The first step in determining whether a car is totaled (or, in insurance terms, a total loss) is to calculate its actual cash value (ACV) at the time
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How Named Storms Affect Your Insurance Coverage
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
Read MoreTop 4 Fall Driving Hazards (And How to Handle Them)
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
Read MoreBack to School: Essential Safety Tips for Drivers
School is officially in session. And while kids are brushing up on their math and language arts skills, there are still lessons for the rest of us to
Read MoreHow Should I Drive in Heavy Rain?
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
Read MoreHow to Choose a Deductible
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
Read More5 Ways to Avoid Parking Lot Accidents
Parking lots can be treacherous territory.In fact, tens of thousands of crashes and hundreds of deaths occur each year in parking lots, according to
Read MoreWhat to Include in a Car Emergency Kit
Stranded, cold and hungry along the highway is no way to get to your destination. A well-stocked emergency roadside kit could help you get back
Read MoreDo I Need Multi-State Car Insurance for Out-of-State Coverage?
If you frequently travel or stay out of state, whether for business or by lifestyle choice, you may have noted the subtle — and sometimes
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