General Motors to Offer Select New Customers Free Auto Insurance
Auto manufacturer General Motors announced this week that it will be starting a pilot program that offers car buyers one year of free auto insurance. Currently, the new incentive program, offered through MetLife Auto and Home, will only be provided to customers in the Pacific Northwest.
Customers Must Purchase New Model-Year Vehicles
In its announcement, General Motors stated customers who purchase a new 2010, 2011 or 2012 model-year vehicle from one of its dealers in Oregon and Washington will also receive a yearlong insurance policy from the manufacturer.
According to MetLife, the policy will cover the vehicle and anyone who drives it with the owner’s permission, starting on the date of purchase. Th
American Motorhome Insurance Quotes
Motorhomes are growing in popularity as a way to get out on the open road. They can be the chance to enjoy camping and caravanning at its most convenient, and with many being like mini homes it isn’t hard to see their appeal. But, it’s in the US that motorhomes really have their fan base, and some aficionados want to import such vehicles to experience the joy of the American motorhome for themselves. But, before you jump in, make sure to consider any American motorhome insurance quote implications that may be involved.
The first thing to remember is that finding insurance for these American motorhomes (often referred to as RVs) could be much more difficult than finding it for UK or European versions. This
How to Obtain the Best Car Insurance Rate
The average car insurance rate varies from state to state. Individuals residing in New York may find their rate to be higher based on several criteria. This will depend on the city in which they live, the car they drive, accident history, and age of driver. It pays to shop for the best rates. All drivers in the state of New York have to conform to the minimum auto insurance coverage. This minimum is for each car, per each accident and includes at least $25,000/per person up to 50,000 for injury, $50,000/100,000 for death, and $10,000 for property.
Here are ways to lower rates and understand what insurers are looking for.
Check with your current provider first - Ask your current insurance provider if there are ways to lower the premium.
2010 U.S. Auto Thefts Lowest in 43 Years
A report released this week by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) revealed U.S. vehicle thefts dropped to the lowest level since 1967. The decline in thefts represented the seventh straight year that thieves were deterred from or failed to steal vehicles.
257 Urban Areas Report Fewer Thefts
The NICB released preliminary figures this week that showed thefts probably declined 7.2 percent last year from 794,616 in 2009. According to the non-profit trade group, 257 urban areas reported fewer thefts in 2010.
Declines in specific cities include:
- 1.9 percent decline in New York City area (including northern New Jersey and Long Island) to 29,189
- 14.5 percent decline in Dallas to 21,963
- State College, Pa. had
Study Finds That Summer Increases Minor Collisions
Summer is a time for great fun. Most college aged students are out of class and are going to the beach to get some sun, sand, and fun. One thing these young drivers may not understand is that driving requires precision and skill and even the slightest distraction can cause them to not be able to correct their steering fast enough to avoid hitting another driver with their vehicle.
A new study has found that in the summer drivers are 25% more prone to be involved in collisions that are not fatal. These are called fender benders, in most cases the driver become distracted by his or her surroundings and ends up hitting the person in front of them because they cannot hit their brakes fast enough to avoid the collision.