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Black Friday Madness for Motorists Leads to Increased Calls for Lock-out Service to and Fender Benders, According to AAA

November 21, 2012

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — Auto Club Offers Tips to Avoid Common Holiday Parking Lot Pitfalls. As the National Retail Federation predicts that up to 147 million shoppers will take advantage of "Black Friday" deals this Friday and throughout the weekend.

Slight Increase in Thanksgiving Travel Expected for 2012, AAA Says

November 13, 2012 Travel

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — Holiday travel continues a slow, but steady climb from 2008 level with 43.6 million Americans expected to take Thanksgiving trips

AAA Tidewater Virginia and Hoffman Beverage Company Join Forces to Keep Drivers Safe this Holiday Season

October 30, 2012 Transportation and Traffic Safety

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — AAA Tidewater Virginia, in cooperation with Anheuser-Busch and Hoffman Beverage Co., will once again offer its Tow To Go service in the Hampton Roads community this holiday season. The goal of the program is to provide a safe alternative to drinking

AAA Offers Tips on Floodwater Damage to Your Vehicle

October 30, 2012 Automotive

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — A car damaged by floodwater should not be started until a thorough inspection and cleaning is performed, warns AAA. "In addition to the obvious damage done to upholstery and carpeting, flood water is a corrosive and abrasive mixture of water and dirt

Hurricane Sandy May Pull a Pre-Halloween Trick to Virginia

October 26, 2012 Transportation and Traffic Safety

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — AAA Advises motorists to exercise extreme caution on the roads and expect travel delays. After last year's rare October snowstorm affecting most of the Northeast which followed a hurricane and earthquake in the Commonwealth, one would think our area would be due for a treat this year.

October's Fuel Price Outlook Revealing a Decrease at the Pump

October 19, 2012 Gas Prices, Monthly Fuel Prices Report

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — October appears to be the start of some relief at the gas pumps after constant increase in prices over the summer. Finally, prices for gas have begun to decline. Today's national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $3.67.

AAA Reminds Motorists, It's Not Just a Bus Stop - It's a Must Stop!

October 17, 2012 Transportation and Traffic Safety

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — October 22nd marks the beginning of National School Bus Safety Week. AAA Tidewater Virginia reminds parents, students and other motorists to be extra careful around those big yellow school buses filled with students.

Motorists Prepare, with the Arrival of Winter Comes New Driving Conditions

October 01, 2012 Automotive

October is AAA Car Care Month to remind drivers that cars need seasonal checkups for worry-free driving as winter approaches. AAA cautions motorists that cars need seasonal checkups to maintain safety and maximize operational efficiency. Regular maintenance and seasonal checkups can also help prevent unexpected repair costs in the future.

Auto Computer Diagnosis - AAA Experts Explain How Repair Shops Find Problems

September 17, 2012 Automotive

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — Vehicle computer diagnosis combines test results with expert knowledge to help "cure" what ails your automobile. When your auto repair shop recommends a 'computer diagnosis' it sounds serious, and everyone knows that serious vehicle problems can lead to serious repair bills.

Safe Driving 'Prescription' for Silver Tsunami Seniors

September 12, 2012 Transportation and Traffic Safety

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — With eight out of 10 seniors taking medication AAA suggests tool to help keep older drivers safe. More than 80 percent of drivers age 65 and older regularly take medications, yet only half have talked to a medical professional about possible safety issues related to driving.

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Tidewater Automobile Association of Virginia

AAA Tidewater Virginia is a member club affiliated with the American Automobile Association (AAA) national federation and serves members in the Tidewater Virginia region (All Hampton Roads cities, including Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg; Virginia's Eastern Shore; as well as the following counties: Greensville, Surry, Brunswick, Isle of Wight, Gloucester, Lancaster, Middlesex, Richmond County, Southampton, Sussex, Mecklenburg, James City County, York, Lunenburg, Essex, King & Queen, Mathews, Northumberland, and Westmoreland).

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