While motor vehicle accident-related fatalities and serious injuries are trending downward in Canada due to many successful safety campaigns, car crashes are still a daily fact of life. With the number of licensed drivers reaching all-time highs, Canadian roads are busier than ever. Good Calgary car insurance coverage is a solid start, but it’s also important…
Maintaining good driving habits and avoiding accidents will help keep your Calgary car insurance low. Unfortunately, bad habits are as easy to develop as good ones! Many local drivers have a tendency to follow others too closely, which is a very dangerous practice, especially in the winter. Snow and slick, slippery driving conditions make roads…
One of the best ways to keep your Calgary car insurance low is to avoid traffic citations, especially those that add demerit points to your license. If you’re ticketed for failing to obey the rules of the road, your insurance company could come to view you as a higher risk. That could send your rates…
There are several ways to determine how much a vehicle is worth. It’s a good idea to visit websites that advertise vehicles for sale, consult the Kelley Blue Book or Canadian Black Book, or get an appraisal. If you’re considering trading in your vehicle, contact dealerships to determine how much your car is worth as…
A classic car isn’t just another way to get around; it has sentimental value beyond its cost. Maybe it’s just like a car your grandfather owned, or it’s the one you dreamed of when you were younger. Regardless of the reason, if you’re thinking about purchasing a classic car, you should always look into insurance…
Now that you’ve realized your dream of being able to take your home with you wherever you go, what are the limits? Will your policy take you as far as you want to go? Canadian insurance policies will typically take you wherever you want to go within Canada and the U.S. “Unfortunately, the laws of…
Typically, car insurance companies will reimburse you for the cash value of your car up until the date of the accident. However, new cars can depreciate very quickly, so if you are involved in an accident shortly after the purchase of your car, the amount paid to you will be based on the depreciated value…
Road trips can be fun, but there are many opportunities for things to go wrong. Driving on unfamiliar roads, and in possible extreme weather conditions, puts you at a higher risk for an accident. It is important for you and your family to be prepared for the unexpected. Polices purchased in Canada are only valid…
Owning your own recreational vehicle gives you the comforts of home wherever you travel. You don’t have to search for a hotel or find a restaurant for every meal. You live your life on your terms, and rest your head on your own pillow every night. Having those comforts of home with you is the…
Being involved in an accident can mean a significant inconvenience while your vehicle is in for repairs. Depending on the damage, your car may be in the shop for days – or even weeks. If the other party to the accident was the one at-fault, there can be delays or disputes when trying to contact…