9 Things to Never Do to Your Car!
Posted: December 28, 2015
You probably rely on your car every day to get you where you need to go. But how well can your car rely on you? There are some things you should never do to your car. Are you guilty of any of them? Check out the list below to find out—and learn what you can do to give your car the care it needs. 9...
5 Ways to get a Designated Driver on New Year’s Eve
Posted: December 23, 2015
By: Abby Badach (www.eriesense.com) | December 23, 2015 No excuse in the book will change the fact that driving drunk is not OK. And you’ve probably heard them all: I’ve only had a few. I’ll be fine. I’ve driven buzzed before. I live 5 minutes away, so driving is safer than walking back. Don’t worry, I know where the checkpoints are – I won’t get...
Fight the Urge to Swerve When You See Deer!
Posted: December 10, 2015
“When you see a deer, your first and best response should be to slow down,” said Kevin Dowling, assistant vice president of Direct Claims at Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company. Swerving makes a bad situation worse Fight the urge to swerve when you spot a deer on the road. Swerving to avoid a deer may make a bad situation worse, leading to a more serious accident...
Four Ways to Prepare Your Boat for Winter
Posted: October 13, 2015
Shorter days, turning leaves, and chilly water temperatures signal that soon it may be time to store your boat. Before you store your boat, Pardridge Insurance and Grinnell Mutual recommends performing end-of-season maintenance. “The primary purpose of winterizing your boat is to prevent the engine block from freezing, cracking, or related mechanical failure that you may discover as you prepare for that first trip around...
I had a car accident. What do I need to report?
Posted: September 30, 2015
Car accidents are stressful but quickly reporting your claim can bring peace of mind. Once you’ve taken a few deep breaths and made sure everyone is safe, here is the information you need to gather to report the incident your Insurance Agent. Special mobile features for our insurance partner Grinnell Mutual have also been highlighted. 1. Snap a photo or video of the damaged vehicle(s)...