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September Is Life Insurance Awareness Month

September is Life Insurance Awareness month, and AAA Western and Central New York has important insurance tips to assist consumers. Life insurance needs change based on major life events, so it’s important to review coverage regularly. Here are AAA’s five most important tips to ensure policy owners keep up with their ever-changing needs. […]

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AAA: Gas Prices Up Two Cents

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.83, up two cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.72. The New York State average is $3.89, no change from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.90. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages: […]

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Fall Motorcycle Safety Tips For Bikers And Drivers

This summer, motorcycle crashes have been reported across the region, including major cities like Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse. Such tragedies have left many families and communities in mourning. As an advocate for traffic safety, AAA hopes to reduce crashes and keep the final weeks of motorcycle season safe for all roadway users. […]

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Football Fans Head To The Meadowlands With AAA

The start of the NFL season is underway, and football fever is clearly on the rise! AAA Western and Central New York is hosting a trip for Buffalo fans to cheer on the team on the road for the season opener. More than 40 fans have space reserved on the motorcoach that departs early Sunday morning from three locations in Western and Central New York. […]

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School’s Open, Drive Carefully – A Life Saving Message For 77 Years AAA And Local Law Enforcement Agencies Partner On Safety

AAA Western and Central New York, along with law enforcement, has kicked off its annual “School’s Open, Drive Carefully” campaign as back-to-school season gets underway. With school buses back on the roads, commuters should give themselves extra time and be prepared for bus traffic. Motorists should also be cognizant of less-experiencedmstudents drivers returning to high school and college.
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Annual New Car Ownership Costs Boil Over $12K

AAA’s Your Driving Costs (YDC) has been a reliable data source for the expenses associated with owning and operating a brand-new vehicle for more than seven decades. Based on the latest figures, the average cost of owning and operating a new vehicle in 2023 has increased significantly, with an annual expense of $12,182 or a monthly cost of $1,015. This is a sharp increase from 2022 when the average yearly cost was only $10,728, or $894 monthly. […]

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National Gas Prices Increase Slightly

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.87, 2 cents higher than last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.90. The New York State average is $3.92, no change from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $4.25. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:
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Gas Prices Appear To Stabilize

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.85, 2 cents higher than last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.96. The New York State average is $3.92, up 2 cents from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $4.35. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages: […]

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Travel Scam Warning

It has been a busy summer for travel, and unfortunately, that strong interest has also attracted criminals who are looking to take advantage of others. AAA strongly urges travelers to use reputable services for their travel needs, and to be on alert for potential scams. […]