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10 telematics programs you need to know about
Auto insurance is a challenging business. With high acquisition expenses, increasing claims costs, and new insurtech entrants, the reality is that auto insurance isn’t getting any easier. Over the next 5 years, the auto insurance industry will see more changes than it has in the past 30. As insurers work to get their footing in […]
We can save lives in Massachusetts today
When I was in high school, a truck crashed into my car, ripping it in half. My head smashed through the window. The impact launched the rear of the car around and the taillight bashed my head. Shattered glass was everywhere. I had so much blood in my eyes I thought I was blind. It […]
There’s 1 distracted driving incident per minute in front of MA’s State House
There’s one distracted driving incident per minute in front of Massachusetts’ State House. Every day last week, from 8:30 to 9:30 AM, we sat in front of the State House on the corner of Beacon and Park counting distracted drivers. This included anyone who was using their phone texting (illegal), dialing (legal), and making handheld […]
2 telematics programs you need to know about
If you could learn from any telematics programs in the world, what would they be? They’d likely include successful programs from around the globe that hit a cross-section of pricing, claims, and loyalty. We’re doing just that in the webinar 10 telematics programs you need to know about Wednesday. But today, we want to give you […]
Let’s pass the hands-free bill in MA
We have until July 31 to pass a handheld ban in Massachusetts and make a real impact on distracted driving. After that, it’s effectively back the drawing board. If you’re in MA, here’s what you can do to help: 1. Write or call Robert DeLeo, MA’s House Speaker – Robert.DeLeo@mahouse.gov. 617-722-2500. An email template and […]
Distracted driving on 4th of July was higher in 2018
Two weeks ago we reported that distracted driving is up 10% in summer 2018. Memorial Day 2018 was up 3%. And we were waiting for July 4th this year to see what would happen. Well, the numbers are in – distracted driving was up this 4th of July. Compared to 2017, texting and app use while […]