Tag: traffic safety
Deer in Headlights: AAA Northeast Alerts Drivers to Peak Deer Crash Season
October 16, 2026. Jillian Young
Erratic deer on roadways during mating season require extra driver alertness.
New AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety Survey Shows Where Drivers Fall Short on the Roadside
October 16, 2026. Jillian Young
Drivers strongly support Slow Down, Move Over laws, but roadside actions don’t always match awareness.
What to Know When Driving in the Rain
October 07, 2026. AAA Staff
Stay safe and in control when conditions are slippery.
AAA Northeast and Motorcycle Safety Foundation Urge Fall Motorcycle Safety Awareness Amid Changing Autumn Road Conditions
October 06, 2026. Jillian Young
Less daylight, colder weather, wet leaves, road debris and increased wildlife activity call for increased safety precautions.
AAA Northeast Urges Vigilance During National Pedestrian Safety Month
October 02, 2026. Jillian Young
Keeping streets safe for all road users is a shared responsibility.
AAA Analysis Finds Most Car Seats Are Installed or Used Incorrectly, Putting Children at Risk
September 21, 2026. Jillian Young
New child passenger safety seat inspection data shows over 85% of children moved to adult seat belts too soon.
School’s Back in Session. Is Your Driving Ready?
September 15, 2026. Jillian Young
AAA Northeast calls on drivers to slow down, stay alert and stop for school buses.
AAA Northeast: Pedestrian Deaths Decline Across New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Rhode Island in Latest 2025 Highway Safety Data
July 28, 2026. Jillian Young
New Governors Highway Safety Association report shows pedestrian fatalities fell across much of the Northeast and nationwide for a third consecutive year, though deaths remain above pre-pandemic levels and roadway safety challenges persist.
What to Know About the AAA Defensive Driving Course
June 10, 2026. Marisa Perjatel
Looking to refresh your driving skills? Learn more about AAA’s in-person and online driver improvement classes.
Advice for Motorcyclists Hitting the Road After a Hard Winter
June 02, 2026. Jillian Young
AAA Northeast shares maintenance and safety essentials.
Home Safe: Backyard Liabilities to Consider This Summer
May 28, 2026. Sarah Vincelette
How to avoid common hazards associated with everyday backyard equipment and activities.
AAA Northeast Urges Drivers to Commit to 100 Days of Safe Driving this Summer
May 28, 2026. Jillian Young
As summer brings increased risks, safer choices on the road can save lives
Bike Smart, Ride Safe
May 14, 2026. Sarah Hopkins
Don’t forget your helmet! Follow these tips to ensure your next bike ride is both safe and enjoyable.
AAA Study Finds Street Racing on Public Roads Is a Growing Concern
May 07, 2026. Jillian Young
Nearly a third of respondents said they regularly see racing drivers weaving through traffic.
AAA Urges Drivers to Slow Down, Move Over and Save Lives
April 23, 2026. Jillian Young
National Work Zone Awareness Week aims to protect roadside workers as construction season ramps up
Do EV Sounds Save Lives?
April 07, 2026. Ellen R. Delisio
Ever wonder why EVs make those strange sounds? Adding noise to otherwise silent vehicles helps keep roads and pedestrians safer.
Bad Driving Habits and How to Fix Them
April 06, 2026. Ellen R. Delisio
Bad driving habits may be universal, but they are not irreversible. Just a few adjustments can change your behavior.
Save a Life: Ditch the Distractions
April 01, 2026. Jillian Young
AAA reminds drivers to practice safe habits this Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Don’t Press Your Luck by Driving Impaired This St. Patrick’s Day
March 13, 2026. Jillian Young
AAA Northeast is urging those who plan to take part in St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to designate a sober driver.
AAA Study: Fatal Hit-and-Run Crashes Reach Record High
March 11, 2026. Jillian Young
AAA Foundation finds pedestrians, cyclists and roadside service providers especially at risk.