Pam Mandel

Contributing Writer, Via
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Pam Mandel is a freelance writer with nearly 20 years of experience. She lives in Seattle, Washington. She plays the ukulele and will go out of her way to eat good cake.

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Articles by Pam Mandel

A fire truck stopped in San Francisco.

Protect first responders and avoid an expensive ticket.

A woman yawns while driving.

Being tired behind the wheel can increase your risk of a crash.

SUV parked on the side of a snowy road.

Snow and ice can be challenging so preparation is key.

A driver charges his electric Kia at an Electrify America charging station.

Here’s what is ahead in the electric car market.

AAA Member on a beach vacation with her dog.

From mountain towns to beach-side getaways, explore these dog-friendly spots.

a smiling couple puts their Christmas tree into their hatchback vehicle with snow blowing outside

Tips for getting your fresh tree home safely.

AAA Member uses the AAA mobile app to request battery testing

A routine yearly battery check can keep your engine running.

Cars drive on the highway in the Sierra Nevada.

Learn how to pick and use the best winter weather traction device for your vehicle.

A mom walks young kids to school.

How to do your part to keep kids safe on the road.

a black SUV pulls into a home garage.

And what to do if you don’t have a garage.

A driver fills front tire with air.

Give your tires a monthly checkup to ensure they stay up to standard.

A dad and his son shop for a car.

Here's how to find a car everyone will agree on.

A family gathers around the table.

Having a plan, and communicating it with your family, makes a difference when disaster strikes.

A couple watch a sunset from a roadside overlook.

AAA's TripTik makes it easy to see the latest Covid-19 information when planning your route.