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AAA Texas: Expert Driving Advice as Winter Weather System Set to Impact Several Parts of the State

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber January 19, 2022 Automotive, Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — Winter weather is predicted to impact many areas of the Lone Star State in the coming days. AAA Texas reminds drivers that traveling in winter conditions such as ice or snow can be challenging. During winter weather, drivers are encouraged to stay tuned...

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

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber December 23, 2021 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — With the holidays here, many children and teenagers will likely be riding through neighborhoods on new bicycles, riding toys, scooters, roller skates and rollerblades over the next few days. AAA Texas reminds drivers and parents to keep young riders safe...

AAA Texas: Year-End Holiday Travel to Rebound Almost to Pre-Pandemic Levels

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber December 14, 2021 Automotive, Gas Prices, Transportation and Traffic Safety, Travel

Coppell, TX — Texas residents who had to cancel getaways and get-togethers last year because of the pandemic are making up for lost time this holiday season. More than 8.8 million Texans, an increase of 32% from last year and -8% fewer than 2019, will travel 50 miles...

AAA Texas Reminds Drivers Most Automobile Crashes Involving Deer Happen This Time of Year

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber December 09, 2021 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — Fewer daylight hours and a spike in deer activity during the fall months increase the chances of roadway crashes with the animals. Deer collisions become more common this time of year since peak breeding season takes place in November. A collision with...

AAA Texas: Lone Star State Leads in Number of People Killed Along Roadways Outside a Disabled Vehicle

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber December 08, 2021 Automotive, Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — AAA Texas calls on drivers in the Lone Star State to adhere to the statewide “Move Over or Slow Down” law which requires drivers to move over a lane or slow to 20 mph below the posted speed limit when approaching emergency vehicles, law enforcement, tow...

AAA Texas Reveals 2021’s Top Auto Insurance Claims

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber December 06, 2021 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — 2021 has been a costly year for many Texas motorists due to collisions, weather and distractions. While all automobile insurance claims are not avoidable, most are by driving defensively and following simple tips. In addition to reducing the risk of a...

AAA Texas: Improperly Transported Christmas Trees are Dangerous and Costly

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber November 29, 2021 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — Before you pick out that perfect live Christmas tree, AAA Texas reminds drivers to secure your tree properly as it is unsafe and illegal for items to fall from a vehicle while on the road. A survey by AAA of drivers who’ve transported live trees revealed...

AAA Texas Offers Tips To Avoid Crashes, Crimes, And Lockouts In Busy Parking Lots This Holiday Season

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber November 24, 2021 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — More shoppers, early sunsets, distractions and crooks can make parking lots risky places to be during the holiday season. AAA Texas is warning consumers about the increased hazards in parking lots and reminding shoppers to prevent locking themselves out...

AAA Texas: Thanksgiving Travel to Rebound Almost to Pre-Pandemic Levels

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber November 08, 2021 Automotive, Gas Prices, Transportation and Traffic Safety, Travel

Coppell, TX — Airports and roads may seem jam-packed this year as AAA predicts 53.4 million people to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, up 13 percent from 2020. This brings travel volumes within 5% of pre-pandemic levels in 2019, with air travel almost completely...

AAA Texas Recommends Drivers and Pedestrians Be Cautious as Daylight Saving Time Ends

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber November 04, 2021 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — U.S. daylight-saving time will end at 2 a.m. Sunday when clocks are set back one hour. With the time change and shorter daylight hours, AAA Texas reminds motorists that time change can cause disturbed sleep patterns in drivers, which combined with...

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