Traffic Safety

The heat of summer is here, and this weekend is expected to be another hot one. Read more 

Nearly half of the drivers surveyed said they used one or more potentially impairing medications in the past 30 days, acco Read more 

AAA Western and Central New York is pleased to announce its Drivers of the Year based on accomplishments from the 2021 cal Read more 

This Memorial Day weekend AAA expects nearly 35 million motorists to hit the road for a holiday trip of 50 miles or more. AAA expects to respond to 388,000 of those vehicles broken down on the roadside, putting roadside workers and vehicle occupants in grave danger.  Read more 

The “100 Deadliest Days” is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal teen crashes increase dramatically. Nationwide, 7,124 people died in teen driver-related summertime crashes over a ten-year period from 2011 to 2020.  Read more 

Spring is a time to dust off bicycles and get out and about! May is Bike Safety Month in the United States. Read more 

In AAA's latest survey of attitudes about automated vehicles, drivers overwhelmingly want automakers to improve the perfor Read more 

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York is reminding both drivers and bikers of key safety tips as the weather warms up. Many motorcyclists will choose to ride free on the open road as the forecast calls for sunny skies, and AAA also wants to see safer roads in the future. Read more 

AAA Western and Central New York’s Licensed to Learn (LTL) Program, which includes both classroom and in-car driving instruction for new drivers, is now available virtually! Read more 

Owners of new vehicles equipped with driving assistance technology may understand it better after six months of use, but the depth of their knowledge is limited. Read more 

As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the country, it led to fewer drivers on the roads and a significant reduction in the number of miles driven.  Read more 

Are you ready to drive in the snow? Is your car? Read more 

Winter weather is in the forecast, and AAA has tips to keep everyone safe on the roads. About 46 percent of crashes involving bad weather take place in the winter, making this the worst time of year for driving in treacherous conditions. Read more 

AAA Western and Central New York encourages motorists to be extra vigilant this holiday season and to celebrate New Year’s Eve responsibly.  Read more 

While the holidays are a time of joy and cheer, getting ready for them can be stressful and overwhelming – especially if you’re rushing.  Read more 

Darkness seems to set in so early every evening at this time of year!  Read more 

AAA Western and Central New York wants to remind drivers to have a plan in place to get home safely after a night of festivities this holiday season. Read more 

AAA research shows that daily exercise and stretching can help older drivers to improve overall body flexibility and move more freely to observe the road.  Read more 

Don’t let the stress of today’s society impact you when driving your vehicle. Read more 

If not properly secured, a tree can cause vehicle damage, or even worse, it could fly off or out of the vehicle and become a danger to other drivers.  Read more 

AAA is warning motorists to buckle up, be extra cautious on the roads, and scan for deer and other animals.  Read more 

Crash Responder Safety Week is underway, running November 8 – 14, 2021.  Read more 

One year has passed since New York’s rear seat belt law went into effect, AAA researchers examined data to see if the law is changing any behavior. Good news – it has!  Read more 

November 7-14, 2021 is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, and AAA has advice for motorists to avoid the dangerous habit.  Read more 

An earlier sunset and darkness can lead to an increase in the number of pedestrians killed or seriously injured by vehicles. AAA has tips for both motorists and pedestrians to help everyone stay safe. Read more