Safe Driving and Auto Maintenance Tips
September 5, 2025
You can’t control other people’s driving behavior, but you can control yours. Here are some tips to take on the road.
Safe driving habits
Stay focused
Don’t text, call, or do anything that takes your mind or eyes off the road.
Maintain safe distances
Keep a three-second gap or more between your vehicle and the one in front of you.
Wear...
Your Vehicle May Be at Risk for a Cyberattack
February 21, 2025
You’ve seen the reports: Hackers remotely take over a moving vehicle or exploit a key fob to enter and steal an electric car. Many high-profile auto hacks have proven that cybersecurity vulnerabilities exist within the industry.
Modern cars operate on computer networks. Even the most basic gas-powered models use dozens of semiconductor chips. Emerging cellular networks...
13 Important Car Maintenance Tips To Remember
January 14, 2025
About 8% of car owners say they have delayed routine maintenance, according to Automotive Market Research. Unsurprisingly, the top reasons were not having enough time (33%) and not having enough money (30%). But delaying maintenance can lead to more expensive and time-consuming repairs down the road.
Here are 13 car maintenance tips to optimize your car's...
The Basics of Cross-Border Trucking Insurance
September 20, 2024
Running a trucking operation between Canada and the United States involves careful insurance considerations because the risks and regulations vary between jurisdictions. A good place to start is with comprehensive commercial truck insurance, which typically includes the following coverages: Collision, comprehensive or specified perils: To cover damage to your trucks Primary liability: To cover property...
Local Freight Trucks Have Specific Insurance Needs
January 12, 2024
While over-the-road and regional vehicles traverse large areas and cross borders, local trucks remain within metropolitan areas. As a result of that tight-knit territory, local freight truckers must navigate smaller roads. They also face a wider array of potential accidents.
Hazards include congestion, one-way streets, pedestrians, cyclists and traffic mitigation measures like roundabouts and lights, as...
5 Major Hazards of Winter Driving
December 4, 2023
This goes without saying, but winter driving is one of the most hazardous driving conditions there can be. The visibility is poor, there is no traction, and it’s freezing outside! These types of conditions can turn a typical drive into quite the safety hazard.
1. Icy Roads (Black Ice)
Ice is probably going to be the...
Top Risks Associated with Electric Vehicles
August 17, 2023
While the government doesn’t collect data on the number of electric vehicle (EV) fires, there’s one thing all industry specialists seem to agree on: When an EV catches fire, it’s much more difficult to extinguish than traditional vehicle fires. That’s because an EV’s lithium-ion battery holds a lot of concentrated energy, with each cell containing...
What Are Some Common Exclusions on Auto Insurance Policies?
March 14, 2023
There are three primary components of auto insurance. Depending on where you live, some may be mandatory and others may be optional. Liability — Pays expenses related to bodily injury to another person or property damage caused by your vehicle Comprehensive — Reimburses any damage or replacement required for your own vehicle due to incidents...
7 Ways to Reduce Your Chances of Vehicle Theft
March 7, 2023
The Insurance Bureau of Canada reports that auto thefts cost Canadians $1 billion per year because of organized auto theft rings.
What steps can you take to avoid becoming part of these statistics? Here are seven simple actions that can save you the stress and expense of a vehicle theft.
1. Keep your doors locked, even when...
