BOISE – It’s National Teen Driver Safety Week, and AAA is sharing tips to help young drivers stay safe behind the wheel. The Idaho Transportation Department reported that last year, teens were more than twice as likely to be involved in a fatal or serious injury crash than any other age group, given their population…
BOISE – This time of year brings fall colors and brisk hikes, but if you’re heading into the backcountry, AAA reminds you to watch for wildlife. “Many large animals are very active during rutting season, and a collision with one can be just as dangerous as with another vehicle,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director…
BOISE – As Idahoans gear up to fight the freeze, AAA is sharing tips to winterize your home. “A clogged gutter, wayward tree limb, frozen pipe, or leaky roof can be a very expensive proposition,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “Avoiding an insurance claim or a pricey repair will make life a…
BOISE – Governor Brad Little has proclaimed October 19 to be Move Over Law Day in the state of Idaho, and AAA and other traffic safety partners are using the occasion to raise awareness and improve safety on the roads. Sadly, a tow operator is struck and killed every other week by a passing car. …
BOISE – With rain in the forecast for much of the Gem State, AAA is helping drivers prepare for wet roads. “Now is a good time to test your windshield wipers – replace them if they’re skipping or streaking,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “Also, keep in mind that for the first…
BOISE – Idaho drivers continue to see savings at the pump this week, despite hurricane activity raising the national average. According to AAA, today’s average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.44, which is two cents less than a week ago, 14 cents less than a month ago and 56…
BOISE – As Hurricane Milton barrels toward the Florida Peninsula, AAA is sharing important travel information for those who may be heading into the area. With significant flooding and extreme windspeeds expected along Milton’s path, travelers and residents are encouraged to promptly heed any evacuation orders given. Tampa International Airport closed earlier this morning, St.…
BOISE – As tensions flare in the Middle East, market insecurity is pushing crude oil prices higher, and the effects may soon be felt at the pump. Crude oil dynamics The West Texas Intermediate benchmark for crude oil is currently trading near $77 per barrel after remaining at or below the $70 mark for nearly…
BOISE – Sunny days and falling gas prices are keeping spirits high across the Gem State. According to AAA, Idaho’s average price for a gallon of regular is $3.49, which is five cents less than a week ago, ten cents less than a month ago, and 65 cents less than a year ago. The national…
BOISE – As the summer winds down, AAA is sharing 7 keys to safe driving for the cold and gloomy months ahead. “Just 4 in 10 Americans report having good driving habits that classified them in the ‘Safe Drivers’ category for our research,” says AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “While these keys are…
