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Not So Merry: Dangerous Driving Spikes on Holiday Highways

Not So Merry: Dangerous Driving Spikes on Holiday Highways

Speeding increases by 68% on Thanksgiving compared to typical Thursdays, an analysis found.
By Julia Taliesin|September 29, 2025
How Long Does a Tesla Battery Last?

How Long Does a Tesla Battery Last?

Tesla’s warranty generally covers battery replacement around eight years or when you hit a certain mileage, depending on the model. But Tesla batteries can often last 10 or more years.
By Margaret Wack|September 25, 2025
Average Car Insurance Rates as of September 2025 | Insurify

Average Car Insurance Rates as of September 2025 | Insurify

The overall national average cost of car insurance fell again in August to $143 per month.
By Chris Schafer|September 25, 2025
Pretected Car Insurance Review: Consumer Reviews, Quotes (2025)

Pretected Car Insurance Review: Consumer Reviews, Quotes (2025)

Pretected, an online comparison tool, connects you to insurers for auto, home, health, and life coverage — but it doesn’t provide real-time quotes.
By Carley Clark|September 25, 2025
Correction: NC Drivers Face 5% Insurance Increase

Correction: NC Drivers Face 5% Insurance Increase

The state insurance commissioner and rate bureau reached settlement in June
By Chris Schafer|September 25, 2025
How Much Does an Alternator Replacement Cost?

How Much Does an Alternator Replacement Cost?

It can cost anywhere from $100 to $1,000 to replace your car’s alternator.
By Lindsay VanSomeren|September 18, 2025
Cheapest Van Insurance (2025)

Cheapest Van Insurance (2025)

The cheapest car insurance company for a van depends on a variety of factors, including the van’s make and model, your location, and your driving record.
By Sarah Archambault|September 18, 2025
Average Car Insurance Rates by Vehicle Model

Average Car Insurance Rates by Vehicle Model

Monthly full-coverage premiums range from $157 for the Toyota Camry to $288 for the Tesla Model Y.
By Cassie Sheets|September 18, 2025
How to Return a Car You Can’t Afford

How to Return a Car You Can’t Afford

While most car dealerships won’t let you return a financed car, you still have plenty of other options if you’re behind on car payments.
By A.M. Steinbach|September 17, 2025
Do the Names on Your Registration and Insurance Have to Match?

Do the Names on Your Registration and Insurance Have to Match?

Most states don’t require the name on your registration and insurance to match, but a mismatch could cause problems.
By Kevin Payne|September 16, 2025
Refunds and Rate Decreases May Be on the Way for Some Florida Drivers

Refunds and Rate Decreases May Be on the Way for Some Florida Drivers

State limit on insurer profits may require Progressive to issue refunds to auto policyholders.
By Sara Getman|September 15, 2025
Best Companies to Bundle Home and Auto Insurance (2025)

Best Companies to Bundle Home and Auto Insurance (2025)

State Farm, Allstate, and Nationwide are the best insurers for home and auto insurance bundling.
By Janet Berry-Johnson|September 9, 2025
Record Number of Drivers Comparison Shopped for Car Insurance in 2024

Record Number of Drivers Comparison Shopped for Car Insurance in 2024

Rising rates pushed nearly half of policyholders to shop for a better deal, new report found.
By Evelyn Pimplaskar|September 9, 2025
Illinois ‘Driving Change’ Auto Insurance Reform Campaign Claims Unfair Rating Factors, Aims to Decrease Costs

Illinois ‘Driving Change’ Auto Insurance Reform Campaign Claims Unfair Rating Factors, Aims to Decrease Costs

As insurance rates increase, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is pushing for insurance reform legislation.
By Katie Powers|August 28, 2025
Distracted Driving Soared 50% in 2024, Report Says

Distracted Driving Soared 50% in 2024, Report Says

And driving violations overall rose by 17%, according to a recent LexisNexis report.
By Sara Getman|August 28, 2025
Texting and Driving Statistics: Key Trends and Insights in 2025

Texting and Driving Statistics: Key Trends and Insights in 2025

Insurify survey reports that 68% of Gen Z drivers text or interact with texts while driving. Learn more how in-car tech causes distracted driving and allows drivers to engage in risky behavior.
By Jennifer Connolly|August 27, 2025
The Ultimate Car Maintenance Checklist (2025)

The Ultimate Car Maintenance Checklist (2025)

Staying on top of your car maintenance can keep you safe on the road.
By Angela Brown|August 26, 2025
Drivers Ditching Gas Vehicles for EVs Face Higher Crash Risks, Study Shows

Drivers Ditching Gas Vehicles for EVs Face Higher Crash Risks, Study Shows

First-time EV drivers are 14% more likely to file an insurance claim, report says.
By Evelyn Pimplaskar|August 20, 2025