Brian O'Connell

While lots of companies are working towards self-driving cars, like Audi and Google, few have thought about many of the drastic effects they will bring to society at large. While auditory processing has become quite easy for computers to do, visual processing is much more calculation intensive, which is why it is a hot frontier in modern computing as computer […]

Why are Pickup Trucks More Expensive to Insurance? Pickup trucks are a popular choice for many drivers due to their durability, utility, and power. However, they often come with higher insurance rates than sedans and SUVs. If you’re a pickup truck owner or considering purchasing one, understanding the factors that contribute to increased premiums can […]

By Craig Guillot Autonomous vehicles may be susceptible to occasional crashes, but those crashes tend to be less severe and are usually the fault of human drivers running into them. A recent study found self-driving vehicles have lower crash rates than cars driven by humans. Researchers say there isn’t enough data to produce conclusive results […]

By Aaron Crowe Going to an auto mechanic shouldn’t be complicated. After all, you’re just taking your car in to be repaired, and fixing it should be easy and straightforward, right?Sometimes it is. But during those times when the mechanic is trying to explain what’s wrong and how much more it will cost than what […]

By Aaron CroweThe poor economy is causing more people to keep their old cars longer, which could lead to more trips to an auto shop. Those bills can get expensive, but repair costs can be cut if you’re willing to spend some time and effort shopping for parts for your car.That can include going to […]

By Aaron Crowe Whether driving to Mexico for a weekend trip to the beach, an extended holiday trip to see family, or a six-month winter stay in retirement, having auto insurance specifically for driving in Mexico is mandatory. Navigating the country’s insurance laws can be difficult, but it basically comes down to two things you’ll […]

 It may be infuriating — and expensive — to get a traffic ticket, but if you are diligent there may be hope for you even after the officer hands you a citation.That is because, according to motorist advocates, if you do a little homework and fight your ticket, you can often get that ticket reduced […]

By Aaron Crowe Knowing if your car needs more than basic liability insurance can be as simple as knowing how old your car is.One rule of thumb is that if you drive an old car and it’s paid for, you don’t need much more than liability insurance, which costs less than comprehensive coverage. But it […]

By Aaron CroweBuying a car can be a teenager’s first major purchase on their own, vaulting them into the adult world of loan payments and mechanic bills.Preparing for that first car can require a lot more than taking driver’s ed classes and driving mom to the grocery store. Choosing a car, buying insurance and figuring […]

By Aaron CroweSome days, luck isn’t on your side. Everyone can have an “off day,” as Allstate Insurance points out in an ad selling its “accident forgiveness” policies.Allstate, Nationwide, Progressive, State Farm, GEICO and other major insurance carriers offer an insurance add-on called “accident forgiveness” to their best customers that doesn’t raise their rates if […]

By Aaron CroweResearching new car prices online is easy when you want to buy a car. The hard part is negotiating the best deal.There are some tricks of the trade that car salespeople know work better than others. We rounded up some of those tips from salespeople and people who buy a lot of cars, […]

Acura Although Acura is the luxury vehicle marque of Honda, it still sits on the less expensive side when it comes to car insurance. The Acura brand was launched in the United States in 1986 and it quickly inspired other Japanese automakers to create their own luxury lines, such as Toyota’s Lexus and Nissan’s Infiniti. […]