iPhone App Helps Ease Stress of Car Crashes

- By Matt Skryja, American Automobile Association

Being involved in a traffic crash can be traumatic, even if no one is hurt. AAA has launched a free mobile application that can help ease some of that stress. The AAA Insurance app for the iPhone and iPad walks drivers through the post-traffic crash process of collecting information, photos and even requesting a tow truck. 

“There are a lot of things to do and information to collect following a collision that can seem overwhelming when combined with the stress of a car crash,” said AAA Northern California spokesperson Matt Skryja. “The AAA Insurance app provides step-by-step instructions on what information you should gather, including photos. It also helps you request a tow truck.”

You do not need to be a AAA Insurance customer in order to use the app.

The AAA Insurance app provides AAA’s recommended steps on what to do immediately after a traffic collision. It also helps a driver gather important information about the crash that’s helpful in order to submit an insurance claim, such as: 

• Taking photos of the crash scene and damage to the vehicles and property
• Documenting vehicle models and people involved in the crash
• Documenting the location of the crash
• Identifying damage to vehicles by making a few taps on your phone
• Documenting witnesses and police report details

With one touch, the app helps AAA Insurance policyholders call police and emergency services, AAA Emergency Roadside Assistance for a tow, or the AAA Insurance claims department.

The app allows users to store AAA insurance company contact information, their policy number, and drivers and vehicles on the policy. This information can be protected with a password.

Additionally, users can view a summary of the traffic crash details and email a report straight from their iPhone. 

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