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Do it yourself motorcycle maintenance
As gray, gloomy days give way to blue skies and sunshine, you might find yourself looking longingly at that motorcycle gathering dust in your garage. Beautiful weather just has a way of making you want to bring your bike back out on the road. And we don’t blame you! But before you do, it’s important… Read More
The best ways to lower your electric bill
As we move towards summer and temperatures have started to rise, you may have noticed that your electric bill has, too. And you certainly wouldn’t be the only one. Air conditioning can account for up to 50% of your electricity bill, and we know just how tempting it can be to really crank the AC… Read More
10 safe driving scholarship options to apply to
Nothing is more important than being a safe driver on the road. Distracted driving and drunk driving have enormous consequences not only for you as a driver, but for your family and other people on the road. Because it impacts thousands of Americans every year, particularly teens who account for almost 10 percent of distracted… Read More
The best in new smart home technology
Smart technology, such as the technology associated with our smartphones and smart TVs, has made our life easier and more innovative. These devices are all-in-one and intuitive, allowing us to handle our day-to-day tasks and entertainment options with a lot more efficiency and intelligence. So, too, do the latest in smart home technology — devices… Read More
Recent Blog Posts
Does insurance cover severe weather?
If you’re like most people, when you hear of an impending storm, such as a hurricane, winter storm, tornado, or hailstorm, your first instinct is to prepare. You get your home and car ready and brace for damage. Images of ripped up siding, damaged roofs, and uprooted and fallen trees enter your mind. Fortunately, having… Read More
Telematics and UBI: the most common questions
You come to a full stop at every stop sign, you never speed through yellow lights, and you always obey the speed limit. If this sounds like you, you may have wondered why you have to pay the same amount for car insurance as your fellow motorists who can’t seem to follow the rules of… Read More
Telematics: what is it, and why should you care?
Car technology is changing rapidly. In another blog post, we talked about some of the innovations that are happening right now when it comes to cars, including self-driving vehicles, biometrics, augmented reality and yes, even cars that talk to each other. In this post, we’re going to take a deep dive into another technology —… Read More
Your ultimate driving safety guide
We all like to think of ourselves as safe drivers, but like most things, there’s always room for improvement. We’re compiling some of our most frequently discussed driving safety tips to create a handy guide to keep you safe on the road — no matter the situation. Seasonal driving safety Safe driving should be our… Read More
Safety tips for driving in the rain
Let’s be honest — how many times have you been driving in the rain and seen dozens of drivers going too fast, or zooming along with no headlights? Probably pretty often. But how are your own rain-driving skills? Are you sure you’re following the rules, too? Rainy weather and wet pavement conditions have been found… Read More
What can I do to improve my vehicle’s fuel efficiency?
Owning a car comes with numerous expenses – car insurance, maintenance, gas, etc.
How do car loans work?
Buying a car is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make, and if you’re like most Americans, you don’t have the ability to pay cash for a new or even a quality used car. That’s where a car loan can come in handy to help get you on the road by financing your new… 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
Ways to save money on car maintenance
Everyone knows how quickly car expenses can add up. In fact, buying a car is one of the largest purchases most consumers will make in their lifetimes. And as families grow, more cars are needed in a household, whether it’s for more room for young ones or for your newly licensed teen driver (gulp). More… Read More
How to save on car insurance
If you’ve shopped around and changed auto insurance companies before, you know how important it is to save on car insurance where you can. But you also know that great coverage is about more than just prices—you also want a positive experience. Things like an easy claims process, quality customer service, policy offerings, and a… Read More