Wayne, N.J., October 8, 2020 — New Jersey drivers need to buck up this fall and watch for deer. According to a AAA Northeast analysis of New Jersey crash data, October, November, and December are by far the peak months for deer crashes in the Garden State. From October through December 2018 (the latest year…
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AAA Finds Active Driving Assistance Systems Assist Less & Interfere More
WAYNE, N.J., August 13, 2020 — AAA automotive researchers have found that over the course of 4,000 miles of real-world driving, vehicles equipped with active driving assistance systems experienced some type of issue every 8 miles, on average. As a result, AAA recommends manufacturers increase the scope of testing for active driving assistance systems and…
DRIVERS SHOULD PREPARE FOR APPROACHING STORM
Boston, MA (August 3, 2020) – Drivers should start to prepare now for the effects of tropical storm Isaias. Gale force winds can topple objects and power lines, and heavy rain can lead to power outages and flooding that poses danger on the roadways and could lead to expensive repairs or loss of a vehicle….
Drivers Must Prepare for Approaching Storm
GARDEN CITY, NY (August 3, 2020) – Drivers should start to prepare now for the effects of tropical storm Iasias. Gale force winds can topple objects and power lines. Torrential rain leads to flooding and loss of electrical power, creating dangers to life and limb and situations that could lead to expensive repairs or complete…
WITH RECREATIONAL VEHICLES ENJOYING SOARING POPULARITY, AAA URGES CAUTION
It’s the summer of the great American road trip, and more and more people are taking to the highways in camper vans, motor homes, and all types of recreational vehicles. The recreational vehicle market is hot as vacationers seek to control their environment, maintain social distancing and avoid contact with others on long road trips….
AAA Northeast AGAIN Urges Motorists To ‘Slow Down, Move Over!’ It’s the Law!
So, it has happened again: an emergency responder – this time a tow truck driver — assisting a disabled motorist, is struck on the parkway. The latest incident occurred Wednesday evening on Route 15 South in Trumbull. A tow truck driver was struck and killed while assisting disabled motorists on the roadway shoulder when another…
SWITCH TO DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME CAN AFFECT DRIVERS, CAUTIONS AAA
Daylight Savings Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday, and AAA is reminding drivers that the change in daylight hours may create additional distractions on the roadways, and challenges for drivers who are losing an hour of sleep. “As we spring forward, drivers should be aware that the time change will also mean changes to driving…
SWITCH TO DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME CAN AFFECT DRIVERS, CAUTIONS AAA
Daylight Savings Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday, and AAA is reminding drivers that the change in daylight hours may create additional distractions on the roadways, and challenges for drivers who are losing an hour of sleep. “As we spring forward, drivers should be aware that the time change will also mean changes to driving…
AAA, STATE OFFICIALS PREP DRIVERS ON HANDS-FREE VEHICLE OPTIONS, URGE MOTORISTS TO PREPARE
With the new Massachusetts distracted driving law taking effect February 23, AAA Northeast is working to help drivers prepare to make the transition to hands-free cell phone use—joining state officials and advocates today to host an informational event publicizing the law, and demonstrating hands-free vehicle technology options. The theme of the event: “Love Your Fellow…
Fatal Crashes Involving Drivers Testing Positive for Marijuana Increase After WA State Legalizes Drug
New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reports that of Washington State drivers involved in fatal crashes, the percentage who tested positive for active THC doubled since that state legalized pot in 2012. The latest Foundation research reports nearly 9% of drivers involved in fatal crashes were positive for THC between 2008 and…