
Staffing Shortages and Inadequate Safety Training Heighten Risks for Company Drivers
Nationwide’s new research highlights how staffing shortages and inadequate safety training are contributing to increased risks and distractions for company drivers, prompting calls for better training and safety measures.
May 16, 2024
Auto
Education & Training
Technology
Workers' Compensation

Miami Fraud Ring Busted for PIP Scheme, Four Detained
Four individuals were arrested in Miami for orchestrating a Personal Injury Protection fraud scheme, highlighting ongoing insurance fraud issues in Florida.
May 15, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Florida

Continued Underwriting Losses in Personal Lines Impact P&C Insurance Profitability
The property and casualty sector faces ongoing underwriting losses, with personal lines being a significant contributor, despite improving trends.
May 15, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Underwriting
Workers' Compensation

Survey Reveals Startling Trends in Insurance Application Dishonesty Among Americans
A recent NerdWallet survey exposes a significant portion of Americans admitting to falsifying information on insurance applications, with younger adults leading the trend.
May 14, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health

Widespread Auto Insurance Fraud Uncovered by Southern California Task Force
A task force in Southern California has charged multiple individuals for their involvement in a complex auto insurance fraud scheme.
May 14, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
California

Allstate’s Drivewise App Linked to Safer Driving and Fewer Severe Collisions
Allstate reports that users of its Drivewise app are 25% less likely to experience severe collisions, promoting safer driving behaviors.
May 13, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Traffic Signals Evolve: Driverless Cars May Bring White Light Addition to Century-Old System
As autonomous vehicles become more prevalent, researchers are exploring major changes to the traditional traffic signal system, including the potential addition of a white light.
May 13, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Michigan
North Carolina

North Carolina Auto Shop Owner Charged with Multiple Frauds
A North Carolina auto shop owner faces serious charges including insurance fraud and car title application fraud, following a comprehensive investigation.
May 10, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
North Carolina

Overcoming the Cost Barrier: Tackling High Insurance Premiums for Electric Vehicles
With insurance costs for electric vehicles approximately 20% higher than for traditional cars, addressing these premiums is crucial for broader EV adoption.
May 9, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Kentucky Court Rules on Rideshare Driver’s UIM Coverage in Landmark Case
In a significant ruling, the Kentucky Court of Appeals decided a Lyft driver could not collect underinsured motorist benefits from Lyft or her personal auto policy.
May 8, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Technology
Kentucky
NHTSA Opens Investigation Into Tesla’s Recall Effectiveness and Requests Detailed Information
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has initiated an investigation to assess the effectiveness of Tesla’s recall remedies and has requested detailed information from the automaker.
May 7, 2024
Auto
Risk Management
Technology
California
District Of Columbia

Artificial Intelligence: A Double-Edged Sword in Car Insurance Claims
As AI technology evolves, its misuse in creating fraudulent car insurance claims is surging, posing new challenges for insurers.
May 6, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Technology

Surge in Auto Insurance Costs Drives Record U.S. Shopping and Switching Rates
Amid a significant 22.2% increase in premiums, nearly half of U.S. auto insurance customers are actively seeking new policies, according to the latest J.D. Power study.
April 30, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
California

Gore Street Capital Deploys Advanced Battery Analytics for Better Insurance Terms on UK Energy Projects
Gore Street Energy Storage Fund has successfully implemented a predictive analytics solution, achieving improved insurance terms for its UK energy storage projects.
April 30, 2024
Auto
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology
California
Texas

U.S. Sets 2029 Deadline for Mandatory Automatic Emergency Braking in New Cars
By 2029, all new passenger cars and light trucks in the U.S. will include automatic emergency braking systems to enhance road safety.
April 30, 2024
Auto
Legislation & Regulation
Technology



