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Cars & Trucks

Don’t Try This at Home: Do-It-Yourself Car Fails

July 13, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Have you ever tried to fix your car by yourself and it went wrong? Our members have and they’re sharing their funny car fails.

Auto Insurance

Collector Car Insurance Essentials

July 09, 2020. Vanessa Young

Collector car insurance protects your prized possession with coverage specifically tailored to the unique circumstances of driving a classic car.

Cars & Trucks

7 Tips for Antique Car Restoration

July 09, 2020. Nicole Wakelin

Restoring an antique car requires an abundance of patience, planning and passion. We’re here to guide you through it.

Cars & Trucks

Ways You’re Damaging Your Windshield Without Knowing

June 29, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

A damaged windshield not only affects your ability to drive safely, it weakens the structural integrity of your vehicle. Here’s how your windshield may be getting damaged.

Auto Loans

The Evolution of the Car-Buying Process

June 19, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

The process of buying a car is changing rapidly. Out with traditional dealerships, in with vending machines.

Cars & Trucks

Phil Keoghan and His 1977 Corolla SR Coupe

June 16, 2020. Maggie McMenemy

The New Zealand native remembers cruising around the South Island in his red Toyota.

Cars & Trucks

Automotive Innovations That Were Ahead of Their Time

June 03, 2020. AAA Staff

We take many automotive innovations for granted – seat belts, airbags, even turn signals. Who deserves credit for these breakthroughs? You may be surprised.

Technology

A Guide to Car Safety Features

May 26, 2020. AAA Staff

From autonomous features to voice control, car safety features are designed to make driving less stressful. But what does each one do? And how do they all work?

Cars & Trucks

Is That New Car Smell Dangerous?

April 30, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

The chemicals that create the new car smell have the potential of causing severe health problems.

Podcast Pulse

Podcast Pulse: Find the Best Podcast for Your Road Trip

April 28, 2020. Sarah Hopkins

Can you find the best podcast to listen to on your road trip?

Cars & Trucks

Car 101: Manual vs. Automatic Transmission

April 20, 2020. AAA Staff

Manual vs. automatic transmission isn’t as big a question as it once was, but some cars still offer the option for a stick shift. We break down the differences.

Cars & Trucks

Jeff Kinney: Diary of a Wimpy Car

March 26, 2020. Jerry Ascierto

Long before he became the author of the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series, Jeff Kinney cruised Main Street in a Plymouth Reliant.

Auto History

The Most Popular Cars of All Time

March 10, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Whether it’s because of their practicality, capability or funky look, these are the most popular cars throughout the decades.

North American Tours

A Sign of Spring: Flower Festivals

March 02, 2020. Marina Davalos

Spring is springing and flower festivals are in bloom around the country. Here are six that we love.

Air Travel

Business Travel Tips and Tricks

February 24, 2020. AAA Staff

Make business travel simpler – and more enjoyable – by planning ahead, packing efficiently and being creative.

Cars & Trucks

Leonard Miller and the Black American Racers

February 21, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

The automotive pioneer broke barriers and worked endlessly to further the advancements of African Americans in the world of auto racing.

Cars & Trucks

The Top Television Cars of All Time

February 16, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

From drag-racing monster mobiles to crime-fighting sports cars, these are the best television cars.

Air Travel

How to Get an International Driving Permit

January 28, 2020. Sarah Hopkins

If you’re planning on driving while abroad, you’ll most likely need an International Driving Permit. But how do you get one? It’s easier than you might think.

Cars & Trucks

Max Thieriot Reminisces on His Vintage Mustang

January 21, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

The star of “Seal Team” started his driving career with an impressive first car.

Air Travel

Tips and Tricks for Traveling With Kids

January 06, 2020. Annie Sherman

If you’re prepared, globe-trotting with little ones can be easy, breezy and (somewhat) carefree.