Wednesday, January 9, 2013
2012 was an expensive year to drive.
If you found your wallet a little lighter at the end of 2012, your driving may have something to do with that. AAA reports that 2012 was the most expensive year on record for gas prices with a national average of $3.60. The year before, 2011, takes second place with an average of $3.51 and 2008 comes in third with an average of $3.25. “Record high gas prices have made this the most expensive year yet for motorists,” said Jenny M. Robinson, Manager of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Mid-Atlantic in a press release. “Factors as volatile as major hurricanes, refinery outages and tension in the Middle East resulted in significant frustration for people filling up their cars.” Pennsylvania was not one of the most expensive states for gas…
Monday, December 17, 2012
AAA does not expect gas prices to have a major impact on travel volume, but consumers could have more money to spend on holiday shopping, dining and entertainment if prices drop through December as expected.
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Monday, December 17, 2012
AAA estimates the national average price of gasoline will slowly drop through the end of the year and average between $3.20-3.40 a gallon by New Year’s Day. Gas prices dropped about 50 cents a gallon on average from September through early December, but remain at record highs for this time of year. AAA does not expect gas prices to have a major impact on travel volume, but consumers could have more money to spend on holiday shopping, dining and entertainment if prices drop through December as expected. AAA projects 93.3 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the year-end holidays -- an increase of 1.6 percent over the 91.8 million people who traveled last year. This increase brings holiday travel figures to …
Sunday, December 16, 2012
New study by AAA shows most older drivers have a car that's not the best for them
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Sunday, December 16, 2012
With nearly 90 percent of motorists 65 and older suffering from health issues that affect driving safety, finding a car that not only adapts to conditions, such as lack of flexibility or muscle strength, while maintaining safety and comfort can be difficult. Data from a new AAA survey also reveals that only one in 10 senior drivers with aging health issues are driving a vehicle that has features like keyless entry and larger dashboard controls that can assist with such conditions. To better equip the “silver tsunami” for driving safety and comfort, AAA has updated its Smart Features for Older Drivers resource to address a broader range of health conditions and include new data on 2012 vehicle features. As a leading advocate for senior …
Monday, November 19, 2012
Wednesday, Nov. 21 will be one of the busiest travel days of the year as Americans hit the road for Thanksgiving weekend.
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Monday, November 19, 2012
AAA projects 43.6 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, an increase of 0.7 percent over the 43.3 million people who traveled last year. This increase marks the fourth consecutive year of growing holiday travelers since 2008, when Thanksgiving travel fell by 25 percent. The Thanksgiving holiday travel period is defined as Wednesday, Nov. 21 to Sunday, Nov. 25. 1. Gas Prices AAA estimates the national average price of gasoline will drop to between $3.25-3.40 a gallon by the holiday, similar to last year’s average of $3.32, which was the most expensive average ever on Thanksgiving. Despite the historically high prices paid by motorists this year, the national average has declined by…
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
An AAA analysis says Independence Day is the deadliest day of the year for teen drivers
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Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Whether you're heading 'down the shore' or staying in the Lehigh Valley for the holiday, be safe on the roads. Independence Day is the deadliest day of the year for teen drivers and passengers, according to AAA’s analysis of crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Seven of the 10 most dangerous days on the road for teens are during summer, according to AAA are: AAA reports that more than 16 teens on average are killed in car crashes on each of these days. To keep teen drivers safe, AAA suggests these tips for parents:
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3:23 pm on Wednesday, January 9, 2013
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