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Driving a 2018 Hyundai Elantra

March 12, 2018. John Paul

The Hyundai Elantra GT is a five-door front-wheel-drive hatchback powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 161 horsepower. Transmission choices are a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. In addition to the standard GT, there is the Elantra GT Sport which ups the performance by adding a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine that produces 201 horsepower….

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Behind the Wheel of the 2018 VW Golf

March 12, 2018. John Paul

The Golf is the car that started the “hot hatch” trend of fun-to-drive, peppy, great-handling hatchbacks. Based on AAA’s review, the latest version may be the best yet.

Cars & Trucks

Antonio Banderas Remembers His BMW 5 Series

March 12, 2018. Roberto Cruz

The superstar actor, director and singer talks to Your AAA about his first car.

Home & Life

Stay Hip to Today’s Home Improvement Trends

March 02, 2018. AAA Staff

What’s hot in home remodeling.

Day Trips

Best New England Day Trips for Couples

March 01, 2018. AAA Staff

From hiking and kayaking to dining on farm-to-table delicacies, the New England states offer many tempting ways for couples to spend the day together.  

National Parks

Seven of the Most Scenic Spots in US National Parks

February 23, 2018. Pamela Hunt

U.S. national parks boast some of the most picturesque locations in the world. Here are a few you can’t miss.

North American Tours

Exploring the Canadian Rockies and Pacific Northwest by Rail

February 23, 2018. Vanessa Young

Your guide to an unforgettable railroad adventure among mountain peaks and pristine coastlines.

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When to Replace Your Central AC System

February 23, 2018. Sarah Hopkins

Central air not cooling? Here’s how to know when it’s time to replace your central air conditioning system.

Road Trips

The Best Lake Getaways in Fulton County

February 23, 2018. Rebecca Melnitsky

Nestled in the south of the Adirondack Mountains and north of the Capital Region, Fulton County is a standout in New York State.

Road Trips

AAA is a Driving Force for America’s Roads

February 21, 2018. Jill Schensul

AAA is pretty much synonymous with American roads. No surprise, then, that AAA was a driving force behind the America’s Byways program. As a pioneer of scenic routes, AAA introduced maps that highlighted these roads in 1983. It was also at the forefront of the movement to address America’s crumbling roadway system, and save the…

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AAA Leads Teen Driving Safety Efforts

February 21, 2018. John Galvin

Helping teens learn to drive safely is one of the most important missions we have at AAA. Why? Because motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the U.S. At AAA, our commitment to helping teens drive safely dates to the 1940s. That was the start of our successful driver training…

Ocean Cruises

A New Age in Cruising: High-Tech and Youth-Oriented Ships

February 17, 2018. Dana Hammond

Every year a new flotilla of cruise ships sets sail to decorate the world’s waterways, glowing at night like floating lanterns. But that’s just a hint of the magic at play, because the brightest treats lie within, where you’ll literally find whatever floats your boat. Here’s what’s new this year in the cruising world. Royal…

Cars & Trucks

Behind the Wheel of a 2018 Kia Rio EX

February 14, 2018. John Paul

The all-new Kia Rio comes in both a four-door sedan and hatchback. There are three trim levels, the LX, EX and S. All models are powered by the same 130-horsepower, four-cylinder engine. Manual and automatic transmissions are available in all trims. I drove the EX hatchback version with an automatic transmission. These days, with minivans…

Health & Fitness

Meal Ideas to Boost Colon Health

February 14, 2018. Cassandra Raposo

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. For colon health, Dr. Isabelle von Althen-Dagum, a gastroenterologist at St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center in Smithtown, N.Y., recommends a diet high in fish, vegetables and fruits. To foster a colon-healthy diet at home, try these simple meal ideas from von Althen-Dagum. Keep the health kick going…

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What’s New in Interior Design: The 1970s

February 14, 2018. Cassandra Raposo

Picture it: You come home to find Dad watching TV in the living room, flipping between “MASH” and the latest Watergate report on the evening news. You hear the soulful sound of Marvin Gaye on the radio and follow it to find Mom making Jiffy Pop in her avocado-green kitchen, counters and appliances alike splashed…

Travel

Put Some Spring in Your Steps

February 14, 2018. Christina Elston

You might cover hundreds of miles on your next vacation or business trip, but that doesn’t mean it will be easy to reach the 10,000 steps a day that experts recommend for good health. There are ways, however, to tuck them in. “Every minute counts. Every step counts,” says Heidi Simon of America Walks, a…

Cars & Trucks

New AAA Senior Driving Study Coming Down the Pike

February 14, 2018. Roberto Cruz

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety will soon release new information on the driving habits of older drivers. The research is the second phase of the foundation’s groundbreaking senior driver study, the Longitudinal Research on Aging Drivers project, or LongROAD for short. The multiyear project, which began in 2015, has resulted in the largest and…

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Cars & Trucks

Property Brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott on Their ’83 Chrysler E-Class

February 14, 2018. Roberto Cruz

HGTV’s Property Brothers share memories of their first car.

Health & Fitness

Spring Into Shape With Outdoor Chores

February 14, 2018. Cassandra Raposo

This spring, take advantage of the time you’ll already be spending outside and burn more calories by turning your outdoor chores into workouts.

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How to Pack a Box Like a Pro

February 14, 2018. Cassandra Raposo

If you’re planning on moving or cleaning up this spring, you’ll probably be packing a lot of boxes. Keep in mind these tips from moving experts.