Tag: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Cars & Trucks

Car Seat Safety Tips for Expecting & New Parents

September 13, 2024. AAA Staff

How should you wear your seat belt when pregnant? When do you move your child to a front-facing car seat? AAA answers your car safety questions.

Cars & Trucks

The Safest Cars for Teens and New Drivers

September 06, 2024. AAA Staff

It’s all about safety when it comes to choosing a car for a new driver. Here are some of the top choices.

Cars & Trucks

When to Stop for a School Bus and More School Bus Safety Questions

August 29, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

Understanding the rules that keep kids safe when traveling to and from school.

Cars & Trucks

Driving While Filming: Social Mediaā€™s Dangerous Trend

August 09, 2024. AAA Staff

Driving while filming is dangerous, so why are people on social media doing it?

Auto History

A Seat Belt History Timeline

July 25, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Looking back, seat belts weren’t always widely accepted. Now, they save thousands of lives each year.

Cars & Trucks

When to Replace Tires: Don’t Ignore These Signs

June 25, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Knowing how often to change your tires is critical to staying safe on the road.

Cars & Trucks

Summer Driving Safety Tips From AAA

June 20, 2024. AAA Staff

Drive smart while enjoying all the road trips and weekend adventures in store this season.

Cars & Trucks

Top Challenges for Older Drivers

May 14, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Older drivers face physical and cognitive challenges that can make operating a vehicle more difficult. Here’s how to overcome them.

AAA & Lifestyle

Bike Smart, Ride Safe

May 02, 2024. Sarah Hopkins

Don’t forget your helmet! Follow these tips to ensure your next bike ride is both safe and enjoyable.

Cars & Trucks

Raising the Speed Limit May Raise Risks

April 26, 2024. AAA Staff

AAA research reveals the importance of considering the needs of all road users before changing speed limits.

Cars & Trucks

Slow Down, Move Over Laws Expanded

April 09, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Thanks in part to AAA advocacy, slow down, move over laws have been expanded in three states.

Cars & Trucks

Don’t Drive Intexticated: Dangers of Texting and Driving

April 09, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Distracted driving can have devastating consequences, yet a significant number of drivers admit to using their smartphones behind the wheel.

Cars & Trucks

Drivers Still Fearful of Self-Driving Vehicles

March 28, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

AAA research shows that while drivers remain skeptical about self-driving cars, they may be overly confident in the capability of automated vehicle safety features.

Cars & Trucks

Bad Driving Habits and How to Fix Them

March 28, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Bad driving habits may be universal, but they are not irreversible. Just a few adjustments can change your behavior.

Cars & Trucks

How Do Potholes Form? And Avoiding Pothole Damage

February 28, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Learn how car-eating craters are formed and what you can do to prevent major damage to your vehicle.

Cars & Trucks

What’s the Story With Headlight Glare?

February 23, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Newer LED headlights seem brighter and more blinding than their halogen predecessors. But change is on the way.

Cars & Trucks

Tesla Recalls 2 Million EVs in U.S.

December 15, 2023. Ellen R. Delisio

An investigation into the safety of Tesla’s Autopilot system prompted the recall.

Cars & Trucks

Why Are Pedestrian Deaths on the Rise?

October 18, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

Pedestrians fatalities are increasing at unprecedented levels. Here’s why it’s happening.

Electric Vehicles

Are Electric Vehicles Safe?

September 01, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

With safety ratings and studies to back it up, EVs are proving to be as safe as, if not safer than, traditional gas-powered vehicles.

Cars & Trucks

Traffic Fatalities Reach 16-Year High

May 25, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Early estimates show nearly 43,000 people died in traffic crashes in 2021.