PORTLAND, Ore., – Demand for gasoline in the U.S. is soaring toward new heights and inventories are tightening, putting upward pressure on gas prices, especially on the East Coast. The national and Oregon averages are holding fairly steady for the week. The national average remains at $2.86 while Oregon’s average ticks down half a cent…
Tires with good tread depth are critical to driver safety. When in good condition, properly maintained, and the correct type and size, tires enable a vehicle to accelerate, steer, and brake safely under a variety of road and weather conditions. While worn tires are reasonably effective in dry conditions, new research from AAA shows the…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Retail gas prices are trending higher in most states this week due to stronger demand and declining supplies. However on the West Coast, prices are ticking down in every state as supplies in this region grew. For the week, the national average adds two cents to $2.86 a gallon. The Oregon average…
Nearly 4 in 10 Americans are likely to purchase insurance for future international trips BOISE – (July 31, 2018) – Growing consumer confidence means more Americans are crossing international travel destinations off of their bucket lists. But with many once-in-a-lifetime trips costing several thousands of dollars, nearly 4 in 10 Americans now say they are…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Pump prices are fairly steady this week with slight increases or decreases in most states. For the week, the national average for regular adds a penny to $2.87 a gallon. The Oregon average slips a penny to $3.31. “During July, pump prices usually move a bit lower. This year, however, crude oil…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Pump prices are ticking up in about half of the states this week due to strong demand and higher crude oil prices. For the week, the national average for regular holds steady at $2.85 a gallon. The Oregon average gains half a cent to $3.32. “Demand for gasoline this summer remains very…
Drivers are warned to protect people and pets from dangerous hot vehicles BOISE – (July 10, 2018) – As the thermometer climbs during the summer heat, AAA warns drivers about the dangers of hot cars. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a child dies of heatstroke every ten days from being left in…
AAA offers tips to make the most of the holiday BOISE – (June 29, 2018) – According to AAA’s latest projections, a record 47 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more for Independence Day, and more than 247,000 Idahoans will take part. With any holiday travel plans, AAA encourages a balance between fun and…
46.9 Million Americans including 555,000 Oregonians to travel to enjoy fireworks and fun on Independence Day PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA projects a record-breaking 46.9 million Americans (14.3 percent of the population) will travel 50 or more miles away from home this Independence Day holiday, the highest travel volume for the holiday since AAA started tracking…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are ticking down ahead of the Independence Day holiday with 48 states showing decreases this week. The national average for regular loses four cents to $2.85 a gallon. The Oregon average slips a penny to $3.30. Despite the decreases, pump prices are around 60 cents a gallon more than a…