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I Filed My First Car Insurance Claim. Here’s How It Went Down

Fire and brimstone were what I expected from my first car insurance claim. Possibly, hours spent battling with insurance representatives over the phone, explaining, for the fifth time, that no, it wasn't my fault I'd gotten into a car accident -- and yes,...

Progressive Personal Auto Policies in Force Up Over 10% in October Compared to Last Year

Total personal auto policies in force were down month-over-month.The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:PGR) reported its total personal auto insurance policies in force were 19,479,600 in October, down 39,000 or 0.2% from 19,518,600 in September.  October’s policies in force represent an increase of nearly...

Why is it so expensive to insure an electric car?

New research shows a surge in drivers looking to save money and the planet with an electric vehicle (EV). But despite a growing desire to plug into a greener car, high insurance costs may be slamming on the brakes.Around two in three motorists say...

There are alternatives to conventional insurance for drivers – Orange County Register

Q. I am a senior lady who drives a 2006 Buick I bought new. I drive very few miles, maybe 3,000 per year. My car insurance went up. I also just got the new registration tags and the insert says there are four...

Local insurance adjuster offers tips to owners of vehicles damaged in severe storms – WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports

MIAMI (WSVN) - A lot of South Floridians are dealing with waterlogged or damaged vehicles in the wake of severe weather that swept through the region this week. A local insurance adjuster is offering a few words of advice to owners as they...

Everyday Cheapskate: When you should (and should NOT) file an auto insurance claim

Car insurance is a funny thing. You pay a small fortune to get it and keep it. Then, if you have the blatant audacity to actually file a claim, the company either increases your premiums or cancels you altogether. OK, that may be...