Tag: cars
Test Drive: Just the Right Size
June 07, 2023. Alan Rider
Like Goldilocks, we’re all looking for a car that’s not too big and not too small.
Here are a couple we think fit the bill.
EVs: The Heavier the Load, the Shorter the Trip
June 06, 2023. AAA Staff
AAA research reveals Ford F-150 Lightning range falls with heavy loads.
How Much Does a Road Trip Cost?
June 01, 2023. AAA Staff
How much you spend on a road trip depends on where you’re going, where you plan to stay and what you’ll be driving.
10 Travel Apps to Improve Your Journeys
May 19, 2023. AAA Staff
Download these apps to make your next trip – and car rental, bill-splitting, home rental, flight and rideshare experience – a total breeze.
The Stories Behind Popular Car Logos and Names
May 19, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Most car logos and names are synonymous with their brand. But how did each marque create theirs?
Find Bike Trails and Paths Near You
May 15, 2023. AAA Staff
It’s time to break out your bike and pedal through the great outdoors. Check out these local biking trails and paths.
Crossword: Songs About Cars and Driving
May 15, 2023. AAA Staff
What would a road trip be without a great playlist? Any driving soundtrack would be incomplete without at least a few of these tunes.
Parkway vs. Highway: What’s the Difference?
May 09, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
The names for major roadways are often used interchangeably, but there are some key distinctions that set them apart. Find out the difference between parkways and highways, freeways and expressways.
What Causes Traffic Jams?
April 21, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
A small tap on the brakes can be all that’s needed to start a traffic jam. Here’s what causes congestion and how you can best avoid it.
Highlights of The New York Auto Show
April 10, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
From lava-colored cars to the newest electrified pickup trucks, here are some of the highlights from the New York Auto Show.
EVs Take Top Honors in 2023 AAA Car Guide
April 06, 2023. AAA Staff
Six electric vehicles were winners in their respective categories, including the BMW iX xDrive50, which was named the top overall car.
A Tour of New England’s Covered Bridges
April 04, 2023. Nicole Wakelin
Covered bridges are as eye-appealing as they are historical. Here are some of New England’s most noteworthy.
The Best Time to Book Flights, Hotels, Cruises and Tours
April 04, 2023. Sarah Hopkins
Tips on when to book flights, hotel rooms and more to get exactly what you want when traveling, at the lowest rate.
The Truth About Distracted Driving
April 03, 2023. Angelica Beneke
Research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals contradiction between the perceived dangers of distracted driving and driver behavior.
Debunking Common Cruise Myths
March 30, 2023. Dana Hammond
Toss these cruise myths overboard! Don’t let these misconceptions stand between you and a fantastic bon voyage.
Pioneering Female Race Car Drivers
March 17, 2023. Sarah Hopkins
For as long as there’s been professional race car driving, there have been female race car drivers. Take a look through history at some of the most influential female race car drivers and pioneers.
How to Get a Personal Loan
March 17, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Are you in the need of some extra funds? Taking out a personal loan may be the right move. Here’s how to do it.
Getting to Know Northeast Cruise Departure Ports
March 13, 2023. Dana Hammond
Leave the stress of flying behind and sail round-trip to destinations in the Caribbean, New England, Canada and more, straight out of Boston, New York or New Jersey.
10 of the Most Famous Movie Cars
March 09, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
There are iconic characters, enduring songs and classic quotes, but often, it’s the set of wheels that steals the scene in movies.
The Worst Cars in History
March 07, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Design fails. Cheap manufacturing. Unorganized management. For one reason or another, these go down in history for all the wrong reasons.