BOISE – July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, and AAA is sharing important information about protecting your car. About every 30 seconds, a vehicle is stolen somewhere in the United States – more than a million cars each year. Shockingly, nearly half of these vehicles are never recovered, with many chopped down for parts. “It…
BOISE – With long, sunny days and plenty of warm weather on the horizon, drivers may be tempted to travel at high speeds that put themselves and others at risk. AAA is asking drivers to ‘slow your roll’ to prevent death and serious injury from speeding. “You may have plenty of traction and visibility on…
BOISE – As scorching temperatures return to the forecast, AAA reminds drivers to never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles. A child’s body temperature rises three to five times faster than an adult’s body temperature, making hot weather even more dangerous. Across the U.S., several children have already died this year from being left in…
BOISE – Idaho drivers were pleasantly surprised when they stopped to fill up over the holiday weekend – gas prices held steady despite a record 72.2 million 4th of July travelers. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.42, the same as a week ago and…
BOISE – As 410,000 Idahoans set out on a 4th of July vacation, AAA warns travelers to expect record crowds both on the roads and at the airport. Overall, 72.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more for the holiday – 1.7 million people more than just a year ago. Today and Sunday are…
BOISE – Whether it’s an extended road trip or a quick getaway, many Americans are looking forward to hitting the road this summer. But if the vehicle “Check Engine” light comes on, your adventure could come to a screeching halt. In some cases, a solid Check Engine light urges the driver to address the issue…
Gem State average price jumps nine cents this week BOISE – (June 23, 2025) – As tensions build across the Middle East, the influence is being felt at your local gas station. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular in Idaho is $3.38, which is nine cents more than a week…
BOISE – (June 20, 2025) – Stop us if you’ve heard this one – we’re about to set another record for holiday travel. According to AAA, 72.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home for food, fireworks, and family vacations this Independence Day, with 410,000 Idahoans among them. “If you’re having company…
BOISE – As city pools, rivers and lakes, and the Great Outdoors beckon, AAA is reminding Idaho families to keep safety top of mind. According to the CDC, about 3,500 people drown each year in the United States. Countless more are injured while backpacking or boating. “When it comes to safety, proactive always beats reactive,”…
BOISE – While initial fears stoked the crude oil market, the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran has not significantly affected U.S. gas prices – at least, for now. AAA reports that Idaho’s average price for a gallon of regular is $3.29 – about the same as a week ago and a month ago, but…
