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AAA: Rain Returns to Texas This Week — Are You and Your Vehicle Ready?

By Daniel Armbruster & Doug Shupe September 29, 2026 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — Heavy rain can quickly turn routine driving into a dangerous situation, reducing visibility, decreasing tire traction and creating the potential for flash flooding. AAA Texas is reminding motorists to adjust their driving habits during wet weather and,...

Free Dallas Teen Driver Safety Class Offers Parents Back-to-School Help — and Students Chance to Win Free iPad

August 13, 2026 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Dallas, TX — Free Dallas Teen Driver Safety Class Offers Parents Back-to-School Help — and Students Chance to Win Free...

Avoid a Real Scare This Halloween: AAA Texas Warns Drivers and Trick-or-Treaters to Stay Alert

By Daniel Armbruster & Doug Shupe October 17, 2025 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — As Halloween approaches, AAA Texas wants drivers, pedestrians and party hosts to think safety first.. Whether you're on the road, out trick-or-treating, or hosting a party, there are simple steps to avoid common holiday hazards. With Halloween falling on...

AAA Texas: Dark City Roads Deadliest for Pedestrians at Night

February 11, 2025 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals concerning trends in pedestrian fatalities in the U.S., which have risen by over 80% in the past 15 years after reaching a historic low in 2009. Interestingly, almost the entire increase in...

AAA Texas Urges Drivers to Stay Safe During Winter Weather Conditions

By Daniel Armbruster January 06, 2025 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — With winter weather expected in parts of Texas this week, AAA Texas advises drivers to stay updated on forecasts and delay trips during severe conditions. Follow all warnings and guidance from local authorities. Inform others of your route, destination,...

AAA Texas Urges Holiday Shoppers: Exercise Caution To Prevent Parking Lot Crashes, Theft

December 04, 2024 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — More shoppers, earlier sunsets, distractions, and thieves can make parking lots risky places to be during the holiday season. That is why AAA Texas reminds drivers about the hazards in parking lots this time of year and reminds shoppers to take simple...

AAA Texas Encourages Safe Celebrations This Halloween

By Daniel Armbruster & Doug Shupe October 23, 2024 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — As Halloween approaches, AAA Texas wants everyone to stay safe—drivers, pedestrians, party hosts, and homeowners alike. Whether you're on the road, out trick-or-treating, or hosting a party, there are simple steps to avoid common holiday hazards. With...

AAA Texas Emphasizes Caution For Drivers, Pedestrians And Bicyclists As School Year Begins

By Daniel Armbruster & Doug Shupe August 08, 2024 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — Texas students are returning to classes soon on foot, bicycles, as well as in cars and school buses. To prevent traffic-related injuries and fatalities to students, AAA Texas reminds drivers to slow down and stay alert in and around school zones as well...

AAA Texas Reminds Drivers to Take Precautions During Arctic Blast

By Daniel Armbruster & Doug Shupe January 12, 2024 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — As extreme cold weather approaches, AAA Texas reminds drivers that traveling in winter conditions can be challenging. During winter weather, drivers are encouraged to stay tuned to weather forecasts and delay trips when especially bad weather is...

AAA Texas/City of Dallas Judiciary Hold Teen Driver Safety Fair to Save Lives

By Daniel Armbruster April 15, 2023 Transportation and Traffic Safety

Coppell, TX — Car crashes are the second leading cause of death for teenagers. Today AAA Texas, City of Dallas Judiciary, and Parks and Recreation held a safety event to help families prepare for the difficult learning-to-drive process. The Teen Driver Safety Fair,...