This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Motorcycle 101 starts with having the right gear. According to the Insurance Information Institute, motorcycle riding can be fun and rewarding, but it’s also more dangerous than driving a car, so you’ll want safety gear like a helmet, protective clothing, gloves, and boots. While you may be able …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com One of the great joys of riding a motorcycle is enjoying beautiful weather and the open road — but even better is sharing that joy with friends. However, group riding can be dangerous if you don’t know how to do it. Motorcycle group rides are safest and most …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Driving is more challenging and more dangerous in the rain. According to the Federal Highway Administration, 75% of weather-related crashes occur on wet pavement. The North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies also noted that fatal car crashes increase by 34% when it’s raining. Motorcycle riders are already much …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) says, “No state shall impose…a rear overhang limitation of less than four feet.” Therefore, four feet is the minimum allowable, and individual states set different maximum limits. In some cases, what overhang is legal on a vehicle depends on the items being …
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This post was originally published on www.progressive.com In every state, you must stop for a school bus if you’re traveling behind the bus and it comes to a stop, regardless of whether it has any flashing lights. School bus laws by state vary in terms of how far away from a school bus you must …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com The battery is what gives your vehicle the juice the engine needs to crank each day. When the battery starts to go bad, you can easily replace it. On the other hand, a bad alternator fails to properly recharge your battery as the car runs. It’ll cost more …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Unpleasant or musty smells in cars make driving an awful experience. The good news is that many car smells can be removed through DIY techniques such as placing baking soda in a car or using vinegar. Only rarely will car odors require professional help. Most common sources of …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com What to do if you drive into a hailstorm Stay inside the vehicle. Hail falls at fast speeds, and it can cause injury to those in its path. Stop driving and pull to a safe place so hail doesn’t break the windshield or any windows — driving compounds …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Proper vehicle ownership means more than just the right car insurance policy. We provide vehicle recall notices and crash test videos, plus we offer vehicle ownership tips to protect your investment from theft and harsh weather. Vehicle ownership information and vehicle resources include: Vehicle recall search See if recalls …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Professional thieves can steal any car, but make them work for yours. To prevent thefts, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) recommends “Layered Protection.” The more layers of protection on your vehicle, the more difficult it is to steal. The number of layers your vehicle needs varies depending …
