Progressive Insurance has announced that it has expanded its mobile commerce offerings to consumers by adding the ability to use a smartphone or tablet in order to receive quotes for the coverage of motorcycles, RV’s boats, and other recreational and powersports vehicles. Progressive Insurance is already the leading motorcycle insurance company in the United States, and is also the top boat and RV insurer. Clearly, it saw the benefit in expanding its current mobile quote optimization to include this group of vehicles as well as more traditional cars, SUVs, pickups,…
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Costa Rican Motorcyclists protest 2012 Marchamo increase
Thousands of motorcycle riders are protesting in the streets of Costa Rica due to the announcement of a significant increase to the 2012 marchamo. The marchamo, which means circulation permit, is a type of mandatory year-end vehicle insurance. The drivers must pay their marchamo before its due date on December 31 every year. This year, motorcyclists have been participating in weekly protests, the most recent of which occurred on Tuesday, November 29, 2011, starting at the San José statue of Leon Corte in La Sabana park. Alvaro Valverde, one of…
Read MoreSwinton Bike Insurance gives motorcyclists winter preparedness advice
As winter makes its way closer, Swinton Bike Insurance is offering motorcycle riders some useful tips to help keep themselves safe and to help minimize the risk of a collision while they’re on the roads. This top motorcycle insurance broker has been providing coverage from many years and knows that though many people choose to store their motorcycles throughout the winter months, many people can enjoy these vehicles year round as long as they take the right precautions. These include: • Wearing appropriate clothing to stay warm against frigid winds,…
Read MoreCustom motorcycle insurance and what you need to know about it
Deciding on the right motorcycle insurance policy can be a challenging affair for a number of different reasons. Among those who have motorcycles with personalized and custom work, there are several things that you need to know in order to make the right selection for its insurance. Regardless of whether you’ve had a custom built vehicle or if you made the changes yourself, you need to make sure that the insurance policy you choose will suit the worth of the motorcycle itself. Not every motorcycle insurer offers policies that will…
Read MoreAdequately insured motorcycle riders don’t require helmets
Motorcycle riders who carry enough motorcycle insurance – and who carry proof of that coverage – are now allowed to drive in Michigan without helmets following a preliminary vote in the state’s House that lifted that requirement. The legislation states that any motorcycle driver who is 21 years or older will be allowed to ride without wearing a helmet as long as he or she carries a minimum of $20,000 in medical coverage. Furthermore, the driver must have successfully completed an approved motorcycle safety course and must have at least…
Read MoreInsured motorcycle drivers in Massachusetts get ready for refunds
An announcement from Attorney General Martha Coakley has stated that Massachusetts motorcycle owners who have been overcharged by their insurers will be receiving over $5.6 million more in refunds following the most recent settlements. All told, there are 15 motorcycle insurance companies involved in the settlement with the attorney general, agreeing to refund almost $40 million to their policyholders in Massachusetts. Coakley’s press release, which announced the settlement, said that she is satisfied with the investigation that was initiated by the complaint of one customer, but that “has resulted in…
Read MoreMassachusetts motorists to receive refunds for overly priced motorcycle insurance
Motorcyclists in Massachusetts are about to receive refunds from insurance companies that may have overcharged for coverage this week. State insurance regulators have been investigating the issue for the best part of two years. Last year’s settlements brought motorists nearly $35 million in payouts. This year, three insurance companies have agreed to settle outstanding claims, which will bring an additional $5.7 million to motorcyclists in the state. According to Attorney General Martha Coakley, Travelers, Fireman’s Fund and the Electric Insurance Company have all agreed to issue refunds for overly inflated…
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