As people gather once again to celebrate the holidays, AAA is encouraging everyone to celebrate responsibly and drive sober as they journey back home and visit friends and family. “Impaired driving is a major traffic safety concern, especially during the holidays,” said Kimberly Schwind, senior manager in Public Affairs at AAA Ohio Auto Club. “As …
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The white-tailed deer is a typical sight in Ohio through much of the year. But when you’re driving, you may wish it wasn’t so common. According to the Highway Loss Data Institute, the number of insurance claims due to animal-vehicle collisions peaks each November. To keep yourself safe on the road and when the unexpected …
Roadside assistance calls to AAA often double, sometimes triple, during the winter months. This is due to motorists spinning out on slick roads, flat tires, dead batteries and other types of breakdowns. Stay Ahead of Trouble Motorists can help avoid winter breakdowns with preventative vehicle maintenance, including: Tires: Adequate pressure and tread depth are essential …
With winter on our doorstep, now is a good time to go over proper procedures and best practices for driving on ice and snow. We’ll hear from driving expert, Jim Earnshaw, who has more than 50 years of professional driving experience as a competitive driver. He’s also an instructor for several driving schools, including the …
As the days grow shorter and the weather grows colder, driving can become tricky, even for the most experienced drivers. According to AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety research, winter is the deadliest season on U.S. roads. To help keep you safe this winter, we’ve asked AAA Driver Education instructors to provide some insight on mistakes …
Holiday mishaps. We’ve seen them in movies and read about them in articles. Ladder falls, tree fires and homes decorated with enough lights to light up an airport runway are common themes. While they may seem comical, the reality is these are no laughing matters. Every year, Americans suffer damage to their homes, belongings and …
From holiday shopping, Black Friday deals, online promotions and more, the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for shoppers. This year, in the midst of COVID-19, shopping online for the holidays is expected to be even bigger than ever before. Unfortunately, the growing popularity of online shopping is also a …
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Are you looking to head out on the boat for the summer? Regardless if you’re operating a vessel for the first time or looking for a refresher on boat safety, we have you covered with some boat safety tips so you can enjoy yourself on the water. Don’t Drink and Boat Just like in your …
After months of staying at home, many are hitting the road again. Whether you’re just driving around town or planning a summer road trip, safe driving practices can help keep you and your family safe. A new study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety finds drivers who have been in at least one crash …
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More than two people are killed every day on U.S. roads by drivers running red lights, according to a new data analysis performed by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The most recent crash data available shows 939 people were killed in red-light running crashes in 2017 – a 10-year high and a 28% increase …
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