PORTLAND, Ore., – Millions of U.S. drivers will face spendy vehicle repair bills from rust damage caused by chemicals and salt used to de-ice roadways. According to a new AAA survey, U.S. drivers paid an estimated $15.4 billion in rust repairs caused by de-icing methods over the last five years, or about $3 billion a …
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PORTLAND, Ore., – New testing from AAA has uncovered significant differences in the quality of gasoline sold at fuel retailers in the United States. The independent laboratory testing compared gasolines that meet TOP TIER™ standards with gasoline brands that do not participate in the automaker-backed program. The research finds that consumers can clog their cars’ …
But AAA survey reveals experience with vehicle technology builds trust PORTLAND, Ore., – Three out of four U.S. drivers report feeling “afraid” to ride in a self-driving car, according to a new survey from AAA. With today’s heightened focus on autonomous vehicles, this fear poses a potential concern to the automotive industry as consumers …
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Lower Gas Prices Help Fuel Two Percent Decline From 2014 PORTLAND, Ore., – Due to declines in gas prices and finance charges, the annual cost to own and operate a vehicle has fallen to $8,698, a nearly 2 percent drop from last year, according to AAA’s 2015 Your Driving Costs study. This research examines the …
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Find out how ready for winter weather you are with this winter driving quiz. The worst of winter is ahead. So it’s about time you made sure that you—and your car—can handle any driving situation Mother Nature throws your way. Evaluate your behind-the-wheel knowledge by answering True or False. 1. All-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive cars are …