8 Reasons Why AAA Mobile Is Your Go-To Road Trip App

From planning your route to saving money on gas.


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Your phone is a vital road trip companion. It’s your guide, your entertainment and your peace of mind. And it isn’t complete without the free AAA Mobile app, which offers access to many of the great features that come with your membership. Here are eight ways AAA Mobile is a must-have road trip app.

1. Plan your route.

Use the AAA TripTik Travel Planner and AAA Travel Guides to get directions, avoid construction delays and research top travel destinations. Add route intervals and stops such as restaurants and hotels, or opt for more scenic roads, then save, share and print your route. Need some inspiration? Looks for Recommended Road Trips in the app or visit AAA.com/RoadTrips.

2. Get help easily.

You can summon AAA Roadside Assistance wherever you are with just a few taps
of your finger.¹ Tell us about the problem with your vehicle and where you are, and get alerts when help is on the way.

3. Save on gas.

This road trip app can help you locate gas stations, find the cheapest gas prices near you and save 5¢ per gallon at Shell stations when you sign up for the Fuel Rewards Program. Terms apply.2 The app can even point you to nearby electric vehicle charging stations.

4. Enjoy peace of mind.

Easily access your membership card on your phone and never dig through your wallet or purse for it again. You may need to show your digital card to get a hotel or restaurant discount, for example.

5. Track severe weather.

Rough weather where you’re headed? Sign up for weather alerts through this road trip app, enter your destination and waypoints on your route, and get weather alerts by email for those areas.

6. Improve your driving.

Become a better driver and challenge family members to do the same. Monitor your speed, how smoothly you drive, time between breaks and more.

7. Plan lodging and dining.

Find great hotels and restaurants along your route. Filter by AAA Diamond designation, price, Best of Housekeeping (hotels in the top 25% for cleanliness and condition) and more; then book hotels right from your phone. Only hotels and restaurants that pass AAA’s in-person professional inspection get a Diamond designation. For more information, visit AAA.com/Diamonds.

8. Find a dependable mechanic.

AAA Mobile is a great road trip app for your car, too, whether you need to get it ready to roll or encounter problems along your route. Locate a nearby AAA Approved Auto Repair facility, where members receive 10% off labor (up to $50) on regular-priced services and get 24,000-mile/24-month warranties and guarantees on work performed.4

Getting AAA Mobile is as easy 1, 2, 3

1. On your phone, go to AAA.com/Mobile.


For more information, visit AAA.com/Mobile. Offers and participating retailers are subject to change at any time. Restrictions may apply. Be sure to show your valid AAA Membership Card before you make your purchase, as retailers and AAA cannot honor discounts after the sale. Discounts and savings opportunities subject to eligibility requirements. See AAA.com/Save for more details.

1Visit AAA.com/RoadsideAssistance for details.
2Visit AAA.com/Shell for details.
3Standard text messaging rates apply. You must enroll to receive benefits.
4Visit AAA.com/AutoRepair for details.

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