Tag: traffic safety

Newsroom

Child Deaths in Hot Cars Increased Nearly 35% Last Year

June 04, 2025. Jillian Young

AAA Northeast reminds caregivers of heatstroke risks to children and pets.

Newsroom

Fatal Teen Driver Traffic Crashes Spike in the Summer

May 29, 2025. Jillian Young

AAA Northeast urges teens to drive safely amid ‘100 Deadliest Days.’

Homeowner's Insurance

Home Safe: Backyard Liabilities to Consider This Summer

May 29, 2025. Sarah Vincelette

How to avoid common hazards associated with everyday backyard equipment and activities.

Cars & Trucks

Top Challenges for Older Drivers

May 22, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Older drivers face physical and cognitive challenges that can make operating a vehicle more difficult. Here’s how to overcome them.

Auto History

A Seat Belt History Timeline

May 21, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Looking back, seat belts weren’t always widely accepted. Now, they save thousands of lives each year.

Lifestyle

Bike Smart, Ride Safe

May 09, 2025. Sarah Hopkins

Don’t forget your helmet! Follow these tips to ensure your next bike ride is both safe and enjoyable.

Auto Insurance

Spring Motorcycle Maintenance Checklist

May 05, 2025. Marisa Perjatel

Get your motor running! Before the long-awaited first ride of the season, make sure your bike is ready for the road.

Cars & Trucks

Using Your GPS Safely

May 01, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

We’d be lost without our GPS (literally!), but it could also be a distraction. Can you use it safely without losing focus?

Newsroom

Motorcyclist Fatalities Surge as Weather Warms  

May 01, 2025. Jillian Young

AAA urges increased vigilance during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Newsroom

Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: May 2025

May 01, 2025. John Paul

John Paul, Senior Manager Traffic Safety, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.

Newsroom

AAA Finds “Do Not Disturb” Significantly Decreases Smartphone Use Among Young Drivers  

April 30, 2025. Jillian Young

In an on-road study, smartphone interactions decreased by 41% following training on the feature 

Cars & Trucks

The Top Speeding Ticket Excuses

April 24, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

From running late to bringing home hot food, these are the most common excuses used when trying to get out of a ticket.

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Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: April 2025

April 16, 2025. John Paul

John Paul, Senior Manager Traffic Safety, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.

Cars & Trucks

Bad Driving Habits and How to Fix Them

April 06, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Bad driving habits may be universal, but they are not irreversible. Just a few adjustments can change your behavior.

Cars & Trucks

How Do Potholes Form? And How to Avoid Pothole Damage

March 28, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Learn how car-eating craters are formed and what you can do to prevent major damage to your vehicle.

Auto History

Women in Automotive History

March 11, 2025. Sarah Hopkins

From the world’s first road trip to the evolution of the windshield wiper, learn how women helped shape the automotive industry.

Newsroom

AAA Urges Drivers to Stay Rested and Alert as Clocks ‘Spring Forward’ 

March 07, 2025. Jillian Young

Risky and unsafe behaviors like drowsy driving increase the likelihood of a crash.

Newsroom

Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: March 2025

March 06, 2025. John Paul

John Paul, Senior Manager Traffic Safety, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.

Cars & Trucks

Everything You Need to Know About Car Recalls

March 03, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Car recalls happen all the time. How do you know if your vehicle has been affected, and what steps should you take if it is?

Cars & Trucks & Roadside Services

Are You Guilty of Aggressive Driving?

February 20, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Anger can easily interfere with your safety behind the wheel. Take stock of your driving behaviors and learn how to keep your emotions in check.