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AAA Launches AAA ID Pack With Sprint

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AAA and wireless carrier Sprint have teamed to launch the AAA Member ID Pack providing instant access to AAA services and information. With a download, Sprint customers can now compare gas prices near home or on the road, call for roadside assistance, find AAA Approved hotels and restaurants, route a trip and so on, using select Sprint Android powered devices with the AAA Sprint ID Pack.

The AAA Sprint ID Pack includes a variety of AAA apps and web links for members who want to access AAA’s content, services and information on the go.

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