PORTLAND, Ore., – New research from AAA shows drivers overwhelmingly want automakers to improve the performance of existing driver assistance technologies rather than develop self-driving cars. And this view is backed by another round of AAA testing that shows these technologies don’t work consistently and can result in crashes with other vehicles and bicyclists. Here …
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BOISE – In response to feedback from new vehicle shoppers, the 2022 AAA Car Guide recognizes vehicles that offer outstanding fuel efficiency and an impressive array of driver assistance technology without sacrificing ride comfort, safety, and quality. This year’s overall winner was the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD electric vehicle. Idaho drivers who are …
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BOISE – As driving assistance technology becomes more widely available in new vehicles, AAA warns that knowledge gaps can lead to dangerous assumptions about how the system will perform. According to new research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, drivers who received a brief, but comprehensive training session significantly outperformed those were left to …
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BOISE – With the upcoming switch to Daylight Saving Time, AAA reminds drivers to watch for kids walking and biking to school, get plenty of rest, and make sure that vehicles are in good working order. According to research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 95% of drivers view drowsy driving as very or …
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BOISE – As the roads freeze and thaw, drivers may start noticing more potholes on their daily commute. According to a new survey by AAA, 1 in 10 drivers sustained vehicle damage that was severe enough to require repair after hitting a pothole last year. With an average price tag of almost $600 per repair, …
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PORTLAND, Ore., – As vehicles become more automated, many auto manufacturers realize some technologies may give drivers the false sense that the vehicle can drive itself. To counter this, driver monitoring systems with either a camera or steering wheel detection are used to prevent the deadly consequences of a distracted driver. However, new real-world testing …
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BOISE – To prevent misuse and overreliance on new vehicle technology, many auto manufacturers have added driver monitoring systems that can detect inattentive behavior. But according to AAA, these systems need significant upgrades in order to work as intended. Direct systems use driver-facing cameras to identify disengagement, while indirect systems only track data provided by …
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PORTLAND, Ore. – With snow and below-freezing temperatures expected for much of Oregon, AAA Oregon/Idaho urges drivers to be prepared for winter driving conditions. The National Weather Service in Portland says the forecast looks increasingly wintry for even lower elevations of northwest Oregon as a prolonged period of below normal temperatures begins this weekend. “Make …
BOISE – It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and according to AAA, it will also be one of the busiest. According to new projections, more than 109 million Americans will celebrate the holidays with a trip to see family and friends, with 593,000 Idahoans among them. This year, the holiday travel period runs …
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BOISE – With freezing temperatures and snow on the way, AAA is sharing winter driving tips to help reduce the chances of a deadly collision. Severe weather is a factor in nearly half a million crashes and 2,000 deaths nationwide each year. “Now is a good time to explore your options for traction control. Winter …