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The season is here to ensure you have the right RV insurance coverage

April 23, 2024April 22, 2024 H. Cutner

Whether you have a travel trailer or motorhome, being properly covered is key Many recreational vehicle owners are getting revved up for some time on the road this summer, and as a part of this effort, it is important to make sure that RV insurance is a step that isn’t skipped. It’s not just a matter of having any coverage at all Whether you have a motorhome, trailer, camper, or have another name for your recreational vehicle, coverage is extremely important to ensuring that you are financially protected if it…

Leveraging Allstate Drivewise for Safer Driving Amid Rising Accident Rates

April 18, 2024April 17, 2024 Nordstrom

Allstate Drivewise - Car Accident Increase

Significant Safety Enhancements for Drivewise Users Allstate has uncovered significant safety improvements for drivers who actively use their Drivewise feature, according to a joint analysis with their mobility information and data. The findings indicate that Allstate customers who opt into Drivewise, accessible via the Allstate app, are substantially safer on the road. The program’s data shows a compelling 25% reduction in severe collisions for Drivewise users compared to non-users. Furthermore, an Arity study on driving behavior supports the idea that Drivewise customers are generally more cautious drivers. They are less…

GEICO Offers New Discounts Amid Rising Auto Insurance Rates

April 8, 2024April 7, 2024 Angela Linders

In a bold move to capitalize on increasing auto insurance rates across states such as California, GEICO Corp., part of Warren Buffet’s empire, is offering an attractive discount initiative, the “Welcome Factor,” aimed at expanding its auto insurance business. GEICO’s Fresh Approach to Auto Insurance With the surge in insurance rates, many insurers are taking a step back from writing new policies. However, GEICO is actively inviting new clients by marketing a special discount for those who apply for personal auto insurance. The discount is designed to taper off gradually…

GEICO losing auto insurance ground to State Farm and Progressive

March 15, 2024March 14, 2024 G. Turner

Early data from NAIC indicates that the Berkshire Hathaway-owned insurer is losing market share to competitors. Following a rocky 2023 for the personal auto insurance business in the United States, early data released by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) suggests that auto insurance company GEICO is losing ground to its larger competitors State Farm and Progressive. State Farm has held the top spot for many years in the US While it’s no big news that State Farm is still the largest auto insurance company in the United States…

State Farm Registers $6.3 Billion Net Loss in Challenging 2023 Fiscal Year

March 3, 2024 H. Cutner

Despite attempts to improve results following a substantial $6.7 billion loss in 2022, State Farm, a leading insurance giant, ended 2023 with a $6.3 billion net loss. The company cites a surge in catastrophe claims as a significant factor contributing to their financial results. Elevated Claims and Unfavorable Results The Financial Climate State Farm’s financial report for the year reflects a tumultuous period, as total revenue reached $104.2 billion, yet it was not enough to prevent a net loss. The company’s combined ratio, a key measure of underwriting profitability, rose…