Archive for July, 2010

Bristol West Car Insurance Now Related to 21st Century

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

Farmers Insurance will soon be the third largest auto insurance company in the United States, according to Bristol West’s website.  Bristol West car insurance belongs to the Farmers’ family and they are getting some new members.  Farmers recently acquired AIG’s Personal Auto insurance business.  This includes 21st Century auto insurance, among others.  Although all of the companies are related, they run separately and offer their own unique customer benefits in their marketplaces.  Bristol West and Farmers’ Foremost Group will begin to merge and run concurrently.

Bristol West operates in 40 of the United States currently.  They assure their customers that their merger with Farmers auto insurance and the acquisition of AIG and 21st Century will not affect Bristol West customers.  Policies will remain unchanged and their great service and excellent products will move forward with the company.  Bristol West has combined their operations with the Foremost Group of Companies, so while policies and services will remain unchanged, some insurance documents may look a little different with the Foremost name attached.

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Check Farmers Auto Insurance Before Going Without

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

Unfortunately for the rest of us, many people in need of extra cash during these tough economic times are getting rid of their car insurance.  According to “More local drivers foregoing car insurance to make ends meet” from Washington news station KREM, Marissa Bagg describes this effect from the nationwide recession.  Each state in the U.S. requires drivers to carry insurance on their vehicles, but you are not required to show proof when obtaining or renewing a driver’s license.  So when forced with a choice to insure their vehicle or buy food for their family, Americans are choosing the latter. It’s always better to look for cheap car insurance to keep yourself safe though.

Companies like Farmers auto insurance may work with you to help you keep your car insured and avoid costly expenses related to not having insurance.  Local Washington insurance companies are dealing with the problem in different ways.  One company said it has lost 1/4 of its business due to the economy and customers saying they cannot afford to keep car insurance.  State Farm Car Insurance is working with consumers and allowing them to suspend their policies in order to save the money needed to pay their premiums and not be considered uninsured.  They have seen customers lessening coverage and cutting down on other things though.  Before you cancel your car insurance policy, see if you company will work with you to avoid the huge expenses that will come if any accidents occur.

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Car Insurance at Miami’s New RCC

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

A one of a kind new rental car center has just opened at Miami International Airport (MIA).  According to Just News article “Rental Car Center Eases Hassle At MIA,” this rental car center is a one-stop shop for Miami travelers needing rental cars.  The building houses sixteen different rental car companies and has a garage that can hold 6,500 vehicles.

Renting a car, obtaining car insurance, and much more will be available to nearly 28,000 people every day in this rental car center.  Officials in Miami say that it is the first of its kind in the United States.  There are also 130 gas pumps and 42 bays to wash cars available.  The Florida Department of Transportation is hoping to get stops at the rental car center for Amtrak, bus, and the county’s Metrorail transportation services.

So far, travelers are very happy with the center and have said it is perfect and it cuts down on complications that could arise.  The rental car center is expected to reduce the traffic congestion notorious at larger airports.  This is good news for insurance companies like Liberty Mutual who see a lot of fender benders outside of airports.  There is also a new shuttle bus service for the rental car center.

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GEICO Insurance & Flood Victims

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

Many Memphis flood victims are relying on their insurance from companies like GEICO Insurance to help with their damaged vehicles.  For those without flood coverage from their car insurance company, FEMA provides federal aid to those who qualify.  One Memphis woman who was a victim of the flooding recently found out that the Federal Emergency Management Agency would not be providing relief to her, according to “No FEMA car aid for Memphis flooding victim.”  The article, from Kevin McKenzie of The Commercial Appeal, states that she did not qualify because she didn’t carry the minimum required car insurance.

FEMA’s rules clearly state that cars must be “street legal” to qualify for their “Other Needs Assistance”, meaning that owners must have license plates that are current and carry the required minimum of liability insurance coverage.  While this particular Memphis woman has a sad story in that she is widowed and fighting breast cancer, there is nothing FEMA can do because she doesn’t meet the program requirements.  Car insurance companies are also struggling with high rates of damage to vehicles in the Memphis flooding.  Natural disasters like floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes can take a large toll, especially on smaller companies.  FEMA did direct the flood victim to a charity website where she may be able to get a car, so she still has another route to pursue.  This story just helps to stress the importance of carrying at least the minimum amount of car insurance.

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