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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 be differ… 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
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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 be differ… Read More
Why is my car insurance so expensive?
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. But, the costs don’t stop once the car is purchased. Maintenance costs, repairs, and the ever-changing cost of gas all add up. Then, you have the price of car… Read More
SR-22 in Illinois
Though most of us just think of car insurance and registration with our local DMV as the only forms of legal and financial responsibility we must take on as drivers, if you’ve committed a serious moving violation or other infraction on the road, you may need to obtain something else — a document called an… Read More
What is an auto insurance declarations page?
Auto insurance can be confusing, and with so many industry terms, it can feel like whole different language. When you purchase a policy, you receive page after page of policy informatiion. The declarations page, or “dec page” has all of your auto policy information summarized and in one place. What is an auto insurance declarations… Read More
Does car insurance cover catalytic converter theft?
With the continued rise of catalytic converter thefts being reported, you may be wondering what to do should it happen to you. Is catalytic converter theft covered by insurance? Is there a specific type of catalytic converter theft insurance? If you recently had your catalytic converter stolen, check with your carrier before buying a replacement.… 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
Car Repair Insurance
These days, we are depending on our cars more than ever, and its important to have reliable transportation to get us where we need to go. If your car has a mechanical breakdown, a standard insurance policy, which typically covers accidents and incidents like fire and theft, likely won’t cover the repairs. This is where… Read More
Defensive driving: now more important than ever
We’ve all been dealing with a climate of heightened risk over the past two years. The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to reevaluate the potential hazards involved in pretty much everything we do: from mundane activities such as grocery shopping and pharmacy runs to less frequent excursions like adventures abroad or trips to visit far-flung relatives,… 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