Tag: traffic
AAA Traffic Safety Heroes Turn Tragic Stories Into Powerful Messages
January 16, 2020. Ellis Einhorn
Two inspiring individuals are honored for their work to keep our roads safer.
The Most Dangerous States for DUI Deaths
January 07, 2020. Jerry Ascierto
The Northeast boasts some of the lowest rates in the nation for DUI arrests, accidents and fatalities, while Southern states are among the most dangerous.
International Travel Tips, Perks and Services
December 27, 2019. Chris Wood
A guide to smooth travels, savings and more when planning and exploring abroad.
The Northeast Cities With the Most Traffic Congestion
November 28, 2019. Jerry Ascierto
Every city has its share of traffic jams, but not all gridlock is created equal.
Holiday Travel Hacks From AAA Experts
November 21, 2019. Sarah Hopkins
Holiday travel can be daunting, but if you have the right tricks at your disposal, you just might survive to sing another carol.
5 of the Largest Objects Ever Moved on the Road
November 14, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Space shuttles and boulders and turbines, oh my! These are some of the largest objects moved on roadways.
New York’s New Child Seat Law Takes Effect in November
October 16, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Beginning Nov. 1, all children under age 2 in New York must be restrained in a rear-facing safety seat.
20 Cool Day Trips From Boston
October 06, 2019. AAA Staff
Looking for some cool things to do around the Northeast? Cultural attractions and amusement parks are among the best day trips from Boston. Here are some of our favorites.
The Worst Roads in America Are in the Northeast
September 25, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
The U.S. has a $146 billion backlog in needed roadway safety improvements, according to a report from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. It appears that a large portion of those improvements are needed in the Northeast.
Teen Driver Technology That Can Help Young Drivers Stay Safe
September 01, 2019. Ashley Richardson
Several automakers are introducing technologies to improve the safety of new drivers.
AAA Is Shifting Gears
August 29, 2019. John Galvin
As marijuana legalization continues, new measures need to be taken to keep the roads safe and drivers informed.
Deaths Caused by Running Red Lights Reaches a 10-Year High
August 29, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
939 people died from red-light accidents in 2017, nearly half were passengers or people in other vehicles.
“No One at the Wheel” Explores Autonomous Vehicles
August 08, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Samuel “Gridlock Sam” Schwartz’s book highlights the benefits of autonomous vehicles, but also warns of their dangers.
Senior Drivers Using Potentially Impairing Medications
May 03, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
AAA Foundation finds that nearly 1 in 5 older drivers uses medications that should be avoided.
Solutions for Seasonal Eye Allergies
April 25, 2019. Angelica Beneke
Do you suffer from eye allergies and need relief? Here are solutions and ways to deal with them, no matter what season it is.
Automated Driving Terminology Causes Driver Confusion
April 21, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
AAA study shows that four-in-10 Americans misjudge partially-automated driving systems’ abilities based on names such as Autopilot and Pilot Assist.
Bethel Woods Celebrates Woodstock’s Golden Anniversary
March 28, 2019. Vanessa Young
Special exhibits and trail restoration commemorate the spirit of peace, love and music at the site of the 1969 Woodstock Music and Art Fair.
AAA Supports Massachusetts Governor’s Road Safety Bill
March 20, 2019. AAA Staff
AAA Northeast officials were happy to host Gov. Charlie Baker at AAA Boston in March to show support for his proposed road safety legislation.
Where to Stay in Hawaii
February 23, 2019. Rebecca Melnitsky
From luxury resorts to intimate rooms by the beach, grab your own little slice of paradise in the Aloha State.
The Yankees and Red Sox Take Their Rivalry to London
February 06, 2019. Andrew G. Rosen
Each time the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox reignite their intense rivalry, there is a constant: home-field advantage. One team always has it. But when Major League Baseball heads to Europe on June 29 and 30, the two teams will face off at the 55,000-capacity London Stadium.