Car shoppers see few differences among auto industry”s leading brands
March 14, 2012 by Gabriel Cover · Leave a Comment
While theres no shortage of car brands to choose from when consumers are looking to buy a new car, survey results indicate many shoppers dont find much of a difference among the various options, particularly as it relates to high-priced and more affordable models.
According to the Consumer Reports National Research Center and its 2012 Car-Brand Perception Survey*, the difference noted by consumers between car brands has become increasingly negligible.
Perception scores overall have dropped off
In previous years, Toyota, Ford, Honda and Chevrolet scored high, but their scores have trended lower recently.
Jeff Bartlett, deputy editor for autos online at Consumer Reports, said economic events have had an impact on car shoppers perceptions.
“Dramatic events in the automotive industry seem to be affecting how consumers view auto brands,” said Bartlett.
Life Changes to Tell Your Auto Insurer About
March 6, 2012 by Gabriel Cover · Leave a Comment
No matter how normal or boring you think your own life to be, theres no doubt that it isnt static. Changes occur all the time and it can be difficult to remember who needs to know. However, your life changes can have an impact on your insurance. Failure to notify your insurance company can result in a cancellation of your policy. You should always notify your insurance company if you:
Buy a New Home
One of the hidden benefits of owning a home is that it offers the opportunity to bundle multiple policies with the same insurer.
What in the World Is Leap Year?
March 1, 2012 by Gabriel Cover · Leave a Comment
Today, February 29, is a day that appears on our calendars only once every 4 years (aka leap year). But what the heck is leap year anyway? Is it a year where we magically jump forward in time? And what about people born on leap days? Since their birthdays only occur once every 4 years, does it mean theyre 4 times younger than the rest of us?
While we pride ourselves on having answers to the most complex insurance questions, when it comes to calculating time and space, we’re just as bemused as the next guy. So we did a little digging and heres what we found.
How leap year works
Most of us are used to thinking of a year as 365 days. B
Driving techniques can help reduce gas consumption
February 21, 2012 by Gabriel Cover · Leave a Comment
With gas prices approaching $4 a gallon across most of the country, many drivers are struggling to fill their tanks without breaking the bank. To help consumers save money on fuel, Minneapolis’ KSMP-TV has offered some gas saving tips that can reduce motorists’ trips to the pump.
The process of maximizing fuel efficiency, known as hypermiling, can help a car get the most miles per gallon. While unusual, the news station said wind conditions can have a surprising influence on gas mileage.
Do disabled people pay more for car insurance? Do disabled people pay more for car insurance?
February 15, 2012 by Gabriel Cover · Leave a Comment
A recent study sure makes it sound like insurance companies are doing this. The survey shows that disabled motorists pay more on average than nondisabled motorists do. The study was focused in New York City, NY. It showed that the disabled pay $600 more than nondisabled do. The authors of the study argue that insurance companies are getting around the law that prevents this by charging extra fees to motorists with disabilities rather than charging higher rates. The extra types of coverage are Adaption coverage, mobility insurance, and equipment coverage.
New Tech Innovations from Audi (With As Few Acronyms As Possible)
February 3, 2012 by Gabriel Cover · Leave a Comment
Not to show favorites or anything, but man are we geeking out on Audi right now. The automaker has positioned itself as the leader in automotive electronics, pushing into the connected car frontier with its Audi Connect. Why should you care about this? Because it’s really cool! Check out these highlights from this year’s CES (Consumer Electronics Show) to get a glimpse of exciting new technologies Audi has in store.
Modular Multimedia Interface
As if being a top safety pick for 2012 weren’t enough, Audi’s 2013 model will feature the latest rendition of its modular multimedia interface (MMI). MMI is