Before you hit “Buy Now” consider this when online shopping for car insurance. It doesn’t matter what kind of car you drive, experts in the industry are reminding drivers that at the time of a collision, there is a significant difference between a good quality auto insurer and policy, and one that is weaker or that offers less. Many consumers are finding this out when trying to save money but learn that fly-by-night insurance carriers are not there for them nor have they been properly advised. Unfortunately, with budgets being tighten, many are…
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U.K. regulators claim aggregators putting consumers at risk
Insurance regulators in the United Kingdom have found some problems with several online insurance quote aggregators, raising concerns as to whether the companies responsible for these websites were treating customers fairly. The Financial Services Authority has found instances of compliance failure with websites dealing in home and auto insurance. The regulatory group has been reviewing this particular sector of the insurance industry for several months now in an attempt to curtail fraud. So far, 19 companies have been found as failing to adhere to regulatory rules. Investigators reportedly discovered failures…
Read MoreChubb Insurance Group expands coverages for auto policies
The Chubb Group Insurance will be adding to, and expanding, aspects of their automotive policies. Customers in four states can now take advantage of pet coverage that was added to their auto policies. The additional coverage will help to pay for medical treatment the pet may require if it is in the vehicle when the owner is involved in an accident. The Chubb Group is also raising the limit on loss-of-use coverage, and broadening the lease (GAP) coverage. Additionally, they are adding replacement cost coverage on new vehicles; if an…
Read MoreProgressive announces new options in car insurance
Progressive, the second largest auto insurer in Florida, has announced their new program that will provide discounts to drivers that spend less time on the road. To be eligible for the coverage, drivers must allow the insurer to track how much they drive. This usage based insurance is designed to encourage people to drive less, lowing greenhouse emissions, and also to provide more accurate pricing on auto policies. The plan will specifically benefit travelers who leave their cars parked at airports for several days, families with additional, less used vehicles,…
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