Updated 9/21/2021 Oregon Average Edges Lower, National Average Ticks Up Storms still impact Gulf Coast production, refining PORTLAND, Ore., – As is typical for the post-Labor Day period, demand for gasoline in the U.S. has dropped. However, the impact of Hurricane Ida followed by Hurricane Nichols has slowed oil production and refining. This has put …
AAA: Half of Americans Plan to Travel in the next Year
PORTLAND, Ore., – The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on Americans’ travel plans as people are changing the way they plan and protect their trips. A new AAA travel survey shows that more than half (55%) of American adults are planning a vacation of at least one overnight stay before the end of next …
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More than Half of Americans Planning a Trip Before the End of 2022
BOISE – According to new research by AAA, more than half of all Americans are planning to take at least one vacation before the end of next year, with many looking to buy travel insurance in order to protect themselves from the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19. “Travel rebounded in a big way this summer, and it’s …
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2021 Idaho Gas Price News
Updated 9/20/21 Idaho Gas Prices Down Two Cents as Prices Surge Elsewhere BOISE – Idaho gas prices defied the national trend this week, dropping two cents while the U.S. average went up by two cents. But according to AAA, the fallout from a busy hurricane season continues to torment drivers at the pump, and there …
Traffic Safety Partners Team Up for School Zone Safety
BOISE – Governor Brad Little has proclaimed Thursday, September 16 to be Idaho School Zone Safety Day, a reminder to the driving public to watch for kids on their way to and from school. AAA, the Idaho Transportation Department, and various law enforcement agencies and school districts across the Gem State are working together to …
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Roads Will Be Busy For a Labor Day Getaway
BOISE – Idaho drivers will pay the most to fill up their tank on Labor Day weekend in seven years, but according to AAA, that won’t prevent most people from getting in one last trip to end the summer. Today, the average price in the Gem State for a gallon of regular is $3.80, the …
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Sticker Shock: AAA says Owning a New Vehicle Costs nearly $10,000 a Year
PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA says the average annual cost of owning a new vehicle is $9,666 per year, or $805.50 per month. The average price of a new vehicle for 2021 is $32,903, according to AAA’s annual Your Driving Costs study. Find details of the study in the fact sheet and Your Driving Costs brochure. …
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Avoid Sticker Shock on Your Next Vehicle Purchase
BOISE – After months of putting big purchases on hold, many Americans are finally ready to upgrade their ride. But before they sign on the dotted line, AAA encourages prospective vehicle owners to consider the total cost of buying a new car. Since 1950, AAA has published Your Driving Costs, an annual guide to help …
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Stay Flexible During End-of-summer Travel
BOISE – As the summer draws to a close, many Americans are considering one last vacation before school and colder weather keep them closer to home. But as COVID-19 cases surge, with many attributed to the more-contagious delta variant, AAA advises travelers to be ready to adapt to rapidly-changing conditions before and even during their …
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AAA: How Many Miles to Empty Do You Really Have?
New research finds drivers shouldn’t rely on in-dash fuel economy displays PORTLAND, Ore., – How accurate are in-dash fuel economy displays in your vehicle? New research from AAA shows these systems aren’t always accurate, especially for shorter trips, and can be impacted by speed and acceleration. This means drivers could be taking an unnecessary risk …
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