Tag: driving
Fact or Fiction? Understanding Car Insurance Myths
April 05, 2021. Vanessa Young
Do red cars really cost more to insure? We separate the truths from the half-truths and the full-on myths.
AAA Responds as Marijuana Legalization Expands
April 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
As more states move toward legalization, AAA is educating the public about the dangers of drugged driving.
5 of the Best European Vacations for Your Bucket List
April 02, 2021. Albert Stumm
European vacations that probably weren’t in your future plans, from historical Italy to remote Icelandic wilderness and trekking through Spain.
How Vehicle Glass Affects Safety Features
April 01, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Cameras and sensors located on or near your windshield help your vehicle’s safety features operate properly.
Test Drive: Fab Four-Doors
March 31, 2021. Alan Rider
Carmakers haven’t totally abandoned traditional automotive body-styles. Despite the demise of several high-profile nameplates, there are still a number of fabulous four-doors on the market.
The Crash Project Aims to Prevent Traffic Fatalities
March 25, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
After being involved in a fatal traffic crash, Shane Snowden tells her story in hopes it does not become yours.
U.S. Infrastructure Receives a C- Grade
March 08, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
The American Society of Civil Engineers gave America’s infrastructure a C- grade in its latest report card, up from a D+.
Crossword: Northeast Celebs
March 04, 2021. AAA Staff
The Northeast is home to some of the most talented celebrities in film, music, and television. Did your favorite star make it into our new crossword? Play to find out!
Driving in Sicily: The Long and Winding Road
March 03, 2021. Nick Popolo
This past fall, a road trip in Sicily fulfilled one AAA member’s personal goal of driving abroad – and tested his driving moxie against their notorious drivers.
The Rules of the Road Quiz
February 22, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
How well do you know your state’s driving laws? Test out your knowledge with our rules of the road quiz.
AAA Car Battery Experts Answer All Your Questions
February 17, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Do you know when your car battery will die? Or how to properly jump start it? AAA car battery experts tell all.
How COVID-19 Anxiety Can Affect Your Driving
February 16, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
The pandemic has dialed up the stress – and danger – of driving. Here’s how to prevent anxiety from becoming a driving hazard.
Charlie Wiggins and the Gold and Glory Sweepstakes
February 12, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
In honor of Black History Month, learn how Charlie Wiggins became one of the country’s great racecar drivers despite being barred from racing’s biggest event.
Test Drive: Watts up, Doc?
February 04, 2021. Alan Rider
In the future, cars with gasoline-powered engines will be replaced by those propelled by electric motors and battery packs. Here are two ways to get a feeling for that future today.
Volvo Offering $2 Million Worth of Free Cars During the Big Game
February 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
If either team scores a safety, the Swedish automaker will give free cars to lucky contestants.
DeLorean and Other Replicas Getting Back on the Road
January 28, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
A new federal ruling allows for the production and sale of a limited number of replica cars.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions See Largest Drop Since WWII
January 25, 2021. AAA Staff
One silver lining of 2020 was the drop of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
Test Drive: Escape Artists
January 25, 2021. Alan Rider
There are times when you just need to get away. Naturally, that task is made much easier with the right set of wheels, like these two compact crossovers.
The History of the Glove Compartment
January 25, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
The story of the glove compartment begins more than a century ago and takes many twist and turns to arrive at the car feature we know today.
The Top Tech Finds for 2024
January 14, 2021. Ellen R. Delisio
The CES 2024 Consumer Technology Association trade show featured some exciting future automobile technology and plenty of other impressive products.