BOISE – Idaho drivers are seeing a welcome sight at the gas pump – the state average is below the $4 mark for the first time since August. But the recent trend may be disrupted by rising crude oil costs in the wake of ongoing tensions in the Middle East. According to AAA, the average…
BOISE – October 15 marks the beginning of National Teen Driver Safety Week, and AAA is reminding parents to support their teen’s good driving habits. According to the Idaho Transportation Department, teen drivers in Idaho were at least 2.5 times more likely than all other drivers to be involved in a fatal or injury crash…
BOISE – As fall weather returns to the forecast, AAA is reminding drivers to watch out for road debris. According to the Idaho Transportation Department, as many as 270 crashes were caused by falling or shifting cargo last year, with another 350 crashes caused by striking an object in the road, such as debris. Both…
BOISE – Idaho drivers may feel a bit more optimistic the next time they fill up. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in the Gem State is $4.05, which is nine cents less than a week ago and 11 cents less than a month ago. Meanwhile, the national average…
BOISE – Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) use a combination of cameras, LIDAR and RADAR to “see” the road and perform driving tasks such as Lane Keeping Assistance, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Automatic Emergency Braking under certain conditions. As drivers gain familiarity with these systems, they become more comfortable with the technology over time –…
BOISE – It’s officially fall, but so far, Idaho gas prices aren’t living up to the name. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $4.14, the same as a week ago and just two cents less than a month ago. Meanwhile, the national average currently sits…
BOISE – Idaho drivers eagerly anticipate the cheaper gas prices that usually arrive this time of year, but so far, we’re still playing the waiting game. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $4.14, a penny less than a week ago and a penny more than…
BOISE – With the return of fall weather and school back in session, many Idaho families start thinking about holiday travel, and AAA is sharing tips on how to keep your next vacation fun for everyone. “This is the perfect time to firm up your holiday plans – booking now gives you the best options…
BOISE – As temperatures drop and with the arrival of rutting season, AAA reminds drivers to watch for wildlife on or near the roads. According to the Idaho Transportation Department, “Animal in the Roadway” was the second highest contributing factor for single-vehicle crashes last year at 18%, just behind speeding at 22%. Further, while 64%…
BOISE – This week is Child Passenger Safety Week, and AAA is reminding grown-ups to help keep kids safe in cars. “As responsible adults, it’s our job to watch out for the children in our lives. That includes helping them stay protected in the event of a crash,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew…