Traffic Safety
Whether it’s texting, calling, navigating, or something else, using your cellphone while driving can be dangerous. In fact, texting and driving can have the same consequences as drinking and driving: deaths and injuries. Read more
In honor of a local tow truck driver who was hit and killed on the job, several tow companies, including AAA Western and Central New York, lined the stretch of roadway where the tragedy took place in Central New York. Read more
Sunshine: It’s usually something we welcome, especially in the spring. Read more
One aspect of being a safe driver on the road: knowing how to safely transport large items, including Christmas trees! Read more
New data from the AAA Foundation’s annual Traffic Safety Culture Index (TSCI), highlights the gap between drivers’ attitudes and reported behaviors. Read more
Have a teen learning to drive? Parents can ease their anxiety and protect their kids by getting actively involved in the learning process. Read more
With the arrival of spring and the prospect of fewer restrictions due to coronavirus vaccinations, many teens are looking to start the process of getting their driver’s license. Read more
Is your teen ready to learn how to drive? When it comes to training a young driver on the rules of the road, AAA has you and your family covered. Read more
Summer will be here before we know it, unfortunately, this time of year is the deadliest when it comes to teen driver fatal crashes. Read more
AAA has traffic safety and insurance tips to help keep motorcyclists safe and covered. Read more
Fatal wrong-way driving crashes on our nation's highways are a persistent threat that is only getting worse. Read more
AAA’s annual automated vehicle survey finds that the majority of drivers (80%) say they want current vehicle safety systems to work better. Read more
A post, a selfie, a text, a scroll, an email – one look, when behind the wheel, is all it takes to Read more
After an overwhelming response to our virtual five-hour pre-licensing course, AAA Western and Centr Read more
AAA strives to raise public awareness of road safety measures, including car seat regulat Read more
Aggressive driving is a major concern of the American public and a real threat t Read more
This year’s National Teen Driver Safety Week (October 18 to 24) is back to raise awareness on driver saf Read more
With the New York State Thruway converting state toll booths into a cash-free system this year, E-ZPass Read more
School is opening, and no matter if it is traditional, hybrid or virtual, traffic safety is of utmost importance. Read more
AAA has resources for parents to help ensure their teens drive safe. Read more
AAA tow operators respond to more than 30 million calls for help each year. Read more
While New York State residents are voting online to determine the state's new license plate design, the New York State Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has hired a new vendor for the embossed sheeting used on the license plates. Read more
It’s not uncommon to see a Chevy Equinox when driving down the road – I spot them often across New York State and I’ve bee Read more
Imagine that you’re driving down the road and suddenly, without warning, you lose control on slippery pa Read more
As shocking as that may seem, and as tragic as it is, the good news is that many teen motor vehicle cras Read more