Traffic Safety

AAA reminds teen drivers to make a PROMise about safe driving
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
It’s prom season across Western and Central New York, which means more teen drivers will be out and about. Read more 
Fatal Motorcycle Crashes Continue to Rise
•Valerie Puma•Traffic Safety
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York is reminding both drivers and bikers of key Read more 
New AAA research examines the effectiveness of smartphone-blocking tech to curb driver distraction
•Mark Gruba•Traffic Safety
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving contributes to approximately 9 Read more 
AAA Urges Drives to Slow Down, Move Over
•Valerie Puma•Traffic Safety
National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) runs from April 21-25, 2025. Read more 
New AAA research finds that app-based interventions may curb risky driving behaviors
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
In 2023, over 40,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes in the United States, fueled by risky behaviors like speeding, i Read more 
Drivers encouraged to pledge to be distraction free in April and beyond
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York encourages drivers to pledge to Read more 
New AAA research explores messaging strategies to promote safer choices
•Valerie Puma•Traffic Safety
Cannabis is the third most commonly used substance in the United States, following nicotine and alcohol. Read more 
Pothole Season is Here
•Valerie Puma•Traffic Safety
It’s pothole season in Western and Central New York! Read more 
AAA recommends proper rest as Daylight Saving Time arrives Sunday
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
It’s time to “spring forward” and set clocks ahead one hour beginning Sunday, March 9 at 2:00 a.m. Read more 
Drivers say they want better vehicle safety systems over self-driving cars
•Valerie Puma•Traffic Safety
According to AAA’s latest survey on autonomous vehicles, 13% of U.S. Read more 
New research finds fatalities occur disproportionately in socially and economically disadvantaged neighborhoods
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals concerning trends Read more 
AAA reports uptick in dead batteries
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
A blast of winter weather continues to hit Western and Central New York. Read more 
AAA urges the public to ring in 2025 safely
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
AAA Western and Central New York encourages motorists to be extra vigilant this holiday season and to celebrate responsibl Read more 
AAA has important safety tips to help everyone remain safe on the roads
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Read more 
AAA shares tips to keep the holidays merry and bright
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
While the holidays are typically a time of joy and cheer, preparing for them can be stressful and overwhelming. Read more 
AAA adds TireJECT to list of essential items
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
AAA is expecting a record number of travelers to hit the road for the year-end holidays, and road trippers are urged to pr Read more 
AAA offers advice to homeowners and motorists amid winter winds
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
A mix of wintry weather is impacting the Buffalo region and North Country. AAA is experiencing high call volume. Read more 
AAA survey finds “most dangerous” drivers on the road more frequently
•Mark Gruba•Traffic Safety
In 2023, nearly 41,000 people were killed in U.S. Read more 
AAA promotes mobility and independence for older drivers
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (December 2-6, 2024) is underway. Read more 
AAA offers travel tips for Thanksgiving
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
Thanksgiving travel is expected to set a new record with AAA predicting nearly 80 million travelers will head 50 miles or  Read more 
Drivers can damage vehicles with improperly secured trees
•Mark Gruba•Traffic Safety
Millions of Americans will flock to tree lots across the country in search of the perfect Christmas tree in coming weeks. Read more 
AAA Shares Tips to Keep the Holidays Merry and Bright
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
While the holidays are typically a time of joy and cheer, preparing for them can be stressful and overwhelming. Read more 
AAA reminds drivers to Slow Down, Move Over
•Elizabeth Carey•Traffic Safety
Crash Responder Safety Week is being recognized November 18 – 22, 2024. Read more 
AAA Shares Advice for Drowsy Driving Prevention Week
•Valerie Puma•Traffic Safety
November 3-9, 2024 is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. Read more 
New AAA Survey – The Importance of Wearing Your Eyewear When Driving
•Valerie Puma•Traffic Safety
With daylight saving time ending Sunday, November 3 at 1:00 a.m., Americans will “fall back” and set their clocks back one Read more