NHTSA: Seat Belts Saved 12,546 Lives in 2010
Although we dont hear it as much as we used to, theres no doubt that wearing seat belts saves lives. Were sure the reason is because most federal public education funds and the focus of DMVs and DOTs nationwide are allocated towards more pressing needs, such as the ravages distracted drivers wage on our roads.
But, theres still plenty of good news about seat belts to be shared, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that in 2010, the use of seat belts saved an estimated 12,546 lives.
How Florida Auto Insurance Coverage Could Change Dramatically In 2012
Many states with no fault auto insurance laws are considering updated insurance laws, but in 2012, Florida drivers will see some of the most significant reforms. The reforms will affect personal injury protection auto insurance coverage, often abbreviated simply as PIP. While there is disagreement between the Florida House and Senate, the changes will likely alter insurance companies’ legal requirements to injured drivers.
What is decontenting and what does it mean for car shoppers?
Manufacturers cost-saving measures could leave some things missing from the next generation of your favorite car. But dont expect the sticker price to change.What is decontenting? Well, the decontenting of vehiclesphasing out expensive standard features and instead offering them as optionshas been around in the auto industry for some time.
Why pay more for auto insurance?
You know its illegal to drive without auto insurance in your state. You know, too, that if youre caught doing so you could face hefty fines and the possible suspension of your drivers license. But you worry, too, about the cost of obtaining and maintaining auto insurance. You dont want to spend a fortune to insure your car.
Fortunately, you dont have to. You simply have to be a savvy shopper.
The best way to pay the lowest rates for auto insurance is to compare live quotes from the top insurance agencies in the country.
Are you paying out for household cover you don’t need?
PUBLISHED: 18:57 EST, 27 March 2012 | UPDATED: 04:18 EST, 28 March 2012
Energy suppliers and water companies are luring householders to take out expensive and often unnecessary insurance.
Suppliers such as British Gas are making hundreds of millions of pounds profit by selling boiler insurance, as well as plumbing and drainage cover.
And several water companies have struck a deal with insurer Homeserve to offer similar policies at a cost of 200 a year.
Millions of households have signed up to these so-called home emergency policies, but experts warn that they can be a waste of money.