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RE: is accident forgiveness really worth it in Ohio?
Yeah, that's exactly it. I used to think it was kind of a rip-off too, but after a few sketchy winter drives through Ohio myself, I totally see your point. No matter how careful you are, sometimes the road just has other...
RE: keeping your vintage ride running smooth on long trips
Totally agree with you on the hoses. Had a similar experience myself - took my old '78 VW bus on a 2,000-mile road trip last year. Thought I'd checked everything thoroughly, but halfway through, one of the fuel lines sta...
RE: quick heads-up on Arkansas auto insurance basics
Yeah, that's solid advice. Had a similar experience last summer driving through Arkansas - rock flew up from a semi and cracked my windshield pretty bad. Called my insurer expecting the worst, but turns out comprehensive...
RE: Stuck Between State Farm and Farm Bureau - Which One's Better?
Totally agree about customer service being key. Had State Farm for a while, and yeah, their app was slick, but when I got stranded in the middle of nowhere with a flat tire and zero bars...that fancy app didn't help much...
RE: Tried temporary insurance coverage - worth it or waste of money?
I've done both, and honestly, temp coverage is fine if you're just doing a quick weekend trip or something. But if you're hitting the road regularly, yearly just makes life easier. Had a buddy who thought he was covered ...
RE: HOW DO YOU DECIDE ON THE RIGHT DEDUCTIBLE FOR YOUR INSURANCE?
Honestly, I think it's mostly about how much hassle you're willing to deal with if something does happen. I drive a ton for road trips, and even though I'm pretty confident in my driving, I've seen enough random stuff go...
RE: got caught up in fraud trouble - what happens next?
I get your point, but honestly, cash isn't always the best solution either. Had a buddy who kept emergency cash hidden in his phone case - worked great until he dropped the phone in a puddle and soaked the bills. Maybe a...
RE: Looking for solid insurance options around Iowa
Yeah, insurance shopping is a special kind of torture. I remember when I was prepping for my big road trip last summer, figured I'd better double-check my coverage before hitting the open road. Thought it'd be a quick on...