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• Car Alarm Provides Tracking Via Mobile Or Web Browser
  New from Stars Navigation Technologies Ltd is the Rover, a combination car security and tracking system that has AVL capability.
  Author: Lujean Delorne - Date: June 1, 2005



• Car Repair Fraud Exists Here
  Inspections of vehicles repaired by auto body shops in the Puget Sound area reveal similar results to those in a California investigation. The ongoing investigation by the California Bureau of Automotive Repair shows that there is widespread billing fraud and repair defects in the auto body industry. California’s inspections reveal 43% of the cars inspected had evidence of fraud. In addition, about 13% of the repaired vehicles had structural issues that would indicate inadequate or defective repairs to car frames. These issues frequently are safety concerns that can render a vehicle unsafe to drive.
  Author: Jordan Strauss - Date: February 25, 2004



• New NHTSA Crash Test Results For Model Year 2000 Passenger Cars
  The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today announced that it has released front and side crash test results for two additional model year 2000 vehicles and posted them on the World Wide Web.
  Author: Konrad Navrotny - Date: February 25, 2004



• Hawaii’s Workers Compensation and Auto Insurance Markets Remain Competitive
  At a news conference today, Insurance Commissioner Wayne Metcalf said that Hawaii’s workers compensation and automobile insurance markets remain competitive.
  Author: Nathan Goldberg - Date: February 24, 2004



• Progressive Insurance Will Pay to Buyers of Salvage Title Cars
  Attorney General Tom Miller announced Thursday that Progressive Insurance Company of Ohio has agreed to pay $87,500 to 45 consumers who purchased used cars that should have been given a salvage title designation by the insurance company because of prior damage to the vehicles.
  Author: Alexander Russel - Date: February 24, 2004



• A Consumer’s Credit-Based Insurance Score is Unquestionably Correlated to That Consumer’s Propensity for Auto Insurance Loss
  In the largest and most comprehensive study ever undertaken on the connection between credit history and insurance risk, a team of researchers has found that a consumer’s credit-based insurance score is unquestionably correlated to that consumer’s propensity for auto insurance loss. Even more significantly, the study found that insurance scores are consistently among the most important rating variables used by insurers. Results of the study were presented over the weekend to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners at the group’s summer meeting here.
  Author: Delani Angelo - Date: February 23, 2004



• Auto Insurers Investigated for Alleged Violations
  Insurance Commissioner Wayne Metcalf today announced the initial findings by the State Insurance Division’s three-week investigation into alleged violations by Hawaii’s auto insurers. Hawaii has a clear and strict law prohibiting auto insurers from using discriminatory criteria when determining a person’s auto policy premium, said Metcalf.
  Author: Tom Fredericks - Date: February 22, 2004



• Buying Car Insurance? Don't Forget Service
  Consumers who buy car insurance in Ontario should get the whole picture before making a decision, according to the Financial Services Commission of Ontario.
  Author: Umberto Osbourne - Date: February 22, 2004



• California Auto Insurance System Continues To Save Money For Consumers
  Just a week ago, CFA released its report that documented the achievements of the California auto insurance system put in place by the enactment of Proposition 103 in 1988. One of our key findings was that, while the national auto insurance rates had risen by 38.9% in the typical state, California’s had dropped by 4.0%, the best in the nation.
  Author: Tom Fredericks - Date: February 22, 2004



• Hawaii experiences the nation’s largest decrease in auto premiums
  Insurance Commissioner Wayne Metcalf today announced that Hawaii’s consumers have enjoyed the nation’s largest decrease i n auto insurance premiums. Based upon a recent report by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, Hawaii saw the nation’s largest decrease in the combined average auto insurance premiums paid by consumers.
  Author: Tom Fredericks - Date: February 22, 2004



• Industry Study Released On The Impact Of Colorado's Change In Auto Insurance Law
  Colorado Insurance Commissioner Doug Dean today officially released results of an industry study on the initial impact of the state’s transition from no-fault to tort auto insurance. The study shows significant premium relief for Colorado consumers. Commissioner Dean announced the results during an 11 a.m. news conference at the State Capitol.
  Author: Tom Fredericks - Date: February 22, 2004



