News Releases

Older Drivers: How Well Does Your Car Fit?

September 11, 2018 Ohio, Transportation & Traffic Safety

Warren — WHAT: To help senior motorists drive more safely, AAA East Central and its safety partners are hosting an innovative safety program designed to help senior motorists check how well their vehicles fit them. Older adult drivers will arrive at the event...

AAA Offering Program to Benefit Mature Drivers

September 11, 2018 Ohio, Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation & Traffic Safety

Norwalk — AAA East Central is introducing a program in Norwalk to increase safety on the road for mature drivers. The Safe Driving for Mature Operators program is designed to support the changing needs of drivers 60 years and older by offering tips to help reduce...

AAA Hosting Free VIN Etching to Deter Vehicle Theft

August 24, 2018 Pennsylvania, Automotive, Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation & Traffic Safety

Erie — **For editors: B-Roll of VIN Etch process available for download at https://vimeo.com/267434305 (password: aaavinetch) What: AAA East Central will be providing free Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) etching for car windows. Members and the public...

AAA East Central Partnering with National and Local Safety Experts for Northeast Ohio Drugged Driving Summit

August 22, 2018 Ohio, Transportation & Traffic Safety

Independence — What: AAA will gather local and national experts to discuss topics including Ohio’s changing drug landscape, challenges behind drug screening, combating illegal drugs & legalized marijuana, and best practices in bordering states for addressing drugged...

More than 80 Percent of Older Drivers Aren’t Talking About Driving Safety

August 14, 2018 Kentucky, Transportation & Traffic Safety

Nearly 83 percent of older drivers report never speaking to a family member or physician about their driving ability, according to new research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Of the small percentage of families who do have the conversation,...

More than 80 Percent of Older Drivers Aren’t Talking About Driving Safety

August 14, 2018 New York, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Transportation & Traffic Safety

Nearly 83 percent of older drivers report never speaking to a family member or physician about their driving ability, according to new research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Of the small percentage of families who do have the conversation,...

Local Safety Officials Reminds Motorists & Pedestrians: School’s Open!

August 08, 2018 Ohio, Transportation & Traffic Safety

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MEDIA ADVISORY

August 08, 2018 Kentucky, Transportation & Traffic Safety

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MEDIA EVENT: Local Crossing Guard Training Aims to Make Parkersburg Streets Safer

August 07, 2018 West Virginia, Transportation & Traffic Safety

WHAT: AAA East Central and the Parkersburg Police Department are hosting an adult crossing guard training to teach participants how to safely stop traffic, protect school-aged children and increase awareness of pedestrian safety. WHO: AAA...

MEDIA ADVISORY : Local Safety Officials Hosting Media Event to Promote Back-to-School Safety

August 03, 2018 Ohio, Transportation & Traffic Safety

Fairview Park — WHAT: As schools prepare to welcome students back from summer recess, AAA East Central, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), and the Fairview Park Police Department are teaming up to host a media event to remind drivers and parents to be extra...

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