This page lists the most recent releases from AAA's Automotive department. For older releases, visit the release archives.
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AAA Automotive's number one priority is to make the car ownership experience more satisfying. During visits to our more than 1,000 offices nationwide or though aaa.com, AAA helps consumers make better informed decisions when buying, financing, repairing or insuring a vehicle and provides members emergency road service.
As a leading authority and advocate for motorists, AAA offers expertise to help consumers on the road, in the repair shop, at the dealership and even when it comes to improving their driving skills or teaching their teens to drive. The links below will take you to more information about AAA's programs and services.
Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills national winners to job-shadow No. 16 Con-way Freight team; receive expert advice from one of racing's most successful crew chiefs - Larry McReynolds
Motor club anticipates helping 9.3 million stranded motorists during summer driving season and reminds drivers that auto maintenance is key to avoid breakdowns at home or away
*AAA FindMeSM allows Sprint® customers to have their GPS location sent directly to AAA when requesting roadside assistance; AAA Mobile Web offers enhanced travel info for smartphone users.
AAA has recycled more than four million automotive batteries and continues to promote the environmental importance of recycling this essential automotive part that 100 million U.S. motorists replace each year.
With commuters spending 41 minutes a day driving to/from work, having the right vehicle is key to saving money and providing comfort and safety on the road
AAA collaborates with Travel Channel as the official safety partner on the network's new reality travel competition series, 'America's Worst Driver', premiering Sunday, March 14, at 10 p.m. ET.
Nation's largest motor club is only a push of a button away for AAA members thanks to Toyota's innovative telematics system Safety Connect, available in select Toyota and Lexus models
As part of AAA Car Care Month, motor club warns foregoing maintenance and needed repairs can put drivers, passengers and those in surrounding vehicles in danger
As part of AAA Car Care Month, the motor club reminds motorists to attend to frequently overlooked maintenance items when preparing their vehicles for winter weather
AAA Car Care Month study finds 62 percent of motorists operate their vehicles under one or more severe service conditions while only six percent think they do
Nation's largest motor club provides tips for consumers to consider and answers frequent questions about Consumer Assistance to Recycle and Save (CARS) program
Leader of nation's largest motoring organization discusses potential program reforms and funding options for the nation's transportation system with panel of key federal legislators
Still unknown are the long-term potential consequences of an increased ethanol blend in gasoline on vehicle engine performance, fuel efficiency and emissions
Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Competition national winners to job-shadow auto racing's best - defending DAYTONA 500 champion No. 17 DEWALT NASCAR Cup Series team
AAA will release its annual Memorial Day holiday weekend travel forecast at a news conference with IHS Global Insight at the Westin Times Square, 270 West 43rd Street, New York on Tuesday, May 12 at 10:00 a.m. EDT.
Nation's largest motor club teams with Sokolis Group, Fuelman to provide financial relief to service providers through fuel card program, fuel management consulting
"AAA commends Congress and the White House for doing the right thing to fulfill the nation's transportation commitments for the benefit and safety of all motorists," said Robert L. Darbelnet, President and CEO of AAA. "This additional money for the Highway Trust Fund will help keep transportation improvements for the nation's roads and bridges on track across the nation.
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Mary Peters has announced the Highway Account of the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) will be bankrupt by the end of this month.
Residents and visitors to lower, western Wisconsin will have a rare opportunity to see up to three hundred vintage cars made prior to 1943 driving the roads in and around La Crosse, the week of Sept. 7 -12, AAA Wisconsin said today.
Crossing the finish line today in 73 minutes and 40 seconds, aspiring auto technicians Paul Bretl and Chris Cheek, 2008 graduates of Grafton High School, in Grafton, Wis., drove their fully repaired 2008 Ford Focus to victory in the 59th annual Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills national finals.
AAA is giving sports fans a chance to indulge their need for speed and America's favorite pastime with its Races & Bases Sweepstakes presented by AAA Mobile®.
AAA remains very concerned by the recent events involving the leadership of the FIA. Mr. Mosley's credibility and moral authority to lead have been seriously impaired by the events and continuing publicity.
Dover International Speedway and AAA Mid-Atlantic announced today a seven-year partnership extension that includes sponsorship of Dover's new focal point, the Monster Monument at Victory Plaza, presented by AAA.
Best Western International and AAA are dropping the green flag on the race to win the "Ultimate Road Trip" this summer, with one grand prize winner driving a street-legal version of the #99 Best Western Toyota Camry from Michigan International Speedway to Raceworld USA in North Carolina.
