Drowsy driving: car insurance industry recognizes an epidemic
Drowsy driving reportedly has risky driving behaviors. Here is what you need to know about this problem and how to combat it.
How does auto insurance work for car-sharing services?
Planning to loan your car on Turo? Or maybe you're planning to rent using Zipcar. You may need additional coverage beyond traditional car insurance. These car-sharing tips will provide you with the questions you need to ask your agent or insurance company before you share your car or rent your car.
Does staying loyal to an insurance company pay off?
Staying loyal to an insurance company does not necessarily reward you. I became a customer of a large insurance company with captive agents, but after ten years, I learned that my loyalty did not result in discounts and better prices. Learn from my experience and avoid paying higher insurance rates.
Distracted driving statistics: The dangers of texting while driving
More than half a million drivers use their smartphones while driving on a daily basis. View distracted driving statistics here.
What every parent should know about car seats
If you're involved in a car crash, check your insurance policy; some insurers may cover some or all of the cost of replacing a car seat in the event of a crash. Parents should also be aware that car seats do expire.
Devices such as Progressive’s Snapshot are changing car insurance
Tracking devices, such as the Progressive Snapshot, monitor a driver's habits for a chance at a car insurance discount. See how they work.
10 life stages that affect your insurance needs
From car insurance to homeowners insurance, from life insurance to Medicare, here's a run down of the types of insurance you may need by your stage in life.
What is uninsured motorist coverage?
If you're hit by an at-fault driver who doesn't have liability insurance, uninsured motorist coverage will pay for the damages, up to your policy’s limits.
5 Tips to Negotiate the Best Settlement for My Totaled Car
Learn how to counter the insurance total loss offer from your provider with these top five tips to negotiate the best settlement for your totaled car.
Do I need different car insurance as an Uber driver?
While Uber does provide auto insurance for its drivers, there is a gap in the policy. Because of this, Uber drivers should consider investing in a ride sharing policy.
3 Insurance tips when renting a car overseas
Most car insurance companies don't extend coverage to rental cars overseas, but many credit card companies do. Here's some tips if you're renting a car abroad.
If someone borrows your car, does car insurance cover you?
If you let your friend borrow your car, and they cause an accident, your car insurance will be primarily liable.
Top 4 ways your insurance policies cover your vacation
Many auto and homeowners insurance policies may protect you while you are on vacation. Check out these top 4 ways your insurance company protects you!
Should I buy rental car insurance?
Generally speaking, if you are driving a rental car for personal use, not commercial use, your own car insurance policy should transfer to the rental car if the rental car is of similar value to your personal car.
When is homeowners insurance not enough? Do I need umbrella insurance?
The most basic way to describe umbrella coverage is that it is extra liability coverage. If there are damages involved in an accident — either at your home, or in a vehicle — that exceed the limits of your policy, you are responsible for them out of pocket without umbrella insurance.
A practical guide for understanding car insurance
This car insurance guide from Clearsurance will help you understand all of the different car insurance coverages and what they mean.
6 Tips we learned after filing an car insurance claim
After experiencing a car accident, the auto insurance claim process can sometimes be just as painful. Check out these 6 tips to filing a car insurance claim to help make the claims process easier.
5 questions to ask when choosing an insurance company
These 5 questions will help you when choosing an auto insurance, home insurance or renters insurance company.
