Tag: auto repair
It Now Costs More Than Ever to Own a Car
December 23, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
In 2020, the average annual cost of vehicle ownership rose to more than $9,500.
The Simple Maintenance Task Your Mechanic Says Will Extend Your Car’s Life
October 13, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
The easy car maintenance tips your mechanic says are needed to keep your car running smoothly and safely.
Here’s What Your Mechanic Says Is Damaging Your Car
August 29, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Here’s one diagnostic technician’s take on the most common maintenance misconceptions and mistakes.
Ask a Mechanic: Headlight Replacement
August 21, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Don’t wait until the bulb burns out to think about the condition of your headlights.
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.
Paulās Motors is Still Going Strong a Century Later
March 26, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
The AAA Approved Auto Repair shop has been providing exceptional service to New Jersey motorists for a century.
How to Keep Your Car Battery Running Smoothly
July 15, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Most AAA service calls are battery-related. Follow these guidelines to ensure your car battery never fails.
How Does Car Air Conditioning Work? Get the Facts
June 25, 2019. AAA Staff
We take at look at what’s going on mechanically to get that glorious cool breeze.
Recharge Your Battery for Summer
March 11, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Here are a few tips to keep your car battery in top shape.Ā
Good Car Maintenance Starts With Oil Checks
February 25, 2019. Nicole Wakelin
An essential part of car maintenance is checking and changing the oil regularly. Take the time to check it every month to keep your car in top shape.
In the Forecast: April Showers
January 05, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Yes, winter’s on its way out, but roads are sure to stay slippery for spring.
How to Survive a Road Trip With Kids
November 17, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Learn how to limit the real distractions that come with a weekend getaway or road trip with kids and make the experience fun for all.
Tow Driver Saves Lives
November 15, 2018. Andrew Sheldon
May 17 started out like any other day in Mike Bensonās life. The owner of Powder Mill Towing & Auto Repair in Parsippany, N.J., was towing a car to Pennsylvania. But as he drove through the Mount Olive section of Interstate 80, everything changed. In front of him, a bus taking fifth-graders on a field…
Trust-Worthy Auto Repair Shops Get AAA Seal of Approval
November 09, 2018. Ashley Richardson
AAA’s Approved Auto Repair network can help you fix your ride at a discounted price at a facility you can trust.
AAA Auto Glass Partners With JN Phillips Auto Glass
November 01, 2018. Andrew Sheldon
The partnership adds 40 new AAA Auto Glass locations throughout New England.
NJ Tow Company Owner Recognized for Heroic Response to School Bus Accident
October 17, 2018. Andrew Sheldon
Mike Benson of AAA Preferred Service Provider Powder Mill Towing and Auto Repair received the Outstanding EMS Action by a Citizen Award for his life-saving action.
Show Your Car That You Care
October 01, 2018. Roberto Cruz
October is Car Care Month, and with a potentially harsh winter only a couple of months away, now is the perfect time to give your car a checkup.
How to Spend Less Money on Auto Repairs
September 28, 2018. Nicole Wakelin
Does your car need some TLC before itās safe to hit the road? Hereās how you can save on auto repairs and keep more money in your wallet.
Prepare Your Car for Winter Weather
September 15, 2018. John Galvin
None of us want, or ever expect, breakdowns on the side of the highway, dead batteries in driveways or blown tires in parking lots. It seems these things happen at the worst times, and at AAA we are proud to be able to make those times a little less frantic for our nearly 6 million…
Keep Your Car Running Longer
August 31, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
In this guide, you can learn everything from general car care tips to the nitty-gritty business of keeping your car running like a dream.