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AAA Texas Reminds Drivers to Take Extra Precautions During Wet Weather and Never Drive Over Flooded Roads

April 18, 2016 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Automotive, Transportation and Traffic Safety, Travel

(Coppell, TX) – With heavy rainfall expected in many parts of the Lone Star State over the next couple days, AAA Texas reminds motorists that driving in wet weather conditions requires preparation, good tires, well-maintained brakes, and streak-free...

AAA Texas Warns About Increased Traffic and Dangerous Driving Habits During SXSW

March 10, 2016 Automotive, Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation and Traffic Safety, Travel

(Austin, TX) – As Austin prepares to once again host South by Southwest, AAA Texas reminds drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists to obey traffic safety laws, be aware of others, and use common sense to prevent injuries and fatalities. This year South by...

AAA Texas: Statewide Gas Price Average Moves Higher Heading into Spring Driving Season

March 03, 2016 Gas Prices, Automotive, Travel, Weekly Fuel Prices Report

(Coppell, TX) – The statewide gas price average in Texas is now $1.60 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is eight cents more than last week and 64 cents less per gallon than last year. Of the...

New AAA Foundation Research Finds 87 Percent of U.S. Drivers Engage in Unsafe Behaviors Behind the Wheel

February 25, 2016 Automotive, Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation and Traffic Safety

(Coppell, TX) – About 87 percent of drivers engaged in at least one risky behavior while behind the wheel within the past month, according to latest research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. These unsafe behaviors include driving while...

Pothole Damage Costs U.S. Drivers $3 Billion Annually

February 18, 2016 Automotive, Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation and Traffic Safety, Travel

(Coppell, TX) – A new study from AAA reveals that pothole damage has cost U.S. drivers $15 billion in vehicle repairs over the last five years, or approximately $3 billion annually. With two-thirds of Americans concerned about potholes on local roadways,...

AAA Texas Offers Tips for A DWI-Free New Year’s Eve Holiday and Free Tipsy Tow as a Last Resort

December 29, 2015 Automotive, Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation and Traffic Safety

(Coppell, TX) – When the clock strikes midnight 2015 will be over and a new year will begin. AAA Texas wants to help those who celebrate New Year’s Eve with alcohol to get home safe. AAA Texas encourages everyone, who is of legal drinking age and who...

AAA Texas Reminds Drivers to Watch Out for Children on New Riding Toys

December 23, 2015 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Automotive

(Coppell, TX) – Texas kids and teens will soon be riding through neighborhood streets on new bicycles, riding toys, scooters, and roller skates. So, AAA Texas offers reminders for drivers and parents to keep them safe while enjoying new holiday gifts in...

2015 AAA Green Car Guide Winners Announced

April 20, 2015 Automotive, Insurance & Consumer Tips

The 2015 Tesla Model S P85D earned the top score in the AAA Green Car Guide, AAA Texas announced today. The Palo Alto-based automaker’s car is featured with more than 80 other green vehicles in the 2015 AAA Green Car Guide. The top-scoring and best...

Senior Drivers Support Tougher Driving Laws for Themselves

December 16, 2014 Automotive, Transportation and Traffic Safety

(Irving, TX) - While senior drivers favor tougher driving laws, from bans on wireless devices to ignitions interlocks for first time DUI offenders, an overwhelming majority support greater scrutiny in the license-renewal process for themselves and their...

AAA Texas Reminds Drivers, Parents and Students to Use Caution When Schools Open

August 20, 2014 Automotive

(Irving, TX) – When the school bells ring again there will be more pedestrian traffic in and around school zones throughout Texas. That’s why AAA Texas urges motorists to use extra caution. Afternoon hours are particularly dangerous for walking ...

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