BOISE – Many drivers have experienced the frightening feeling of becoming drowsy behind the wheel. But according to new research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, most drivers tend to underestimate how tired they really are, which could lead to risky driving that puts everyone in harm’s way. In a recent AAA study, researchers…
BOISE – For many Americans, Spring Break marks the unofficial start of the travel season, and according to new research by AAA, it’s going to be a busy one. AAA booking data shows a 30% increase in international travel from a year ago, and a new AAA survey finds that more than 40% of adults…
BOISE – It’s pothole season, and AAA is reminding drivers to be aware of changing road conditions in order to prevent an expensive repair bill. According to new AAA research, 44 million U.S. drivers paid for pothole-related repairs in 2022, a 57% increase from the previous year. The average repair cost $400. “Moisture collects in…
BOISE – Idaho drivers enjoyed another week of savings at the pump, but AAA warns that the current trend is likely the calm before the storm. Today’s average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.65, which is two cents less than a week ago, but a nickel more than a…
68% of drivers are afraid to ride in a car that drives itself – a 13% jump from last year BOISE – When faced with the prospect of riding in an autonomous vehicle that operates without human help, a growing number of Americans are saying, “Thanks, but no thanks.” According to a new survey by…
BOISE – This week, Idaho drivers got a chance to catch their breath at the pumps. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in the Gem State is $3.67, which is two cents less than a week ago but 21 cents more than a month ago. The national average currently…
BOISE – With frigid temperatures making your car battery work extra hard this winter, AAA offers these tips to show it some love. Test your battery if it’s three years old or older Inspect your car battery at every oil change for signs of damage or corrosion on the terminals Make sure cable connections are…
BOISE – This Valentine’s Day, Idaho pump prices will have drivers feeling more heartburn than love. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.67 per gallon, which is seven cents more than a week ago, 29 cents more than a month ago, and 14 cents more…
BOISE – On average, two emergency workers are killed each month by passing vehicles while working at the roadside, but new AAA research could help to reduce that number. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety recently studied the effectiveness of cones and flares that were used in combination with two emergency vehicle lighting patterns, as…
BOISE – AAA congratulates the five hotels and two restaurants in Idaho that have been awarded a AAA Four Diamond Designation this year. AAA’s full-time inspectors arrive unannounced at more than 59,000 hotels and restaurants in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean each year. After checking that a location meets industry-leading standards for…