mayo 8, 2012
AgencyWhy Isn’t Texting While Driving as Taboo as Driving Drunk?
Research has shown that a driver texting while behind the wheel is as dangerous as a drunk driver. In fact, drivers who send texts while driving are 23 times more likely to be involved in an accident than those who don’t. Yet, for whatever reason, texting while driving is still deemed acceptable by many drivers […]
mayo 1, 2012
AgencyCould a Traffic Ticket Save Your Life?
Nobody likes getting a traffic ticket–they’re expensive, cause your auto insurance rate to increase and are a real pain in the you-know-what. But according to a new study, a ticket could save your life. Research published in The Lancet, a medical journal, has found that drivers are more conscientious after being ticketed, at least for […]
abril 16, 2012
AgencyTop 10 Car Insurance Myths
When searching for cheap car insurance, it pays to know the facts. Don’t rely on your neighbor or co-worker for insurance information. Here are the truths every driver should know. «No-fault insurance means it’s not my fault!» No-fault car insurance varies by state, but usually requires your car insurance company to pay medical expenses and […]
marzo 26, 2012
AgencyDo Men pay more for their Auto Insurance?
Many people may be surprised to learn that car insurance premiums are higher for men than women. The difference in rates is usually fairly low, but it’s a fact of the industry: All other things being equal, men will pay at least slightly more on their insurance premiums but why is car insurance more expensive […]
marzo 16, 2012
AgencyCan Insurance Help Your Credit Rating?
As if you needed an additional incentive to have insurance, consider this: Insurance may help keep your credit rating intact after an insurable incident. Insurance can’t necessarily fix a credit rating, but it can preserve it by preventing debt and creating cash flow. Preventing Debt If you were to experience an insurable incident that ruined […]
marzo 12, 2012
AgencyNew Car Buying Tips in Austin
Shopping for a new car involves a lot of research and negotiation. Following these new car buying tips before you buy can save you time — and a few dollars. Research Before You Look at Cars Set your price — before you start shopping. Decide how much money you can spend and what type of […]
marzo 7, 2012
AgencyHow to Locate and Decode Your Vehicle’s VIN
You can locate and decode your vehicle’s identification number (VIN) in a variety of places. Get an Austin Auto Insurance quote today, just call 512-518-6292. Where to Locate Your VIN On Your Vehicle On the dashboard, just below the windshield (driver’s side) On the driver’s side doorpost (where the door latches) On the driver’s side […]
febrero 3, 2012
AgencyTop 7 Fatal Road Crash Risk Factors for Teen Driving
Teen drivers have the highest fatal crash risk of any age group. Per mile traveled, they have the highest involvement rates in all types of crashes, from those involving only property damage to those that are fatal. The problem is worst among 16 year-olds, who have the most limited driving experience that often results in […]
enero 23, 2012
AgencyCan a Hybrid Car Reduce Your Insurance Premiums?
There are many reasons one can decide to buy and drive a hybrid vehicle. It may be due to concern over climate change issues, or a means of reducing dependency on fuel. It may also be a way to reduce overall gas costs or it could be that the driver doesn’t want to contribute to […]
enero 10, 2012
AgencyDriving in the rain? Tips for staying safe
Spring is finally here. Which, in many places—like Mobile, Ala., and Hilo, Hawaii, two of the rainiest cities in the country—can mean more frequent encounters with wet or slick roads. Knowing how to prevent hydroplaning (when you lose traction and skid on wet roads)—and react if you do skid—can help you stay safe on the […]