AAA TourBook® Guide Travel Information, Navigation, Member Roadside Assistance, Now Available for BlackBerry 8830 and 8130 Through Downloadable GPS Application Powered by Networks In Motion
Sprint Cup Series driver David Ragan, who finished fifth in the 2007 Daytona 500, will greet fans at the St. Louis Auto Show on Saturday, Jan. 26. Ragan will sign autographs at the Ford Motor Company display from 10 a.m. to noon. Fans can also get an up-close look at Ragan's No. 6 AAA Ford Fusion, which will be displayed at the show.
It's auto racing's version of spring training - the annual pre-season testing sessions at Daytona International Speedway. Sprint Cup Series teams, including the No. 6 AAA Ford Fusion of David Ragan, gathered in Daytona Beach this month to prepare themselves for the sports' premier event: the Daytona 500.
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup driver, David Ragan, to assist AAA, law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMTs and tow truck drivers in supporting "Move Over" laws to increase safety for roadside workers and stranded motorists.
Residents and visitors to south central Pennsylvania will have a rare opportunity to see up to three hundred vintage cars made prior to 1943 driving the roads in and around Gettysburg, the week of Sept. 9 -14, AAA Central Penn said today.
Now though November 30, race fans can enter the AAA "Celebrating 50" sweepstakes, for a chance to win a AAA Vacations® package to the Walt Disney World® Resort and tickets to the 2008 Daytona 500® from AAA.
David Ragan, driver of the No. 6 AAA Ford Fusion, and Dale Jarrett, driver of the No. 44 UPS Toyota Camry, announced today their sponsors are coming together to offer AAA members savings at The UPS Store®.
When consumers commonly think of safety features in a new vehicle or truck, safety belts, air bags, and anti-lock brakes may quickly come to mind. However, a relatively unknown fact is that a vehicle's windshield also plays a pivotal role in overall automobile safety.
That shiny new vehicle on the dealer's lot can be enticing, but with interest rates creeping up many would-be buyers turn to the only other way they know to get into a new car: extend the length of the loan, thereby lowering the monthly payment.
Two Gulf Coast teenagers whose families lost their homes and possessions in Katrina are among 100 students who won state contests to participate in the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills national finals to be held here June 27.
Racing against the clock and 49 other two-person, student teams from around the country, aspiring auto technicians Bradley J. Bolton and Aaron Clay, seniors at Paris High School, Paris, TX needed 29 minutes and 34 seconds to accurately diagnose and fix their Ford Mustang Convertible to win the 2006 FORD/AAA STUDENT AUTO SKILLS national finals this morning here in Henry Ford's hometown.
Teaching teen drivers the consequences of driving a poorly maintained vehicle is effective in motivating them to learn the technical aspects of keeping their cars and trucks in peak condition, according to results released today of a survey of young people who participated in the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Competition between 2003 and 2005.
With the retail price of a gallon of gas hovering near the three dollar mark across most of the United States, motorists looking to stretch fuel dollars by boosting their vehicles' fuel efficiency may be left feeling an added pinch in the pocketbook if they decide to experiment with gasoline additives that promise big fuel economy gains, warns AAA.
A hands-on job in the automotive field is the dream job for most participants in the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills national competition, including engineer, designer, test driver, and automotive technician.
Statement of Robert Darbelnet, President and CEO of AAA on today's release of the Administration's final rules on fuel economy standards for light-duty vehicles:
AAA, one of the nation's leading consumer organizations for "all things automotive," has selected its top cars for 2006 in 13 distinct categories, including "Cool Car of the Year."
To assist media and motorists seeking retail fuel price information in Spanish, AAA has launched a Spanish-language version of its popular AAA Fuel Gauge Report Web site; www.galgadegasolina.com.
Before heading out on your next family outing, AAA encourages motorists to plan their moves with the help of AAA. Every fall, millions of families nationwide gear up to visit friends and family for the holidays. Therefore, in the interests of keeping road travel safe, cost-effective and efficient, AAA would like to provide motorists with some family-friendly tips that can make your planning efforts just about flawless.
AAA projects that by 2020, there will be more than 40 million licensed senior motorists on the road. As more seniors continue to drive steadily into the golden years, AAA would like to help simplify their life somewhat with some valuable advice on the care of their vehicle.
AAA, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and professional firefighters today issued a national consumer advisory requesting the public's help in preventing vehicle fires in the United States.
Every time you start your car they glow to greet you, but after a few seconds of engine operation they fade away - hopefully not to be seen again until the next engine start. As part of Car Care Month, AAA is urging motorists to heed their car's cry for attention and be aware of the red and yellow indicators on the instrument panel that illuminate to let you know when a problem occurs.
For motorists planning a summer family getaway, AAA is introducing a new product that will help them stay on track and on budget. Earlier this summer, AAA announced a mobile battery service that is available in most major cities across the United States. Now, beginning this July, the nation's largest organization for drivers adds AAA-branded batteries to its list of products and services.
