Tag: traffic safety

Cars & Trucks

When to Replace Tires: Don’t Ignore These Signs

June 25, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Knowing how often to change your tires is critical to staying safe on the road.

Cars & Trucks

Summer Driving Safety Tips From AAA

June 20, 2024. AAA Staff

Drive smart while enjoying all the road trips and weekend adventures in store this season.

Cars & Trucks

Empowering Teen Drivers to Make Safe Choices

June 10, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Students learned about the consequences of impaired driving at AAA Northeast’s 2024 teen safety summit.

Cars & Trucks

Driving Massachusetts Into the Future 

May 30, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Massachusetts Department of Transportation CEO Monica Tibbits-Nutt has her sights on infrastructure and sustainability.

Cars & Trucks

Buying a Car in a Pricey Market

May 22, 2024. AAA Staff

Forewarned is forearmed when shopping for a new or used vehicle.

Cars & Trucks

Raising the Speed Limit May Raise Risks

April 26, 2024. AAA Staff

AAA research reveals the importance of considering the needs of all road users before changing speed limits.

AAA & Cars & Trucks

What to Know About the AAA Defensive Driving Course

April 12, 2024. Marisa Perjatel

Looking to refresh your driving skills? Learn more about AAA’s in-person and online driver improvement classes.

Cars & Trucks

Slow Down, Move Over Laws Expanded

April 09, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Thanks in part to AAA advocacy, slow down, move over laws have been expanded in three states.

Cars & Trucks

Don’t Drive Intexticated: Dangers of Texting and Driving

April 09, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Distracted driving can have devastating consequences, yet a significant number of drivers admit to using their smartphones behind the wheel.

Cars & Trucks

Driving in the Rain and Other Spring Driving Tips

March 27, 2024. AAA Staff

Cautious driving and proper car care are important aspects of staying safe in the rain.

AAA

Pro Tips for Young Drivers

March 22, 2024. AAA Staff

Six AAA driving instructors share their best advice and stories.

Health & Fitness

How to Avoid Drowsy Driving on a Road Trip

March 08, 2024. Christina Elston

Drowsy driving is just as dangerous as driving while drunk.

Roadside Services

How to Properly Perform Tire Care

January 05, 2024. Nicole Wakelin

Tire care is where the rubber meets the road. Include tire checks as part of regular car care to stay safe on the road.

AAA

‘Slow Down, Move Over’ Saves Lives

November 13, 2023. AAA Staff

Each day, AAA roadside technicians brave risky conditions to protect and serve members at the roadside.

Electric Vehicles

Thinking of Buying a Tesla? Here’s What You Should Know

July 12, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Tesla cars are the most popular electric vehicles on the road, but is one right for you?

Life

AAA and R.I. State Police Team up for Community Outreach

November 12, 2021. Aimee Carrier

The Rhode Island State Police are stocking up on child passenger safety seats and are now certified to install them, thanks to a partnership with AAA.

Life

Joining Forces With State Police Units for Shifting Gears Program

September 23, 2021. AAA Staff

AAA Northeast is partnering with local State Police to educate young people on the effects marijuana has on driving.

Cars & Trucks

Tips for Choosing Your Kid’s First Car

April 15, 2021. Nicole Wakelin

How to find the safest, sturdiest and most practical car for your new driver.

Cars & Trucks

AAA Responds as Marijuana Legalization Expands

April 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

As more states move toward legalization, AAA is educating the public about the dangers of drugged driving.

Cars & Trucks

How Vehicle Glass Affects Safety Features

April 01, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Cameras and sensors located on or near your windshield help your vehicle’s safety features operate properly.