BOISE – For many Americans, self-driving vehicles aren’t quite ready for prime time. According to AAA’s new survey, nearly nine in ten drivers (86 percent) say that they would be afraid or unsure about riding in a vehicle without the customary steering wheel and pedals. But drivers are slowly warming to the idea of advanced…
BOISE – With freezing temperatures and snow expected in the coming days, AAA says it’s time to get ready for winter driving. According to AAA’s previous research, severe weather conditions are a contributing factor in half a million crashes and over 2,000 deaths nationwide each year. Winter driving in the Gem State often means navigating…
BOISE – Speed-related deaths and crashes have dropped in Idaho and across the country in recent years, but AAA says that drivers still need to remain focused behind the wheel, maintain a safe following distance, and be ready to react at a moment’s notice to reduce the risk of serious injury. In new research conducted…
BOISE – According to AAA, pedestrian fatalities in the United States skyrocketed from 4,100 in 2009 to nearly 6,300 deaths in 2018, a 53% increase in just ten years. The disturbing trend follows 30 years of steady decreases and highlights the importance of continued vigilance by all road users. In Idaho, pedestrian fatalities increased by…
For 2021 Gas Price News, visit: 2021 Idaho Gas Price News Updated 12/28/20 Idaho Gas Prices Now a Nickel Cheaper than the National Average BOISE – It’s a few days after Christmas, but for Idaho drivers, the presents keep coming. AAA says that Idaho’s average price for regular gas is now a nickel cheaper than the…
BOISE – It’s the most wonderful time of the year, a magical season for presents large and small. Automobile commercials frequently promote special offers on beautiful new cars, many with a large bow attached. But how much does a new car really cost? Every year, AAA publishes the Your Driving Costs report to help consumers…
BOISE – With fewer Idahoans taking kids to school and commuting to work, some drivers are dashing all the way to their destinations, tempted by reduced traffic congestion to travel at high speeds that put themselves and other road users at risk. But AAA warns that a few more names could end up on Santa’s…
BOISE – Many Americans are in search of a little holiday cheer, and this weekend, some will purchase a real Christmas tree to help make the season merry and bright. But hauling it home can be risky business. To help avoid a holiday mishap, AAA is sharing tips to safely transport a tree. According to…
BOISE – It’s a sign of the times – AAA projects that the number of Thanksgiving travelers will be reduced by at least ten percent this year due to the effects of the pandemic. That’s the lowest travel volume since the Great Recession, and the end of 11 straight years of travel growth for the…
BOISE – With Halloween and the switch to Daylight Savings Time both taking place this weekend, AAA and the Idaho Transportation Department remind drivers to do their part to prevent a scary situation on the road. Halloween is one of the deadliest days of the year – children are twice as likely to be killed…
