BOISE – September is National Preparedness Month, an important reminder that natural disasters can strike at any time. While many of these catastrophes are completely unexpected, AAA says that advance preparation is key to survival and disaster recovery. “News headlines from around the world make it clear that preparedness is always a wise investment. Not…
BOISE – For Idaho drivers, the frustration at the pump continues. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $4.15, just a penny less than the high for the year. Pump prices have hovered near $4.16 since the beginning of the month. “Unfortunately, it’s hard to view…
BOISE – Governor Brad Little has officially proclaimed the week of September 10-16 to be Idaho School Zone Safety Week, and AAA is sharing reminders to help protect children traveling to and from school. “Every year, a new batch of kids is heading to school for the first time, but the primary responsibility falls on…
BOISE – It’s harvest season, and AAA is reminding drivers to watch for an increase of slow moving vehicles on the roads. According to data from the Idaho Transportation Department, since 2009, there have been an average of nearly 50 crashes involving farm equipment on Idaho roads each year, which includes tractors, combines, farm trucks,…
BOISE – For Idaho drivers, “Fall” can’t arrive fast enough – as in falling gas prices. But unfortunately, Gem State pump prices are still climbing amid a sharp uptick in the cost of crude oil and continued high fuel demand over the Labor Day weekend. According to AAA, Idaho’s average price for a gallon of…
BOISE – Buying a new car is an expensive proposition, but according to new research by AAA, Idaho drivers are paying less, on average, than in other parts of the country. According to AAA’s Your Driving Costs study, drivers in the Gem State will pay, on average, $11,475 per year to own and operate a…
BOISE – Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer travel, and as many Idaho families head out on one last road trip, they’ll need to plan on paying more at the pump. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in the Gem State is $4.15 per gallon, which is…
BOISE – If you’re planning one last summer getaway for Labor Day weekend, you’re not alone. According to new data by AAA, domestic bookings (flights, hotels, rental cars, and cruises) are up 4% from a year ago, and international bookings are up 44%. “Inflation, school obligations, and even higher gas prices aren’t preventing most travelers…
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…