Utica, N.Y.- Motorists should use extra caution with the start of daylight-saving time this weekend, says AAA Northeast. Drowsy driving can increase a driver’s crash risk as significantly as drunk driving. “Drowsy driving is a serious traffic safety issue,” said Patti Artessa, Regional Director of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Northeast. “As Americans…
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AAA: Spring Forward, But Not Drowsily
WESTWOOD, MA—With clocks jumping ahead one hour on Sunday, motorists should use extra caution with the start of daylight-saving time this weekend, says AAA Northeast. Drowsy driving can increase a driver’s crash risk comparable to driving drunk. “Drowsy driving is a significant traffic safety issue,” said Mary Maguire, Vice President of Public and Government…
Spring Forward with Safety in Mind
Providence, RI- Motorists should use extra caution with the start of daylight-saving time this weekend, says AAA Northeast. Drowsy driving can increase a driver’s crash risk as significantly as drunk driving. “Drowsy driving is a serious traffic safety issue,” said Diana Gugliotta, Director of Public Affairs for AAA Northeast. “As Americans move their clocks…
If You Have Your Ticket to Paradise, Make Sure You Have Your Passport!
WESTWOOD, MA— Travelers setting sights on international destinations this year should plan in advance due to unprecedented demand for U.S. passports, AAA warns. A major uptick in U.S. passport applications is resulting in longer wait times for processing. New passport applications may take up to 16 weeks, while routine processing falls between 8 and 11…
If You Have Your Ticket to Paradise, Make Sure You Have Your Passport!
Providence, RI- An uptick in U.S. passport applications is resulting in longer wait times for processing. New passport applications may take up to 16 weeks, while routine processing falls between 8 and 11 weeks. AAA urges American travelers to submit applications as soon as possible if they plan to travel this summer and to expedite…
If You Have Your Ticket to Paradise, Make Sure You Have Your Passport!
Utica, N.Y.- An uptick in U.S. passport applications is resulting in longer wait times for processing. New passport applications may take up to 16 weeks, while routine processing falls between 8 and 11 weeks. AAA urges American travelers to submit applications as soon as possible if they plan to travel this summer and to expedite…
Recalls Are On The Rise, Says AAA Is Your Car One of Them?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued 932 safety recalls affecting more than 30 million vehicles last year, the second highest number of recalls, since the federal agency began issuing warnings more than 50 years ago, a AAA Northeast analysis has found. The year 2021 had the highest number in NHTSA history. AAA…
AAA Urges All Drivers to Check for Open Vehicle Recalls
With the recent “Do Not Drive” warning issued by Honda for thousands of vehicles equipped with extremely dangerous and unrepaired Takata Alpha air bag inflators, AAA is urging all drivers to immediately check the recall status of every vehicle they drive. In February, Honda issued a warning for more than 8,200 Honda and Acura vehicles…
AAA: New Jersey Average Gas Price Up Four Cents
Wayne, N.J., March 6, 2023 — The average price for a gallon of gas in New Jersey increased four cents from last week to $3.24 ($3.20). Today’s average price is 15 cents cheaper than a month ago ($3.39), and 85 cents cheaper than March 6, 2022 ($4.09). AAA Northeast’s March 6th survey of fuel…
AAA Urges All Drivers to Check for Open Vehicle Recalls
With the recent “Do Not Drive” warning issued by Honda for thousands of vehicles equipped with extremely dangerous and unrepaired Takata Alpha air bag inflators, AAA is urging all drivers to immediately check the recall status of every vehicle they drive. In February, Honda issued a warning for more than 8,200 Honda and Acura vehicles…