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Fatal Hit and Run Crashes More Common Than Ever, Study Says
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2,049 people were killed by hit-and-run crashes in 2016.
AAA Warns that Not All Automatic Braking Systems Will Avoid Crashes
A lot of customers seem to be misinformed about automatic braking.
Cars Might Actually be Getting Less Reliable
New data from AAA suggests that cars today are experiencing more breakdowns than in the past.
Most Roadside Breakdowns can be Prevented with Proper Maintenance: AAA
AAA has released a study showing that most roadside breakdowns can be prevented with proper maintenance.
Most Drivers Get Better MPG than EPA Estimates: Study
That MPG figure on your vehicle sticker might not be as accurate as you think.
Fewer Teens Dying Behind the Wheel: Report
According the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, teen driving deaths have decreased 56 percent over the last two decades.
Cost of Owning a Car Drops: Study
The cost of owning a car will be lower in 2015 than it was a year ago.
Seniors Support Tougher License Renewal
Seven out of 10 people 65 and older agree that the rules need to be stricter for older drivers renewing their licenses.
What to do After a Crash
Like an addendum to Murphy’s Law, the unforeseen tends to happen when you least expect it; misfortune is like a lot like a combination ninja/cat burglar/stealth bomber. Glance away for a split second and BAM, something bad happens.
Cost of Car Ownership Dipped in 2013: Study
Cars are expensive any way you take them: Broken ones need to be fixed and fixed ones don’t come cheap. But the costs to own a car actually dropped in 2013 according to the results of a new study.
How Much You Really Spend to Drive Each Year
You might be surprised to learn what it actually costs on average to own a car.
Automakers Agree to ‘Right to Repair’ Pledge That Lets You Fix Your Car Anywhere
After a 13-year legal battle over access to manufacturer repair tools, 23 automakers and thousands of independent repair shops have signed a memorandum agreeing to a “Right to Repair.”
Car Safety Tips for Kids: The 12 Most Common Mistakes Parents Make
Are you strapping the kids in properly? Is their car seat correctly secured?
How to Safely Prepare for a Summer Roadtrip
With summer now on the way, there’s a good chance you and your family are planning a road trip. This year, AAA estimates it’ll aid over eight-million motorists between Memorial Day and Labor Day; so avoid being a statistic by planning ahead.
70 MPH Speed Limit in Illinois Opposed by AAA
AAA is urging Illinois legislators not to raise the speed limit from 65 to 70 mph on state roadways.
Two Thirds of Drivers Would Boost Federal Infrastructure Spending
Roughly two thirds of motorists polled in a newly-released survey by AAA support increased federal spending on infrastructure.
Possible Gas Price Breaking Point Identified by AAA
How much is “too much” to pay for a gallon of gas? A new survey by AAA hopes to give an updated answer.
Vehicle Cost of Ownership Up Two Percent in 2013: Study
Driving is expensive, and it’s getting worse according to a new study released today by AAA suggesting annual cost of ownership increased two percent this year.
2013 Audi A4 Named Top Vehicle for Commuters by AAA
AAA has named the 2013 Audi A4 as the Top Vehicle for Commuters in the sedan category.
Do You Need an International Driver’s Permit?
The need for an international driver’s permit made headlines recently when 18 automotive journalists and six $100,000 Mercedes E63 AMGs were detained by Spanish officials for failing to have the required documents.
Selling E15 ‘Irresponsible:’ AAA President Says
It isn’t clear what effect E15 will have on cars and in AAA president Robert Darbelnet’s mind, that’s enough to justify halting sales.
New Year’s Day is Deadliest on US Roads: AAA
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), New Year’s Day is the year’s deadliest day for alcohol-related fatalities.
AAA Releases Check List for Safe Holiday Travels
With the holiday season kicking off, hitting the road and taking long trips could leave you stranded. AAA estimates that 1.2 million motorists will get stranded between December 19 through January 2, so it’s released a check list to help make sure you’re not one of those 1.2 million.
Gas Prices Lower on Average than this Time Last Year
Gas prices are always a hot issue in the summer but with more fuel efficient cars available than ever before consumers are turning keen attention to what they pay at the pump — even though gas is cheaper than it was a year ago.
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