We’ve all heard that about AAA memberships. One day you’re going to need it. The reality of a AAA membership is that it does include benefits, discounts and rewards that can help members every day. As a matter of fact, a simple $66 Classic Level membership can add up to hundreds of dollars in savings. …
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Roadside assistance calls to AAA often double, or triple, during winter weather, due to motorists spinning out on slick roads, flat tires, dead batteries and other breakdowns. Last winter, AAA responded to more than 312,000 roadside assistance calls. The most common calls were for tows, batteries and tires. Stay Ahead of Trouble Motorists can help …
Since 1902, AAA has rescued millions of motorists at the roadside, repaired and maintained millions of member vehicles and provided motorists and pedestrians alike with unprecedented safety, security and peace of mind. The methods by which AAA has delivered these services have certainly changed over the past 117 years, but they needed to evolve to …
Keep your battery case and brackets free of corrosion. If you see cracks or oozing at the top of your battery case, replace the battery. Corrosion and deposits interfere with the flow of electric current. Have your battery terminals and posts cleaned regularly by a trained technician. Inspect brackets. If they are heavily corroded, replace …
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AAA is the largest roadside assistance provider in North America, providing members with world-class service 24/7. This assistance is provided through an extensive network of club-owned fleets and independent service providers. AAA’s trained technicians make every attempt to get members back on the road before resorting to a tow. It is important to remember that …
Motorists can help prevent winter breakdowns and crashes simply by taking care of their cars, but AAA finds 62% of cars are behind schedule for routine maintenance services. This can lead to breakdowns and costly repairs. The following simple winter car care checklist can help save Ohioans time and money this winter. Winter Car Care …
Like people, car batteries age over time and have a set lifespan. Even in the best operating conditions, batteries gradually break down until they can’t power the engine. One key factor in battery life is heat, which causes the chemical reaction batteries use to create electricity. However, it also causes batteries to degrade faster. In …
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