The Gang’s All Here
Posted: October 12, 2016
We’ve all been in a room full of teenagers — between the animated chatter, loud music, and texting back and forth, they’re a force to be reckoned with. Cram all of that energy into the cramped confines of a car and it can get dangerous fast. Statistics from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute show that when teen drivers have two or more passengers,...
July & August are Top months for Vehicle Theft
Posted: July 29, 2016
Stolen cars are an unwelcome summer ritual Thieves will steal three vehicles before you finish reading this article. And even though your neighborhood feels safe, more than half of the nearly 700,000 cars stolen in 2014 occurred in an area such as a home garage or street. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) warns that the . So after giving your car a good...
Need some tips for navigating the summer roads? Look no further.
Posted: May 24, 2016
Each spring folks roll down their car windows, dust off their motorcycle seats, and pump up their bicycle tires to embrace the warm weather. In fact, May 1 marked the start of Global Youth Traffic Safety Month, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and Bicycle Safety Month. With warm weather upon us, it’s essential to remember best transportation practices no matter your mode for getting from A...
Don't Get Hammered by Hail
Posted: May 19, 2016
Reposted from www.erieinsurance.com You may not immediately think of hail as a danger to your car or home, but large hailstones can shred roof coverings, dent house siding, scar automotive finishes and lead to water damage. In fact, research from the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) indicates that more than 75 percent of U.S. cities will experience at least one hailstorm each...
Lowering the Cost of Auto Insurance
Posted: May 14, 2016
If you’re looking for insurance, you’re interested in lowering your auto insurance rates. Have you ever wondered how auto insurance rates are determined? Insurance companies must balance rates with the cost to cover claims. Factors that may affect the cost of your policy: Accident history Driving record Vehicle make and model Annual mileage Vehicle usage Your credit-based insurance score Your age and eligibility for discounts...