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Goldman Sees Autonomous Vehicles Transforming Insurance World

Insurance Journal

The rise of autonomous vehicles will force a reconfiguration of the $400 billion US auto-insurance industry, as accidents caused by human error decrease and costs are slashed, but questions about liability remain, according to Goldman Sachs. “Autonomy has the potential …

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Allstate to ‘Lean Into’ Turnaround in Auto Business, and Grow

Insurance Journal

Allstate’s plan to correct its auto insurance business has “restored profitability back to target levels,” said the insurer’s head of personal insurance.

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Sentry Buys Nonstandard Auto Insurer The General From American Family for $1.7B

Insurance Journal

Sentry Insurance said it is buying nonstandard auto insurer The General from American Family Insurance for about $1.7 billion in cash and assume liabilities and … billion to mark the largest acquisition in the company’s 120-year history. Sentry will pay $1.1

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What Are the Risks of Liability Only Auto Insurance?

TGS

TGS Insurance Blog Lets be realwhen its time to pick an auto insurance policy, most of us are just hunting for the cheapest option that doesnt leave us totally exposed. So, lets break it down: what exactly is liability only auto insurance, and what risks are you signing up for if you roll with it?

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New Auto Liability Minimums Take Effect in North Carolina

Insurance Journal

This month, the minimum automobile liability coverage requirements in North Carolina jumped to 50/100/50, among the highest minimums in the country. The change is the result of Senate Bill 452, approved in 2023 and which became law last year. The …

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North Carolina Auto Rates to Rise for Second Time This Year After Agreement

Insurance Journal

North Carolina automobile insurance rates are poised to increase statewide by a 5% average this fall as part of an agreement reached between state regulators and the insurance industry. The increase comes six months after lawmakers raised minimum auto liability

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Seasonal Changes Can Affect Your Auto Insurance in Michigan

Shield Insurance Agency

At Shield Insurance Agency, nestled in the heart of Michigan, we know that as the seasons change, so do your auto insurance needs. Spring Cleaning Your Coverage While your vehicle was hibernating, you might have tweaked your auto insurance to reflect its sleepy status.