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RE: Quick Tips for When Your EV Leaves You Stranded
Interesting points about insurance - I hadn't really thought about how frequent emergency charges might affect battery health or even resale value. Good to know. I haven't personally had an EV yet, but my brother-in-law...
RE: insurance denied my claim - what would you do?
I've wondered about this too - do insurance companies actually count on people giving up? It seems plausible, given how often you hear these stories. I had a minor fender-bender last year, and even though I had clear pho...
RE: Navigating the whole SR-22 thing in Kansas without losing your mind
I can see the logic behind windshield coverage, but honestly, if your car's older or doesn't have those fancy sensors, isn't it usually cheaper to just pay out-of-pocket? I've found basic glass replacements aren't too pr...
RE: stuck between Geico and Progressive in NY, thoughts?
I had a similar experience with Snapshot - felt like I was being graded on every little move. Honestly, telematics apps seem great in theory, but they're still pretty limited in practice. Have you considered checking out...
RE: little-known ways to snag cheaper insurance in Alaska
Dash cams can definitely help with insurance, especially if you ever have to prove you're not at fault. I've heard some insurers offer discounts for defensive driving courses too - have you or your parents looked into th...
RE: insurance offered way less than expected - any tips on pushing back?
Calling them directly can definitely help, but from my experience, having some solid documentation to back you up makes a huge difference. A couple years ago, I had a similar situation - my insurance offered way less tha...