National average holds steady while Idaho pump prices remain 7th highest in the nation BOISE – (May 7, 2018) – Gasoline inventories are recovering from record-high demand in April, and the national average gas price held steady for the week as the spike in U.S. pump prices appeared to temporarily level off. In addition, 19…
Four of the top ten are within a day’s drive for Idahoans BOISE – (May 1, 2018) – With a few regional exceptions, the Western United States is a popular destination for many summer travelers this year, according to new data compiled by AAA. While Orlando remains the top travel spot for the season, a…
A hit-and-run crash occurs every 43 seconds on U.S. roadways; 2,049 fatalities in 2016 BOISE – (April 26, 2018) – New research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety indicates that the number of hit-and-run crashes and fatalities nationwide is rising at an historic rate. In 2016 – the most recent data available – there…
“Bet” on battery, engine cooling and tire damage problems as the primary culprits BOISE – (April 17, 2018) – If your vehicle is ten years old or older, some preventive care could be a wise investment to avoid a major roadside mishap this summer, says AAA. In 2017, AAA received over 32 million requests for…
New diamond rating guidelines reflect the connectivity preferences of today’s travelers BOISE – (April 9, 2018) – AAA recently updated its hotel Approval Requirements & Diamond Rating Guidelines to reflect the increased importance placed on connective, leading-edge technologies. Based on feedback from AAA inspectors, members and industry professionals, the new guidelines replace the ratings previously…
New AAA survey shows “do as I say, not as I do” is a prevailing traffic safety attitude BOISE – (March 29, 2018) – It’s a familiar trend that AAA has observed repeatedly over the last ten years – motorists generally disapprove of unsafe driving habits, yet many engage in risky behavior anyway. AAA’s tenth…
Legislators are encouraged to keep traffic safety discussions going after S1283 dies BOISE – (March 28, 2018) – In calling attention to National Distracted Driving Awareness month in April, AAA asks Idaho legislators to continue to work with stakeholders to improve safety. In 2016, ten people were killed every day in distracted driving crashes on…
The Gem State’s sixteen-cent increase over the past week is the largest in the nation BOISE – (March 26, 2018) – It’s time for Idaho drivers to brace themselves. Predicted seasonal gas price increases have reached the Gem State, with higher pump prices expected to follow, according to AAA. “Over the last week, Idaho’s average…
Voice-based technology helps diners choose from among 31,000 approved locations BOISE – (March 22, 2018) – Grab a fork and dig into a delicious meal at a restaurant near you, but before you go, grab your smartphone or mobile device. AAA is pleased to announce that a simple voice command to Amazon Alexa or the…
Foundation’s new website highlights four major research priorities BOISE – (March 16, 2018) – In recognition of 70 years of safety research, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has launched a new website – AAAFoundation.org – that organizes data into four focus areas: emerging technologies, vulnerable road users, driver behavior and performance, and roadway systems…
