Car & Auto Insurance Tips
Who to Buy from: Insurance Sales Agent or Insurance Broker? — 02/08/10
Looking to purchase auto insurance? Whether for the first time or because your policy has come up for renewal, you might wonder whether you want to go with an auto insurance broker or an auto insurance agent.
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Use of hand-held devices while driving is illegal in Ontario. That includes talking on hand-held cell phones, texting, e-mailing and using hand-held electronic entertainment devices such as iPods and PlayStation Portables.
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When applying for auto insurance, cover the bases to ensure that you receive the best auto coverage at the best possible price.
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Many people are surprised to learn they can easily reduce their auto insurance rates and save a significant amount of money.
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Asking the right questions of your auto insurance broker will may take a few moments more of your time initially, but will save...
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Many insurance companies offer discounts on auto insurance premiums if you have a good driving track record. In the past one had to prove this...
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Ontario auto insurance policies have really tightened over the past few years, categorizing more and more of us fair drivers in the “high-risk” or “sub-standard” category. With some companies, all it takes is a few tickets or possibly one claim.
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Many drivers have had a long standing relationship with their carrier. But more and more people are seeking the most complete package with the best pricing.
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Every year statistics Canada reports on the most stolen cars in the country.
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Scams relating to auto insurance can take many forms, but they all have one thing in common: they cost everyone! Be an informed consumer help eliminate these scams and help lower auto insurance premiums.
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In part 1 of Car and Auto Scams in Ontario we gave an overview of the common car insurance scams. Part 2 identifies Tow truck scams...
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Auto, home and other insurance crime is not victimless. It costs Ontario more than $1 billion a year in car insurance premiums and health care, but you can help...
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The first moments after a crash are critical not just for your safety, but for legal and car insurance reasons as well. Those moments determine...
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Use public transportation, carpool, walk, or bike whenever possible to reduce air pollution and save on fuel costs. Leaving your car at home just two days a week will...
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If you can work from home, you'll reduce air pollution and traffic congestion - and save money. As an added benefit - driving your car less will also save you on your car insurance!
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This is a good time of year—and a great year—to buy a new car or used auto. Check out how you can save...
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A car accident is never a good thing, and can be worse if you're at fault. Following our simple instructions will keep you safe—from injury, the police, and your car insurance company
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Many times there are misunderstandings that arise in filing for auto accident claims or services promised during the purchase of the car insurance. The Ontario government can help with your car insurance
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The nature of auto traffic and laws in urban centres like Toronto and many other cities in Ontario combined with naïveté about how the traffic law system works, puts even model car drivers at risk of an increase in car insurance rates. Protect yourself: you do have options.
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We’re adults, and can admit mistakes, right? Especially when we drive our car too fast, etc. Be ware,it may really affect your car insurance rate. You may want to rethink your option...
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No one wants to get involved in a car accident even if you have ample auto insurance. However, since car accidents can never really be foreseen, it may be inevitable that if and when it happens, you will need to make an insurance claim. Here's what you need to know
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More than half of car and auto drivers consider fuel efficiency to be the most important factor when buying a new car. Fuel prices and car insurance costs are likely to be…
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As a car driver with insurance in Ontario, after paying years of insurance premiums, most expect insurance coverage when they or a member of their family are in an auto accident. However, they may not be covered. Here's how to protect them
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The main purpose of car or auto insurance is to return a person back to their status prior to the accident. So, if an individual damages
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Care and Maintenance Tips Keep Your Car Running in Top-Notch Condition
We’ve compiled our best expert advice, surprising tricks, and car care tips to prolong the life of your car or auto!
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What is the best thing that you can do to extend the life of your car or auto and potentially save yourself a bundle of money? read on...
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Yes we are a car, auto, home insurance brokerage - always taking seriously your requests for savings on car insurance rates, but we'll try to add more value to you but providing cost-savings tips on a regular basis. Enjoy your car and these tips...
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If you feel like you’re paying too much for car and auto insurance, you probably are. Most people take the path of least resistance when it comes to buying car insurance in Ontario and end up paying more than they need to. Here are our tips for saving some cash. SAVE NOW on car insurance...
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A car is the second biggest purchase one makes, next to their home. One of the questions we are often asked is "Am I better off buying a new car or should I buy used?" There is no simple answer as there are many factors to take into consideration. Some of the factors when buying a car in Ontario are very practical while others are purely emotional. Car insurance Ontario can...
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Whether you are currently shopping around for Ontario car insurance, your policy is about to expire, something in your record has changed, you’re looking to save money on your current policy or you have been refused car insurance coverage, a policy is out there for you. Here’s how to get your coverage with the best car insurance quote in Ontario
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We have all seen it (and likely do it ourselves); BAD car driving. Its amazing that so many people are allowed to drive like that here in Ontario. From careless speeding to passing on shoulders; lots of bad and dangerous car driving in Ontario. For helpful tips on how to be a better driver, check out the car and auto TIPS section of this website. Another helpful website is from the Ontario car insurance regulator, FSCO of Ontario. Let’s all try to be a better driver and save on our car insurance! Read more here for car driving TIPS…
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Does Ontario car insurance treat brighter-coloured cars, such as white and silver cars, differently than other coloured cars? Are they less likely to be involved in accidents because they are more visible, whereas black and dark grey cars would be involved in more accidents because they can be more difficult to see under certain driving conditions? Can I save on Ontario car insurance with a “white” car?
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Live in Ontario and had a car insurance claim and loads of trouble getting any fair share of timely funds from the car insurance company? Seem like the insurer will do everything in its power to pay out as little as possible, if at all? Do they recoup more than the amount they’re paying out in the long-run? When it becomes apparent an insured is receiving more than they’re putting back in, Ontario car insurance companies are quick to label that person or entity uninsurable. What should one do?
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There is no doubt that escalating Ontario car and auto insurance payments take a big chunk out of every driver’s pay cheque. Average Ontario car auto insurance rates increased 6.4 per cent from April to June of 2011, compared to the year-earlier period. What happened to rates stabilizing from 2010 Ontario Car insurance reforms? But don’t believe everything you hear about why your car insurance bill keeps increasing. A new report dispels the following seven urban legends about Ontario auto insurance rates.
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We selected some comments to the Star article “Why Ontario car insurance costs more in Brampton”. In fact you will pay several hundred dollars more for Ontario car insurance each year because of where you live and yes, car insurance companies charge a higher premium if you live in an area with a higher rate of accidents, thefts or vandalism. Test this out for yourself: Just go to a website that lets you compare Ontario car insurance rates, such as ThinkInsure. Click this link to get a quick quote and save now!
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Young drivers aged 16 to 24 overwhelmingly agreed they would not be able to drive safely after consuming alcohol, a Road Safety Monitor poll by the Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) found. The public opinion poll investigated a variety of drinking and driving behaviours and attitudes among youth, including riding with a drunk driver. Is this because of Ontario car insurance concerns?
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The growth of the Internet has driven car insurance companies to present their insurance rates and policies online. Most conventional procedures of buying Ontario car insurance coverage through insurance agents required a lot of documentation and assessment. By purchasing online options, a car owner can save time as well as money. Online options make it possible for a person...
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We have had numerous requests for commercial Ontario auto policy advice and tips, so here are a collection of tips from our staff. Remember; be SELECTIVE when hiring drivers for your vehicles by obtaining pre-employment checks on all employees. Your vehicles should be suitable for the type of work you do and the relative experience of your drivers. A safety conscious driver, with a clean driving and operating record, is the key to reducing the risk of personal injury to the driver and passengers as well as any damage or injury to others.
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