In Bad Weather, Advanced Vehicles May Not “See” the Road
BOISE – Advanced driver assistance systems, or ADAS, have the potential to significantly reduce the number of fatal and injury crashes on American roads. But AAA warns that when rain and other inclement weather are in the forecast, these systems may not operate as intended. Car manufacturers often test safety features like automatic emergency braking …
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AAA Shares Best Places for Fall Foliage
BOISE – As Idahoans look for weekend activities to kick off the fall, AAA Idaho has prepared a list of some of the best places to view fall colors. “Year-round, Idaho is an outdoor wonderland, but autumn is a really special time,” says AAA Idaho spokesman Matthew Conde. “The pandemic’s been really hard on everyone, …
AAA Research: COVID-19 Cuts Driving in Half
New data shows pandemic had profound impact on travel habits PORTLAND, Ore., – The COVID-19 pandemic and associated travel restrictions in the spring of 2020 led to a drastic drop in U.S. road travel and a sharp increase in the number of people who chose to stay home all day. New data from the AAA …
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As Temperatures Climb, AAA Warns about the Dangers of Hot Cars
BOISE – Temperatures are rising across the Gem State, and AAA reminds parents to bring their children with them into air-conditioned buildings to prevent the risk of heatstroke. On average, a child dies every seven days from being left in a hot car, and these tragedies are almost always preventable. “A car interior can heat …
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2021 Lexus LX 570
The Lexus LX is basically a dressed-up version of the Toyota Land Cruiser. It’s an old-school SUV with truck-like body-on-frame construction and has serious off-roading chops. Otherwise, the LX is showing its age and probably isn’t the best choice for drivers who want a large luxury SUV and will rarely venture off paved roads. It …
Make Sure Your Vehicle is “Road Trip Ready”
BOISE – This Memorial Day, 37 million Americans (including 202,000 Idahoans) are expected to take a trip 50 miles or more from home. But due to COVID-19 restrictions, some vehicles have been dormant for months, with little or no upkeep. AAA offers repair tips and busts a few common maintenance myths to help keep a …
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Double Trouble: Users of Both Alcohol and Marijuana Take More Risks Behind the Wheel
As 4/20 approaches, AAA Survey Finds Users of Both Admit Dangerous Driving Behaviors PORTLAND, Ore., – People who use both alcohol and marijuana are some of the most dangerous drivers on the road – they are significantly more likely to speed, text, intentionally run red lights, and drive aggressively than those who don’t, according to …
Deck the Halls, Not the Highway With Your Christmas Tree
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 …
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We’re Here for You: Working from Home or In the Service Center
Whether our AAA Travel Agents are working from home, or in the AAA service centers, they remain ready to assist members with any travel needs. Much has changed this year. While we are continuing to navigate the ever changing COVID-19 landscape, we are slowly getting accustomed to how things may look for us for a …
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