I grew up in the insurance world and heard throughout my childhood about car accidents. While I hadn’t experienced one behind the wheel, I had no doubt that I would handle such an issue with calm rationality. When I did experience my first accident as a driver (a not-at-fault while sitting at a stop sign),…
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Driving Safely: Animal-Vehicle Collisions
Have you seen more wildlife on the road lately? The Federal Highway Administration states more than 300,000 wildlife-vehicle collisions occur each year between October and December! Follow these tips to reduce your chances of getting in an animal-related accident. Stay focused. Limit distractions and check your mirrors regularly so you are aware of what is…
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Preventing Vehicle Theft
According to an initial study by the National Insurance Crime Bureau, there were there were 873,080 auto thefts in the U.S. in 2020 —a 9.2% increase from 2019. Auto theft can occur no matter where you live. A vehicle is a large investment. Here are 9 things you can do to protect your investment from…
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Tips for Buying Your First Car
Whether it is a flashy new SUV or a vintage sports car, we all have a dream car in mind when shopping for a new car. But for first-time drivers, it is important to make a practical choice when purchasing a vehicle. It is a big decision that takes time and research as you evaluate…
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Breakdown Safety 101
There is never a convenient time for a car to break down. It is important to plan ahead so you know how to stay safe and injury-free should you break down on the road. Regardless of where you break down, it is important pull over and out of traffic (if able to safely do so)…
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