Requests for assistance from stranded motorists with Internet access have increased by 87 percent in the first quarter of this year, over the same period last year, said AAA, the largest provider of roadside assistance in the country.
Racing against the clock and against 49 other student teams from around the country, aspiring auto technicians Oliver Dalman, 19, and Matthew Whitaker, 18, of Vale High School in Vale, OR, needed only 36 minutes to fix their vehicle to win the 2005 FORD/AAA STUDENT AUTO SKILLS national finals this morning on the National Mall.
Just in time for this year's busy summer travel season, AAA, the nation's leader in providing roadside assistance, would like to remind motorists about an innovative service that will help them stay on track and beat the heat.
In commemoration of Earth Day next week, AAA and the EPA are asking motorists nationwide to help take charge of their environment by helping "Get the lead out" during AAA's Great Battery Roundup. With an estimated 248 million vehicles on the road in North America, the proper use and disposal of vehicle batteries, tires and various types of automotive fluids are crucial to a healthy environment.
With interest rates for vehicle loans on the rise, and manufacturer incentives declining, it is now more important than ever for consumers to do their homework on vehicle loans prior to visiting the dealership, according to AAA.
AAA has selected 13 vehicles as best in their class, naming them the 2005 AAA Top Cars. The sporty new Ford Mustang has been named AAA's "Cool Car" of the year.
AAA's 2005 edition of Your Driving Costs shows the average cost of driving a passenger vehicle in the United States is nearly unchanged from one year ago; despite higher costs for gasoline.
From kid-friendly sedans and economy cars to minivans, wagons and SUVs that expertly combine safety, convenience and practicality, Parents magazine and AAA today named their fourth annual list of "Best Cars for Families," featured in the April issue of Parents, (on newsstands March 15 - April 12).
Each year, AAA car review experts test hundreds of vehicles under "real world" driving conditions and come to the same conclusion as many motorists - the actual miles per gallon achieved during the daily use of a vehicle generally falls well short of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates. AAA's "real world" driving tests found dozens of examples where vehicle miles per gallon for 2003 and 2004 model years were overestimated because of outdated 30-year-old EPA tests.
AAA, the organization that helped pioneer and officiate motor sports in the United States until 1955, announced today its return as a major participant in professional auto racing. The motorists' organization will be the "Official Auto Club" at eleven tracks owned and/or operated by International Speedway Corporation (Nasdaq/NM: ISCA) (ISC), which host NASCAR Nextel Cup Series and Indy Racing League (IRL) events.
AAA, North America's largest motor club is forecasting nearly 5 million motorists will require some form of emergency road service during this year's holiday travel season. During the months of November and December, the most common roadside problems will involve a tow, a flat tire change, a battery jump start or replacement, lockout service or fuel delivery.
Calling all motorists! As part of AAA Car Care Month this October, AAA is reminding motorists their cell phone can be used to arrange auto repairs in addition to summoning roadside assistance.
AAA is reaching out to women motorists' during AAA Car Care Month this year. In an effort to jump start awareness in automotive maintenance, AAA has compiled a checklist women can use to boost their car care confidence and automotive self-reliance.
Backed by a new study released today on Capitol Hill, AAA reiterated that consumers continue to face a lack of choice in automotive repair, a situation that can directly impact motorist safety.
Ozark-area motorists will have a rare opportunity to see hundreds of vintage cars made prior to 1942 driving the streets and back roads of Branson, Mo., the week of Sept. 26 - Oct. 1.
Racing against the clock and against 49 other student teams from around the country, aspiring auto technicians Garrett Johnson and Jacob Tilley of Cy Fair High School in Cypress, Texas, needed only 39 minutes and 37 seconds to repair their vehicle, a 2005 Ford Escape, to win the 2004 FORD/AAA STUDENT AUTO SKILLS national finals this morning at Ford World Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan, the first time the event has been held in the City of Dearborn.
For the first time in many years, the best high school automotive technicians from each state will travel to the heartland of the American automobile industry for the National Finals of the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills competition, to be held June 29 in Dearborn, Michigan, home of co-sponsor Ford Motor Company.
AAA, the leading provider of automotive services to North American vehicle owners, is projecting more than 7.5 million motorists will experience a vehicle breakdown during June, July and August this year.
AAA, the nation's largest motorists organization, today elected four new members to its national board of directors during the AAA Annual Meeting in Kissimmee, Fla. today at the Gaylord Palms Hotel.
AAA, the nation's largest organization of motorists, adopted policies today supporting environmentally sensitive methods of achieving highway beautification.
AAA is asking motorists to do a favor for Mother Nature this week. As a way to observe Earth Day on April 22nd, the motor club is requesting all vehicle owners check their homes, garages and yards for used lead-acid automotive batteries and take them to a recycling center as soon as possible.
