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Do you have rental car coverage on your auto insurance policy?

Do you have rental car coverage on your auto insurance policy?

Do you know that rental car coverage, often called Transportation Expense, is not automatically included in your auto insurance policy?  We discuss this with you when you first get a policy or when you buy new cars, but we are often surprised that people reject this coverage.  It is perfectly fine to do so, but we want to make sure you understand it.  Often for...

Motorcycle Awareness: 4 Tips for Sharing the Road

Motorcycle Awareness: 4 Tips for Sharing the Road

Every year, millions of motorcyclists head out on the highways to enjoy the open road.  But while the thrill of cruising on two wheels has definite appeal, it also has a potential downside: safety.  The truth is, motorcycle riders face much bigger safety risks than drivers of cars and trucks. In fact, estimates from the federal government show the number of deaths per mile traveled on...

IIHS: The Safest Cars of 2023

IIHS: The Safest Cars of 2023

If safety is a top priority when driving, look no further than the 2023 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS)TOP SAFETY PICK award list for your next vehicle. This year’s list of 48 award winners is smaller than previous years, naming 28 models a TOP SAFETY PICK+ and another 20 vehicles as a TOP SAFETY PICK. This is due to tougher criteria and stricter requirements for...

Dashboard Lights: What Do They Mean?

Dashboard Lights: What Do They Mean?

We’ve all experienced it. You’re driving down the road when you notice a new light on the dashboard that wasn’t there a minute ago.It’s caught your attention, but one problem remains: You don’t know what that glowing icon means.How to Identify Dashboard Warning LightsThe modern automobile is an amazingly complex machine – relying on dozens of systems that must work together every time you get...

Tips to Keep Your Football Tailgate Safe

Tips to Keep Your Football Tailgate Safe

Whether you’re in love with the game or the food, football season has officially arrived. That means the fun of tailgating season has also begun. It takes a lot of effort to host a successful tailgate, but it’s important to keep yourself, your cars, and your guests safe. Here’s what you need to know and do before the big tailgate…we mean game.Make a Plan First things...