Tag: towing
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.
AAA Salutes Healthcare Workers
April 28, 2020. AAA Staff
The brightly designed road service vehicles are a rolling tribute to those on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Most Popular Cars of All Time
March 10, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Whether it’s because of their practicality, capability or funky look, these are the most popular cars throughout the decades.
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.
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.
CX-9 is Practically Perfect
January 05, 2019. John Lehrer
Mazda’s CX-9, the automaker’s largest crossover sport-utility vehicle, has a multitude of virtues and hardly any shortcomings. No slab-sided SUV, its lines are at once bold, dynamic, understated and refined. Stellar design elements extend to the well-appointed interior, with its good-looking, functional controls. The cabin has a rich feel, approaching entry-level luxury status on the…
Tow Driver Saves Lives
November 15, 2018. Andrew Sheldon
May 17 started out like any other day in Mike Benson’s life. The owner of Powder Mill Towing & Auto Repair in Parsippany, N.J., was towing a car to Pennsylvania. But as he drove through the Mount Olive section of Interstate 80, everything changed. In front of him, a bus taking fifth-graders on a field…
NJ Tow Company Owner Recognized for Heroic Response to School Bus Accident
October 17, 2018. Andrew Sheldon
Mike Benson of AAA Preferred Service Provider Powder Mill Towing and Auto Repair received the Outstanding EMS Action by a Citizen Award for his life-saving action.
401k Rollover: Here’s Exactly What to Do With Your Old Retirement Plan
September 04, 2018. Joanna Cutrara
Switching jobs? Don’t be so quick to try to cash out your old 401k. Learn how a 401k rollover can help you save big.
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…
What Difference Does a Drivetrain Make?
January 15, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Four-wheel drive. All-wheel drive. What does it all mean? Is either one worth the money? Here’s a brief explanation of what each type of drivetrain can do with a good set of tires. Front-Wheel Drive Most sedans have front-wheel drive because it’s cheaper to design and build. In this system, engine power is transferred to…
Test Drive: 2017 Toyota Tundra CrewMax
September 01, 2017. AAA Staff
There are pickup trucks and then there are pickup trucks. The 2017 Toyota Tundra is a big and brawny truck with a surprisingly luxurious side. With a starting price of $30,120, this full-size pickup looks and feels as if it could eat smaller ones for breakfast, especially in its four-wheel drive, longer configurations. As with…
Test Drive: 2017 Nissan Pathfinder
July 01, 2017. AAA Staff
After 60 years on sale in the U.S., the Nissan Pathfinder is one of the true pioneers in the SUV world. While it may be a “senior” in the segment, the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder is no slow-moving, muumuu-wearing granny. It’s a hot, single grandma whose hobbies include competitive country dancing and backpacking. The Pathfinder received…
Keep an Eye on These 3 Car Parts As Your Car Ages
May 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Even the most reliable cars depreciate over time. Here are three parts to keep an eye on as your car ages. Water Pump This part circulates coolant throughout the engine to prevent overheating. It’s a moving part, so it’s prone to wear and tear; in this case, leaky seals, bad bearings and issues with the…