The hands-on portion of the nation's largest competition for high school auto technicians begins with the first statewide competition on Friday, April 16, in Daytona Beach, Fla., and ends with a National Finals event June 29 at Ford Motor Company's World Headquarters in Dearborn, Mich.
The average cost of driving a new passenger car in 2004 is 56.2 cents per mile or $8,431 per year, AAA's annual Your Driving Costs study shows. AAA has reported on the average estimated cost of owning and operating a new car each year since 1950.
AAA and Parents magazine name the 15 "Best Cars for Families" in the current (April) issue of the publication and in AAA Auto Guide: 2004 New Cars and Trucks.
Consumers could save millions of dollars on financing a new car if they shopped for a loan before ever stepping into a dealer showroom, according to AAA.
AAA has selected 13 vehicles as best in their class, naming them the 2004 AAA Auto Guide winners. The sporty new Chrysler Crossfire has been named AAA's "Cool Car" of the year.
AAA, the leading provider of automotive services to North American vehicle owners, is projecting nearly 5 million motorists will experience a vehicle breakdown during the holiday travel months of November and December.
Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for automobile travel. Motorists should know the safety rules for dealing with winter road emergencies, AAA said.
The temperature doesn't need to drop very far for some of us to feel a sense of inconvenience and discomfort in our driveway. While drivers can't do anything about the weather, they can alter their morning routines in ways that make winter car trips less numbing, AAA says.
Motorists who prepare now for the onset of colder weather will increase their safety during the winter-driving season, the nation's largest organization for motorists said today.
AAA is aiding its affiliated towing businesses by providing access to industry-specific towing communications and management systems on the most favorable terms in the industry.
AAA, the leading provider of automotive services to North American vehicle owners, today said it will work closely with Representatives Joe Barton (R-TX) and Edolphus Towns (D-NY) to pass H.R. 2735, the "Motor Vehicle Owner's Right to Repair Act."
How many times have you forgotten an oil change? When was the last time your car's tires were rotated? If you have trouble remembering routine maintenance for your vehicle, you can now receive automatic e-mail reminders when you list your vehicle with AAA AutoManagerT available on www.aaa.com. The service is free and available to the public.
Racing against the clock and against 49 other student teams from around the country, aspiring auto technicians PJ Duchene, 19, and Tyler Hassler, 18, of Faribault High School in Faribault, Minnesota needed only 39 of minutes to fix their vehicle to win the 2003 FORD/AAA STUDENT AUTO SKILLS national finals this morning on the National Mall.
The 100 best high school automotive technicians from each state will go head to head in the national finals of the FORD/AAA Student Auto Skills competition, held on June 24 in Washington, D.C. The contestants are competing for more than $6 million in scholarships and prizes.
AAA, the leading provider of automotive services to North American vehicle owners, is projecting more than 7.4 million motorists will experience a vehicle breakdown during June, July and August this year.
AAA, the nation's largest organization for motorists and other travelers, announced today it has completed expansion of its Approved Auto Repair network to all fifty states, the District of Columbia, and the ten Canadian provinces.
The onset of spring brings car buyers out in droves and despite the economy, this year is no exception. One thing that car buyers may find different this year is the availability of options that make vehicles more environmentally friendly, says AAA.
While many motorists are aware of the need to keep their vehicle maintained to help prevent air pollution, AAA also is using the occasion of Earth Day on April 22nd to increase the proper handling and disposal of vehicle maintenance products; especially lead-acid automotive batteries.
AAA, the nation's largest organization for motorists, today named five towing companies its "Highway Heroes" for 2003. The award winning businesses - all of which have compiled outstanding service records to members, their communities and AAA - are:
The nation's largest competition for high school auto technicians gets underway Friday, April 11, in Daytona Beach, Florida, according to co-sponsors Ford Motor Company and AAA. Millions of dollars-worth of prizes and scholarships will be awarded over the next few months, as competitions are held in all 50 states culminating in a National Finals contest,
June 24th, on The Mall in Washington, D.C.
The average cost of driving a new car in 2003 has increased 1.5 cents per mile from one year ago to an estimated 51.7 cents per mile, AAA's annual Your Driving Costs study shows. This is the largest increase reported by AAA since 2000 when driving costs increased 2.1 cents per mile to 49.1 cents.
Even though technology has made automobiles cleaner and more efficient than ever before, car buyers can still achieve greater economy and fuel efficiency by following a few simple guidelines when shopping for a new car, according to AAA.
AAA has selected 13 vehicles as best in their class, including the first pickup truck ever to make the list, naming them the 2003 AAA Auto Guide Award winners.
Help from the most trusted name in road service is now just a mouse click away for members of select AAA clubs in the United States, as well as several Canadian Automobile Association clubs.
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