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Teen Girls Twice as Likely to be Distracted by Cell Phones Behind the Wheel
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A comprehensive new study by AAA has revealed insight into exactly what teenagers are being distracted by behind the wheel, with teenage girls 50 percent more likely than their male counterparts to be on the phone, texting or using another electronic device. The new study, Distracted Driving Among Newly Licensed Teen Drivers, is the first…
What To Do When Your Car Breaks Down; Advice From AAA
It’s easy to panic when you’re stranded by the side of the road after your car breaks down or you’re late for an early morning meeting and it just won’t start. Helping you keep your cool and stay safe, AAA has some advice for stranded motorists. In a case where your car just won’t start,…
One Quarter of Americans Can’t Cover a $2,000 Auto Repair Bill
A full 25% of Americans couldn’t pay for a $2,000 repair bill should their vehicle break down, a new report by AAA confirms, hinting at the continued struggle most citizens are facing in the wake of the great recession. When polled, a total of 38% of drivers said they could cover the cost of a…
AAA Trucks Now Equipped To Charge Electric Vehicles
The AAA is taking the first steps to diversify its offerings by providing a “range anxiety solution” for electric vehicles. The new trucks will roll out in a limited pilot program over the next year to offer a standard service for EV recharging. The trucks have a 4.5 kWh lithium-ion battery on board that can give a…
AAA To Offer Mobile Charging Units To Electric Cars In U.S.
How many times has the AAA saved your butt when your car needed a boost? Owners of electric vehicles will be happy to hear that someone’s got their back as well, as the AAA is set to launch mobile charging units in select locations throughout the U.S. Following in the footsteps of the Japan Automobile…
Cost Of Driving Is Increasing, According To AAA Study
The American Automobile Association has compiled annual statistics for its “Your Driving Costs” study, and the numbers show that operating a car will hit your pocketbook harder than previous years. The study focused on the cost of operating a sedan, and AAA estimated a total cost of $8588 per year, while an SUV would see…
Avoid Potholes With Tips From AAA
As if driving through the snow and slush weren’t enough, the tail end of winter has to throw potholes into the mix as we start to transition to spring driving conditions. As the snow begins to melt, potholes start springing up (just like flowers) and causing drivers a whole new set of concerns on the…
AAA Proves Texting and Driving Don’t Mix on Closed Course [video]
We all know that distracted driving causes nothing but trouble on the roads but we still multi-task while behind the wheel. As part of a bid to cut down on this behavior,specifically texting and driving the AAA is taking drivers to school. AAA has made a video and posted it on YouTube to help spread…
Free AAA TripTik App Offers Directions and Much More
Do you have room on your iPhone for more app? You’ll want to make room for the AAA TripTik Mobile, a free app that offers small-screen navigation. You don’t have to be an AAA member to get it (but being a member gets you access to some extra features of the app), the AAA TripTik…
Poll: Pets Are Another Distraction While Driving
It seems as though drivers can be distracted by just about anything. First, there was a lot of concern about cell phones, and then it was all about kids in the car. And don’t forget the dangers of eating and driving. Now we’ve got another distraction to add to the list: your pets. A new…
AAA Picks Top Vehicles For Dogs (and Their Owners)
Some rides are better suited for your dogs than others. From your dog’s point of view, all they need is an open window to stick their head out of, but the American Automobile Association (AAA) has put a bit more thought into compiling their list of the best canine-friendly vehicles. “More than 45 million households…
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Survey Says 86% of Teen Drivers Distracted – But Not By What You Think
You look at the survey headline: “86 Percent Of Teen Drivers Are Distracted.” Of course, you go right to the evils of the cell phone – talking, texting, sending and reading email – or using advanced in-car features. Results from a survey conducted by AAA and Seventeen magazine found that 86 percent of those polled…
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