Some Tips on how to Avoid Having Stuff Stolen out of Your Service Vehicle
Having your stuff stolen can affect any motorist, but when it happens to a trades or service person, the consequences go far beyond the cost of lost tools. For the rest of us, it can be devastating as well, with no recourse and very little help in finding our lost stuff from both police and […]
You’re in Good Hands with Auto Insurance Surveillance (Yeah, Right!)
Imagine if your insurance company knew immediately every time you drove faster than any speed limit, anywhere. Or that you failed to come to a complete dead stop at every stop sign before proceeding regardless of the need to come to a complete dead stop. Your insurance company also knew that you drove eight hours straight to visit […]
Using a Personal Car for Business? Here’s What You Should Know
When you have to drive for your job, you might prefer to use your car as opposed to a business vehicle. Whether you’re running errands for your boss, meeting with clients, picking up materials, or spreading the word about your company, you can take advantage of several perks of driving your vehicle for business purposes. […]
Political Interference in Setting Speed Limits Shouldn’t Happen
From guest writer Ian Tootill, who is co-founder of the grassroots British Columbia motorists advocacy group SENSE BC (or Safety by Education and Not Speed Enforcement). SENSE BC and the NMA are kindred spirits, with SENSE advocating for sensible driving standards for more than 23 years and the NMA for over 36. The issues facing drivers in […]
Tempus Fugit – the glorious ’94 Mustang GT
The other day, I found myself behind what — to me — is a relatively new and undoubtedly modern Mustang GT from the mid-’90s wearing “antique” tags. Holy tempus fugit! Was 1994 really 25 years ago? Yup. It was. And this ’94 Mustang GT is now an antique which means I am, too. Both of […]
One Way to Save on Car Insurance Costs
Vehicle insurance, mandatory in most jurisdictions, is a wise idea to protect the motorist, his vehicle, and anyone with whom he/she may have an accident. Shopping around may reveal savings in insurance costs, which can tailor your coverage. In some cases, it may be prudent to consider higher deductibles, or dropping some coverage on older […]
Why Pay-Per-Mile Auto Insurance is a Bad Idea after All
With so many services now available on a subscription basis, it’s little surprise that the insurance industry is moving in that direction too. One of the newer solutions from auto insurers is the pay-per-mile insurance plan. The idea is straightforward: you pay a flat fee to cover theft insurance and each time you drive the […]
Where’s Our Cut from Data Mining of our Cars?
You’ve probably seen people driving around in cars covered over or “wrapped” with advertisements for some service or product and wondered how much the owner got paid to allow his car to be transformed into a mobile billboard. But he is at least getting paid. The non-wrapped cars are working, too but their owners aren’t being […]
Car Crashes and Fender Benders: When to Get the Police Involved
Panic, anger, disillusion, the moments that follow a car crash are always uncomfortable. Maybe you’ve been lucky to avoid this nerve-wracking situation, but those who’ve been there can attest to how challenging it can be to know what to do first. Do you call the insurance company? Is that wise? Will it be cheaper to […]
Missouri Lawmakers to Discuss Tougher Distracted Driving Laws
By David Terry, personal injury lawyer of Terry Law Firm Fatal accidents are increasing in Missouri. They increased to 900 in 2018, and 2019 already looks like it may keep up with the trend. Of course, there are many reasons for fatal crashes in Missouri, but it seems like distracted driving is largely to blame. […]