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02/19/2020

Acura vs. Honda: Worth the Upgrade?

What do you think?

Because a car is a commitment.

02/18/2020

States with the most and fewest traffic fatalities | PropertyCasualty360

How's the Washington Metropolitan area doing?

Whether by accident, human error or some other factor, car crashes are likely to remain an issue for the foreseeable future.

01/12/2020

Every Mid-Size Crossover and SUV Ranked from Worst to Best

If you're shopping, this could be helpful.

The spiritual heart of the non-luxury SUV market, ranked from worst to best.

01/09/2020

CNN

Check for your Subaru.

RECALL ALERT: The faulty airbags can explode when deployed and send sharp metal fragments flying, which could seriously injure or kill the driver or passengers

01/05/2020

Consumer Reports: The 10 most reliable car models of 2020 | PropertyCasualty360

Looking to buy?

Consumer Reports found that vehicles tend to be most reliable by the final year of any particular model run.

12/30/2019

Yeah, for many of us.

Coffee, otherwise known as starter fluid!

11/28/2019

Safe travels today. And remember that your loosest yoga pants are perfectly acceptable dinner attire today. 🤣 🦃 🥕🌽🥖🧀🍗🍖🍲🍽

11/28/2019

Safe travels and Happy Thanksgiving! Remember that your loosest yoga pants are acceptable dinner attire today! 🦃🥕🧀🍗🌽🥖🍲🍒🍷🍖🍽

11/06/2019

15 states with the highest roadway animal accidents in the fall | PropertyCasualty360

You knew Virginia and West Virginia would be included, right? Drive safely, please!

Fall marks the start of the migration season for many animals.

10/22/2019

Regular vs. Premium Gas, Redux

Which grade of gasoline should you really be using?

Readers responded to Smarter Driving by scratching their heads over the fuel economy of premium gasoline, while others who admitted that they never used turn signals blamed the other guy.

10/18/2019

Survey Finds Widespread Unaddressed Safety Recalls in Used-Car Sales Listings

Buying used? Please be careful. And we recommend pre-purchase inspections to reduce the risk of nasty surprises.

One in 9 vehicles had an open recall, according to the examination of more than 2,400 for-sale listings at dealerships under the umbrella of AutoNation. A survey by three consumer advocacy groups of used vehicles offered for sale through the largest automobile retailer in the country has found wides...

10/17/2019

Good advice!

5 Steps to Follow After a Car Accident #caraccident #autoinsurance #carinsurance #lifeinsurance #insurance #klingerinsurance #klingerinsurancegroup

10/12/2019

These vehicles are least likely to be stolen in 2019 | PropertyCasualty360

Do you want a car with little interest to thieves? Here the are!

Auto theft has been trending down in recent years but thieves are increasingly clever.

10/08/2019

PropertyCasualty360

Lock up!

Although some crime prevention experts believe that car, truck and motorcycle thieves prefer older model vehicles because they can be easier to break into or jump-start than new cars packed with security devices and tracking technology, earlier this year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Highway Loss Data Institute reported that two new cars known for being fast and powerful topped its list of vehicles in 2019 that are most likely to be stolen. But that doesn’t mean drivers with less expensive vehicles should just go right ahead and leave their cars running and their keys in the ignition whenever they dash into the grocery story. https://news.alm.com/NNx3t8M

09/25/2019

Best new and used cars for teens in 2019 | PropertyCasualty360

What do you think?

The annual list from U.S. News names the best new and used cars for teens in each price range and size category.

09/22/2019

The 10 Most Common Driving Fails

Well, this is alarming. Please drive safely.

ValuePenguin found that almost all drivers, 90%, admitted to being guilty of dangerous driving behavior within the past year. And while some of these behaviors — such as eating, talking on the phone or changing the music — may seem harmless, the fact that a reported 94% of crashes are caused by ...

09/19/2019

DMVs have been selling drivers’ data -- Why you should care

More stuff to know.

Departments of Motor Vehicles across the United States have been selling personal information to thousands of companies, including insurance agencies, towing companies and even private investigators.

09/19/2019

Drivers beware: Common auto insurance exclusions | PropertyCasualty360

Things we need to know.

The rise of digital self-service car insurance means policyholders may be unfamiliar with the circumstances that can cause an accident claim to be denied.

09/17/2019

10 Best Used Cars Under $5,000

Before you buy one, get it checked out by a reputable repair facility first. You can also get an R&R pre-purchase inspection.

09/06/2019

8 auto insurance myths | III

In case you're interested.

08/28/2019

Car and Driver

So, what do you think?

