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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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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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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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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BOISE – The COVID-19 pandemic and associated stay-at-home orders had a profound effect on driving behavior. According to AAA, the average number of daily trips taken by Americans dropped by 40% in April 2020 when compared to pre-pandemic levels, before leveling off to a 25% reduction for the remainder of last year. For AAA’s new …
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BOISE – It’s National Theft Prevention Month, a reminder from AAA and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to make sure your car is properly secured. In 2019 alone, a motor vehicle was stolen every 44 seconds in the United States, nearly three quarters of a million vehicles in total, at a cost of more …
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Dead batteries are the number one issue in hot weather PORTLAND, Ore., – A record-breaking extreme heat wave is expected in Oregon with temperatures soaring into the 90s and triple digits across much of the state. AAA Oregon/Idaho wants to remind drivers that hot weather can actually kill more vehicle batteries than cold winter weather. …
47 Million Americans including 597,000 Oregonians to celebrate 4th of July with a trip PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA says the travel volume for the 4th of July holiday is back up to pre-pandemic levels with more than 47.7 million Americans (14.4% of the population) including 597,000 Oregonians taking a trip. This will be the second-highest …
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BOISE – Summer travel is going to begin with a bang. AAA projects that nearly 48 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more for a 4th of July getaway, with 261,000 Idahoans among them. That’s just 2.5% less than the 2019 record, and nearly 40% more than last year. AAA says that increased vaccinations, …
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BOISE – During the COVID-19 pandemic, the hotel industry put increased emphasis on cleaning programs to help protect the health and safety of guests. But how can travelers feel more confident that these programs are being properly implemented? In response to requests from the public, AAA is launching a new “Inspected Clean” program to independently …
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