Are Automated Driving Features in Your Car Really Safeguarding You?

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The rise of automated driving features has promised a future of hands-free convenience and enhanced safety. But are these advanced systems living up to their assurances, keeping drivers out of harm’s way? A recent study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) forces us to confront the efficacy and safety of these technologies head-on. Partial Automation, Full Concerns Study Highlights Only one of 14 partially automated systems tested earned an “acceptable” rating. The majority of systems received a “poor” rating; none received a “good.” Marketing by some automakers…

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Blue Cross claims Ford’s health insurance lawsuit was filed too late

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According to the insurer, the automaker took too long to file the suit accusing them of conspiracy. Blue Cross Blue Shield Association and that health insurance company’s Michigan affiliate are seeking to have a US judge dismiss a lawsuit filed against them by Ford Motor Co. Ford accused the insurer of an artificial inflation conspiracy for how much the automaker paid in premiums. The automaker stated that the insurer was recording higher health insurance premiums and other commercial medical coverage services expenses that were being paid. The lawsuit included two…

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Some car models get more speeding tickets than others (these 5 get the most)

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In 2022, American drivers who prefer certain auto brands are more likely to get pulled over for speed. While everyone has their own unique taste and style, American drivers who get behind the wheel of certain models this year are more likely to get speeding tickets than other auto brands. Honda, Toyota and Ford are the automakers with models most likely associated with fast driving. While each of those automakers is recognized for affordability and quality appealing to a wide-reaching market, they also appear to appeal to drivers at the…

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State Farm teams up with Ford for usage-based insurance

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The Drive Safe & Save Connected Car program will use telematics tech to adjust premiums. State Farm and Ford have announced that they have jointly launched a usage based insurance (UBI) program for drivers called the Drive Safe & Save Connected Car. The UBI program is available to drivers of connected Ford or Lincoln vehicles. State Farm customers driving the eligible connected Ford vehicles can choose to opt in for usage based insurance. The UBI program uses telematics to adjust premiums to reflect that vehicle’s mileage and its drivers’ unique…

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Metromile partners with Ford for pay per mile insurance

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The automaker is offering the coverage along with the sale of all its new connected cars. Ford is offering new car buyers an opportunity to use pay per mile insurance to safe money on their auto coverage. As millions of Americans have changed their driving habits and are working from home, there may be an opportunity to save on lower annual mileage. The automaker is offering the coverage through Metromile start-up auto insurance company. The partnership between Ford and Metromile may make it easier for drivers to access the pay…

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