BOISE – With the arrival of Halloween, AAA is sharing tips to make the evening a thriller for all the right reasons. Halloween is one of the deadliest days of the year, with children twice as likely to be killed by a car than on any other night. “Parties, trick or treating, and community events are…
BOISE – At one time, it seemed like something out of a science fiction movie – a vehicle that uses automatic emergency braking (AEB) to prevent or minimize a crash. But today’s AEB technology is much more effective than just a few years ago. In new research by AAA, three new (2024) vehicles were compared…
BOISE – Like the season, Idaho gas prices are falling. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.37, which is four cents less than a week ago, 14 cents less than a month ago, and 53 cents less than a year ago. Meanwhile, the national average…
BOISE – Idaho gas prices continued their seasonal slide this week. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.41, which is three cents less than a week ago, 14 cents less than a month ago, and 54 cents less than a year ago. Meanwhile, the national…
BOISE – It’s National Teen Driver Safety Week, and AAA is sharing tips to help young drivers stay safe behind the wheel. The Idaho Transportation Department reported that last year, teens were more than twice as likely to be involved in a fatal or serious injury crash than any other age group, given their population…
BOISE – This time of year brings fall colors and brisk hikes, but if you’re heading into the backcountry, AAA reminds you to watch for wildlife. “Many large animals are very active during rutting season, and a collision with one can be just as dangerous as with another vehicle,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director…
BOISE – As Idahoans gear up to fight the freeze, AAA is sharing tips to winterize your home. “A clogged gutter, wayward tree limb, frozen pipe, or leaky roof can be a very expensive proposition,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “Avoiding an insurance claim or a pricey repair will make life a…
BOISE – Governor Brad Little has proclaimed October 19 to be Move Over Law Day in the state of Idaho, and AAA and other traffic safety partners are using the occasion to raise awareness and improve safety on the roads. Sadly, a tow operator is struck and killed every other week by a passing car. …
BOISE – With rain in the forecast for much of the Gem State, AAA is helping drivers prepare for wet roads. “Now is a good time to test your windshield wipers – replace them if they’re skipping or streaking,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “Also, keep in mind that for the first…
BOISE – Idaho drivers continue to see savings at the pump this week, despite hurricane activity raising the national average. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.44, which is two cents less than a week ago, 14 cents less than a month ago and 56…
