Tag: transportation
Caring for Elderly Parents
June 14, 2021. AAA Staff
Deciding when and how to provide elder care isn’t always easy. Educating yourself on caregiving for elderly parents can help.
The History of the Car Horn
May 27, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
“Ahooga,” Mark Twain, oscillating diaphragms and the unique backstory of car horns.
48 States in 48 Days
May 25, 2021. Nate Williams
A member’s retirement journey through pandemic America.
Top 10 Craziest TSA Stories and Finds
May 05, 2021. Ellis Einhorn
Snakes on a plane? Yup. Chainsaws, too. The TSA’s humorous Instagram account proves there’s no limit to what passengers will try to sneak onto a flight.
What Biden’s Infrastructure Plan Could Mean for Northeast Roads
April 05, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
The $2 trillion bill would allocate more than $100 billion to fix the worst roads and bridges, many of which are here in the Northeast.
U.S. Senator Jack Reed Sits Down With AAA Northeast
February 24, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Rhode Island’s senior senator discusses the need for infrastructure improvement, electric vehicles and more.
How COVID-19 Anxiety Can Affect Your Driving
February 16, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
The pandemic has dialed up the stress – and danger – of driving. Here’s how to prevent anxiety from becoming a driving hazard.
Test Drive: Watts up, Doc?
February 04, 2021. Alan Rider
In the future, cars with gasoline-powered engines will be replaced by those propelled by electric motors and battery packs. Here are two ways to get a feeling for that future today.
Vehicle Emission Reduction Program Set to Start in the Northeast
January 26, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Three Northeast states – and possibly more – will implement the program beginning in 2023.
The Top Tech Finds for 2024
January 14, 2021. Ellen R. Delisio
The CES 2024 Consumer Technology Association trade show featured some exciting future automobile technology and plenty of other impressive products.
How to Start a Walking School Bus Program
October 07, 2020. AAA Staff
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and there’s no walk more important than the one from home to school. Here’s how to ensure your children arrive to school safely.
10 Ways to Stop Unnecessary Spending
June 25, 2020. Vanessa Young
Growing your savings starts with curbing superfluous purchases.
The Evolution of Car Design
May 07, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Between technological advances and changing tastes, the evolution of car design has come a long way since the days of the Model T.
Jump-Start Your Early Retirement With These 5 Steps
March 16, 2020. Joanna Cutrara
Everybody wants early retirement. What can you do to make sure you get the chance? Find out with these five helpful steps.
C.R. Patterson and Sons: The First and Only African-American Automobile Company
February 03, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
In honor of Black History Month, learn how former slave C.R. Patterson and his son Frederick started a business that would eventually build the first cars, rivaling the Model T.
The Least Expensive Cities to Retire in the U.S.
January 29, 2020. AAA Staff
If you’re approaching retirement, knowing where to retire cheap could help keep your nest egg safer, longer.
How to Get an International Driving Permit
January 28, 2020. Sarah Hopkins
If you’re planning on driving while abroad, you’ll most likely need an International Driving Permit. But how do you get one? It’s easier than you might think.
Sustainable Travel Tips for the Eco-Conscious Traveler
January 21, 2020. AAA Staff
Your efforts to help the planet shouldn’t take a vacation when you do. Learn what you can do to be a more sustainable traveler.
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.
Where Did the First Road Signs Come From?
December 18, 2019. Jerry Ascierto
Starting in 1906, regional AAA clubs across the nation began paying for and installing wooden signs to help motorists find their way.