Tag: Vehicle
How to Defrost Car Windows and Other Winter Conundrums
December 22, 2025. Andrew Sheldon
Learn how to defrost car windows as quickly as possible and safely rid your vehicle of snow, ice and salt.
The History of the Glove Compartment
December 21, 2025. Andrew Sheldon
The story of the glove compartment begins more than a century ago and takes many twist and turns to arrive at the car feature we know today.
Parking Lot Safety for the Holiday Season
December 19, 2025. AAA Staff
Parking lot crashes and crimes increase when drivers are distracted. Keep safety in mind while checking off your to-do lists this busy time of year.
Stay Safe With Winter Driving Tips From AAA
December 19, 2025. AAA Staff
A guide to keep you safe on the roads this season.
Don’t Let Your Christmas Tree Fly Off Your Sleigh
December 08, 2025. Jillian Young
AAA research shows that road debris contributes to thousands of U.S. traffic crashes each year.
AAA Northeast Survey: Cost, Road Trip Concerns and Safety Fears Lower EV Interest
December 08, 2025. Jillian Young
Only 4% say they plan to purchase a fully electric vehicle for their next car.
Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: December 2025
December 02, 2025. John Paul
Q. I am thinking about an old vehicle, specifically an early 1960’s Dodge Power Wagon. I found a few that are in decent to good shape, what do you think of buying this truck as an investment? A. The Dodge Power Wagons according to Hagerty Collector Car insurance are going up in value. That being…
Holiday Light Displays in the Northeast
December 02, 2025. Annie Sherman
Get into the spirit of the season with some of our favorite and lesser-known light shows throughout the region.
The 5 Most Common Holiday Insurance Claims
December 02, 2025. Sarah Vincelette
Learn about the season’s top hazards and how to navigate them with peace of mind.
Castles in the Northeast
November 25, 2025. Sarah Vincelette
Sure, there are castles in fairy tales. But the ones you can visit in real life are even better.
How to Apply and Remove a Vehicle Registration Sticker
November 24, 2025. Andrew Sheldon
Stubborn registration stickers can be a sticky situation. Follow these tips to easily apply and remove a vehicle registration sticker.
Is It Illegal to Decorate Your Car With Lights for the Holidays?
November 21, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
While it’s become trendy to string holiday lights on cars, it’s safer to keep them at home on your tree.
What To Do When You Get Sideswiped
November 21, 2025. Andrew Sheldon
Minor collisions can cause major damage. Here’s how to handle a sideswipe situation and how insurance can help.
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.
Are You Insured Against Porch Pirates?
October 29, 2025. Kate Romain
Homeowners and renters insurance could help, but there are other ways you can reclaim the value of your stolen package, too.
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.
Ask an Agent: Transitioning From Your Parent’s Car Insurance
October 24, 2025. Sarah Vincelette
What to know when making the move to your own insurance policy.
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…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Winter Car Storage
October 17, 2025. John Paul
Properly storing your car away for the winter can prevent mechanical problems when you take it back out in the spring.