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Car thefts have evolved over time. Most people think that car theft involves a thief bashing out a window or hot wiring a car. Now, thieves are using technology as a way to steal cars. Most people would be surprised to know that the most stolen car in the United States is not a fancy […]

Who says hybrid cars can’t be fast and sexy?  Certainly not Volkswagen, whose hybrid Jetta just set the world record at the Bonneville Salt Flats after hitting 185.394 miles per hour.  The previous record of 167 mph was held by Porsche’s Panamera S Hybrid.  Toyota also made a bid for the world record, but topped […]

Car insurance fraud scams are on the rise. In the city of New Orleans, three veteran police officers were recently involved in a car insurance fraud scam. Most people would think that those who are assigned to serve and protect the city’s residents would never become a criminal themselves but sadly even police officers can […]

Teen drivers are dangerous due to many factors. Inexperience, risky behavior and being easily distracted are just a few reasons they are involved in four times more accidents than adult drivers. While texting and phone calls are a big distraction, there are other dangers. Recent reports have shown that teen passengers are just as dangerous […]

Just how many airbags does a car actually need? There is no perfect answer to that question but carmakers are stuffing as many airbags as possible into today’s cars. The big question is do more airbags really make a car safer? There is not doubt that airbags help save lives and minimize injuries in the […]

You would think paying well over $50,000 for a new car would also mean you have the safest. Even with the advancement of the automobile, especially the milestones achieved in vehicle safety, you don’t always get what you paid for. A 2012 Mercedes Benz C class base price is around $35,000. This vehicle performed poorly […]

A major problem in the United States right now is how to get everyone to get car insurance. A new poll has found that approximately one out of every seven drivers on the road today is not properly insured. Drivers need to be proactive and protect themselves because following in line and being uninsured like […]

There are few things worse than getting into a car accident. The physical damage to your car, injuries you may suffer and the time you will waste getting your vehicle repaired are just a few of the hassles you will need to deal with. Adding insult to injury is the premium increase. While it varies […]

Insurance fraud has been around since the concept of insurance was invented. From fraudulent arson claims in the 1700’s, to stolen vehicle claims in the present, fraud has been around for a long time, and with the promise of easy money, probably always will be. The criminal element has always been an insurance nemesis, and […]

Many people have never been involved in a car accident before. It is important for all drivers to know the proper procedures to follow after a car accident has happened. The first thing to do when the collision is over is to get out of your vehicle and see if the other drive and any […]

Thousands of people across the country commit DUI offenses every year. It is important to understand how to address having a DUI offense and getting or maintaining car insurance coverage. By law, once a person is found guilty of a DUI offense, they must take out SR-22 or FR-44 insurance coverage. This is basically a […]

The state of California has always been a pioneer when it comes to car insurance laws. Now, a new proposition is making waves in the state. This proposition is called Proposition 33 and the reason why it is so controversial is because it states that drivers can take their discounts from one car insurance company […]

The average car insurance premium for a college student is between $1,500 and $4,500 per year. These premiums are high because traditional college students fall into an age category considered more likely to drive recklessly. That means they are going to be a greater risk to the insurance company. However, there are a variety of […]

Auto insurance premiums can take a bite out of any family’s budget. As recent studies have shown, these premiums can swallow up as much as 8% of a person’s income. With most drivers still feeling the pinch of a struggling economy, more insurance companies and states are introducing a new approach to calculating premiums. This […]

It is very likely that most drivers will be involved in at least one car accident in their lifetime. It is important for drivers to understand what happens after a car accident takes place. The first thing to understand is that a police report needs to be filed every time a car accident occurs. This […]

If the race to break free of oil dependence was an Olympic event, Brazil would leave the United States in the dust.  The U.S. imports 58% of its oil from other countries. Want to know how much oil Brazil imports yearly? Zero.  That’s right, while Brazil imported 80% of its oil in the 1970s, today […]

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Teens are the segment of drivers that have the most risk. As the summer comes to a close, teens will be doing even more socializing with their peers from school. In the state of New Jersey, teens will be facing even tougher driving restrictions. A few decades ago, many young teens would be able to […]

In these tough economic times even the smallest hiccup in your finances can cause some big ripple effects. An unexpected bill or repair can put your next rent check or car insurance payment into jeopardy. If mounting bills and a declining income have you screaming, “I can’t afford my car insurance”, you have come to […]

By Aaron Crowe As summer ends and students start driving to school again, it may look like some of those teens are driving with a hole in their head — speeding, illegal turns and taking chances while driving. While part of their brain isn’t really missing, a teenager’s brain isn’t fully developed yet and their […]

It’s no surprise to anyone that a driving violation will cost you.  It will cost you in the form of a traffic ticket, but it will also impact your insurance for years.  From an expired inspection sticker to a driving under the influence infraction, you will pay for these misdeeds for years to come. A […]

New cars cost a lot of money these days.  There are enticing no money down offers everywhere.  People are willing to pay $500 a month for a car, especially if they don’t have use too much of a down payment, or they are offered a low finance rate.   The big problem here is once you […]

When we consider the factors affecting auto insurance premiums, one that often gets overlooked is the impact of state insurance regulations. These laws differ widely between states, and the requirements in each do affect how much you have to pay for coverage. A good example is the impact no-fault insurance regulations have had on price. […]

Most states require drivers to provide proof of insurance coverage. That used to mean keeping a paper copy of your insurance card in the glove compartment or other handy location in your automobile. Now it could mean showing the police officer your smartphone. Three U. S. states have already passed laws that allow electronic evidence […]