Ford Recalls F-150 For Instrument Cluster, Focus For Chassis Integrity Issues
Ford just issued two new recalls, covering two wildly different vehicle segments. In fact, these two recalls exist on opposite ends of a number of spectrums.
January 27, 2017
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Marijuana Insurance Industry Is Taking Off Like Wildfire
This emerging market is rapidly growing strength throughout the United States with legalized cannabis. The marijuana insurance industry has exploded since certain forms and uses of medicinal cannabis received approval.
January 26, 2017
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When Cars Fight Back Against Thieves
Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the U.S., for a total value of $4.9 billion in stolen vehicles during 2015. And as vehicles have become more sophisticated, theyve often inadvertently been left exposed to car theft in new ways.
January 18, 2017
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U.S. Roads Keep Getting More Dangerous
New government estimates project that for the second straight year, the United States will see the largest leap in motor vehicle fatalities in 50 years. In the first nine months of 2016, the Department of Transportation estimates that 27,875 people died in motor vehicle crashes.
January 18, 2017
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NICB Warns Against Warming Up Unoccupied, Unlocked Vehicles
As frigid temperatures and wintry blasts have hit a large section of the nation, drivers are increasingly “puffing”warming up their parked vehicles before heading out on the road. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) warns that leaving an unlocked car running with the keys or fob inside can lead to two unwanted scenarios.
January 17, 2017
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The Smiling Face Of Insurtech
They have one-word names, their advertising campaigns throw around lofty concepts like optimism and their signature is digital reliance. The new face of insurance in North America wears a big smile and talks to customers using artificially intelligent chat bots.
January 17, 2017
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80K Rock Salt Lamps Sold By Michaels Recalled
Thousands of rock salt lamps sold at Michaels are under recall due to shock and fire hazards. The recall involves about 80,000 rock salt lamps sold under the Lumiere brand.
January 12, 2017
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Fire Damage To Import Auto Shop Estimated At $750K
Fire crews battled flames and subzero temperatures at a Billings car dealer and repair shop Tuesday morning. At about 2:35 a.m. the Billings Fire Department responded to JRs Repair and Import Sales on the 2100 block of Lampman Drive. The business was already engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived.
January 10, 2017
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Montana Legislator Challenges Insurer Cancellations Over Zero Dollar Claims
After the damaging May 18, 2014, hailstorm pummeled roofs all over Billings, insurance companies refused to renew about 3,000 homeowners policies. The reason given? They had filed three claims in three years, including claims for which the insurance company paid out money and claims for which the company paid nothing.
January 10, 2017
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Toshiba Expands Laptop Lithium-Ion Battery Recall
Last March, Toshiba recalled the lithium-ion battery packs used in approximately 91,000 laptops that were found to overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers. Now, the company is expanding the safety initiative, recalling an additional 83,000 units.
January 5, 2017
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NHTSA Investigating Rollaway Incidents In Dodge Models With Rotary Gear Selector
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a “preliminary evaluation” of approximately 1 million Dodge Ram pickups and Dodge Durango SUVs following 43 complaints alleging roll-aways when the vehicles are in the parked position.
December 20, 2016
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Hyundai Recalls Minivans; Hoods Can Fly Open While Moving
Hyundai is recalling more than 41,000 older minivans because the hoods can fly open while theyre being driven. The recall covers the Entourage minivan from the 2007 and 2008 model years.
December 8, 2016
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Driving Drowsy Is As Risky As Driving Under The Influence
If youre planning on waking up early later this month to get a jump on your holiday road trips, make sure you hit the hay equally early the night before.
December 7, 2016
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Predictive Analytics: A Powerful Fraud-Fighting Tool
Technology is a valued ally of insurers in combatting insurance fraud. And for good reason this crime is growing. These are two findings of the Coalitions newest study of how insurers use tech to combat billions of dollars in fraud each year.
December 7, 2016
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680K+ Cars Involved In Latest Ford Recall
Ford is recalling more than 680,000 cars in two recalls to fix problems with seat belt pretensioners and faulty seatback welds.
December 7, 2016
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