Tag: traffic
6 Reasons to Be a Designated Driver This Holiday Season
November 21, 2025. AAA Staff
Crashes due to impaired driving increase during the holidays. Your choice to drive sober can save lives.
AAA: Nearly 82 Million Americans Projected to Travel Over Thanksgiving
November 20, 2025. Jillian Young
Concerns over recent flight cancellations could mean some air travelers switch to road trips
Word Search: Decipher the Airport Codes
November 20, 2025. Aimee Carrier
Find the cities by their Air Transport Association (IATA) codes.
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.
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.
Pedestrian Detection Tech Has Improved Significantly, but Still Isn’t Foolproof
October 17, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
B-Roll available: AAA_PAEB Systems-Hi-Vis Clothes B-Roll (FINAL 10.2025) New research from AAA shows significant improvements in nighttime performance of pedestrian automatic emergency braking (PAEB) systems available in new cars, but the systems are still far from foolproof. The study, which followed up on earlier research by AAA, revealed nighttime performance of PAEB systems improved from…
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.
Score a Stay Near the Stadium
October 07, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
Planning to catch the next big soccer match? Secure your stay near games all along the East Coast.
Where to Go Railbiking in the Northeast
October 07, 2025. Erin Gifford
Get ready to roll on these railbike adventures across the region.
What’s the Story With Headlight Glare?
September 29, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
Newer LED headlights seem brighter and more blinding than their halogen predecessors. But change is on the way.
Fall Foliage Train Rides in the Northeast
September 25, 2025. Sarah Hopkins
Trains offer more than a morning commute – they can also take you on scenic journeys. Check out these fall foliage train rides to see for yourself.
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.
Study: Widespread Car Seat Installation Errors and Misuse Put Children at Risk
September 19, 2025. Mark Schieldrop
Research highlights the importance of National Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 21 to 27.
Car Seat Safety Tips for Expecting & New Parents
September 19, 2025. AAA Staff
How should you wear your seat belt when pregnant? When do you move your child to a front-facing car seat? We answer your car seat safety questions.