• Legislative Measure Would Wipeout Auto Insurance Rate Reduction
  Legislation that creates an entirely new class of lawsuit against insurance companies, and would add billions to the cost of insurance for homeowners, motorists and business owners, was considered by the Assembly Consumer Affairs & Regulated Professions Committee today. If enacted, the measure would wipeout the recent 15 percent auto insurance rate reduction and push premiums for life, auto, homeowners and commercial liability insurance higher, according to the Insurance Council of New Jersey.
  Author: Tom Fredericks - Date: February 22, 2004



• PAY-AS-YOU-DRIVE Insurance Bill Heads To House Floor
  Today the House Revenue Committee sent House Bill 2043, the Pay-As-You-Drive insurance bill, to the House floor with a do pass recommendation. HB 2043 would provide a tax credit to auto insurance companies that offer mileage-based auto insurance premiums, prompting companies to provide this insurance option to Oregonians at an accelerated pace.
  Author: Yoshi Kamota - Date: February 22, 2004



• Vehicle Theft Rate Rises for a Second Consecutive Year
  Thieves target a wide range of popular passenger vehicles, with sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and mini- vans particularly attractive targets, according to a new study conducted by the National Insurance Crime Bureau .
  Author: Phill Muller - Date: February 21, 2004



• How to get cheap auto insurance rates
  Finding cheap auto insurance rates can be sought many ways, like collecting easy insurance quotes online. Cheap auto insurance rates come dependant on certain factors, and can be helped by lowering your premiums.
  Author: Kristen McCarthy - Date: October 16, 2001



• Auto insurance brokers help you plan
  Auto insurance brokers aren’t tied to any specific or general insurance company. Auto insurance brokers have access to an extensive range of policies offered by many major insurance companies, and have primary markets for auto insurance.
  Author: Kristen McCarthy - Date: October 16, 2001



• The best rates with a car insurance instant quote
  A car insurance instant quote is based on a yearly Department of Insurance, automobile insurance premium survey. A car insurance instant quote will provide all types of coverage, and is intended for building a comprehensive insurance plan with the aid of a insurance company or broker.
  Author: Kristen McCarthy - Date: October 14, 2001



• An online car insurance quote helps you plan
  You can obtain an online car insurance quote at a variety of car insurance sites. An online car insurance quote provides you with information on insurance rates based on your individual premiums, and driving record.
  Author: Kristen McCarthy - Date: October 14, 2001



• Finding budget car insurance
  Budget car insurance provides you with important financial protection against bodily and property damage that arises from auto accidents. Your budget car insurance should provide the type and amount of coverage suited to your individual needs.
  Author: Kristen McCarthy - Date: October 13, 2001



• Find low cost car insurance online
  Low cost car insurance provides you with important financial protection against bodily and property damage that arises from auto accidents. Your low cost car insurance should provide the type and amount of coverage suited to your individual needs.
  Author: Kristen McCarthy - Date: October 13, 2001



• Get automobile insurance today
  If you have a car then you need automobile insurance. With automobile insurance you will protect yourself and others. Go online to find a company that sells car insurance or check with a local insurance company. If you choose to go online you can get a quote fast and find out which company has the best rate.
  Author: Maria Verwindt - Date: August 28, 2001



• Find a car insurance quote online
  Are you looking for car insurance? Why not go online and find out all you can about car insurance? You can get an online quote, find out what the best rate is and get information about their plan options. A broker will be happy to answer any or your questions about auto insurance.
  Author: Maria Verwindt - Date: August 22, 2001



• Buying auto insurance using an insurance broker
  It doesn't matter if your a first time buyer or not, you have to have at least the minimum of auto insurance. Most jurisdictions require that. Your best option is to consult with a auto insurance broker in your area. Your broker will show you what coverage will suit your requirements and fit your budget. If you have teenagers driving your car you must make sure your auto insurance covers them adequately as well.
  Author: Ron Sward - Date: February 14, 2001