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Road Trips

Road Trip to Thrift and Vintage Stores in the Northeast

August 27, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

Love a good treasure hunt? Take your love of the thrift on the road with a trip to these amazing thrift shops and flea markets in our region.

Cars & Trucks

Google’s Project Green Light Eases Traffic Jams

August 27, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

As roads get more congested, some cities are turning to AI to help traffic move more smoothly.

Mortgages

Is Marry the House, Date the Rate a Good Homebuying Strategy?

August 27, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Is now the right time to buy a house? If you utilize the strategy of “marry the house, date the rate,” the answer could be yes.

Cars & Trucks

The History of the Car Cup Holder

August 22, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

We take it for granted, but it wasn’t long ago that the car cup holder didn’t exist. Here’s how it became such an important automotive feature.

Retirement

When Should You Take RMDs?

August 21, 2024. Meredith Bethune

Is it better to take your required minimum distributions monthly or annually? Here are the pros and cons associated with the timing of RMDs.

Games

Crossword: Back to School

August 20, 2024. AAA Staff

So long, summer vacation! Teachers, parents and students alike are preparing for the new school year. Get in the back-to-school spirit with this crossword.

Savings

The Importance of Comparison Shopping

August 15, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Receiving just one additional quote on your loan could save you thousands of dollars in the long run.

Retirement

Money Mistakes to Avoid in Retirement

August 13, 2024. Meredith Bethune

Ready for retirement? Consider these factors when planning to get the most from your savings.

Savings

Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

August 06, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Is there such a thing as good debt? What types of debt should you avoid? We answer these questions and more.

Health & Fitness

This Tiny German Hearing Aid Is Taking the U.S. by Storm

August 01, 2024. AAA Staff

See what the experts are saying.

Homeowner's Insurance

Wind Damage and Your Insurance: How to Prepare for the Worst

July 31, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

With damage from high winds becoming more common, it pays to review your insurance policies.

Budget-Wise

20 Things to Do in New York Under $20

July 31, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

Explore the state’s most budget-friendly activities.

Air Travel

Past Olympic Cities That Are Still Medal-Worthy

July 31, 2024. Stacey Zable

Four former Olympic cities and sites that offer a glimpse at golden glories of the past.

Auto History

A Seat Belt History Timeline

July 25, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

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

Day Trips

(Sun)flower Power: Sunflower Festivals in the Northeast

July 24, 2024. Karen Croke

The region’s sunflower fields are in bloom and open for u-pick events and festivals through summer and early fall.

Day Trips

25 Upstate N.Y. Day Trips That Will Make Your Weekend

July 24, 2024. AAA Staff

Forget the chaos of the city. Head upstate to experience a different, quieter side of New York.

Cars & Trucks

The Most Stolen Cars in America

July 24, 2024. AAA Staff

Is your car among the most likely to catch a thief’s eye? New data reveals the top stolen vehicles in the country.

Electric Vehicles

EV Rebates 101: 2024 Edition

July 21, 2024. AAA Staff

With so many incentives, is now the time to go electric? That’s the question many car shoppers are asking themselves.

European Tours

Sprinting Through Paris

July 19, 2024. Karen Croke

If you’re not going to the Olympics, Paris still earns first place as a vacation spot. Here’s how to make the most of even a short visit.

Cars & Trucks

100 Greatest Songs About Cars and Driving

July 19, 2024. AAA Staff

Update your road trip playlist with these classic tunes.