I do wonder if there’s ever going to be a point where insurance companies or cops just stop accepting paper altogether.
Honestly, I doubt we’re there yet. Most states still require insurers to provide paper proof if you ask, and I haven’t heard of any officers refusing it—at least not around here. Digital’s convenient, but tech fails. I’ve seen people get flustered when their phone won’t load the app roadside. Paper’s still a solid backup, especially for folks who aren’t glued to their phones. Maybe in a decade things will shift, but for now, old school works.
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I’ve had more issues with paper than digital lately. Last summer, I was digging through my glove box at a rest stop in Kansas, trying to find my insurance card, and all I found were expired ones from years ago. Meanwhile, my buddy just pulled up his info on his phone in two seconds flat. I know tech can glitch, but at least it updates itself—paper just sits there getting crumpled and outdated. Maybe it’s just me, but I’m starting to trust the digital stuff more than the old-school paper shuffle.
Honestly, I get the convenience of digital, but what if your phone dies or you lose service in the middle of nowhere? I had my phone glitch out once when I needed my insurance info for a fender bender—ended up digging through the glove box anyway. Do you keep a backup paper copy just in case, or do you trust your phone 100%? I’m all for saving time, but I’m not sure I’d ditch paper entirely... yet.
I’m with you—digital is handy, but I just don’t trust it 100%. Had a similar thing happen after a minor rear-ender and my phone froze up right as the cop asked for my insurance. Felt pretty dumb fumbling around for a paper copy, but at least I had it. I keep both now. Maybe it’s overkill, but given my luck on the road, I’d rather be safe than sorry. Tech’s great until it isn’t...