Ride-share services like Uber have introduced revolutionary innovations to the transportation industry, but in so doing, they’ve also created issues around insurance that have never been dealt with before. With more and more people looking to supplement their incomes by offering their vehicles and driving services for ride-sharing programs, it’s very important to stay abreast of the…
The holidays are just around the corner in Calgary, and nobody wants an accident to dampen their festive spirits. Yet, statistics show that injuries tend to spike around the holiday season, since homes are hosting increased levels of activity and decorations, fireplaces and other cozy tidings of goodwill and happiness pose some safety risks to…
If you have young children, chances are you already know how difficult longer road trips can be. Kids can be a handful during extended car journeys, but being prepared with child-friendly activities can make hearing “are we there yet?” a thing of the past. Auto Insurance Calgary: Before You Hit the Road… The first thing…
Thanks to last spring’s flooding and this year’s unusually brutal winter, there just may be more potholes than ever before on Calgary’s roads. Potholes can cause significant damage to your vehicle’s wheels and undercarriage, and it can be difficult to get your insurance company to cover these costs. Your best bet is to avoid potholes…
Motorhomes and RVs are extremely popular with Albertans, but many people don’t realize that they require special insurance considerations. You don’t want to buy an RV insurance policy only to find that it doesn’t cover the kind of claim you need to file, so it’s best to be in the know when the time comes…
With drivers battling restricted visibility as they back out of tight spaces and dozens of people trying to navigate narrow routes, parking lots can be tricky places to drive. While most parking lot accidents don’t result in serious injury, they can cause significant damage to vehicles and result in costly insurance claims. As you know,…
Thanks to its incredibly rapid growth, Calgary is something of a “car city”, and you simply can’t avoid the occasional parkade…especially when downtown. When it comes to navigating parkades, you need to exercise extra caution when you’re behind the wheel. There are some special safety tips you should also keep in mind. Remember, the best…
To get the lowest possible rates on auto insurance in Calgary, it’s essential to avoid accidents. The longer you go without filing a car insurance claim, the more your premiums will drop. Reviewing your vehicle’s mirror and seat settings can aid greatly in your being confident and assured behind the wheel. Many drivers overlook the…
Winter has arrived, and with it comes hazardous road conditions. At this time of year, unpredictable and severe weather can pose major problems, even to the most experienced winter drivers. To stay safe and help keep your auto insurance rates low, it’s important to review safety practices for winter driving. Many drivers make mistakes during…
It appears changes may be in store for auto insurance in Calgary and throughout Alberta, thanks to a government proposal that would tighten up regulation of the province’s insurance industry. While you may be worried that increased government regulation is inevitably going to result in increased Calgary auto insurance rates, the proposed changes are designed…