April 29th, 2009
Did you know that approximately 500 children between the ages of 4 and 7 are killed each year in automobile accidents? In addition, thousands more are injured when involved in these accidents. Yet, the Partners for Child Passenger Safety reports that only about 19% of children between these ages use booster seats. [...]
April 29th, 2009
Are you looking for an insurance policy that will provide you with worry-free coverage? If so, there are a few forms of optional coverage that you might want to consider adding to your policy if your budget allows. Although adding these extras will cause your insurance premiums to go up, the peace of [...]
April 29th, 2009
Did you know that filing for bankruptcy could potentially have an adverse effect your auto insurance rates? With the continually volatile economy, a growing number of individuals who never would have considered bankruptcy in the past are now finding themselves turning to bankruptcy lawyers to help get out of debt. Unfortunately, if you do file [...]
April 27th, 2009
If you love to travel, owning an RV may be one of the best decisions you ever make. By allowing you the freedom to get up and travel whenever and wherever you like, RV ownership can be a dream come true for the avid traveler. At the same time, it is important for you to [...]
April 24th, 2009
In this economy, stress is everywhere. From loss of jobs and income to loss of retirement and stocks, people driving in the U.S. are feeling the pressure of a struggling system. This stress can cause road rage to become an even higher risk for drivers every time you get behind the wheel.
Type in ‘Road Rage’ [...]
April 22nd, 2009
Thanks to the technological advancements that continue to take place every day, shopping for car insurance has never been easier. Rather than having to visit a variety of different insurance agencies or spending an afternoon calling all of the companies in your area, you can do all of your comparison shopping online. But, in addition [...]
April 21st, 2009
In the news: USAToday.com is reporting that Americans will see an increase in the cost of insurance, and specifically a 4% increase in a typical auto insurance policy this year. In a time when Americans could use a break, increased insurance abounds. Why?
According to the article, insurance providers use premiums and investments as a means [...]
April 20th, 2009
In a press release from PRWeb.com, certain Saturn owners have a victory in a legal battle regarding defective transmissions on two models of vehicles. From the press release:
The class consists of all persons who are residents of the United States and who purchased a new or used 2002, 2003, 2004 or 2005 model year Saturn [...]
April 17th, 2009
Are you feeling a bit nervous about your teenager getting behind the wheel? If you are like most parents, the thought of your child starting to drive can be a nerve-wracking experience – and for good reason. The unfortunate reality is that thousands of teenagers are involved in traffic-related accidents every year, many of which [...]
April 16th, 2009
Farmers Insurance Inc., a subsidiary of Zurich
Financial Services Group, is purchasing AIG’s Personal Auto Group for $1.9 Billion. Farmers will then sell the entities to Farmers Exchanges, who they manage but do not own. The sale should be completed by the third quarter this year, depending on regulatory approvals.
The good news for Farmers? They [...]
April 14th, 2009
PRWeb.com reports a new website, EcoSmartInsurance.com, is dedicated to helping consumers find ‘green’ auto insurance companies.
What do you think?
Is going green imperitive to your insurance company decision? From going paperless to mileage based policies, Eco Smart believes consumers should have choices when choosing an auto insurance company that is as ‘green’ as [...]
April 13th, 2009
AFC car finance has posted a press release entitled “Survival Kit Created To Keep Kids Calm In The Car”. It has some great information to help with long trips involving children, including:
1. Calming food (avoid the gas station junk)
2. Singing, playing ‘I Spy’ type games
3. Keep the windows down and the fresh air in the [...]
April 12th, 2009
Although riding a motorcycle is an exhilarating feeling and you may enjoy riding it everywhere you go when the weather conditions are right, motorcycles are also prime targets for thieves. After all, it is far easier to take off without being noticed when you are stealing a motorcycle than it is with a car. [...]
April 9th, 2009
When it comes to insurance for car coverage, there are many myths that automobile owners have to sort through. Unfortunately, some of the most popular insurance for car coverage myths have caused some consumers to make poor choices about their coverage as well as about the vehicles they purchase. Therefore, it is important to know [...]
April 9th, 2009
If you have ever been involved in an automobile accident, you probably had to work with an insurance claim adjuster. But, what exactly is an insurance claim adjustor and what can you expect when a claim adjustor comes to inspect your damaged vehicle?
Exploring the Job of the Insurance Claim Adjustor
The insurance claim adjustor is responsible [...]