Almost immediately after the first horseless carriages appeared on America's roads, motorists began organizing automobile clubs.

In 1902, only 23,000 cars were in operation in this country compared with 17 million horses. Yet, some 50 small motor clubs had been formed by motoring enthusiasts across the country.

Nine clubs soon joined together to create a national motoring organization and, at a March 4, 1902, Chicago meeting, founded the American Automobile Association.

Over 100 years have passed, but from its inception, AAA has dedicated itself to the future of vehicle motor transportation through support of adequate highways and elimination of burdensome taxes and restrictions.