Gasoline Demand at Record Highs for April as Pump Prices Continue to Rise PORTLAND, Ore., – Demand for gasoline in the U.S. is surging to record highs, causing retail pump prices to climb. All 50 states are reporting weekly increases, with three states seeing double-digit jumps. For the week, the national average for regular jumps…
It’s impossible to predict exactly when a disaster may strike. Taking time to create a Family Disaster Plan ahead can help your loved ones prepare for the unexpected and ensure their safety at home or in the car. “When disaster strikes, there’s often little time to react or prepare,” said Robby Buen, Senior Insurance Manager…
You don’t want to worry about personal security when you’re traveling, but it’s hard to avoid. Few things ruin a trip quite like having your money and ID lost or stolen. But how do you avoid letting security concerns overwhelm your enjoyment of your trip? The AAA Oregon/Idaho Travel Store has some advice. Coversafe V75 RFID…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are at their highest levels in nearly three years and continue to climb in all 50 states. For the week, the national average for regular jumps six cents to $2.72 a gallon while the Oregon average adds three cents to $3.14. Both averages are at their highest prices since July…
“Bet” on battery, engine cooling and tire damage problems as the primary culprits BOISE – (April 17, 2018) – If your vehicle is ten years old or older, some preventive care could be a wise investment to avoid a major roadside mishap this summer, says AAA. In 2017, AAA received over 32 million requests for…
Oregon Average Remains at Highest Price since August 2015 PORTLAND, Ore., – The national and Oregon averages are fairly steady this week but it’s a bumpy ride in other parts of the country as some states are seeing gas prices climb by double digits while others are enjoying declines as much as a dime. For…
Hotels to be rated on availability of up-to-date technology PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA has updated its hotel Approval Requirements & Diamond Rating Guidelines, the criteria inspectors use to evaluate more than 27,000 AAA Inspected & Approved hotels throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. The new guidelines, developed with input from AAA inspectors, members…
New diamond rating guidelines reflect the connectivity preferences of today’s travelers BOISE – (April 9, 2018) – AAA recently updated its hotel Approval Requirements & Diamond Rating Guidelines to reflect the increased importance placed on connective, leading-edge technologies. Based on feedback from AAA inspectors, members and industry professionals, the new guidelines replace the ratings previously…
Oregon Average at Highest Price since August 2015 PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices continue to climb across the country as the market continues to purge winter-blend gasoline to make room for summer storage. For the week, the national average for regular jumps four cents to $2.66 a gallon while the Oregon average adds three cents…
New AAA survey shows “do as I say, not as I do” is a prevailing traffic safety attitude BOISE – (March 29, 2018) – It’s a familiar trend that AAA has observed repeatedly over the last ten years – motorists generally disapprove of unsafe driving habits, yet many engage in risky behavior anyway. AAA’s tenth…