Motorists in a hurry might view a higher speed limit as a benefit, but according to a new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, raising posted speed limits may do little to save time and lead to more crashes, injuries, and deaths for motorists,...
AAA projects 50.7 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Independence Day weekend*, setting a record for the holiday. Domestic travel over the long weekend will increase by 2.1 million people compared to 2022. This year’s...
As the school year ends, AAA stresses the importance of preparing and educating inexperienced teen drivers for some of the most dangerous driving days of the year. Nationwide, more than 7,000 people died in teen driving-related summertime crashes...
This summer could be record-setting when it comes to travel by air. Earlier this year, AAA reported a significant increase in international travel bookings. And in a recent interview, the head of the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) said the...
Electric vehicles (EVs) are taking up more real estate in dealership showrooms nationwide. Their attractive blend of cutting-edge design, advanced technology and energy efficiency have expanded their popularity.
The new 2023 AAA Car Guide is here to...
International trips are rising this year. According to AAA booking data, international travel is up more than 200% compared to 2022. Hotel bookings are experiencing the biggest jump, up more than 300% over last year. The spike in demand is also driving...
This year’s St. Patrick’s Day will be a time of celebration for many, especially since it falls on a Friday, but there is a danger for the holiday to turn deadly. While AAA East Central wants everyone to enjoy the day, it is important to do so with...
Something that most drivers experience but may not realize until it’s too late – feeling drowsy – plays an undetermined role in traffic crashes, injuries, and deaths. Although underreported in government statistics, previous research by the AAA...
Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 12, when the clocks in most U.S. states will “spring forward.” AAA East Central advises motorists and pedestrians to make the proper adjustments for safer travel.
“Many will find on Monday that...
AAA East Central is a member club affiliated with the American Automobile Association (AAA) national federation and serves members in Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
