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Auto Club: The Price of New Car Ownership Continues to Climb

September 06, 2024 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Automotive

This year's Your Driving Cost (YDC) study reveals that the total cost to own and operate a new vehicle is $12,297 or $1,024.71 monthly, an increase of $115 from 2023. The leading cost culprits for buyers are depreciation and finance charges. With...

Auto Club: Back On The Road, But Safer?

September 05, 2024 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Automotive

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety released its 2023 American Driving Survey, providing insights into U.S. daily driving trends after the initial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest survey reveals that overall driving patterns have rebounded...

The Auto Club of Southern California Reveals Top Travel Trends This Labor Day Weekend

August 19, 2024 Travel, Insurance & Consumer Tips

This year’s record-breaking, blockbuster summer travel season will end with many Americans exploring Alaska by cruise. According to AAA booking data, Seattle is the number one Labor Day weekend destination, up nearly 30% from last year when it also...

Auto Club Reminds Drivers About Pet Safety During End-of-Summer Road Trips, Launches Pet Supply Donation Drive With Los Angeles Dog Rescue Group

August 02, 2024 Travel, Insurance & Consumer Tips, Transportation and Traffic Safety, Automotive

As Southern Californians plan their final road trips for the summer and over Labor Day weekend, the Auto Club of Southern California reminds them to ensure their pet’s safety and well-being during a road trip. The Auto Club recommends drivers...

Auto Club Earns Recognition from J.D. Power Study For Highest Customer Satisfaction Among California Auto Insurers

June 26, 2024 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Corporate Information

The Auto Club of Southern California ranks highest in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Auto Insurance Study for overall customer satisfaction among auto insurers in the state, according to a recent announcement by the market research company.

AAA Survey Reveals Increased Consumer Interest In Hybrid Vehicles, Downturn In EV Popularity

June 12, 2024 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Automotive

The most recent annual consumer survey by AAA on Electric Vehicles (EVs) indicates a decline in consumer interest in purchasing EVs. Only 18% of U.S. adults say they would be "very likely" or "likely" to buy a new or used EV (not a hybrid) - down from...

Auto Club: SoCal Memorial Day Travel Expected To Continue Climbing Past Pre-Pandemic Levels

May 13, 2024 Travel, Insurance & Consumer Tips

The Automobile Club of Southern California expects 3.5 million p travel over this Memorial Day weekend, a 4.7% increase from 2023. This is a new record for travel for the holiday and the second year in a row that Memorial Day travel should exceed the previous record levels of 2019.eople will

2024 AAA Car Guide – EVs Reign Supreme

April 10, 2024 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Corporate Information, Automotive

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. Additionally, the SUV category was divided...

Hit The Brakes: Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking Isn’t Foolproof

February 16, 2024 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Automotive

Recent AAA research examined various simulated collisions across four popular 2023 model-year vehicles equipped with reverse automatic emergency braking (AEB) with rear cross traffic mitigation.

SoCal Rain Causes Widespread Property Damage; Auto Club Provides Tips To Help Motorists and Homeowners

February 13, 2024 Insurance & Consumer Tips, Automotive

Southern California’s recent heavy rainstorms have created many types of property damage that include flooded cars, home damage and potholes that can flatten tires and ruin car suspension components, according to the Automobile Club of Southern...

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