Auto Services

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and AAA reminding both drivers and bikers of key safety tips as motorcycle season shifts into gear. Read more 

Focused drivers save lives and prevent injuries. NHTSA reports that nearly 290,000 people were injured in traffic crashes involving distracted drivers in 2022 Read more 

Your car needs work - but finding a good, trustworthy car mechanic sometimes seems as challenging as fixing the car itself. Follow AAA's top five tips for snagging a great mechanic ASAP.  Read more 

AAA awards the 2023 All Electric Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC SUV with the overall top score for the 2024 Car Guide. This year, all category winners are either electric, plug-in electric hybrids or hybrids.  Read more 

Held in conjunction with Earth Day, the AAA Great Battery Roundup is designed to encourage motorists to take old automotive or marine lead-acid batteries to a local collection point where they can be safely recycled and formed into new batteries. AAA Western and Central New York is hosting a convenient program again this year. Read more 

You know the scenario: You're cruising down the road, enjoying the scenery, when BAM! Your vehicle hits a hidden pothole, sending a jolt through your entire body and possibly damaging your car. Read more 

Drivers should not solely rely on advanced driving systems to prevent collisions, but instead use them to enhance their awareness of their surroundings and support safe driving. Read more 

AAA Mobile Battery Service will come to your home or office, test your battery, and – if necessary – replace it right there on the spot. No extra appointment needed! Read more 

If you are trying to figure out how to get unstuck from snow, these tips and tricks can help you get your car free in no time. Read more 

Running out of gas can damage your car’s fuel system, which can lead to hundreds of dollars in repair costs. Read more 

Auto maintenance can be daunting, even when it comes to something as seemingly basic as motor oil. But all it takes is your owner’s manual and an understanding of some easy-to-learn symbols and numbers printed on the engine oil packaging. Read more 

AAA Western and Central New York recognized more than 40 Approved Auto Repair (AAR) facilities in 2023 for earning customer satisfaction scores of 90% or better in 2022. The annual "Top Shop" Award program distinguishes local, professional automotive facilities that have met AAA’s stringent customer service guidelines. Read more 

What better way to kick off a brand new chapter than with a new car? At AAA, we understand that a car is a significant investment, and that's why we're here to make your dream a reality with exceptional auto loan options. Read more 

As the automotive landscape evolves and electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly prominent, AAA remains your trusted navigator, ready to guide you into the future of driving. Learn about the valuable resources and tools that AAA is extending to EV owners. Read more 

A new report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety identifies six types of drivers by analyzing risky driving behaviors. The most common dangerous behaviors were speeding, distracted driving, and aggressive driving.  Read more 

Winter driving is a lot like going to the dentist: it can be scary, you’ll do anything to avoid it, and sometimes there’s no escaping it. But just like brushing and flossing, there are preventative measures you can take to make winter driving less painful – and safer. Read more 

Winter driving in New York State comes with a unique set of laws and regulations to ensure the safety of motorists during the cold and snowy months. Understanding these regulations is important for all drivers. Read more 

You know the routine this time of year: Shorter days, less daylight and longer periods of darkness through the winter. This is also the part of the year where we rely the most on our car's headlights. But are our headlights giving us a clear enough view on dark roads?  Read more 

In recent decades, keeping track of your tire pressure has become a more automated task through TPMS. A study by AAA found that TPMS are generally reliable, but these systems can have limitations that not everyone is aware of.  Read more 

As you jump in the car to take an effortless trip to the grocery store, you probably don’t think about what powers your battery. It’s only when you are late for work and hurriedly jump into the driver seat, turn the key, and hear the ominous click-click-click that you wonder, “What went wrong?” Read more 

With the arrival of Car Care Month, there's no better time to focus on one of the most critical components of your vehicle: the battery.  Read more 

We've all been there – you're rushing to get somewhere important, and your car suddenly refuses to start. The dreaded dead battery scenario can turn a perfectly good day into a frustrating ordeal.  Read more 

Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are the eyes and ears of your car. They use sensors and cameras to detect potential hazards, warn drivers, and can take corrective action automatically. These safety systems are common on new vehicles, and they have the potential to save millions of lives by preventing crashes. Read more 

The teenage years are an exciting time of growth and self-discovery. It’s the period in life when many of us first start driving, and as a teenage driver, I have recently learned about the exhilaration and responsibility that come with driving. Read more 

Have you shared the road with an aggressive driver before? It can be an unsettling experience, but it’s all too common. Read more