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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 ...

AAA Texas Offers Potentially Lifesaving Tips for Kids and Pets During Summer Heat and Travel

June 24, 2014 Automotive, Insurance & Consumer Tips

(Irving, TX) – Now that summer is officially here, AAA Texas reminds drivers about the dangers of leaving children and pets in vehicles during the summer heat. Temperatures inside a car, even on a mild and sunny day, can rise 20 degrees in just 10 ...

Annual Ford/AAA Texas Student Auto Skills Competition Set for Fri., May 2 at San Jacinto College

April 24, 2014 Automotive

(Houston, Texas) – The state’s best young automotive minds from across Texas are gearing up for the 2014 Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Challenge State Hands-On competition, set for Friday, May 2, at the San Jacinto College Transportation Center located ...

Winter Weather Conditions Forecast to Sweep Across Texas; Are You Ready for Winter Driving?

December 04, 2013 Automotive

(Irving, TX) – The National Weather Service forecasts winter weather conditions could impact many parts of the Lone Star State this week. Since many Texans are not used to driving on wet or icy conditions, AAA Texas recommends drivers read and ...

Get A Vehicle Check During AAA Car Care Month

October 09, 2013 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Automotive

October is AAA Car Care Month and AAA Texas is reminding drivers about the importance of properly maintaining their vehicles for the change in seasons. There are a few simple things every driver can do to make sure their car is ready for the road. ...

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