The Nonprofit Car Care Council (CCC) recently recommended drivers have their car's battery checked before winter weather sets in to avoid being stranded in cold, poor conditions. The CCC noted all batteries eventually need replacement, even if it is an infrequent requirement. Like most maintenance needs, the exact time it will become pressing cannot be [...]
Distracted drivers who should or do know better are continuing to talk on cell phones while on the roads, according to recent research. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety announced drivers continue to text and use their cell phones despite being aware of the dangers. The Foundation's 2011 Traffic Safety Culture Index survey found 95 [...]
Because insurance rates are based on risk, providers commonly lower rates for customers who choose vehicles with safety and security features. The size of the deduction varies depending on the specific system or device, as well as on the insurance provider, so it pays to review multiple car insurance quotes. Other factors, such as the [...]
Driving is a task that requires both hands to perform properly. Allowing oneself to become distracted on the road is dangerous. Even on a relatively empty road, tasks that occupy a driver's hands and eyes can significantly increase the chance of an accident or collision. Bluetooth technology makes it much easier for a driver to [...]
The terminology involving auto insurance may confuse many people, but even if the terms are confusing, the definitions are simple. Understanding them will help you navigate through insurance claims and documents more smoothly along the way. Three primary insurance terms you'll need to know about are collision insurance, deductible and comprehensive insurance. Collision Collision coverage [...]
Some people make it a hobby to customize their vehicle's aesthetics and others do it to keep their car up-to-date and performing at a high level. Whatever the reason these upgrades can be expensive and modified car accessories are covered by an insurance company only if they are informed of them. Although some car owners [...]
Hybrid cars, which have become very popular in recent years, combine two major advantages - saving consumers money on gas and reducing CO2 emissions. But companies offering auto insurance quotes that assess premiums for hybrids must take into account the costs of the vehicles' new technology and how much they cost to repair in the [...]
After getting into a car accident, the first thing one may sense is frustration or anger, but remaining calm ensures a quick and smooth process so the two drivers can get on with their days. One of the drivers involved in the accident may try to entice the other to not report the accident to [...]
Before adding a teenager to a car insurance plan, parents may want to consider their state's graduated drivers' license laws and make sure they are fully acclimated to the road before attempting to get their children an auto insurance quote. A national study regarding teen driving published in the Journal of the American Medical Association [...]
Most drivers in the Northwest depend on the "buffer zone" above the posted speed limit in order to speed without getting caught or pulled over, according to a recent poll by PEMCO Car Insurance. According to the results, about two-thirds of drivers in the region believe they can get away with speeding even if a [...]