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AAA Texas: Lone Star State Has Cheapest Gas Prices Heading into Major Holiday Travel Week

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber December 16, 2021 Gas Prices, Monthly Fuel Prices Report, Weekly Fuel Prices Report

Coppell, TX — The statewide gas price average in Texas is $2.91 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is two cents less than from this day last week and is $1.01 more per gallon compared to this day last year....

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: Gas Prices Falling; Crude Oil Prices Fluctuate Amid Concerns Over Omicron Variant

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber December 09, 2021 Gas Prices, Monthly Fuel Prices Report, Weekly Fuel Prices Report

Coppell, TX — The statewide gas price average in Texas is $2.93 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is four cents less than from this day last week and is $1.07 more per gallon compared to this day last year....

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: Gas Prices Drop as Demand Falls, Crude Oil Prices Tumble

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber December 02, 2021 Gas Prices, Monthly Fuel Prices Report, Weekly Fuel Prices Report

Coppell, TX — The statewide gas price average in Texas is $2.97 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is two cents less than on this day last week and is $1.13 more per gallon compared to this day last year. Of...

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: How to Prepare Your Vehicle for a Thanksgiving Road Trip

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber November 23, 2021 Automotive

Coppell, TX — AAA Texas projects travel volume this Thanksgiving holiday period to rebound to almost pre-pandemic levels. Most people will travel by vehicle, and even the best laid plans can hit a few bumps in the road. In fact, AAA Texas expects to rescue about...

AAA Texas: Statewide Thanksgiving Gas Price Average Highest in Eight Years; More Expensive Gas Not Expected to Deter Holiday Travel

By Daniel Armbruster & Joshua Zuber November 23, 2021 Gas Prices, Monthly Fuel Prices Report, Weekly Fuel Prices Report

Coppell, TX — The statewide gas price average in Texas is $3.00 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is five cents less than from this day last week and is $1.21 more per gallon compared to this day last year....