2019. John Lehrer

The new Subaru Ascent makes its presence known. But the Ford Explorer remains a top seller.

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A Different Fit – Subaru Forester/Ford EcoSport

March 11, 2019. John Paul

The Forester and EcoSport are SUVs of varying size … and varying performance.

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Tristan Nunez Recalls His Subaru STI

December 27, 2018. AAA Staff

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

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Hyundai Veloster R-Spec is the Latest “Hot Hatchback”

October 19, 2018. John Paul

When it comes to “hot” hatchbacks, most people think of the Volkswagen Golf GTI, Subaru Impreza WRX STi, Honda Civic Si or Ford Focus ST. These small cars are nimble, quick and fun to drive. The latest car in this segment is the Hyundai Veloster R-Spec. My road test vehicle featured a 201-horsepower, 1.6-liter turbocharged…

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Making Tracks – Subaru Crosstrek/Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

June 28, 2018. Alan Rider

While crossovers are known for their practical side, the all-new Subaru Crosstrek may be the Swiss army knife of the segment. It doesn’t offer 64 separate implements, but the second generation of this compact SUV is a versatile enough tool for wherever life takes you. On the road, the Crosstrek offers a refined ride and…

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Around the Horn

April 16, 2018. Roberto Cruz

A new report from Experian shows Americans are borrowing more for vehicle purchases and taking longer to pay back loans. The analysis showed car buyers borrowed an average of $31,099 for new vehicles and $19,589 for used vehicles – both records – in the fourth quarter of 2017. On average, Americans take 69 months to…

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What’s in a (Car) Name?

July 01, 2017. Nick Tavares

Automobile brand names have some funky histories, and many borrow from other languages. Check out the roots of these company titles and drop some linguistic trivia on your next road trip. Volvo This luxury brand opted for a Latin name, one that perfectly describes a car’s purpose. Rooted in the verb volvere, Volvo translates to…

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Test Drive: 2017 Subaru Outback

February 08, 2017. AAA Staff

The latest Subaru Outback keeps getting better and more luxurious with a new Touring version. The Outback, which is available in both four- and six-cylinder versions, features more safety equipment, including standard reverse automatic braking and high beam assist. All versions now use a continuously variable automatic transmission. Our test drive was in the Limited…