Cold

AAA Staffwinter, frozen pipes, plumbing, cold
With the thermometer dropping due to cold winter weather, pipes are at risk of freezing due to sudden temperature drops, poor insulation, or incorrect thermostat settings. Read more 
Kip DoyleSenior, health, Medicare, winter, cold, fitness
As the crisp winter air settles in, the season brings with it a unique set of health hazards, particularly for senior citizens. The cold temperatures, reduced daylight, and increased risk of illness pose challenges to maintaining good health. Prepare yourself against common winter health hazards and follow our tips to stay safe and feel well during the colder months.  Read more 
AAA Stafftires, winter, tire pressure, tpms, cold
In recent decades, keeping track of your tire pressure has become a more automated task through TPMS. A study by AAA found that TPMS are generally reliable, but these systems can have limitations that not everyone is aware of.  Read more 
Kip Doylesnow, ice, winter, cold, Buffalo, syracuse, Rochester
Severe weather can be frightening and dangerous for travelers. Winter storms, bad weather, and sloppy road conditions are factors in nearly half a million crashes and more than 2,000 road deaths every winter, according to research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Read more 
Deena Grabowskicar, battery, winter, cold, snow, ice
Freezing temperatures are a frequent killer of car batteries, leaving you shivering in the driver’s seat. But is winter weather the catalyst for a dead battery?  Read more 
Kip Doylewinter, snow, ice, cold, EV, electric vehicle, Tesla
AAA research shows that when the temperature drops to 20°F and the HVAC system is used to heat the inside of the vehicle, the average driving range in electric vehicles (EV) is decreased by 41 percent. Read more