BOISE – Idaho drivers have started another countdown, but it’s not for Christmas or New Year’s. Gas prices currently sit at $3.02 for a gallon of regular, both here in the Gem State and for the national average. “Drivers are getting pretty excited about the prospect of filling up for a price that starts with…
BOISE – Last year, nearly 41,000 lives were lost on U.S. roadways, and according to new research by AAA, risky driving continues to be a major cause for concern. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety’s annual Traffic Safety Culture Index compares driver attitudes with their self-reported actions behind the wheel. Shockingly, just 35% of respondents…
BOISE – It’s the happiest season of all, and this week, many Idaho families will head out in search of the perfect Christmas tree. To keep the season merry and bright, AAA is offering some tips to safely get your tree home. “In previous AAA research, 60% of respondents had a tree fall off or…
BOISE – Idaho gas prices have finally caught up to the national average. According to AAA, both the state and U.S. averages are currently at $3.05 for a gallon of regular. Idaho’s price is five cents cheaper than a week ago, 26 cents less than a month ago, and 51 cents less than a year…
BOISE – With a record number of travelers preparing for a turkey day getaway, AAA says that gas prices will leave travelers feeling a bit more thankful this year. Today’s average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.11, which is four cents less than a week ago, 26 cents less…
BOISE – This year, a record number of travelers will leave town for turkey and all the trimmings. According to AAA, nearly 80 million Americans, including 464,000 Idahoans, will celebrate the holiday 50 miles or more from home. “Plan on an additional 1.7 million people in planes, trains, and automobiles this year. Flexible work schedules…
BOISE – As millions of Americans brace for stormy winter weather, AAA is sharing tips to help you prepare for a power outage. “The old saying rings true – when the crisis happens, the time to prepare has passed,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “Fortunately, there are many simple steps that we…
BOISE – As Idaho drivers start gearing up for Black Friday sales, they may find themselves with a bit more spending money. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.20, which is eight cents less than a week ago, 25 cents less than a month ago,…
BOISE – With Thanksgiving still weeks away, Idaho drivers are already feeling a bit more gratitude when they stop to fill up. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.28, which is nine cents less than a week ago, 19 cents less than a month ago,…
BOISE – With the end of Daylight Savings Time on November 3, AAA is sharing new research and safety tips to help drivers navigate the dark days ahead. According to AAA’s new survey, more than 6 in 10 U.S. drivers rely on prescription eyewear behind the wheel. Of that group, 80% wear their corrective lenses…
