BOISE – School is starting up across the Gem State over the next few weeks, but with more kids studying online due to COVID-19 restrictions, AAA is asking Idaho drivers to rethink the definition of “school zone” and act accordingly. “Some students will alternate between spending time at the school building and in a remote…
BOISE – In the waning days of summer, many Idaho families will hit the road for a last-minute vacation before schoolwork and cold weather set in. But AAA says it’s important to make sure your home is properly protected from theft and fire before you go. According to the FBI, home burglaries increase during the…
BOISE – Active driving assistance technology combines adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assistance to help drivers maintain their lane position and a safe following distance, but AAA’s new research shows that vehicles with these systems need considerable improvement before they can take the place of an engaged human driver. During 4,000 miles of testing…
AAA Car Guide and vehicle purchasing tips help drivers make informed decisions BOISE – (June 18, 2020) – In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rules of personal interaction have changed, including at the local car dealership. More than ever, prospective vehicle owners want to do research to narrow their options before they set…
New research shows that some drivers knowingly engage in dangerous driving activities BOISE – (June 11, 2020) – As a growing number of states emerge from COVID-19 isolation, the AAA Foundation’s Traffic Safety Culture Index serves as an important reminder that when drivers return to the road, they need to leave their bad habits behind.…
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“100 Deadliest Days” is an annual reminder for teens to practice safe driving habits BOISE – (May 27, 2020) – As COVID-19 restrictions are lifted in Idaho and across the country, a growing number of drivers are eager to hit the road and make up for lost time. But risky driving behavior makes the summer…
Varying state-by-state recovery plans could lead to lowest travel volume in 20 years BOISE – (May 14, 2020) – For the first time in 20 years, AAA will not issue a Memorial Day travel projection, as the accuracy of the data used to create the forecast has been undermined by the COVID-19 pandemic. But in…
Only one in ten motorists trust a vehicle to drive itself, according to AAA’s new survey BOISE – (March 5, 2020) – Once the stuff of science fiction movies, self-driving or autonomous vehicle (AV) technology has advanced by leaps and bounds in recent years. While full vehicle automation remains a distant goal, AAA says that…
Five hotels and one restaurant recognized for upscale style and service BOISE – (February 19, 2020) – AAA Idaho proudly announces that this year, five Gem State hotels and one restaurant have earned the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond designation. “Plenty of hotels and restaurants talk about service and upscale experiences, but AAA Four and Five-Diamond recipients…