These are the most fuel-efficient SUVs you can buy, as rated by the EPA.

08/28/2019

WalletHub: 10 best states for cheap car insurance | PropertyCasualty360

No breaks for the DMV, but West Virginia ranks No. 8 for affordable U.S. car insurance.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average adult in the U.S. spends roughly $1,000 per year on coverage.

08/27/2019

U.S. News and World Report

What do you think of this comparison?

From performance and cabin quality to safety and fuel economy, we’ve analyzed it all so you don't have to.

08/20/2019

J.D. Power: 2019's 10 most reliable car brands | PropertyCasualty360

Here they are:
10. Toyota (problems per 100 vehicles: 90)
9. Lexus
8. Dodge
7. Nissan
6. Chevrolet
5. Lincoln
4. Ford
3. Hyundai
2. Kia
1. Genesis (problems per 100 vehicles: 63)

In this year's study, J.D. Power found that only 13 brands improved, while 18 worsened.

08/15/2019

Do you know?

It truly saddens us to know there are generations of kids today that will never know what this is

08/11/2019

These traffic tickets result in higher auto insurance rates | PropertyCasualty360

These are the top-seven traffic tickets most likely to affect an individual’s auto insurance rates:

7. Running a red light
6. No seat belt
5. No-fault collision
4. At-fault collision
3. Driving under the influence
2. Speeding
1. Texting & driving

Drivers are statistically most likely to get a speeding ticket in South Carolina, Iowa and Virginia.

08/09/2019

Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, Inc.

Auto insurance issues to consider.

An insured’s daughter is attending a military service academy starting this fall. Under the insured’s personal auto policy, is the daughter still considered a "family member"? If so, is she covered for non-owned autos?

08/08/2019

Klinger Insurance Group

Good advice!

5 Steps To Follow After A Car Accident https://cstu.io/96b457

07/27/2019

Car and Driver

Hmmm.

These are the most efficient non-hybrid cars on sale in 2019, as determined by the EPA.

07/25/2019

Oh, deer!

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07/22/2019

8 auto insurance myths | III

Separate fact from myth with the help of the Insurance Information Institute.

07/14/2019

Dutch Company Reveals An Electric Car That Charges Itself With Sunlight

Don't park it in your garage.

A Dutch company from Eindhoven has released a prototype car that has already sold 100 orders to be filled in 2011. What’s special about the car is that it is completely electric as well as solar powered. The prototype car actually won the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, and it represents the wo...

07/11/2019

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07/09/2019

All righty then!

We took our long-term road test Jaguar F-Type SVR to Vegas and back for a burger.

What we found by conducting this completely necessary roadtrip is that the Jag's fuel economy has improved to its best ever level –– almost 26mpg –– and that Holstein's Gold Standard is no longer the gold standard in burgers. https://edmu.in/2G1qvB1

07/07/2019

Changes for Va. driving rules signed into law, other bills vetoed | WTOP

In case you missed it.

Holding a cellphone while driving in a road work zone will now be against the law in Virginia. See what other bills made it to the governor’s desk.

07/06/2019

Here's a Look at Exactly What Happens Inside Your Car's Differential

In case you wondered.

06/19/2019

Old-School Car Features Those Under 30 Probably Have Never Seen Before

How many of these do you remember?

Are you a young person? Curious how cars used to work?

06/17/2019

10 most expensive cars to insure in 2019 | PropertyCasualty360

So now you know.

Car insurance: You can't drive without it, so it's in every driver's to find the best coverage that suits their needs.

06/17/2019

Auto Mechanics Recreate Renaissance Paintings

We wish we'd thought of this. Auto mechanics are a fun group.

A brilliant series of portraits with auto mechanics reenacting famous Renaissance paintings.

06/15/2019

10 Best Used Cars Under $5,000

Here you go! Before you buy, though, get a pre-purchase inspection. We can help you figure out if it's a good deal or a lemon.

05/27/2019

10 safest, most affordable vehicles to insure for college grads | PropertyCasualty360

You might need this info!

Among the factors considered for auto insurance, the vehicle itself is a critical one.

05/24/2019

Enjoy your weekend!

05/22/2019

NHTSA

We can help.

Don’t let a recall ruin your summer road trip. Stay safe—check for safety recalls on your vehicle now: http://bit.ly/2wbqa9G. Recalls are FREE to repair at your local dealer. #NHTSARoadTrip #SafeCarsSaveSummers

05/19/2019

Fatal Attraction: These Are The Deadliest Cars On The Road

Beware.

05/15/2019

Oh, cell, no!!

The sign says it all! Now if only people would comply.