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Is it safe to drive a compact car?
When you’re thinking of buying a car, nothing may be more reliable than a compact car. They are affordable, great on gas, stylish, and depending on the make and model, could be tried-and-true in performance. Popular models include the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius, and Hyundai Elantra. This class of cars, one step above… Read More
How does car insurance work?
Car insurance provides financial protection for drivers in case of an accident, vehicle damage, personal injury or theft. Without car insurance, drivers would be at serious financial risk every time they drive their car because collisions can cost thousands of dollars in property damage and bodily injuries. Auto insurance is something that everyone needs but… Read More
How to switch car insurance companies
Switching auto insurance companies is easy, but if you’re comparing prices make sure the coverages, limits, and deductibles on your new policy match what you have on your existing insurance policy. While your rate could be lower when quoting with a new auto insurance company, the protection and claims service they offer may differ from… Read More
Catalytic converter theft: what you need to know to protect yourself
Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise. Catalytic converters help a car clean its exhaust. They have become a target for theft because catalytic converters contain precious metals like palladium and platinum and the price of these metals has increased in the past several years. And since 2019, converter theft has risen 1,215%, according to… Read More
Recent Blog Posts
The daylight saving time effect
Daylight saving time has its origins back before the Industrial Revolution, but it certainly has no shortage of modern-day critics. Given that the practice was first proposed in 1895 and first adopted in the 1900s, largely to conserve coal during wartime, we’d say it’s more than fair to debate its current relevance. We also think… Read More
How is Elephant Insurance different from other insurance companies?
At Elephant Insurance, it’s not just our name that sets us apart from other insurance companies. We believe our core values of transparency, control, and value make us different. Those values allow us to put our customers at the center of all we do to deliver exceptional auto insurance with features and benefits that make… Read More
How to switch car insurance companies
Switching auto insurance companies is easy, but if you’re comparing prices make sure the coverages, limits, and deductibles on your new policy match what you have on your existing insurance policy. While your rate could be lower when quoting with a new auto insurance company, the protection and claims service they offer may differ from… Read More
5 renovations that can affect your home insurance
Renovations are a great way to build value in your home. This can involve exciting activities such as designing a floor plan or deciding on a color scheme. This can really make your house feel like a home. However, it’s so easy to get caught up with decisions and planning that having a conversation with… Read More
What to do when your teen is in a car crash
Watching your teenager drive off on their own for the first time can be a bittersweet experience. You spent hours and hours preparing them to be safe drivers, but you still worry. How can you go the extra mile to safely prepare your child for the open road and avoid a car crash? We can… Read More
Which are the most expensive cars to insure?
If you’re in the market for a new or used vehicle, you’ve probably got quite a few different factors running through your mind. Mileage, the vehicle’s safety ratings, maintenance history, number of prior owners, accident reports, the down payment and overall price: all factors that are well worth looking into, and that’s far from an… Read More
Why is my electric bill so high?
As we move towards winter and temperatures have started to fall, you may have noticed your electric bill going up. And you certainly wouldn’t be the only one. HVAC can account for up to 50% of your electricity bill. The winter holidays are right around the corner. Heating systems running around the clock, holiday lights… Read More