Halloween evening is one of the most dangerous times for pedestrians, especially children. It's up to all of us — motorists, parents, and pedestrians of all ages — to do our part to stay alert and follow simple safety practices as we navigate our streets and roadways — on Halloween and every other day.
October 7, 2021
Make pedestrian safety a priority for trick-or-treaters
A road trip is just the thing for late summer. Before you hop in the car, though, a little prep work and planning can ensure safe and happy summer travels.
July 29, 2021
Road trip! Tips for safe and happy summer travels
Are safe-driver programs legit? It all depends on your perspective. Learn the pros and cons of usage-based insurance.
Auto Insurance, Business Insurance, Personal Insurance, Safe Driving
April 6, 2021
Are safe-driver programs worth it?
Ridesharing services including Uber and Lyft are more popular than ever. People rely on ridesharing every day, whether it's getting to and from the airport, traveling in an unfamiliar city or simply moving from place to place with few hassles.
February 12, 2020
Ridesharing safety: Be aware and take care
Video rules the news, social media, advertising and marketing, family and holiday occasions, and countless other ways we interact with each other in the world. It captures the attention of millions every day.
February 12, 2020
Is the dash cam a brilliant tool or an invasion of privacy?
Numbers of motor vehicle related deaths are holding steady in a disturbing pattern. The National Safety Council, based in Itasca, Ill., estimates that the death toll in 2018 reached 40,000. This is the third year in a row that motor vehicle deaths have approached this number.
March 21, 2019
Pay Attention to the Basics to Prevent Car Crashes
After almost no snow through December, the Chicagoland area was finally pounded by a powerful snowstorm in mid-January. It's not too late to get yourself and your vehicle prepared for next time. Read on for some common-sense tips to help you avoid a winter driving emergency:
January 10, 2019
Avoid a Winter Driving Emergency
We keep hearing about car accidents involving distracted driving. Recently in the Chicago suburbs, a driver with several passengers flipped his car on an expressway exit-ramp curve. He and a female passenger were killed. The other passengers were injured, but survived. One wonders if distracted driving played a part in this tragedy.
