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10 facts you didn’t know about cars and driving PDF Print E-mail

Fun facts to impress your friends and family for the holidays.

1. Windshield wipers were invented by a woman named Mary Anderson. She patented them in 1903.

2. The nitromethane fuel used to power Top Fuel Dragsters costs $16 per gallon.

3. The fastest known time for replacing a car engine is 42 seconds. Gareth Lloyd did so in 1985.

4. Many vehicles have an arrow on the fuel gauge that points to which side of the vehicle the gas cap is on. Take a look!

5. In Youngstown, OH, running out of gas is against the law. It’s considered a “Minor Misdemeanor.”

6. The average automobile consists of more than 2,500 ft. of electrical wiring.

7. On average, half an ounce of gas is used to start an automobile.

8. The average fuel economy for a vehicle on the road was 14 miles per gallon in 1923.

9. From a fuel economy perspective, it’s better to turn the air off at low speeds and open the windows. At highway speeds it’s more economical to use the air conditioning.

10. US 20 is the longest road in the United States, spanning 3,365 miles from Boston, MA to Newport, OR.
 
Halloween Safe-Driving Tips PDF Print E-mail

According to Safe Kids USA, children are twice as likely to be killed by a vehicle on Halloween compared to other days of the year. Take extra caution behind the wheel on Halloween and use the following driving tips to keep trick-or-treaters safe.

Yield to Trick-or-Treaters: Be prepared for children to run into the street at anytime.

Refrain From Passing Idle Vehicles: You never know when the driver in front of you has stopped to drop children off. Be patient and take extra caution when traveling near other vehicles.

Park Your Mobile Phone: With children crowding the dark roads, it is especially important to avoid any distractions while behind the wheel.

Communicate With Other Drivers: Use hazard lights when picking-up or dropping-off trick-or-treaters. And, always use turn signals.

Consider Alternate Routes: Avoid driving near trick-or-treaters by taking routes that go around busy neighborhoods, not through them.
 
Five Steps to Take After an Accident PDF Print E-mail

If you're ever in an accident, it's easy to forget what to do right away. Follow these five steps to ensure the safety of you, your passengers and everyone else involved:

1.       Call the Police. Even for small accidents, call 911. Police will help redirect traffic and document the incident.

2.       Avoid Additional Damage. Move your car from the roadway as soon as possible to prevent additional collisions.

3.       Get the Right Information for the Insurance Process. You'll need the other driver's name, license, phone number, insurance information and license plate number.

4.       Document the Accident. From taking pictures of the damage and the overall accident to interviewing witnesses and taking down their information. The more accident evidence you can gather for the insurance claim, the better.

5.       File an Accident Report. File a state vehicle accident report (available at police stations and DMV websites) to help speed up the claims process.
 
Local Independent Agent Selected to Offer The Hartford’s AARP Insurance Program PDF Print E-mail

After meeting several social responsibility and business requirements, The Fite Agency was authorized to now offer the popular insurance program in DFW.

 

Rockwall, TX 09/28/2011 – The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., (NYSE: HIG)

announced today that it is making its award-winning AARP®-branded auto insurance program available through The Fite Agency in Rockwall.

 

The Fite Agency was chosen after satisfying a number of eligibility requirements, which

included: demonstrating a commitment to community service; meeting a high-level of business and ethics standards; and completing a training program designed to highlight the needs of the50+ population.

 

“For 25 years, the industry-leading AARP-branded auto insurance program from The Hartford has been extremely popular,” said Kathy Bromage, vice president, The Hartford. “Much of the success of this program is due to innovative product features and a commitment to truly understand and support our customers. We are thrilled to now be able to offer these benefits with our independent agent partners.”

 

According to research from The Hartford, the majority of AARP members prefer the advice and counsel of a local agent when making decisions about their insurance. Based on this research and strong customer demand, The Hartford is offering the AARP-branded auto insurance program through select, authorized independent agents. These products were previously only available from The Hartford by phone, the Internet and by mail.

 

The AARP-branded auto insurance program is designed in consultation with The Hartford Advance 50 Team, which helps to tailor our products and services specifically to the interests and needs of Baby Boomers and older adults. Other unique hallmarks of the program include:

Ø  Lifetime continuation agreement – assures that the customer’s insurance policy will not be dropped as long as a few simple requirements are met.

 

Ø  Recover Care – helps customers pay for assistance with daily errands and responsibilities like cooking, cleaning, shopping, dog walking, transportation and yard work if they are injured in an auto accident.

 

Ø  Standard 12-month rate protection versus the traditional six month policies offered by most companies.

 

About The Fite Agency

The Fite Agency is celebrating 7 years in Rockwall this month and 16 years in the insurance industry. Frank Fite II, the owner/agent is a member of Lakepointe Church and honorary member of the Rockwall Historical Foundation in which he participates in annual fund raising.

 

About The Hartford

Celebrating nearly 200 years, The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) is an insurance-based financial

services company that serves households, businesses and employees by helping to protect their assets and income from risks, and by managing wealth and retirement needs. A Fortune 500 company, The Hartford is recognized widely for its service expertise and as one of the world’s most ethical companies. More information on the company and its financial performance is available at www.thehartford.com.

 

About AARP Financial, Inc.

In 2005, AARP Services founded AARP Financial Inc., a wholly-owned taxable subsidiary that manages the provider relationships for and performs quality control oversight for the financial products that carry the AARP name, including credit cards, auto and home, mobile home and motorcycle insurance, and life insurance and annuities. AARP Financial also provides access to proprietary investment products and services, including mutual funds and financial guidance, designed to meet the needs of investors at any life stage.

 

About AARP

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have

independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 34.5 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source for AARP's 40 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
 
3 Reasons we sell Safeco Motorcycle Insurance PDF Print E-mail
  1. Saving our customers money at every turn
    • Discounts include safety course, multi-cycle, association (affinity), homeowners, prior insurance, companion discounts and paid-in-full. 
  2.  Great Coverage
    • Safety Apparel Coverage up to $1,000, at no extra charge.
    • Optional Custom Parts Coverage is available up to $20,000 per vehicle. Safeco includes the first $3,000 at no premium charge.
  3.  It's easy
    • We can Quote and Issue motorcycle policies in five minutes or less on Safeco's Q&I system.  Together we put you on the Road with the COVERAGE you need, at a GREAT RATE...FAST!!
 
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