Tag: traffic

Cars & Trucks

Are You Guilty of Aggressive Driving?

February 20, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Anger can easily interfere with your safety behind the wheel. Take stock of your driving behaviors and learn how to keep your emotions in check.

Newsroom

Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: February 2025

February 18, 2025. John Paul

John Paul, Senior Manager Traffic Safety, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.

Auto Insurance

The Rules of Dealing With a Tailgater

February 18, 2025. Nicole Wakelin

Keep your cool with a tailgater, and we’ll all be safer on the road.

Travel

Pedestrian Safety Crisis Worsens as Fatalities Rise 

February 13, 2025. Jillian Young

New AAA research finds fatal pedestrian crashes occur mostly at night on busy roads.

AAA & Roadside Services

Find a Tow Truck Anytime, Anywhere

February 13, 2025. AAA Staff

Don’t wait until you’re stranded on the side of the road. Learn what to do if you need a tow, including where to find a tow truck near you.

Road Trips

Understanding the Car Rental Reservation Process

February 07, 2025. AAA Staff

Got a bad case of availability anxiety? Hertz can help.

Auto History

The Black Pioneers of the Automotive Industry

February 06, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Whether breaking color barriers or inventing critical safety features, these are some of the Black pioneers that revolutionized the car world.

Auto Insurance

What Is Black Ice?

February 04, 2025. AAA Staff

How to prepare and protect yourself from this slippery risk.

Cars & Trucks

Is It Illegal to Hang Things From Your Rearview Mirror?

January 31, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Bye-bye fuzzy dice? Eight U.S. states prohibit drivers from hanging objects from their rearview mirrors. Is yours one of them?

Auto Insurance

Steer Clear of Car Insurance Scams

January 27, 2025. AAA Staff

Auto insurance fraud is a widespread issue with consquences that affect all policyholders.

Cars & Trucks

What You Need to Know About Toll Evasion

January 17, 2025. AAA Staff

With the advent of cashless tolling systems and congestion pricing, toll evasion is on the rise. Here’s how authorities are cracking down.

Newsroom

Q&A With AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor: January 2025

January 10, 2025. John Paul

John Paul, Senior Manager Traffic Safety, is a nationally recognized expert in automotive technology and repair.

National Parks

Top Six National Parks to Visit in Winter

January 10, 2025. Pamela Hunt

Check out these national parks to visit in winter. Avoiding crowds and higher prices are just a few perks that come in the off-season.

Auto Insurance

How to File an Insurance Claim After a Car Crash

January 03, 2025. Vanessa Young

Avoid extra stress and confusion after a crash with this guide on how to file an insurance claim.

Air Travel & Newsroom

AAA: Record Number of Holiday Travelers Expected to Close Out 2024 

December 11, 2024. Jillian Young

AAA projects more than 119 million Americans will travel over the year-end holidays.

Cars & Trucks

Ask a Mechanic: Signs Your Car Needs Maintenance

December 06, 2024. AAA Staff

Don’t ignore your car when it’s telling you it needs help. These are the sights, sounds and smells to watch for.

Newsroom

AAA Survey: Nearly Two-Thirds of Drivers Admit to Unsafe Driving Behaviors

December 05, 2024. Jillian Young

Annual Traffic Safety Culture Index sheds light on risky driving behaviors

Newsroom

Number of Deadly Traffic Crashes Involving Older Drivers on the Rise

December 02, 2024. Jillian Young

AAA encourages seniors and their families to discuss safe mobility during Older Driver Safety Awareness Week.

Cars & Trucks

Stay Safe With Winter Driving Tips From AAA

November 20, 2024. AAA Staff

A guide to keep you safe on the roads this season.

Newsroom & Travel

AAA: Nearly 80 Million Americans Expected to Travel Over Thanksgiving 

November 18, 2024. Jillian Young

AAA projects a record 79.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period.