Unexpected abundance of regional fuel and crude oil driving Gem State prices down BOISE – (July 1, 2019) – As a record 263,000 Idahoans prepare to hit the road in search of hot dogs, fireworks, and fun this Independence Day, gas prices are making life less painful at the pump. “Idaho gas prices dropped for…
Low unemployment and high consumer confidence drive latest travel boom BOISE – (June 25, 2019) – Independence Day will kick off the summer travel season with a bang. According to AAA’s latest projections, a record 49 million Americans are expected to travel for a 4th of July celebration this year, with 263,000 Idahoans among them. …
Falling crude oil prices and active regional refineries help offset high fuel demand BOISE – (June 6, 2019) – Idaho drivers have something to smile about as they fuel up today – gas prices have started to drop heading into the busy summer travel season. Lower crude oil prices and above-average regional refinery activity have…
During the ‘100 Deadliest Days’, unsafe driving behavior causes a seasonal spike BOISE – (May 30, 2019) – As the school year draws to a close, the chance to trade homework for summer jobs and socializing is an exciting prospect for many American teens. But novice drivers are especially vulnerable during the “100 Deadliest Days,”…
Idaho gas prices just three cents higher than this time last year BOISE – (May 23, 2019) – In typical fashion, high seasonal demand and the switch to summer-blend fuel have pushed Idaho gas prices 90 cents higher since March. But for Memorial Day travelers, there’s some good news – fuel prices appear to be…
AAA warns vehicle owners about the dangers of hot cars BOISE – (May 21, 2019) – As temperatures start to climb in many parts of the country, AAA reminds drivers to do their part to prevent child heatstroke. On average, 38 children have died from heatstroke each year since 1998. But the number of deaths…
230,000 Idahoans will take a vacation to kick off the summer travel season BOISE – (May 15, 2019) – The summer travel season is off to a busy start, with AAA projecting that nearly 43 million Americans will take a Memorial Day vacation this year – the second-most on record. Nearly 230,000 Idahoans will be…
Concerns about vehicle range, number of charging stations are starting to subside BOISE – (May 9, 2019) – Although most Americans are still hesitant to purchase an electric vehicle, softening attitudes could lead to greater adoption of the technology in the future, says AAA. For the past few years, AAA has studied consumer attitudes toward…
Inexpensive winter prices give way to strong seasonal demand, refinery maintenance BOISE – (April 29, 2019) – To begin the year, Idaho drivers had plenty to celebrate – gas prices, which started to drop after Labor Day last year, continued to plummet for most of the winter. At one point, Idaho’s average price was $2.29,…
Seniors and their families should try to safely extend driving years, quality of life BOISE – (April 25, 2019) – A recent phase of AAA’s senior driving study found a significant link between reduced driving and diminished physical functioning and fatigue. The AAA LongROAD study (Longitudinal Research on Aging Drivers) is a comprehensive, multi-year project…
