Car

If disaster strikes, you may only have a few minutes to gather your loved ones and important items before leaving your home. Create an emergency kit that you can easily grab if you have to evacuate. Read more 

As the days grow shorter and autumn leaves begin to fall, it’s not only the perfect time to pull out your favorite scarf, but also a great time to make sure your car is ready for the chilly weather that lies ahead. Read more 

As temperatures rise, it's crucial to be aware of the dangers associated with hot weather, especially when it comes to vehicles. This guide provides important information and tips to keep you, your loved ones, and your car safe during hot weather. Read more 

It's the dilemma all motorcyclists face: The exchange between the freedom of the open road and the specific safety precautions necessary to operate a motorcycle safely. Read more 

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 

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 

Whether you're preparing for your next road trip or the next season, it's a good idea to take inventory of the items in your car emergency kit. 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 

If not properly secured, a tree can cause vehicle damage such as scratched paint, torn door seals or distorted window frames. Even worse, it could fly off or out of the vehicle and become a danger to other drivers. Read more 

Finding a deal at the pump isn’t the only thing you can do to bring your car fuel bill down.  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 

Are you ready to give your ride that “new car” feel? You can add a “new car” air freshener to help with the effect, but that will only get you so car! If you really want your car to feel fresh, you have to maintain your car’s carpet and upholstery.  Read more 

Summer weather is on its way, bringing with it high temperatures and intense sunlight that can damage the exterior and interior of your car. Take these steps to protect your car all summer long. Read more 

Hailstorms often strike with little warning and typically last for about five minutes. Most hailstones are about the size of a pea or marble, but they can get as large as a softball. Hailstones—frozen pellets of rain—can cause major damage to your vehicle and windows. Read more 

Twenty four percent of weather-related crashes occur on snowy, slushy, or icy roads. AAA Western and Central New York wants to prepare drivers with winter driving tips to keep everyone safe on the road during this storm.  Read more 

Batteries, like tires, have a life expectancy  ̶  typically three to five years in our area. Although all batteries will fail eventually, there are some things that you can do to prolong a battery’s life. Read more 

Drivers should know the safety rules for dealing with winter road emergencies. AAA urges caution while driving in adverse weather. If necessary, stay home.  Read more 

Freeing your vehicle of snow and ice might seem like a straightforward enough task, but the process contains plenty of pitfalls. Plus, if you do it incorrectly you can damage your car. Here’s how to get the job done correctly. Read more 

It's back to school season, which means the summer is coming to an end. However, that doesn't mean that hot temperatures, and hot cars, are a thing of the past.  Read more 

New vehicle shoppers primarily want two things in their next ride – better fuel efficiency and more driver assist safety features. Read more 

When it comes to car air purification and the coronavirus, Kelly Blue Book points out that the virus particulates that spread coronavirus are often too small for a car air filter to catch: Read more 

Even the most experienced drivers can get themselves stuck in the snow. Nobody wants to rough it in the snow to free a car, but you can minimize your efforts and save your energy by taking these smart steps. Read more 

Freezing temperatures are a frequent killer of car batteries, leaving you shivering in the driver’s seat. But is winter weather the catalyst for a dead battery?  Read more 

Is your car due for battery trouble this summer?  Several factors come together during the summer months that put your battery through stresses that could lead to failure.   Read more