Not all auto insurance claims that come across an adjuster’s or investigator’s desk are typical and mundane. There’s always the scammer to watch out for—some more creative or outrageous than others—that cost insurance companies tens of millions of dollars a year. There’s the occasional bizarre incident that no one could possibly have conjured up on their own. And then there are the excuses—some lame, some hysterical—that have insurers shaking their heads and rolling over in…
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Does it cost more to insure an electric car?
You open the door, climb in and settle behind the steering wheel. Everything about this car feels familiar. It even has that new car smell. You buckle your safety belt and start the engine, waiting for the roar of cylinders. Instead, there is a strange silence.
Welcome to the electric car and a new age of driving.
Cameras in cars keep an eye on teen drivers
A program offered by Wisconsin-based auto insurance company American Family installs cameras in vehicles driven by teenagers, and may be having a significant positive effect on behavior behind the wheel, according to tech news site CNET.
Read MoreWisconsin lawmakers may repeal minimum auto insurance limits
The changes to Wisconsin’s minimum car insurance coverage levels made last year could be short-lived if GOP legislators succeed in passing a bill to repeal them.
Read MoreSpending more on snacks and beer rather than auto insurance?
In this tight economy consumers on average still manage to spend more on the things they like such as pizza and booze rather than the things they need such as auto insurance.
Americans spend a combined $329 billion on pizza, beer and spirits while shelling out a mere $159 billion a year on auto insurance.
Read More“Little White Lies” Can Impact Auto Insurance Premiums
Driving tips for the winter weather
Winter storms provide some of the most dangerous road conditions for motorists, which is why MSNBC has released a report of safety driving tips for people.
Read MoreMinnesota police to crack down on drunk driving
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a dangerous and potentially deadly practice. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety says more than 140 people in the state die annually because of accidents involving alcohol.
Read MorePlan ahead for winter driving safety
Preparation is key when it comes to getting ready for winter driving. From slick road conditions to frigid temperatures, it’s important for motorists to take the necessary precautions.
An auto insurer in Michigan knows driving conditions will change shortly in the state and is advising motorists to be mindful of their driving habits. A motor vehicle accident is one way policyholders will see an increase in their premiums.
Read MoreConsumer Reports releases 2010 reliability rankings
Along with auto insurance costs, consumers may have to pay for other car-related expenses, including getting repairs.
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