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Oil prices drop to August 2021 levels

Gas Prices Drop as Oil Prices Fall

Oil prices drop to August 2021 levels

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.44, down 3 cents since last Monday. One year ago, the price was $4.26. The New York State average is $3.44, down 2 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $4.37. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages: Read more

Insurance

AAA offers tips on protecting your plumbing when the mercury drops

Protect Your Pipes from the Deep Freeze

With the ongoing cold snap, AAA Insurance is seeing an increase in claims for home damage from bursting frozen pipes, whic Read more

AAA offers tips to keep your household safe over the holidays

Don't Get Burned by a Holiday Fire

‘Tis the season to be jolly. Read more

AAA offers insurance tips for seasonal accidents

You Better Watch Out: Insuring Against Holiday Mishaps

The holidays may be the most wonderful time of the year, but many serious household accidents occur in December. Read more

Automotive

AAA advises motorists to beware of battery issues

February 18th is National Battery Day

National Battery Day is recognized annually on February 18. Read more

Vehicle repairs from pothole damage hurt the car and the wallet

AAA: Early Pothole Season Expected

Pothole season is expected to make an early debut in Western and Central New York this year. Read more

Timely maintenance matters

AAA Reminds Vehicle Owners to Prepare for Fall

AAA received over 27 million emergency roadside service calls across the United States in 2024. Read more

Automotive News

Gas Prices

Conflict in Iran disrupts oil exports, sends prices soaring

Gas Prices Rise Sharply

The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.48, up 48 cents from last Monday. Read more

Conflict in Iran could disrupt oil exports, cause gas prices to spike domestically

Seasonal Shift Toward Rising Gas Prices Coming Soon

The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.00, up six cents from last Monday. Read more

Local pump prices have seen little to no change since last week

Pump Prices Holding Steady

The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.94, up one cent from last Monday. Read more

Traffic Safety

AAA recommends proper rest as Daylight Saving Time arrives Sunday

Daylight Saving Time Begins, Don’t Drive Drowsy

It’s time to “spring forward” and set clocks ahead one hour beginning Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 a.m. Read more

Partnership provides driver education to participants in a workforce readiness program

20 Northland Students Get Behind the Wheel with AAA

AAA Western and Central New York is pleased to announce a partnership with Northland Workforce Training Center (NWTC) to p Read more

AAA hopeful stronger penalties will improve road safety

Bad Drivers Will Face Increased Points for Serious Violations

New and increased point values for serious driving infractions will take effect in New York beginning Monday, February 16, Read more

Traffic Safety News

Travel

Cruises prove to be popular vacation option for families on school break

AAA: Families Set Sail Over February Break

The booming cruise industry has families saying ‘Bon Voyage’ as they set sail for mid-winter break, which kicks off on Pre Read more

Gen Z and Millennials most likely to travel for birthdays, weddings, and special events

AAA and Bread Financial Survey: 76% of Travelers Planning Milestone Trips in 2026

A new study from AAA and Bread Fina Read more

AAA urges travelers to plan ahead with vacation time this year

National Plan for Vacation Day is January 27

National Plan for Vacation Day (NPVD) is Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Read more