Cannabis is the third most commonly used substance in the United States, following nicotine and alcohol. This trend is not surprising, considering that some form of cannabis consumption is legal in 38 states—24 states allow recreational use, while 14...
St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate luck and good fortune, but AAA and the Portland Police Department wants to remind drivers that overindulging in alcohol can drastically lower their odds of staying safe.
Every year, alcohol-impaired driving casts...
According to AAA’s latest survey on autonomous vehicles, 13% of U.S. drivers would trust riding in self-driving vehicles – an increase from last year, when this number was 9%. Despite this slight increase, 6 in 10 U.S. drivers still report being afraid...
As people prepare to celebrate the New Year, AAA is urging drivers and passengers to be aware of the risks on the road during this holiday period, which consistently ranks as one of the deadliest for alcohol-related traffic fatalities.
According to the...
AAA projects 119.3 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home over the year-end holiday period* from Saturday, December 21 to Wednesday, January 1. This year’s domestic travel projection narrowly surpasses the previous record set in 2019 by...
As many New Englanders wake up to snow Thursday morning, AAA is urging motorists to be especially careful on their commute and throughout the day.
“Thursday’s morning’s predicted wintery mix will make for dangerous conditions on roadways,” said dan...
AAA projects 79.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period*. For the first time, AAA’s forecast includes the Tuesday before and the Monday after Thanksgiving Day to better capture the flow of...
What: Nationally and local experts visit New Hampshire to discuss impaired driving and traffic safety. Including two New Hampshire parents who lost children to impaired driving
Where: Grappone Conference Center
When: November 4th...
As Halloween approaches, AAA Northern New England 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...
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AAA's latest research found that new (2024) model vehicles with automatic emergency braking (AEB) avoided 100% of forward collisions when tested at speeds up to 35 mph, in comparison to old (2017 - 2018) model vehicles, which only avoided...
AAA Northern New England is a member club affiliated with the American Automobile Association (AAA) national federation and serves members in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
