Orlando, Fla. (April 19, 2022) — With the official start to summer just six weeks away, AAA wants travelers to know if they’re planning a Memorial Day getaway, start now if you haven’t already. AAA Travel booking data shows that reservations for flights, rental cars, cruises and hotels for Memorial Day are up 122% over last year. “We saw a notable increase in our travel bookings in early spring, which is a strong indication of what to expect for summer,” said Paula Twidale, senior vice president, AAA Travel.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 19, 2022) — So far this year, flight cancellations, wintery weather and the COVID-19 omicron variant have all combined to create the perfect storm for travelers. However, AAA’s travel advice makes it possible to travel in the pandemic without losing your mind or your money. What to Know Before Traveling in 2022 Anticipate the expenses associated with delays and cancelations including the possibility of having to stay longer if stranded.

Did you know, an average of 23 tow operators are killed at the roadside every year, with one service provider on average being killed in the line of duty every other week? A contributing factor to this tragic statistic is that fewer than 30% of Americans know about laws requiring motorists to slow down and move over when approaching vehicles stopped on the roadside. Saturday, October 17, is National Move Over Awareness Day and an excellent opportunity to raise awareness about and adherence to Slow Down Move Over Laws.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN. (June 29, 2020) – This summer, AAA forecasts Americans will take 700 million trips based on economic indicators and state re-openings. That number is down nearly 15% compared to last July through September and is the first decline in summer travel since 2009. AAA booking trends show Americans are making travel plans, though cautiously and more spur of the moment.   

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (April 20, 2020) – In an effort to give back to those on the frontlines fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, AAA is now offering free AAA Roadside Assistance to all healthcare workers and first responders in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. This is a joint partnership program between AAA Minneapolis and AAA-The Auto Club Group. Healthcare workers and first responders in Minneapolis and St.

ST. LOUIS PARK (September 20, 2017) – Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death and injury among children. Fortunately, there is something parents can do. Proper use and installation of a car seat can reduce the risk of injury by over 71%. To promote car seat safety, AAA Minneapolis is having a car seat recycling event. It will take place on Saturday, September 23rd from 10am – 4pm at the AAA Minneapolis St. Louis Park headquarters, in the upper parking lot. “Most people don’t know that car seats have an expiration date.