Tag: driving
Follow These Tips To Help Keep Teens Safe Behind The Wheel
July 19, 2018. AAA Staff
Teaching your teenager to drive can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time. Follow these tips to ease your anxiety. They’re from Keys2Drive – the AAA Guide to Teen Driver Safety. Practice, practice, practice. Plan for as much supervised practice driving as possible. It’s the key to helping your teen develop safe habits. AAA…
AAA Roadside Technician Rescues Elderly Couple From Home Fire
July 19, 2018. AAA Staff
Every day, AAA Northeast’s expert roadside technicians demonstrate a dedication to helping and serving people. Some days, their efforts are downright heroic. May 30 was one of those days. That’s when Norman Strom helped save an elderly couple from a fire in their Grafton, Mass., home. Strom was passing their house on his way to…
A Few Lessons for Driving in Foreign Lands
July 17, 2018. Elias Christeas
The Mediterranean sparkled, and the smell of cypress trees warmed by the summer sun filled the air as I cruised around the Greek island of Paros on my dual-sport motorcycle. Find and book a hotel in Paros. It was paradise. Until an oncoming tour bus entered my lane around a blind cliff-side turn. I avoided…
Tips for Taking a Car Ride With Your Critters
July 17, 2018. AAA Staff
Traveling with pets can be a fun-filled experience – or utter insanity. Here are some directions from AAA for driving with your four-footed passengers. Get Ready To help prevent car sickness, feed your pet a light meal four to six hours before departing. Do not give an animal food or water in a moving vehicle….
200 Things to See in America’s Biggest Cities
July 09, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
America’s biggest cities are filled with busy people – and they’re also filled with amazing things to see and do. Whether you’re a local looking for something new or a tourist who wants to see all the sights, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
5 Iconic American Road Trips
June 26, 2018. AAA Staff
Hit the road on one of these amazing routes to get a real feel for all America has to offer.
5 Iconic American Road Trips
June 26, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
Hit the road on one of these amazing routes to get a real feel for all America has to offer.
Put the Brakes on Distracted Driving
June 21, 2018. John Galvin
Summer is finally here in the Northeast, and many of us will be jumping in the car and taking road trips near and far. During this time, you’re bound to experience more drivers on the road than any other time of year. If you’re like me, you’re also noticing the increasing number of drivers who…
Teaching Young Drivers the Rules of the Road
June 15, 2018. Cassandra Raposo
AAA driving instructors point out the most common mistakes that new drivers make and how to avoid them. Joining locations throughout the Northeast, AAA’s newest driving school is opening in Garden City, N.Y., on August 13.
New Ships Signal Bigger Is Better
June 15, 2018. AAA Staff
Will the cruise industry ever rest in its pursuit of building bigger and bigger ships? It sure doesn’t seem like it. In April, Royal Caribbean International celebrated the inaugural voyage of the world’s largest cruise ship. Symphony of the Seas carries more than 5,500 guests and will be based in Miami beginning in November. The…
AAA Urges You Not To Drive Intexticated
June 15, 2018. AAA Staff
A father is driving with his three children in the back seat. His left hand is firmly on the steering wheel while his right hand is gripping a beer bottle. Shocking, right? But would you be as shocked if the same man was holding a phone instead? Distracted driving can be as devastating as driving…
102 National Park Attractions: America’s Most Awe-Inspiring Natural Wonders and Historic Monuments
May 25, 2018. AAA Staff
From sea to shining sea, America the Beautiful has one of the richest and most diverse landscapes in the world. Discover over 100 of the most impressive national park attractions.
102 National Park Attractions
May 25, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Go big with a vacation to an amazing U.S. national park.
Distracted Drivers Make Everyone’s Commutes Slower
May 14, 2018. AAA Staff
The next time you’re a few minutes late for work, you could blame it on distracted drivers. After all, the excuse is backed by science. Distracted drivers can slow down commutes by as much as 10 percent, according to David Strayer, a cognitive neuroscientist at the University of Utah. His research for the AAA Foundation…
Headlight Restoration Tips From Sylvania Automotive Lighting
May 11, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Headlight restoration not only makes your car look better, but it also can have a major impact on driver safety.
Increase the Battery Life of Your Phone
May 01, 2018. Vanessa Young
Methods to make sure your phone battery stays alive and well throughout the day.
Live a Healthier Life
April 24, 2018. AAA Staff
Eat better, stay active and reduce stress with the helpful tips inside this free guide from Your AAA.
Rush-Hour Headache Relief
April 16, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Driving during rush-hour can be incredibly stressful and frustrating. Use these tips to make your gridlocked commute a little safer.
Drowsy Driving Endangers Lives
April 16, 2018. John Galvin
The busier our lives get, the more we wish for time to get things done. But according to the experts, what we all need more of is sleep.
Curb Cellphone Use to Keep Our Roadways Safe
March 14, 2018. John Galvin
Many years ago, I got my first cellphone. It was larger than the one I have today, and I could only make phone calls on it. Fast-forward to 2018, and cellphones are mini-computers that allow you to talk, text, watch shows, listen to podcasts and buy your favorite products. However, cellphones are also devices that…