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Most Vehicle Automation Isn’t Making Drivers Safer, Report Says | Insurify

Drivers may think that partial automation systems like lane-centering and adaptive cruise control make their vehicles safer. But a new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) says automakers need to improve safeguards that ensure a driver doesn’t rely on these systems too much. “Some drivers

The Most Popular Cars by Generation, From Zoomers to Boomers (2024) | Insurify

Car preferences can say a lot about someone’s lifestyle, and each generation has a few features they favor. Older generations like spacious vehicles, while Generation Z gravitates toward fuel-efficient cars. Millennials, many of whom have school-aged kids, like a little bit of everything — technology, comfort, and affordability.

Maryland Increases Fines for Uninsured Drivers | Insurify

Maryland drivers will soon face steep penalties for driving without the state’s minimum required auto insurance. As of July 1, a 30-day lapse in coverage will cost drivers $200. Each additional day a driver goes without insurance will cost another $7 — up to $3,500. “These new laws

Tesla’s New Insurance Guru Aims to Lower EV Costs, Boost Adoption | Insurify

Tesla has hired former GEICO executive Allen Laben as its head of strategic insurance partnerships, a new position at Tesla. Laben says his goal in joining the company is to make owning and insuring Tesla vehicles “easy and economical.” “By partnering with insurance companies, teams across Tesla, and collision shops

The Safest Car of the Future, According to AI | Insurify

Car safety has come a long way in the last century — seat belts, airbags, and anti-lock brakes have made driving significantly safer. Seat belts alone saved an estimated 400,000 lives from 1975 to 2017, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). More recent autonomous features, like

Summer Road Trip States in 2024 | Insurify

A good road trip is hard to define. Some may prioritize scenic views or unique attractions, while others might have a stronger preference for affordability and safety. Insurify’s data team analyzed all 50 states, considering factors like road quality, the proportion of drivers with a driving violation on their

Average Car Insurance Rates as of September 2024 | Insurify

The national average cost of liability-only car insurance edged down in August, while full-coverage rates rose slightly, according to Insurify data. While liability-only car insurance rates have been fairly stable over the past several months, full-coverage rates continue to increase. As of Aug. 31, the national