Updated 10/3/22 Idaho, U.S. Gas Prices Back on the Rise BOISE – Well, that didn’t last long. According to AAA, the average price of gasoline both here in the Gem State and across the country is climbing. Tight supplies and growing fuel demand are the main reasons for the recent uptick. Today, Idaho’s average price …
New Vehicle Tech Doesn’t Always Give Drivers a Brake
BOISE – Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), which uses forward-facing cameras and other sensors to automatically apply the brakes when a collision is imminent, is now offered as standard equipment in most new vehicles sold in the United States. But AAA warns that drivers shouldn’t rely too heavily on the technology to prevent a crash. New …
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AAA Urges Caution in School Zones
BOISE – It’s the start of another busy school year, and AAA is reminding drivers to slow down and watch for kids in school zones, at bus stops, and in residential neighborhoods. Governor Brad Little recently proclaimed the week as Idaho School Zone Safety Week in support of the traffic safety community’s effort to further …
Falling Gas Prices to Fuel Labor Day Travel
BOISE – Travelers can expect busy roads and crowded airports for Labor Day weekend. According to AAA, overall bookings for airfare, hotels, rental cars, cruises, and tours for the holiday are up 22% from a year ago. Drivers will face the heaviest traffic on Thursday afternoon and Monday afternoon. Based on AAA bookings, this year’s …
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Average Cost to Own a New Vehicle Tops $10K Per Year
BOISE – If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, you’ll need to set aside some extra money this year. According to AAA’s annual report, Your Driving Costs, the average cost to own and operate a new car in 2022 is $10,728, a more than $1,000 increase from a year ago. AAA used five …
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Potentially Impairing Medications Can Lead to Dangerous Driving
BOISE – Most drivers would never get behind the wheel while impaired by alcohol and other drugs, but they may not realize that using prescription and over-the-counter medications can be just as dangerous. According to new research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, nearly half of all licensed drivers used one or more potentially …
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High Gas Prices Motivating Some Drivers to Consider Buying Electric Cars
BOISE – According to a new AAA survey, 25% of Americans say that they’re likely to buy an electric vehicle (EV) for their next auto purchase, with 77% of that group saying that the high cost of fuel would be a major motivator for doing so. While some Americans are very receptive to the idea …
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Protect Your Ride from Vehicle Theft
BOISE – July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, and AAA is reminding drivers to take the necessary steps to protect their cars. A vehicle is stolen every 39 seconds, with passenger vehicles making up 74% of all stolen cars. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 804,000 vehicles were stolen in 2020, …
Keep Your Cool if Your Car Overheats
BOISE – As temperatures rise across the Gem State, AAA reminds drivers to keep their vehicle cooling systems in tip-top shape to beat the heat. “An overheated engine can damage pistons and cylinders and warp the engine block, causing cracks that may produce large oil leaks,” says AAA Idaho spokesman Matthew Conde. “It’s a good …
This Summer, Teach Your Kids the Heat Safety Basics
BOISE – On average, a child dies every seven days somewhere in the U.S. from being left in a hot car. While parents should always bring children with them into the store, even during a quick errand, to prevent the risk of serious injury or death, AAA encourages parents to teach their kids how to …
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