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Summer Driving & RV Insurance Tips for Albertans

Hit the Road Safely: Summer Road Trips & Recreational Vehicle Season Takeaways Why You Need to Take Extra Care for Your Summer Road Trips in Alberta Summer is here, and it’s time to take a road trip, but it’s not just a simple drive anymore, with the whole family and all the toys in tow.Continue reading “Summer Driving & RV Insurance Tips for Albertans”

Spring Driving Risks and Construction Zones in Alberta

Key Takeaways April through June represent Alberta’s most dangerous driving period, with 28% of all fatal collisions occurring in these three months alone due to Spring driving risks. The combination of rapid weather transitions, ramped-up road construction projects, and increased traffic creates a perfect storm of driving hazards. Learn more about our auto insurance inContinue reading “Spring Driving Risks and Construction Zones in Alberta”

Winter Driving Fatigue in Edmonton: Why February is Riskier Than You Think

Key Takeaways Understanding Winter Fatigue and Seasonal Affective Driving Alberta’s cold weather stretches from late October to early April, almost half the year spent battling snow, ice, and darkness. You might not even notice at first, but “winter fatigue” is that creeping exhaustion that builds up over months of cold weather and gruelling commutes. It’sContinue reading “Winter Driving Fatigue in Edmonton: Why February is Riskier Than You Think”

Holiday Driving and Black Ice Risks in Edmonton: What to Do After a Fender-Bender

The festive cheer and bustling activity of December in Edmonton come with an often-overlooked downside: an increased number of vehicle collisions. Holiday driving presents unique challenges that catch many drivers off guard, especially when black ice pockets lurk on roadways, daylight hours shrink, and traffic thickens due to the seasonal rush. According to the CityContinue reading “Holiday Driving and Black Ice Risks in Edmonton: What to Do After a Fender-Bender”

First Snow Winter Readiness For Your Car

Snowfall warnings: Is Your Car (and Insurance) Winter-Ready? Is your car ready for the first snow? Driving in winter weatherdemands more from both cars and drivers. Reduced reaction times, icy roads, and freezing temperatures can turn a simple drive into a dangerous journey, especially during extreme weather. This guide helps you with first snow winterContinue reading “First Snow Winter Readiness For Your Car”

Ghost Brokers in Alberta

Ghost Brokers Alberta Consumers in Alberta are being cautioned about unlicensed insurance agents, also known as “ghost brokers,” while purchasing car insurance.  According to Chris Merriman, Alberta’s superintendent of insurance, there has been a rise in reports of ghost brokers falsely claiming to offer car insurance. Two types of schemes The notice warned about “ghostContinue reading “Ghost Brokers in Alberta”

The Good & The Bad of Summer Weather in Alberta

Summer in Alberta is nothing short of amazing. We get to reconnect with the great outdoors, enjoy BBQ’s, festivities and each other. Summer can also bring amazing weather in the form of heat waves, hail storms, floods, forest fires and tornado’s. Weather has changed dramatically through the years and it’s severity has increased due toContinue reading “The Good & The Bad of Summer Weather in Alberta”

Alberta’s New Direct Compensation Property Damage (DCPD)

Why is Alberta moving to DCPD? DCPD is a fairer and more efficient approach to insurance claims and vehicle repairs, and is already used in most provinces in Canada. Under DCPD, damages to your vehicle will be repaired faster and without the delays and complications that can arise when dealing with another driver’s insurer. DCPDContinue reading “Alberta’s New Direct Compensation Property Damage (DCPD)”

Distracted Driving Hurts your Insurance

Distracted driving can attribute to up to a 25% or more increase in your insurance. Distracted driving convictions are considered by majority of Insurance Companies as a Major Violation. Insurance companies may NOT offer you Physical Damage coverage if you have a distracted driving Conviction. Average cost for distracted driving tickets in Alberta is approximatelyContinue reading “Distracted Driving Hurts your Insurance”