Tag: driving

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!

Road Trips

AAA is a Driving Force for America’s Roads

February 21, 2018. Jill Schensul

AAA is pretty much synonymous with American roads. No surprise, then, that AAA was a driving force behind the America’s Byways program. As a pioneer of scenic routes, AAA introduced maps that highlighted these roads in 1983. It was also at the forefront of the movement to address America’s crumbling roadway system, and save the…

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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…

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…

Casino Vacations & Travel

Enjoy Fabulous Las Vegas No Matter Your Budget

February 14, 2018. AAA Staff

The glamour of Las Vegas has long beckoned travelers looking to hit it big on a glitzy escape from the daily grind. While the city made its name on casino gambling, today’s Vegas is increasingly family-friendly. Its lineup of attractions, hotels and restaurants offers something for budget-minded travelers, high rollers and everyone between. Budget Stay:…

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.

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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

Exploring the Impact of Impaired Driving

January 15, 2018. AAA Staff

As New Jersey prepares for a future with legalized recreational marijuana, AAA is exploring the impact it will have on our roadways, taking a proactive approach to marijuana-impaired driving and keeping all drivers safe. To that end, AAA recently hosted an Impaired Driving Summit to tackle the issue of drug-impaired driving on New Jersey’s roads….

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.

Savings

Tax Returns: Cash in on Tax Savings

December 18, 2017. Cassandra Raposo

What’s your New Year’s resolution? Is it to learn how to get the most out of your tax returns? Okay, perhaps that’s not your New Year’s resolution. But the 2018 tax season is upon us, and while the deadline to file isn’t until April, it’s never too early to start thinking about how you can…

Homeowner's Insurance

What Did 2017 Teach Us About Insurance Needs?

December 18, 2017. AAA Staff

One year’s experiences are another year’s lessons. Just look at what we learned from 2017: Fidget spinners were a fad, virtual reality is here to stay and not even a credit repository is immune from a data breach. Last year also taught us much about the value of insurance. Here is a look back at…

Cars & Trucks

Three Police Officers, Two Crossing Guards Celebrated in New Jersey

December 18, 2017. AAA Staff

AAA Northeast held its annual AAA Traffic Safety Awards luncheon in October, recognizing individuals and police departments who have gone and above beyond to bolster traffic safety in Essex, Morris and Union counties. Honorees included longtime Elizabeth crossing guards Rocco DiGiorgio (20 years), Elizabeth Parra (19 years) and Gladys Cintron (17 years). Each was named…

Cars & Trucks

Massachusetts Heroes Set Traffic Safety Examples Worth Following

December 18, 2017. AAA Staff

The world may never know what it would take to force Doris Frizzell from her position as a crossing guard at Shaughnessy Elementary School in Lowell. Despite bouts of inclement weather and dangerous traffic conditions – the school is located in one of the city’s busiest areas – Frizzell has spent the last 12 years…

Cars & Trucks

Financial Services Q&A: Monthly Car Payments

November 01, 2017. AAA Staff

How much money should I spend on monthly car payments? This really depends on how much money you make and how much discretionary income you’re willing to put toward a vehicle. The general rule of thumb is to spend 10 to 15 percent of your income after taxes, but if you cut down on the…

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Cars & Trucks

A Little Car Maintenance Goes a Long Way

October 18, 2017. Mark Shaw

AAA estimates that Americans spend an average of 17,600 minutes driving each year. That translates into more than 293 hours, or just over 12 full days of driving time. That’s a lot of work for both car and driver. What could possibly go wrong? We know the dangers when drivers are impaired, drowsy or distracted….

European Tours & Travel

Awe-Inspiring Ireland

October 01, 2017. Erik Trinidad

To someone unfamiliar with the depths of Irish culture, images of shamrocks and leprechauns and pints of green beer on St. Patrick’s Day might spring to mind. At least that was my experience before visiting Ireland. Anyone who’s traveled to the Emerald Isle knows that its centuries-old culture goes far deeper than the American collegiate…

European Tours

Fall Color Flourishes in Greece

September 01, 2017. AAA Staff

Greece is renowned for its sunshine, with most travelers choosing to visit in spring or summer to bask in the glorious rays while taking in the culture and immersing themselves in the history surrounding them at every turn. It should come as no surprise that travelers leave immensely satisfied, simply because Greece has it all:…

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Road Trips

Fun Places to Visit in the Northeast

August 15, 2017. AAA Staff

The Northeast is packed with amazing destinations and towns within driving distance of both New York and Boston. This guide will hit the 202 best drive trips within two hours of those great cities. From the tip of Long Island to the curved arm of Cape Cod, to the coastal gems in Maine, including Acadia…