BOISE – Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) offer the latest in vehicle technology, and according to new research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, they may also play a critical role in improving safety on the roads. AAA estimates that the current level of ADAS technology may prevent 37 million crashes, 14 million injuries,…
BOISE – With scorching temperatures across the Gem State expected to top 100⁰F over the next few days, AAA is reminding drivers of the dangers of leaving children and pets in hot cars. “People are bracing for another busy school year, and routines are being disrupted as new ones are formed. In the rush to…
BOISE – For Idaho drivers, it’s been another week of rising gas prices, with no end in sight. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $4.06, which is a nickel more than a week ago and 15 cents more than a month ago. Meanwhile, the national…
BOISE – As more people consider the purchase of an electric vehicle (EV), whether to save money on gas or to adopt a new technology, AAA offers tips to help adapt to a new driving experience. “Electric vehicles have been around for years, but most folks still haven’t experienced one first-hand. Some aspects of an…
BOISE – As Idaho families wind down their summer vacation plans, higher gas prices are putting additional strain on their budget. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $4.01, which is ten cents more than a week ago and seven cents more than a month ago. …
BOISE – In just a few months, Idahoans will trade sunburns for snowflakes, and with holiday travel on the horizon, AAA says that now is the best time to firm up your plans. “It’s strange to think about the holidays while the summer is still going strong, which is why most people book their vacations…
BOISE – After weeks of slow and steady price drops, Idaho pump prices are rising again. The main culprits are rising crude oil costs and a slight increase in fuel demand. Today’s price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.91, which is three cents more than a week ago but six…
BOISE – Next week is Rural Road Safety Awareness Week, a reminder from AAA and its traffic safety partners to drive carefully, even in wide-open spaces away from heavy traffic. “According to the Federal Highway Administration, about a third of all vehicle miles are traveled on rural roads, yet they represent nearly half of all…
BOISE – For drivers in search of shorter commutes, higher speed limits and speeding in general may seem like a solution. But according to new research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the risk of traveling at faster speeds likely outweighs the rewards. AAA examined 12 roadway sites across America with recent changes to…
BOISE – After weeks of hovering near the $4 mark, Idaho gas prices are slowly falling. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular is $3.93, which is three cents less than a week ago and four cents less than a month ago. Meanwhile, the national average currently sits at $3.54 per…