Tag: car

Road Trips

Discover History and Adventure Along the Erie Canal

March 15, 2018. Rebecca Melnitsky

From Albany to Buffalo, here’s what to see and do in this vibrant and historical region of New York State.

Cars & Trucks

Member Reminisces About His 1921 Model T

March 14, 2018. AAA Staff

Back in 1949, when I was 13 years old, my grandfather had a 1921 Ford Model T, which I could have with my father’s permission. He gave in after I agreed to keep it off the hayfields. When it was delivered, I asked my father to teach me how to drive it. He just started…

Cars & Trucks

The Legendary Ford Mustang: 1964 and Today

March 12, 2018. Roberto Cruz

Few vehicles are as iconic as the Ford Mustang. See how today’s version compares to the original.

Homeowner's Insurance

42 Home Improvement Projects: And How to Protect Your Biggest Investment

March 05, 2018. AAA Staff

Learn fun DIY renovation projects and how to protect your biggest investment – your home – with this free guide from Your AAA.

European Tours

64 Must-See Sights in Europe: And How to Book the Ultimate European Vacation

March 05, 2018. Roberto Cruz

Inspire your next European vacation with this free guide to the best attractions in Europe. Click here for helpful travel tips and videos, too!

European Tours

64 Must-See Sights in Europe

March 01, 2018. AAA Staff

Inspire your next European vacation with this guide to the best attractions in Europe. Click here for helpful travel tips and videos, too!

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.  

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Cars & Trucks

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…

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…

Technology

6 Family-Friendly Podcasts Just Right for Road Trips

February 13, 2018. Dana Laverty

Sooner or later, you’re going to go on a road trip. And you’re going to need something that keeps everyone happy and occupied.

Cars & Trucks

Parking in NYC: Everything You Need to Know

February 03, 2018. Marisa Perjatel

If you can park here, you can park anywhere!

Ocean Cruises

Nail Your Next Ocean Cruise

January 31, 2018. AAA Staff

Find the cruise of a lifetime and get the best rates with help from this FREE Your AAA guide to ocean cruising.

Ocean Cruises

Cruise Alaska and Expect the Unexpected

January 28, 2018. Joanna Cutrara

Breathtaking natural beauty, stunning views, diverse wildlife. Why an Alaskan Cruise should be your next dream vacation.

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Cars & Trucks

Better Drivers Save Lives on the Road

January 15, 2018. John Galvin

At AAA, we focus a lot of our efforts on saving lives. Not many organizations can say that. We’re proud of the work we do. Not only do we rescue people from the side of the road in sometimes precarious situations, but we advocate for safer roads and driver safety. We lobby for legislative changes,…

Cars & Trucks

8 Fixes for Your Car As Winter Winds Down

January 15, 2018. Roberto Cruz

While you’re snuggling with your dog under blankets on the couch, your car is outside freezing its bumpers off. Cold temperatures, snow and ice – plus all the chemicals used to treat slippery roads –hammer your car all winter. It’s up to you to help it bounce back. Here are eight things to fix on…

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Cars & Trucks

Auto News: Supercars, Robo-Taxis and Electricity

January 15, 2018. Roberto Cruz

Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk said the second-generation Tesla Roadster supercar was designed to give a “hardcore smack-down” to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. Musk said the $200,000-plus Roadster is the fastest production car ever made. The electric automaker claims it can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 1.9 seconds, leaving the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon’s…

Cars & Trucks

What Difference Does a Drivetrain Make?

January 15, 2018. Roberto Cruz

Four-wheel drive. All-wheel drive. What does it all mean? Is either one worth the money? Here’s a brief explanation of what each type of drivetrain can do with a good set of tires. Front-Wheel Drive Most sedans have front-wheel drive because it’s cheaper to design and build. In this system, engine power is transferred to…

Technology

What’s Trending: Exciting New Technology for Travel, Cars and More

December 29, 2017. AAA Staff

Technology gets cooler and more advanced each and every day. Get the scoop on the latest high-tech accessories for travel, cars and your home.

Cars & Trucks

Unreliable Cars, Artificial Intelligence and a New CUV

December 18, 2017. Roberto Cruz

The Tesla Model X and Cadillac Escalade have tied as the most unreliable cars on the market, according to a new study by Consumer Reports. The 2017 reliability report found that Model X owners experienced a large number of issues with body paint, hardware and climate control systems. Escalade owners noted issues with power equipment,…