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Usage-Based Insurance Discounts for Safe and Low-Mileage Drivers

Uncategorized June 11, 2020

Usage-based insurance programs base your insurance rate on your driving and can provide a discount on your car insurance if you are a safe driver or drive fewer miles per year. Measuring driving habits with telematics Usage-based insurance programs use telematics, which is technology that measures and tracks driving habits.[1] An insurance company can use telematics...
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6 Mistakes Even Experienced Drivers Make

Safety January 1, 2014

You can lapse into bad habits no matter how experienced you are. Even seasoned motorists can slip up on certain, potentially unsafe practices. To find out what those mistakes are, we recently spoke to Bill Windsor, associate vice president of consumer safety for Nationwide. Pushing the limits of a yellow light. It’s easy for a...
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What You Need to Know About Push-Button-Start Cars

Technology & Trends December 6, 2022

Thinking about buying a push-button-start car? Here’s what you need to know before you buy.
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Moped vs. Scooter: What Is the Difference?

Motorcycles October 20, 2022

Want to know the key differences between mopeds and scooters? Here's a comparison.
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Distracted Driving: Texting and Driving Statistics and Facts

New Drivers October 18, 2021

Nearly half a million people are injured in distracted driving-related accidents each year. Learn about how to steer clear of the dangers of distracted driving. What is distracted driving? Distracted driving is a true hazard of the road. It’s the cause of countless accidents and is completely preventable. Activities ranging from eating to texting divert...
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Mobile vs. Manufactured vs. Modular Homes: What’s the Difference?

Buying / Selling June 17, 2021

According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (known as HUD)[1], the difference between manufactured, modular, and mobile homes all comes down to differences in construction and safety. Manufactured and mobile homes must be built according to HUD’s building codes while modular homes must follow local, state, and/or regional building codes. Mobile, manufactured,...
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New phone distracted feedback provided with SmartRide®

Uncategorized October 20, 2020

Nationwide is adding distracted driving feedback to help increase customer safety Distracted driving is dangerous, and cell phone use while driving is a major factor. Phone distractions decrease awareness on the road, leading to more car crashes. Many people think they are good multitaskers, but that’s actually a myth, especially when it comes to cell...
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Are There Car Insurance Discounts for Safe and Low-Mileage Drivers?

Safety May 18, 2020

Insurance customers are often eager to save money, and insurance companies have continued finding ways to help them lower their premium costs. One way that companies reward drivers who don’t log a lot of time behind the wheel is to give them low-mileage discounts for driving less. The costs of premiums vary from state to...
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Which Usage-Based Car Insurance Is Best for You?

My Money May 13, 2020

Highlights: • If you’re a safe or low-mileage driver you may be able to save now • Nationwide offers two usage-based insurance options that may be right for you • Talk to your insurance agent about the best fit for you You may be wondering which usage-based insurance (UBI) program would best suit you. UBI...
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Teen Driver Technologies That Help Young Drivers Stay Safe

New Drivers March 19, 2020

When your teenager gets their car and license, you might feel both proud and nervous at the same time. This ritual of growing up means a newfound freedom for teens, and perhaps a few more gray hairs for mom and dad. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that teen drivers ages 16 to...
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What Happens When You Get Your First Speeding Ticket?

Safety January 8, 2020

Learning to drive and getting a license are rites of passage that many of us anticipate from a young age. But one no one looks forward to something that often goes along with it—getting a speeding ticket. There’s no doubt that the first time you’re pulled over and cited for speeding is a stressful situation....
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How Technology Has Improved Race Day Communication

NASCAR June 7, 2016

Behind every great race car driver, there’s a dependable and hard-working pit crew. Pit crews must be fast and skilled; and like other athletes, they train to stay in shape for the job and it can take years of training to prepare for their position. One important aspect of their job is being able to...
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NASCAR Puts Safety First to Make Events More Enjoyable for Drivers and Fans

NASCAR May 31, 2016

Every sport carries some element of danger – and NASCAR racing is no exception. But in recent years, new measures and innovations have helped make the sport safer both for fans and for drivers. Reigning in a 3,300-pound car is no easy feat, and it obviously takes a skilled and seasoned driver to maneuver around...
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Innovative Technology Lets Us Ride Along With Our Favorite Drivers

NASCAR March 10, 2016

For NASCAR fans, being inside the cockpit of a NASCAR racecar with our favorite driver would be a dream come true. But since that’s not possible, the next best thing is being able to listen in on your favorite driver during a race – no matter where you are. Innovations in technology have enhanced the...
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Insuring Teen Drivers Doesn’t Have to Cost a Fortune

New Drivers December 28, 2015

While teens eagerly look forward to getting their drivers licenses, parents often approach it with apprehension, knowing it will automatically increase their insurance rates. In fact, according to the Insurance Information Institute, adding a teen girl to your policy could cause your rates to go up 50 percent or more, while adding a teen boy...
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