The Auto Channel
The Largest Independent Automotive Research Resource
The Largest Independent Automotive Research Resource
Official Website of the New Car Buyer

News By Topic: Insurance News

6 BMW Maintenance Myths That Cost You Money

6 BMW Maintenance Myths That Cost You Money

BMWs reward consistent care. They also punish bad habits. Many BMW owners follow tips that sound smart but drain cash. Skip the myths, and use simple, proven routines that protect engines, drivetrains, and electronics. Your car will feel better, run longer, and hold value. “Lifetime” means warranty period, ... Continue reading

Hagerty Introduces Complimentary Severe Weather Storage Service for Florida Members

Hagerty Introduces Complimentary Severe Weather Storage Service for Florida Members

When severe weather threatens there is often not enough time to arrange for safe, secure parking before water, wind and debris do their damage. ... Continue reading

IIHS: Subaru owners see value in driver attention system

IIHS: Subaru owners see value in driver attention system

Most owners of Subaru models equipped with the company’s DriverFocus system keep it switched on and believe it makes them safer drivers, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows. Nearly 9 out of 10 drivers who have the feature, which uses a camera to detect signs of distraction and drowsiness ... Continue reading

Motorlux Hosts Monterey Car Week's Iconic Opening Night, Welcomes Record 4,250 Guests to Sold-Out Gathering

Motorlux Hosts Monterey Car Week's Iconic Opening Night, Welcomes Record 4,250 Guests to Sold-Out Gathering

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 25, 2025 -- Motorlux, a Hagerty event, once again delivered the iconic opening night for Monterey Car Week on Wednesday, August 13, welcoming a sold-out gathering of 4,250 to its curated installations of world-class cars, breathtaking aviation displays and unparalleled fine cuisine. ... Continue reading

Mercury Insurance Shares Guidance for Parents of First-Time Drivers

Mercury Insurance Shares Guidance for Parents of First-Time Drivers

Practical Tips to Keep Young Drivers Safe and Insurance Costs Manageable LOS ANGELES, Aug. 21, 2025 -- A teen's first driver's license is both exciting and nerve-wracking for parents. ... Continue reading

Get Your Car Ready for College

Get Your Car Ready for College

We are approaching that time of year when college students head back to class. Whether you are a parent driving your student to school, or you are driving yourself, it is important to have your vehicle checked before setting off to campus. ... Continue reading

What Are Mild Hybrid Vehicles?

What Are Mild Hybrid Vehicles?

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 21, 2025 -- Mitchell, a leader in the development of innovative auto physical damage technology solutions, today announced the release of its latest Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights report. ... Continue reading

Consumer Advocates Urge Court to End Marital-Status Discrimination in Auto Insurance; Data Proves Overcharges

Consumer Advocates Urge Court to End Marital-Status Discrimination in Auto Insurance; Data Proves Overcharges

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 20, 2025 -- Basing auto insurance premiums on whether a motorist is unmarried, divorced or widowed is a violation of the state's civil rights laws and Proposition 103, and neither the insurance companies nor the Insurance Commissioner has the authority to do so, Consumer Watchdog has told the Californ ... Continue reading

USA Auto Selects insured.io To Power Their Customer Engagement at Launch

USA Auto Selects insured.io To Power Their Customer Engagement at Launch

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 19, 2025 -- USA Auto, a Michigan based MGA, recently chose the insured.io platform to power their customer experience at launch, deploying an Insured Portal, Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system, and Retention Alerts. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup August 10-16, 2025

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup August 10-16, 2025

Here are Larry's top story picks from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions, and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted, easy-to-understand automotive news nuggets ... Continue reading

Allstate: Where and when Labor Day driving gets dicey

Allstate: Where and when Labor Day driving gets dicey

New data from Allstate reveals the busiest cities, most congested highways and riskiest travel windows for Labor Day weekend. NORTHBROOK, Ill., Aug. ... Continue reading

Consumer Watchdog's Statement On California Initiative To Eliminate "Prop 103" Which Enforces Automobile Insurance Protections

Consumer Watchdog's Statement On California Initiative To Eliminate "Prop 103" Which Enforces Automobile Insurance Protections

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 12, 2025 -- Consumer Watchdog executive director Carmen Balber issued the following statement today: Proposition 103 has been a huge success for California policyholders, keeping insurance rates lower than national averages and holding insurance companies accountable for their actions. ... Continue reading

The Monthly Cost of Truck Parking for Truckers

The Monthly Cost of Truck Parking for Truckers

For truckers navigating the vast network of highways across the United States, finding affordable and secure parking is a persistent challenge. The cost of truck parking can significantly impact a driver's monthly expenses, affecting their overall profitability and financial stability. ... Continue reading

What Factors Influence the Average Truck Accident Settlement in California?

What Factors Influence the Average Truck Accident Settlement in California?

Truck accidents in California can lead to devastating injuries and costly damage. When someone is hurt in a crash involving a large truck, settlement amounts can vary greatly. ... Continue reading

Jalopnik Gets Slopnik on Ethanol Facts - SPECIAL UPDATE

Jalopnik Gets Slopnik on Ethanol Facts - SPECIAL UPDATE

Egregiously Sloppy Commentary on Ethanol is Inexcusable ... Continue reading

Search The Auto Channel

The Auto Channel content library (since 1996) has grown to become the world’s most extensive and complete interactive archive of automotive centric news, articles, reviews and intense event coverage, presented to viewers as Text, Video and Images.

The Auto Channel Content by Topic

Vehicle manufacturers and alt fuels.

Search The Auto Channel Content by Date Published

August 2025

Select Another Month