BOISE – Today marks the launch of the “12 Days of Winter Driving,” a safety campaign from AAA and the Idaho Transportation Department reminding drivers to be careful on the roads during the snowy and icy days ahead. According to ITD’s Idaho Traffic Crashes report, there were nearly 7,400 crashes in December, January and February…
BOISE – When families are decking the halls this holiday season, they may need to set an extra plate or two on the table. According to AAA, nearly 113 million Americans, including 646,000 Idahoans, will take a holiday vacation this year – an increase of 3% from a year ago and a near return to…
BOISE – Fatal crashes have dramatically increased since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and according to new research by AAA, riskier driving may be to blame. In the latest version of AAA’s Traffic Safety Culture Index, drivers reported a greater willingness to engage in unsafe behavior like speeding, running red lights, and driving drowsy…
BOISE – It’s the holiday season, and while it’s a time of joyful celebration, a single mishap can result in a dangerous driving situation or a costly insurance claim. To keep the season merry and bright, AAA is offering tips to safely transport a Christmas tree and protect your home from a humbug moment. “An…
BOISE – As electric vehicles increase in popularity, AAA continues to expand its product offerings to help EV owners stay on the go. As part of a 14-city pilot program, AAA members can now request roadside electric vehicle charging services in Bend, OR and the Portland, OR metro area. Other regional cities in the pilot…
BOISE – Thanksgiving travel will continue to rebound in a big way this year. According to AAA, 54.6 million Americans, including nearly 312,000 Idahoans, will hit the road or head to the airport for a Turkey Day trip this year, an increase of 1.5% from a year ago. “This year’s travel volume is back to…
BOISE – With the end of Daylight Savings Time, AAA is reminding drivers to get plenty of rest before they get behind the wheel. According to the Idaho Transportation Department, driver fatigue was a factor in more than 400 single-car crashes last year, or about 5% of the total. But AAA says that could be…
BOISE – Fall splendor brings beautiful colors and a reminder from AAA to watch for wildlife and debris on the roads. According to the Idaho Transportation Department, about 275 single-car crashes last year were the result of striking a wild animal, and another 275 involved a collision with a non-fixed object like road debris. About…
BOISE – As millions of Americans get ready for Halloween parties and trick-or-treating in just a few days, AAA asks the public to keep safety top of mind. Halloween is one of the deadliest days of the year, with children twice as likely to be killed by a car on Halloween night as on any…
BOISE – Emergency responders, tow truck operators and transportation workers provide essential services at the roadside, but they often work within close proximity of passing vehicles that put their safety and even their lives at risk. AAA is teaming up with its traffic safety partners, including the Idaho Transportation Department and the Idaho Towing Association,…
