Category: Car Sense

How Named Storms Affect Your Insurance Coverage

Posted: September 23, 2024

When a hurricane is on the way, you have to act fast. While you’re making an evacuation plan or stocking up on bottled water, the last thing you want to be thinking is, “Will my insurance cover what happens after this?” Yes, hurricanes can be devastating – personally and financially. But anxiety can keep you from being present to what matters most. We want you...

Top 4 Fall Driving Hazards (And How to Handle Them)

Posted: September 20, 2024

The start of fall brings a lot of welcome things: a new school year, cooler temps and changing leaves. You may not notice it right away, but your daily commute is affected by the shorter days and changing weather, too. (For example: Did you know wet leaves can be as slippery as ice?) Stay alert this fall. Here are the top things to look out...

Back to School: Essential Safety Tips for Drivers

Posted: September 16, 2024

School is officially in session. While kids are brushing up on their math and language arts skills, there are still lessons for the rest of us to learn, too—like: Is it ever OK to go around a stopped school bus? And how do I navigate the student drop-off and pickup lane? This time of year, it's important for drivers to slow down and watch out...

How Should I Drive in Heavy Rain?

Posted: September 9, 2024

It starts with a few innocent raindrops on the glass. At first, you might not even bother to turn on the windshield wipers. But judging from the dark skies and rolling thunder, you know it’s just the beginning. Before long, your car is under assault from a rapid barrage of descending beads, leaving a blurry barrier on the windshield while the wiper blades swing at...

How to Choose a Deductible

Posted: September 6, 2024

There are many choices you need to make when it comes to choosing the right car insurance. When it comes to customizing your policy, one of the biggest decisions is what deductible amount you will choose. What is a deductible in auto insurance? Your deductible is the amount of money you will have to pay toward fixing or repairing your car before your insurance kicks in....