Tag: traffic
New York’s New Child Seat Law Takes Effect in November
October 16, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Beginning Nov. 1, all children under age 2 in New York must be restrained in a rear-facing safety seat.
Everything You Need to Know About Car Infotainment Systems
October 14, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Infotainment systems simplify a driver’s experience by bringing all the car’s functions front and center. But they can still can still cause dangerous distractions.
20 Cool Day Trips From Boston
October 06, 2019. AAA Staff
Looking for some cool things to do around the Northeast? Cultural attractions and amusement parks are among the best day trips from Boston. Here are some of our favorites.
The Worst Roads in America Are in the Northeast
September 25, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
The U.S. has a $146 billion backlog in needed roadway safety improvements, according to a report from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. It appears that a large portion of those improvements are needed in the Northeast.
Teen Driver Technology That Can Help Young Drivers Stay Safe
September 01, 2019. Ashley Richardson
Several automakers are introducing technologies to improve the safety of new drivers.
School’s Open for New Drivers
August 29, 2019. AAA Staff
AAA helps keep new and vulnerable drivers safe as the school year begins again.
AAA Is Shifting Gears
August 29, 2019. John Galvin
As marijuana legalization continues, new measures need to be taken to keep the roads safe and drivers informed.
Deaths Caused by Running Red Lights Reaches a 10-Year High
August 29, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
939 people died from red-light accidents in 2017, nearly half were passengers or people in other vehicles.
“No One at the Wheel” Explores Autonomous Vehicles
August 08, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Samuel “Gridlock Sam” Schwartz’s book highlights the benefits of autonomous vehicles, but also warns of their dangers.
New York City Expands the Use of Speed Cameras
July 18, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
750 speed cameras will be installed in school zones throughout the city.