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Insider's Guide'' to Help Consumers Navigate Auto Insurance Rates

    WOODLAND HILLS, Calif.--March 19, 2002--The latest California Department of Insurance premium survey reveals that auto insurance rates for the typical individual vary dramatically -- often by $1,000 or more -- among leading companies. To help consumers quickly and easily find the combination of coverage, price and service that is best for them, 21st Century Insurance has launched its latest consumer education and advocacy guide, the "Insider's Guide to Buying California Auto Insurance."
    The "Insider's Guide" recommends all consumers take the time to compare the coverage, price and service offered by three leading companies. Consumers must do this themselves because no agent or broker represents more than two of the leading companies. All of the top ten companies have raised rates in the last eight months, so shopping now is highly encouraged.
    To make shopping easier, the "Insider's Guide" includes actual price comparisons, phone numbers and web sites for the top 10 companies. In one simple booklet, auto insurance buyers now have the resources to obtain the combination of coverage, price and service that is right for them.
    "Too many people are confused and frustrated by the insurance shopping experience and end up with the wrong company, the wrong coverage and pay too much," said Bruce Marlow, president of 21st Century Insurance. "But auto insurance is just not that complicated."
    "21st Century Insurance is providing the 'Insider's Guide' to give people the information they need to take control and make a good decision for themselves," Marlow added.
    21st Century has a long history in producing meaningful educational materials for consumers, helping ensure safe and smart decisions. In addition to providing consumers with guidance on selecting the best auto insurance, 21st Century also worked with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to produce a handy "Crash Test Ratings Guide" that provides consumers with nationally recognized safety rankings for 2002 vehicle models. The informative and easy-to-use brochure is intended to assist consumers in evaluating potential new vehicle purchases. In addition, the company sponsored the development of the award-winning public service program "A Driving Need," which provides senior drivers, their families and caregivers with useful tips to ensure continued safety behind the wheel.
    Copies of 21st Century Insurance's consumer guides can be obtained by contacting the company's corporate headquarters or visiting its web site, www.i21.com.
    Founded in 1958, 21st Century Insurance is a pioneer of the direct-to-consumer marketing of personal automobile insurance, serving customers in California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon and Washington. The company provides full service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at 1-800-211-SAVE and its company web site, www.i21.com. 21st Century insures over 1.1 million vehicles in California, holds an A+ (Superior) financial rating from A.M. Best, the world's oldest independent insurance rating and information service, and an A+ rating from Standard and Poors.