BOISE – A new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety spotlights the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the nation’s roadways. Researchers found that from May 2020 through December 2022, nearly 115,000 people were killed in traffic crashes nationwide, about 17% more than would have been expected if the pandemic had not…
BOISE – As we approach the 2/3 mark of the 100 Deadliest Days – the time period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when traffic deaths soar – AAA is urging the public to double down on seat belt use. “More than 40,000 people die each year in vehicle crashes nationwide, and seat belts are…
BOISE – Devastating wildfires and plummeting crude oil prices are creating savings at the pump, even as fuel demand is rising. According to AAA, Idaho’s average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is $3.57, which is two cents less than a week ago and a month ago, and 34 cents less than a year…
BOISE – If you’re one of the millions of Americans planning to watch the Olympics, you may be daydreaming about seeing them in person one day. But for some, attending a large event with big crowds can be daunting. AAA is sharing tips to take the stress out of the occasion. “Bucket-list vacations are exciting,…
BOISE – As millions of Americans take part in family vacations this time of year, AAA is sharing tips to prevent theft while you’re away. “Take some time to safeguard your home before you go,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “Many crimes are crimes of opportunity. If your home isn’t an attractive…
BOISE – Idaho drivers have seen little change at the pumps lately, with the average price for regular gasoline dropping two cents this week after rising two cents last week. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.59, which is two cents less than a week…
BOISE – Whether you’re traveling on vacation, returning from a day of outdoor adventures, or simply trying to enjoy cooler temperatures, many Idahoans are driving at night in remote areas. But AAA warns that as drivers roam into open range, they could be sharing the road with large animals that are doing the same thing.…
BOISE – As temperatures continue to top 100 degrees in parts of Idaho and across the country, many Americans are turning to boating and swimming to beat the heat. But AAA reminds the public to take the necessary precautions to stay safe. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 3,500 people drown each year…
BOISE – It sounds like something out of a disaster movie – millions of crickets and cicadas traveling in huge swarms and gathering on roads across the West, including here in Idaho. But it can be a common occurrence this time of year, and AAA is sharing tips to stay safe and keep your vehicle…
BOISE – It’s Rural Road Safety Awareness Week, and AAA is reminding drivers to exercise caution when traveling in the Idaho backcountry. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that in 2022, 41% of the fatal crashes nationwide occurred in rural areas, despite just 20% of the population living there. That year, Idaho was tied for…
